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4. Set the choke lever to "COLD START".
5. Pull the starter grip until the engine attempts to start
(no more than 5 pulls).
6. Set the choke lever to "WARM START (RUN)".
7. Pull the starter grip until the engine starts (no more
than 6 pulls). If it does not start, go back to the start of
cold start instructions.
8. Allow the engine to warm up for 30 seconds prior to
use.
To start a warm engine:
1. Set the On/ Off switch to "ON" position.
2.
Press the primer bulb 10 times or until the fuel fills
bulb.
3. Set the cruise control lever down to ON.
4. Set the choke lever to "WARM START (RUN)".
5. Pull the starter grip until the engine starts (no more
than 6 pulls). If it does not start, go back to the start of
cold start instructions.
6. Allow the engine to warm up for 30 seconds prior to
use.
To stop the engine:
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Set the On/ Off switch to "OFF" position.
OPERATING THE BLOWER
See figure 5.
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Slip arm through harness strap and onto shoulder,
then repeat for the other shoulder. Adjust the straps
to a comfortable position. Refer to Adjusting Harness
Straps earlier in this manual. Remove unit for starting.
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Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier
in this manual.
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Put on the blower again. The unit should be operated
on the operator’s right side as shown.
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To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer
edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the
center of a pile.
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Operate power equipment at reasonable hours only —
not early in the morning or late at night when people
might be disturbed. Comply with the times listed in
local ordinances.
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To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of
equipment used at any one time.
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Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed
to do the job.
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Check your equipment before operation, especially the
muffler, air intakes, and air filters.
■
Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before
blowing. In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces
when water is available.
■
Conserve water by using power blowers instead
of hoses for many lawn and garden applications,
including areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills,
porches, and gardens.
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Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly
washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
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Use the blower nozzle extension, so the air stream can
work close to the ground.
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After using blowers or other equipment, clean up!
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Dispose of debris properly.
CAUTION
Do not place blower on top of or near loose debris.
Debris may be sucked into blower intake vent resulting
in possible damage to the unit.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.
WARNING
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields during power tool operation
or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty,
also wear a dust mask.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleumbased products, penetrating oils, etc., come
in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage,
weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious
personal injury.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of
the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore,
no further lubrication is required.
