Ryobi 3410117, Original Instructions Manual

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Safety, performance, and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of your jet
blower attachement.
INTENDED USE
The jet blower attachment is approved for
use with RPH2540 or RLT254FSDSN petrol-
driven power head, RLT1238 or RPH1200A
electric-driven power head, or RLT36X33S,
RLT36B33S, or RPH3600 battery-driven
power head.
It is intended to be used only by adults who
have read and understood the instructions
and warnings in this manual and relevant
power head manual and can be considered
responsible for their actions.
It is only intended for use outdoors in a well-
ventilated area.
The product is intended for blowing light
debris including leaves, grass, and other
garden refuse.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
When using the product, the safety rules
must be followed. For your own safety
and that of bystanders, please read these
instructions before operating the product.
Please keep the instructions safe for later
use.
TRAINING
■ Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the correct use of the
product.
■ Never allow children, persons with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge, or
people unfamiliar with these instructions
to use the product. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
■ Keep in mind, that the operator is
responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
■ Keep bystanders, children, and pets 15 m
away from the area of operation. Stop the
product if anyone enters the area.
■ Never use the product when you are tired,
ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
or medicine.
PREPARATION
■ Some regions have regulations that restrict
the use of the product to some operations.
Check with your local authority for advice.
■ While operating the product always wear
substantial footwear and long trousers.
Do not operate the product when barefoot
or wearing open sandals. Avoid wearing
clothing that is loose fitting or that has
hanging cords or ties; they can be caught
in moving parts.
■ Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that
can be drawn into the air inlet.
■ Secure long hair so it is above shoulder
level to prevent entanglement in moving
parts.
■ Wear hearing protection at all times while
operating the product. The product is
extremely noisy and permanent hearing
injury may result if precautions to limit your
exposure, reduce noise, and wear hearing
protection are not strictly adhered to.
■ Wear full eye protection at all times while
operating the product. The manufacturer
strongly suggests you use a full face
mask or fully enclosed goggles. Normal
spectacles or sun glasses are not adequate
protection. Objects can be thrown at high
speed by the powerful air jet at any time
and may rebound from hard surfaces
toward the operator.
■ Ensure before each use that all controls
and safety devices function correctly. Do
not use the product if the “off” switch does
not stop the motor/engine.
■ Before each use, always visually inspect
to see, that the housing is undamaged and
that guards and handles are in place and
properly secured.
■ Return to an authorised service centre to
replace damaged or unreadable labels.
■ Never operate the product with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices,
for example debris collector, in place.
■ Operate the product in a recommended
position and only on a firm, level surface.
■ Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
■ Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris
before blowing.