Ryobi OBV1800, Original Instructions Manual

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again until it has been fully checked by an
authorised service centre.
■ The product is provided with a cruise
control lever near the trigger. Cruise control
sets the speed at a convenient level to
provide enough power to achieve the task.
Low running speed will help reduce noise
and vibration. Cruise control helps reduce
operator fatigue.
■ Press the turbo boost to increase air flow
to the maximum velocity. The turbo boost
will override the cruise control feature. The
blower will return to the previously selected
speed when the button is released.
WARNING
Your blower/vacuum may be supplied with
a harness. Carefully adjust the harness
to comfortably help to support the weight
of the product. Identify the quick release
mechanism and practice using it before you
start using the product. Its correct use may
prevent serious injury in the case of an
emergency. Never wear additional clothing
over the harness or otherwise restrict
access to the quick release mechanism.
BLOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions
to reduce the risk of injury associated with
the inhalation of dust.
■ Slightly dampen surfaces in dusty
conditions.
■ Do not use the product near open windows.
■ Use the full blower nozzle extension so that
the air stream can work close to the ground
and perform effectively.
■ Do not point the blower nozzle in the
direction of people or pets.
■ Never place objects inside the blower
tubes.
■ Do not place product on top of or near
loose debris. Debris can be sucked into the
intake vent, resulting in possible damage
to the product.
VACUUM SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Never operate the vacuum with only the
upper vacuum tube fitted. Failure to follow
this warning increases the risk of personal
injury.
NOTE: Without the lower vacuum tube fitted,
it is much easier to reach up inside the tube
towards the fan blade.
■ Do not operate the vacuum without the
debris collector bag assembly installed.
Flying debris could cause serious injury.
Make sure that the debris collector bag is
in good condition and completely closed
before operating the product.
■ Move the vacuum from side to side along
the outer edge of the debris. To avoid
clogging, do not place the vacuum tube
directly into the debris pile.
■ Hold the motor higher than the inlet end of
the vacuum tube.
■ To avoid serious injury to the operator
or damage to the product, do not try to
vacuum up rocks, broken glass, bottles, or
similar objects.
■ Avoid situations that could cause fire in
the debris collector bag. Do not operate
the product near an open flame. Do not
vacuum up warm ash from fireplaces and
barbecue pits. Do not vacuum up discarded
cigars or cigarettes unless the cinders are
completely cool.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY
WARNINGS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury,
and product damage due to a short circuit,
never immerse your tool, battery pack or
charger in fluid or allow a fluid to flow inside
them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such
as seawater, certain industrial chemicals,
and bleach or bleach-containing products,
etc., can cause a short circuit.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■ Stop the product, remove the battery pack,
and allow it to cool down before storing or
transporting.
■ Clean all foreign materials from the product.
Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-
ventilated place that is inaccessible to
children. Keep away from corrosive agents,
such as garden chemicals and de-icing
salts. Do not store outdoors.
■ For transportation in a vehicle, secure the
product against movement or falling to
prevent injury to persons or damage to the
product.
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