Ryobi RBL26G, Original Instructions Manual

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Replace damaged or unreadable labels.
■ Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
■ Never operate the product while people,
especially children, or pets are nearby.
■ Avoid using the product in bad weather
conditions especially when there is a risk
of lightning.
■ Do not operate in poor lighting. The
operator requires a clear view of the work
area to identify potential hazards.
■ Operating similar tools nearby increases
both the risk of hearing injury and the
potential for other persons to enter your
working area.
■ Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
Walk, never run.
■ Keep proper footing and balance. Do not
overreach. Overreaching can result in loss
of balance.
■ Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or
other unstable support. Stable footing on a
solid surface enables better control of the
blower in unexpected situations.
■ Never use the product with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices
in place.
■ Do not modify the product in any way or
use parts and accessories that are not
recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING
If the product is dropped, suffers heavy
impact or begins to vibrate abnormally,
immediately stop the product and inspect
for damage or identify the cause of the
vibration. Any damage should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorised
service centre.
■ Do not touch the area around the silencer
or engine of the product. These parts get
hot during operation.
■ Stop the engine and allow the product to
cool down before refuelling.
■ For refuelling and fuel mixing, chose an
area that is well-ventilated, and is away
from ignition sources, such as sparks or
flames, and flammable materials.
■ Remember to securely refit the fuel tank
filler cap. Do not smoke when mixing fuel
or filling the fuel tank.
■ Mix and store fuel in a container approved
for fuel. Keep an appropriate type of fire
extinguisher nearby for dealing with fuel
fires.
■ Remember to securely refit the fuel tank
cap before starting the engine.
■ Wipe away any fuel spillage. Move 9 m
away from refuelling site before starting
engine.
■ To reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, always stop the
engine, and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop before:
– leaving the product unattended
– clearing blockages or unclogging chute
– checking, cleaning, or working on the
product
– inspecting the product after striking a
foreign object
■ Immediately stop the engine in an event
of accident or breakdown. Do not operate
the product again until it has been fully
checked by an authorised service centre.
■ The product is not intended for frequent
use. It is for occasional use for general
applications, such as blowing leaves,
lawn clippings, etc. It is not intended for
prolonged use. Prolonged periods of
operation can cause circulatory problems
to your hands due to vibration. For use in
prolonged period, it is appropriate to use
the product with an anti-vibration feature.
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 the product on top of or near
loose debris. Debris can be sucked into the
intake vent, resulting in possible damage
to the product.