Ryobi P2840 Operation Manual - Page 14

OPERATION  Measure the recommended amount of liquid.  Carefully pour the liquid into the tank.  Rinse the measuring container with clean water.  Screw the cap back onto the sprayer, making sure it is tightened securely.  Reinstall the battery pack. Spray solutions may be premixed and poured into the sprayer, using a funnel if needed. NOTE: If using a measuring container or if using a funnel to fill the tank, be sure to thoroughly clean and rinse these items after use. If premixing the spray solution, rinse the container used for mixing. NOTICE: It is important to thoroughly clean the unit after each use. Allowing liquid to remain in an idle tool for an extended period may cause its moving pieces and connectors to seize up. ADJUSTING THE CONE SPRAY NOZZLE See Figure 11. The cone spray nozzle can be adjusted from a stream to a cone spray.  Remove the battery pack from the tool.  Loosen the nozzle for a stream.  Tighten the nozzle for a fan spray. SPRAYING HOME-AND-GARDEN CHEMICALS See Figure 12.  Install the battery pack into the tool.  Depress the ON/OFF button to start the motor.  Aim the sprayer nozzle directly at the plants or objects you wish to spray. NOTE: Make sure to stand far enough from the object being sprayed to prevent the spray from splashing back onto you.  Squeeze the trigger to start the spray.  Release the trigger to stop the spray.  Always empty, clean, and drain the tank after every use as directed in the Maintenance section.  Thoroughly clean the chemical sprayer before storing or before switching to a different chemical. See Cleaning the Unit later in this manual.  When you are finished with the sprayer, thoroughly wash your hands and any area where skin has been exposed to the spray. OPERATING TIPS  Never point the spray end of the wand at yourself or others.  Avoid spraying on windy days. Spray can be accidentally blown onto plants or objects that should not be sprayed.  Never spray in the direction of people or animals; always spray downwind.  Especially in warmer weather, spray in the early morning or late afternoon. Excessive heat can evaporate the spray before it settles.  Never smoke, eat, or drink while operating the sprayer. MAINTENANCE WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing any maintenance. WARNING: Always wear eye protection with side shields or goggles marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in fluids entering your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. NOTICE: Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please contact customer service or a qualified service center for assistance. 10 - English