INTRODUCTION
2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I.
Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
A. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
B. Safety and International Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
C. Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
II.
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
A. Attaching and Removing the Blower/Vacuum Tube . 7
B. Attaching and Removing the Vacuum Bag . . . . . . 8
C. Installing and Adjusting the Shoulder Strap . . . . . 9
III. Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13
A. Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
B. Starting/Stopping the Blower/Vac . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
C. Holding the Blower/Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
D. Operating the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
E. Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
F. Operating the Unit as a Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
G. Operating the Unit as a Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
H. Operating as a Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
I. Empty the Vacuum Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
IV. Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 14
A. Servicing of Double-Insulated Blower/Vacuums . 14
B. Clearing a Blocked Impeller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
C. Cleaning the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
D. Cleaning the Vacuum Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
E. Inspecting Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
F. Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
V.
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
VI. Accessories/Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
VII Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
VIII. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
CONTENTS OF CARTON
This unit includes the following:
• Blower/Vacuum Model RESV1300
• Blower/Vacuum Tube
• Shoulder Strap
• Vacuum bag
• Hardware Pack
• Operator’s Manual
• Owner’s Registration Card
Examine all parts to make certain that nothing is missing
and no breakage has occurred during shipping.
Damaged or missing parts must be replaced before
using this unit.
THANK YOU
Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern
outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful
service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device.
This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to-
understand operating instructions. Read the whole
manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new
outdoor power tool in top operating condition.
PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND
SPECIFICATIONS
All information, illustrations and specifications in this
manual are based on the latest product information
available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to
make changes at any time without notice.
Copyright
©
1999 Ryobi Outdoor Products, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Service on this unit both within and after the warranty
period should be performed only by an authorized and
approved service dealer.
Dial:
1-800-345-8746 in the United States or
1-800-265-6778 in Canada
to obtain the listing of the authorized service dealer
nearest you.
DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER.
NOTE: PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED
FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
Make sure this manual is carefully read and understood
before starting or operating this equipment.
THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE
US PATENTS, OTHER PATENTS PENDING.
WARNING:
The operation of any blower/vacuum can result in foreign objects being thrown in
the eyes. This can lead to severe eye damage. Before commencing power tool operation, always wear
safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards, and a full face shield
when needed.
