Ryobi RVC1218P-P, Owner'S Operating Manual

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FAQ’s
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Insert the large end of the hose into the blower
connection in the top of the motor housing (Fig. 17).
Fit the crevice tool to the vacuum hose (Fig. 18).
Ensure the power switch is turned off and plug in the
power supply.
Turn the motor on by flipping the switch to the “I” (ON)
position (Fig. 14).
The unit will now blow through the vacuum hose and can
be used to clear obstructions within the hose. (Fig. 19)
Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet.
Undo the clamps and remove the top section from the
container (Fig. 21).
Clear all dirt or debris from the container and hose
(Fig. 22).
Check the hoses, attachments, and power cord to verify
that they have not been damaged.
Disconnect the hose from the container (Fig. 20).
Once you have finished operation, flip the switch to the
‘O’ (OFF) position and unplug the power cord from the
power outlet. (Fig. 15)
IMPORTANT! CHANGE THE DUST FILTER REGULARLY.
IF THE MACHINE IS USED WITHOUT THE DUST FILTER,
THE MOTOR WILL BURN OUT AND THE WARRANTY
WILL BE VOIDED. ALWAYS KEEP SPARE FILTERS ON
HAND.
Recycle raw materials instead of disposing of as
waste. The machine, accessories and packaging
should be sorted for environmental-friendly
recycling.
If after a few seconds the hose continues to be blocked,
turn off the unit and clear the hose manually.
WARNING
WARNING
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Class II equipment
Recycle
Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your
Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
Please read the instructions carefully before
starting the machine.
Safety Alert
Volts
Hertz
Alternating Current
Watts
Problem Cause Solution
The appliance doesn’t work No power Check the power supply.
Have the damaged part checked by
qualified personnel or replace it.
Empty the tank
Functional fault in the power cord, switch,
or motor
Tank is full of liquid
Dust is escaping from the
motor cover
The dust bag is missing or damaged Put in a dust bag or replace it.
Low suction power and high
motor speed / vibrations
Dust bag is full Replace the dust bag
Check the suction nozzle, hose, and
tank inlet for obstructions.
Suction nozzle, hose, or tank inlet is blocked.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the cleaner before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
MAINTENANCE
Clean the HEPA cartridge filter by gently tapping or brushing
dirt off. For optimal performance it is recommended to
regularly change this filter depending on level of use
(eg. 3-6 months). HEPA cartridge filter is not washable.
Use a mild soap and water solution to wash foam filter
and rinse with clean water. (Fig. 23)
Conformity