Ryobi RY09466А - Manual (Page 11)

7 - English
ASSEMBLy
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces-
sories not recommended for use with this product. Any
such alteration or modification is misuse and could result
in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark plug
wire from the spark plug when assembling parts.
WARNING:
This product is intended for blower use only and is not
designed for vacuum use. Do not attempt to open the air
inlet cover that covers the impeller. Opening the air inlet
cover could result in contact with the impeller blades and
cause serious personal injuries.
ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBES
See Figures 2 - 3.
 Align raised tabs on blower housing outlet to the slots
on upper tube; slide together and tighten securely by
twisting. Check tightness after initial use and retighten if
needed.
 Attach sweeper nozzle to upper blower tube by aligning
raised tabs on upper blower tube; slide together and
tighten securely by twisting. Check tightness after initial
use and retighten if needed.
 To remove the tubes, rotate the tubes to unlock them and
remove from the blower housing outlet.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-
mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended can result
in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Operation of this equipment can create sparks that can
start fires around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may
be required. The operator should contact local fire agen-
cies for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention
requirements.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
 Clearing leaves and other debris from your lawn
 Keeping decks and driveways free from leaves and pine
needles