Ryobi RBV3000CESV-01, Original Instructions Manual

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■ Hold the motor higher than the inlet end of
the vacuum tube.
■ Always point vacuum tube downhill when
working on a hillside.
■ To avoid serious injury to the operator
or damage to the product, do not try to
vacuum up rocks, broken glass, bottles, or
other similar objects.
■ Avoid situations that could cause fire in
the vacuum bag. Do not operate near an
open flame. Do not vacuum warm ash
from fireplaces, barbecue pits, etc. Do
not vacuum discarded cigars or cigarettes
unless the cinders are completely cool.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■ Stop the product, disconnect from the
mains, and allow it to cool before storing or
transporting.
■ Clean all foreign material from the product.
Store it 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, secure the product
against movement or falling to prevent
injury to persons or damage to the product.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Use only original manufacturer’s
replacement parts, accessories and
attachments. Failure to do so can cause
possible injury, poor performance and may
void your warranty.
WARNING
Servicing requires extreme care and
knowledge and should be performed
only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product
to your nearest authorised service centre for
repair. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.
■ You may make adjustments and repairs
described here. For other repairs, contact
the authorised service agent.
■ After each use, clean the product with a
soft dry cloth.
■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at
frequent intervals for proper tightness,
to ensure the product is in safe working
condition. Any part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
■ Never attempt to override the interlocked
feature of the guard.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the product is used as prescribed,
it is still impossible to completely eliminate
certain residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise in use and the operator
should pay special attention to avoid the
following:
■ Injury caused by vibration. Always use
the right tool for the job. Use designated
handles and restrict working time and
exposure.
■ Hearing damage caused by exposure
to noise. Wear ear protection and limit
exposure.
■ Injury from flying objects from the blow
tube airflow or vacuum exhaust if the bag
is not fitted or damaged. Wear adequate
eye protection at all times.
RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations
from handheld tools may contribute to a
condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome in
certain individuals. Symptoms may include
tingling, numbness, and blanching of the
fingers, usually apparent upon exposure to
cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to cold
and dampness, diet, smoking and work
practices are all thought to contribute to the
development of these symptoms. There are
measures that can be taken by the operator to
possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
■ Keep your body warm in cold weather.
When operating the product wear gloves
to keep the hands and wrists warm. It is
reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
■ After each period of operation, exercise to
increase blood circulation.
■ Take frequent work breaks. Limit the
amount of exposure per day.