Ryobi RY18BLXA, Original Instructions Manual

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■ 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.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY
WARNINGS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury,
and product damage due to a short circuit,
never immerse your tool, battery pack or
charger in fluid or allow a fluid to flow inside
them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such
as seawater, certain industrial chemicals,
and bleach or bleach-containing products,
etc., can cause a short circuit.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■ Turn off the product, remove the battery
pack, and allow it to cool before storing or
transporting.
■ Clean all foreign materials from the product.
Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-
ventilated place that is inaccessible
to children. Keep the product away
from corrosive agents, such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store
the product outdoors.
■ For transportation in vehicles, secure the
product against movement or falling to
prevent injury to persons or damage to the
product.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local
and national provisions and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging
and labelling when transporting batteries by a
third party. Ensure that no batteries can come
in contact with other batteries or conductive
materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non-
conductive caps or tape. Do not transport
batteries that are cracked or leaking. Check
with the forwarding company for further
advice.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Use only original manufacturer’s
replacement parts, accessories, and
attachments. Failure to do so can cause
possible injury, can contribute to poor
performance, and may void your warranty.
WARNING
Servicing requires extreme care and
knowledge and should be performed only
by a qualified service technician. Have the
product serviced by an authorised service
centre only. When servicing, use only
original replacement parts.
■ Do not make adjustments and repairs that
are not described in this manual. For other
repairs, contact an authorised service
centre.
■ 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 that the product is in safe working
condition. Any part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
■ Have the product serviced by an authorised
service centre to replace damaged or
unreadable labels.
CLEARING A BLOCKAGE
■ To reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, always turn off
the product, remove the battery pack, and
make sure that all moving parts have come
to a complete stop.
■ Remove the blower tubes to inspect for
blockage. Clear the tubes if required.
■ Reinstall the blower tubes before starting
the product.