Ryobi RY36BLA, Original Instructions Manual

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IMPORTANT!
It is essential that you read the instructions
in this manual before assembling, operating,
and maintaining the product.
Subject to technical modification.
Safety, performance, and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of your
cordless blower.
INTENDED USE
The cordless blower is intended only for
outdoor use, in dry and well-illuminated
conditions.
The product is intended for blowing light
debris including leaves, grass, and other
garden refuse.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! When using the product, the
safety rules must be followed. For your own
safety and that of bystanders, you must read
and fully understand these instructions before
operating the product. Keep these instructions
safe for later use.
WARNING!
This product is not intended to
be used by children or persons with reduced
physical, mental, or sensory capabilities.
Children should be adequately supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the product.
TRAINING
■ Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the correct use of the
product.
■ Never allow children, persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge,
or people who are unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
■ Keep in mind that the operator or user
is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
■ Keep bystanders, children and pets 15 m
away from the area of operation. Stop the
product if anyone enters the area.
■ Never use the product while tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication.
PREPARATION
■ Some regions have regulations that restrict
the use of the product to some operations.
Check with your local authority for advice.
■ While operating the product, always wear
substantial footwear and long trousers.
Do not operate the product when barefoot
or wearing open sandals. Avoid wearing
clothing that is loose-fitting or that has
hanging cords or ties; they can be caught
in moving parts.
■ Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that
can be drawn into the air inlet.
■ Secure long hair so that it is above shoulder
level to prevent entanglement in moving
parts.
■ Wear hearing protection at all times while
operating the product. The product is noisy,
and may cause permanent hearing injury if
precautions to limit your exposure and to
reduce noise are not strictly adhered to.
■ Wear full eye protection at all times while
operating this product. Wear a full face
mask or fully enclosed goggles. Normal
spectacles or sun glasses are not adequate
protection. Objects can be thrown at high
speed by the powerful air jet at any time
and may rebound from hard surfaces
toward the operator.
■ Ensure before each use that all controls
and safety devices function correctly. Do
not use the product if the OFF switch does
not stop the product.
■ Before each use, always inspect the
housing for damage. Ensure that guards
and handles are in place and properly
secured.
■ Return the product to an authorised service
centre to replace damaged or unreadable
labels.
■ Never operate the product with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices
in place.
■ Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
■ Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris
before blowing.
■ Clear the work area before each use.
Remove all objects such as rocks, broken
glass, nails, wires, or string which can be
blown a considerable distance by high
velocity air.