Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; SERVICE
3 WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or carbon monoxide poisoning which will cause death or serious personal injury. Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit. Never start or ...
Page 4 - SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES; REFUELING
4 Always hold the blower in your right hand. Refer to the OPERATION instructions later in this manual for additional information. To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required. To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating ...
Page 5 - SYMBOLS
5 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION Safety Alert Symbol Precautions that involve your safety. Read the Op...
Page 6 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
6 SYMBOLS SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to the nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic-ing, use only identical replacement parts. WARNING: SAVE THES...
Page 7 - FEATURES; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
7 FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Weight ....................................................................................................................................................................... 10.4 lbs.Engine Displacement .................................................................
Page 9 - ASSEMBLY; UNPACKING
9 ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly. Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. Do not discard the pa...
Page 10 - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
10 ASSEMBLY GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS See Figure 4. After installing the vacuum handle, connect the grounding wire as shown. This will help prevent static shock when using the vacuum in low humidity conditions. Fig. 4 INSTALLING THE VACUUM BAG See Figures 5 - 6. Remove the nozzle and upper blower tub...
Page 11 - INSTALLING THE VACUUM TUBES
11 VACUUM INLET DOOR DOOR TAB INSTALLING THE VACUUM TUBES See Figures 7 - 8. WARNING: Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury. Always stop the engine before opening the vacuum door or in-stalling/changing tubes. Do not put hands or any other object into the vacuum tubes while they are insta...
Page 12 - FILLING THE TANK; MIXING THE FUEL
12 PREMIUM EXACT MIX™ (50:1) GASOLINE OIL 1 gallon (US) 2.6 oz. 1 liter 20 cc (20 ml) FILLING THE TANK WARNING: Always stop the engine before filling the fuel tank. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft. from the refueling area before starting engine. Do not s...
Page 13 - STARTING AND STOPPING; OPERATING THE BLOWER
13 ENGINE SWITCH OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING See Figures 9 - 10. To start an engine that is cold or has run dry: Fill the fuel tank, if necessary. Always use the proper oil/gasoline mixture. See Mixing the Fuel on page 12. Disengage the cruise control lever. NOTE: Do not engage the throttle ...
Page 14 - CRUISE CONTROL/THROTTLE LOCK
14 Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and garden applications, including areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens. Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job. Check your equipment before operation, especially...
Page 15 - VACUUM OPERATION; GENERAL MAINTENANCE
15 Fig. 14 VACUUM OPERATION See Figure 14. WARNING: Never run the unit without the vacuum tubes, vacuum bag, and vacuum handle installed. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. Install the vacuum tubes, vacuum handle, and bag. Refer to the ASSEMBLY section earlier in...
Page 16 - MAINTENANCE
16 MAINTENANCE REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER See Figure 15. A wet or dirty air filter can affect the way the engine starts, performs, and wears. The air filter should be checked and cleaned after 8 hours of operation.For best performance, the air filter should be replaced once each year.To clean...
Page 17 - TROUBLESHOOTING; CALL US FIRST
17 TROUBLESHOOTING IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICING DEALER. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine fails to start No fuel in tankSpark plug shorted or fouledSpark plug is broken (cracked porcelain or electrodes broken)Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or disconne...
Page 18 - WARRANTY; LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
18 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., warrants to the original retail purchaser that this RYOBI ® brand outdoor product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.’s, discret...
Page 21 - NOTES
Page 22 - OPERATOR’S MANUAL; TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC.; CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65; PARTS AND SERVICE; • MODEL NUMBER; HOW TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS:; Replacement parts can be purchased online at; HOW TO LOCATE AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER:; Authorized Service Centers can be located online at; HOW TO OBTAIN CUSTOMER OR TECHNICAL SUPPORT:
987000-08112-14-06 (REV:00) OPERATOR’S MANUAL BLOWER/VACUUM RY08548/RY09903 TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson, SC 29625 Phone 1-800-860-4050 www.ryobitools.com Ryobi ® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license. WARNING: The engine exhaust ...