Ryobi RPBV2500 - Manual (Page 2)

AIR DEFLECTOR Fig 6
Hook tabs 1 & 2, 3, 4, and 5 (in that order) onto blower
housing through slots. Make sure all 5 tabs are secured
onto housing.
Push down and in simultaneously on air deflector to lock
into place.
OIL & FUEL MIXTURE
Thoroughly mix 200ml of 2 stroke oil to 5 litres of unlead-
ed petrol in a container and fill the trimmer fuel tank. Fig
7. Care should be taken not to overfill the fuel tank which
will result in fuel splashing onto engine parts.
WARN-
ING:
Always
stop the
motor and allow
it to cool before re-filling the fuel tank. Failure
to adhere to this warning can result in vapour
explosion causing serious personal injury.
WARNING: Always mix petrol and oil in a sepa-
rate container. Do not mix directly in the trim-
mer fuel tank which will cause motor damage
and void the warranty.
WARNING
If the machine becomes clogged,
under no circumstances should you
attempt to remove blockage from the
impeller with your hands.
To remove blockage, stop the motor
and remove the Dust Bag and Tubes.
Remove any debris from the impeller
with a stick. Failure to adhere to this
warning can and will result in serious
personal injury.
STARTING & STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
Place blower on the ground. Fully depress and release the
primer bulb 5 to 7 times. Fuel should be visible in the
bulb. Fig 8
Place the choke lever in the “Full Choke” (position 1). Fig
9
Squeeze throttle trigger fully and pull the starter rope
briskly until the motor sounds like it wants to start. Fig 10.
Move the choke lever to “Partial Choke” (position 2).
Squeeze throttle trigger fully and pull starter rope until the
motor starts.
Run motor approx. 30 seconds at full throttle before mov-
ing the choke lever to “Run” (position 3)
3
2
1
Fig 6
Fig 8
Fig 7
Fig 9
Fig 10
Fuel
Tank
Primer Bulb
Full
Choke
Partial
Choke
Run
Starter Rope
Air Deflector
1&2
3
5
4
Throttle
Trigger
n ASSEMBLY
BLOWER TUBES Turn nozzle clockwise to screw into
blower tube. Turn nozzle and tube clockwise to screw into
blower until tight Fig 1. Your machine is now ready for
blowing applications
CONVERTING BLOWER
TO VACUUM
Using a flat screwdriver,
loosen the locking screw
to open vacuum inlet cover
Fig 2.
Align the 4 locking bosses
in inlet housing with slots
in upper vacuum tube.
Push vacuum tubes into
housing and turn clockwise
to lock in place. Fig 3
ATTACH VACUUM BAG
Remove nozzle from blower tube. Install vacuum bag over
blower tube, ensuring the end of the bag sleeve is com-
pletely covering the rib in the blower tube. Fig 4 & 5
Wrap fastening strap tightly around the blower tube and
through the fastening loop. Rotate vacuum bag until
shoulder strap is upright and ensure that the bag is zipped
closed before starting the machine.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
The purpose of safety rules is to attract your attention to
possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations
with them, require your careful attention and understanding.
The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any dan-
ger. The instruction or warnings they give are not substitutes
for proper accident prevention measures.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. Indicates caution or
warning. May be used in conjunction with other
symbols or pictures.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can
result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool
until you have read thoroughly and understood
completely, safety rules, etc. contained in this
manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents
involving fire, electric shock or serious personal
injury. Save owners manual and review frequent-
ly for continuing safe operation and instructing
others who may use this tool.
The operation of any tool can result in
foreign objects being thrown into your
eyes, which can result in severe eye
damage. Before beginning power tool
operation, always wear safety goggles
or safety glasses with side shields and a
full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide
Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard
safety glasses with side shields.
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read owners manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations as well as
the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
2. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY
PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED
SURFACES. For example, pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerator enclosures.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
4. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use
power tools in damp or wet locations or expose to rain.
Keep work area well lit.
5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Visitors should
wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work
area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
6. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be
stored in a dry and high or locked-up place, out of reach
of children.
7. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer
at the rate at which it was designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment
to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Don't use tool for
purpose not intended.
9. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts or sucked
into the machine. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear
are recommended when working outdoors. Also wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
10. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses, they are
not safety glasses.
11. PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a dust mask if
operation is dusty.
12. PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
13. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Do not use tool on a ladder or unstable
support. Secure tools when working at elevated levels.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form a
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
16. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
17. KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN AND FREE FROM OIL
AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum
based products, or any strong solvents to clean your tool.
18. STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what
you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate
tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or any other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or any other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorised service centre.
20. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by
authorised service centre.
21. DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL OR ANY
MEDICATION.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Due to Ryobi's continued product refinement poli-
cy,product features and specifications can and will
change without notice. Check current features and
specifications with your Ryobi retailer.
Handle Throttle Trigger
Stop
Switch
Fuel Tank
Primer Bulb
Fig 1
Fig 2
Fig 3
Upper
Vacuum
Tube
Vacuum
Tube
Fig 5
Fig 4
Nozzle
Blower Tube
Blower
Tube
Rib
Blower
Tube
Vacuum
Bag
Vacuum Inlet
Cover
Locking
Screw
Blower
Tube
Nozzle
Starter
Rope
Choke
Lever
Vacuum
Inlet Cover
Locking
Bosses
3
2
1
Full
Choke
Partial
Choke
CHOKE POSITIONS
Run
P 2 P 3 P 4