Ryobi RY40870 Operation Manual - Page 14

OPERATION ADJUSTING THE CHUTE See Figures 10 - 13. The chute can be adjusted to change both the direction and the distance to assist you in moving snow away from one area and placing it in another. The direction of snow removal can be adjusted up to 180º.  Turn the chute rotation lever to the left to rotate the chute to the left.  Turn the chute rotation lever to the right to rotate the chute to the right. The distance the snow is moved is adjusted using the chute deflector handle. Squeeze the two parts of the chute deflector handle together to adjust.  Move the chute deflector forward (up) to increase the distance the snow will be thrown. WARNING: Do not force the chute so far forward that a gap appears between the deflector and the chute itself. Snow or other debris could be thrown through the gap back at the operator, resulting in serious personal injury.  Move the chute deflector backward (down) to decrease the distance the snow will be thrown. OPERATING TIPS WARNING: Never use snow blower on frozen lakes, rivers, or similar surfaces. Death or serious injury could occur if the ice breaks. WARNING: Keep all snow discharge pointed away from all electrical devices to reduce the risk of electrocution or electric shock. WARNING: Never point the snow blower or discharge chute in the direction of people or pets. Thrown snow or other objects can cause serious personal injuries. WARNING: Make sure the area to be cleared is free of stones, sticks, wires, gravel, and other objects that could be accidentally thrown by the snow blower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others.  If the unit comes in contact with any type of obstruction or debris during use, stop the snow blower, remove the battery pack, remove the obstruction, and inspect the unit carefully for damage before proceeding. WARNING: Never reach into the discharge chute or place any body part in front of the snow blower when the unit is operating or when the battery pack is installed. Always ensure all moving parts have stopped and the battery pack has been removed before clearing any obstructions. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury. WARNING: Never use the snow blower on a rooftop or other unstable surface, which can result in death or serious personal injury. WARNING: Do not use snow blower on ice, which can cause the operator to slip and fall, resulting in possible serious personal injury.  Take notice of the direction of the wind before beginning. When possible, discharge snow in the same direction as the wind to prevent snow from being thrown back into your face.  Some parts of the snow blower can freeze under extreme weather conditions. Do not attempt to operate the unit with frozen parts.  When finished, allow the motor to run for an additional few minutes, then turn the chute rotation lever back and forth several times to remove any remaining snow from the chute. WARNING: Do not wear loose clothing, scarves, or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts and cause death or serious personal injury. 10 - English