Ryobi RY38BP Operation Manual - Page 10

OPERATION  Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before starting the product. NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine after first use. WARNING: Check for fuel leaks, which are a fire hazard. Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause serious personal injury. WARNING: Always shut off engine before fueling. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level surface and only add fuel outdoors. If the engine is hot, let the unit cool for at least five minutes before adding fuel. After fueling, immediately replace fuel cap and tighten securely. Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do not smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks! Failure to follow these instructions could result in a fire and cause serious personal injury. STARTING AND STOPPING See Figures 7 - 11. Blower should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.  Set the cruise control lever to the START/QUIET position.  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 START position.  Grasp the handle with your left hand, place your foot on the footrest as shown, and pull starter grip and rope sharply until engine attempts to run. Do not pull the starter grip and rope more than five (5) times.  Set the choke lever to the RUN position.  Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs. Do not pull the starter grip and rope more than six (6) times. NOTE: If the engine does not start, return to the START/ QUIET position and repeat the steps that follow.  Allow the engine to run for 20 seconds before using the blower. TO STOP THE ENGINE:  To stop the engine, depress the STOP switch. HOT RESTART OF THE ENGINE:  Set the choke lever to the RUN position.  Set the cruise control lever to the START/QUIET position.  Pull the starter grip and rope 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. OPERATING THE BLOWER See Figure 12. WARNING: Engine housing can become hot during operation. Do not touch or place any part of your body or clothing on the engine housing, vents surrounding the muffler, or exhaust port when starting, operating, or transporting the blower. Stop and allow the engine to cool down for at least 15 minutes prior to storing the blower and do not allow blower to contact combustible materials when storing. Contact with the engine housing, muffler vents, or exhaust gases could result in serious burns and/or ignite combustible materials. NOTICE: Always operate your product in compliance with all applicable laws and ordinances. n Check your equipment before operation, especially the muffler, air intakes, and air filters. 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 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. 8 - English