Ryobi RY09800 Operator's Manual - Page 10

OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING See Figures 7 - 9. Blower should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.  Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times. NOTE: After the 10th press, fuel should be visible in the primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer until you see fuel in the bulb.  Set the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position.  Lock cruise control.  Pull starter grip sharply until engine attempts to run. Do not pull the starter grip more than four (4) times.  Set the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.  Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs. Do not pull the starter grip more than six (6) times. NOTE: If the engine does not start, return to the FULL CHOKE position and repeat the steps that follow.  Allow the engine to run for 10 seconds, then set the choke lever to the RUN position. TO STOP THE ENGINE:  To stop the engine, depress the stop switch to the stop position " O ". HOT RESTART OF THE ENGINE:  Set the choke lever to the RUN position.  Lock cruise control.  Pull the starter grip until the engine runs. if assistance is required STARTING THIS product: Do not return this product to the retail store where it was purchased. Please call our Customer Service Department for any issues you may have. For Help Call: 1-800-860-4050. WARNING: Keep away from the muffler and all hot surfaces of the blower. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. OPERATING THE BLOWER See Figure 10. n Slip arm through harness strap and onto shoulder, then repeat for the other shoulder. Adjust the straps to a comfortable position. Refer to Adjusting Harness Straps earlier in this manual. Remove unit for starting. n Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier in this manual. n Put on the blower again. The unit should be operated on the operator's right side as shown. 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 Operate power equipment at reasonable hours only - not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. Comply with the times listed in local ordinances. n To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time. n Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job. n Check your equipment before operation, especially the muffler, air intakes, and air filters. 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 Use the nozzle for larger volume, so the air stream can work close to the ground. n After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris properly. WARNING: Do not place blower on top of or near loose debris. Debris may be sucked into blower intake vent resulting in serious personal injury and possible damage to the unit. Cruise control See Figure 11. The cruise control can be used to operate the blower without holding the throttle trigger. To engage the cruise control:  Pull cruise control lever back toward user, and stop at the desired throttle setting.  To release the cruise control, push cruise control lever all the way toward the front of unit. 9 - English