Ryobi P2400 - Manual (Page 15)

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MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE SPRAYER
See Figure 11.
WARNING:
Always store and dispose of chemicals properly. Disposal
of contaminated rinse water should be performed
according to local ordinances and bylaws
DRAINING THE TANK
If there is any liquid left in the tank after spraying, the tank
should be drained before cleaning.

Remove the battery pack.
 Remove the motor housing from the tank by lifting up and
releasing the latches on each end of the unit.
 Drain the contents through the fill area.
NOTE: Drain the contents back into the original container.
Do not store chemicals in the tank.
CLEANING THE TANK

Fill the tank about one-third full with clean water. A small
amount of mild household detergent may be added.
NOTE: Never use flammable chemicals or abrasive
cleaning agents to clean the tank.
 Wipe the tank with a clean, dry cloth.
 Reattach the motor housing to the tank. Make sure the
latches are closed.
 Reinstall the battery pack. Spray until the tank has been
emptied. Make sure to direct the spray toward an area
that will not be damaged by the spray solution.
 Refill and repeat the procedure with clean water. It may
be necessary to rinse the tank more than once, then drain
again as directed above.
CLEANING THE NOZZLE
See Figure 12.
Occasionally, the nozzle may become plugged. To clear the
nozzle:

Remove the battery pack.
 Unscrew the nozzle from the spray wand. Remove the
nozzle.
 Push a small wire through the cross holes to clear any
debris. If necessary, rinse the cross holes and nozzle with
clean water.
 Wipe the nozzle and cross holes with a clean dry cloth
and replace the nozzle.
STORAGE
To store the home and garden sprayer:

Remove the battery pack.
 Make sure all parts are clean and dry.
 The spray wand can be stored in the cradle.
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
FILL AREA
LATCHES
NOZZLE
WIRE