Ryobi P2190 Operation Manual - Page 9

OPERATION 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 grass clippings, leaves, pine needles, and other debris TO INSTALL / REMOVE BATTERY PACK See Figure 3. WARNING: Always remove battery pack from your tool when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury. To install:  Place the battery pack in the blower. Align the raised rib on the battery pack with groove in the blower's battery port.  Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap in place and that the battery pack is secured in the blower before beginning operation. NOTICE: When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with the bottom of the tool and latches into place properly. Improper installation of the battery pack can cause damage to internal c­ omponents. To remove:  Locate the latches on the side of the battery pack and depress both sides to release the battery pack from the blower. STARTING/STOPPING THE BLOWER See Figure 4.  To start the blower, place the ON/OFF switch in the ON ( l ) position.  To stop the blower, place the ON/OFF switch in the OFF ( O ) position. OPERATING THE BLOWER See Figure 5. n To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center of a pile. n To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time. n Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing. In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water is available. n 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. n Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away. n After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris properly. WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, switch should always be in the OFF position when not in use or carrying at your side. WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, switch should always be locked with hands free of the lock-out button when not in use. Remove battery pack when transporting or carrying blower to avoid accidental starting, which may result in serious injury. For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator's Manuals for your RYOBI battery pack and charger models. 7 - English