Bolens TB720r User Manual

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MODEL TB720r

BLOWER

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 IN U.S., OR 1-800-265-6778 in CANADA

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY

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INTRODUCTION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

THANK YOU

Thank you for purchasing this quality product. This

modern outdoor power tool has been fully assembled and designed to provide you with many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device.

This operator's manual provides you with easy-tounderstand operating instructions. Read the entire manual and follow all of the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition.

The other manual that came with your power tool, the parts manual, contains all of the information that you need to order parts

PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

THE PURPOSE OF SAFETY SYMBOLS IS TO AHRACT YOUR AHENTION TO POSSIBLE DANGERS. THE SAFETY SYMBOLS, AND THE EXPLANATIONS WITH THEM, DESERVE YOUR CAREFUL AHENTION AND UNDERSTANDING. THE SAFETY WARNINGS DO NOT BY THEMSELVES ELIMINATE ANY DANGER. THE INSTRUCTIONS OR WARNINGS THEY GIVE ARE NOT SUBSTITUTES FOR PROPER ACCIDENT PREVENTION MEASURES.

SYMBOL MEANING

DANGER: Failure to obey a safety

warning will result in serious injury to ■ yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.

WARNING: Failure to obey a safety

warning can result in injury to yourself and others.

I. Rules for Safe Operation.........................................2-4

A. Safety and International Symbols

II. Operating Instructions

A. Interchanging Nozzles

B. Using the Flare Nozzle............................................7

C. Using the Concentrator Nozzle................................7

IV. Blower Parts - Model TB720r.......................................8

V. Warranty

Make sure this manual is carefully read and understood before starting or operating this equipment.

Also refer to the operator's manual of the powerhead for additional safety warnings.

NOTE: Proof of purchase will be required for

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warranty service.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

A WARNING: Always follow the

safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Make sure this manual is carefully read and understood before starting or operating this equipment.

Service Information

Service on this unit both within and after the warranty period should be performed only by an authorized and approved service dealer. Dial 1 -800-345-8746

in the United States or 1 -800-265-6778 in Canada

to obtain the listing of the authorized service dealer

nearest you. Do not return the unit to the retailer.

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CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety

NOTE:

warning may result in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety

precautions to reduce the risk of fire,

electric shock, and personal injury.

Advises you of information or

instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1 -800-345-8746 IN U.S., OR 1 -800-265-6778 in CANADA

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

BEFORE OPERATING

Carefully read and understand the operator's

manual of the unit that powers this attachment, Inspect the area before starting the unit, Remove

all debris, and hard and sharp objects.

Do not allow to be used as a toy,

WHILE OPERATING

Always wear safety goggles/glasses at all times when using the blower. They provide protection against flying objects and dust.

Do not operate the unit while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

Do not point the unit In anyone's direction or in the direction of windows. Failure to obey this warning will result in serious personal injury.

Wear a dust mask if use will create a dust laden environment.

Dress properly. Do not operate this blower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear sturdy, rubber-soled footwear. The use of gloves, ear/hearing protection and long pants are recommended.

Do not wear loose-fitting clothing or articles such as scarves, strings, chains, ties, etc,, because they could get drawn into the air intake. Also make sure long hair does not get drawn into the air intake.

Keep the air intake opening clear of debris.

Keep clothing and body parts away from all moving parts and the engine exhaust outlet.

Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.

Use extra care when cleaning on steps or stairs. Operate this blower in a well-ventilated area

outdoors. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area.

Do not blow in anyone's direction. The blower can propel small objects at high speed.

After striking a foreign object, stop the motor/ engine and inspect the blower for damage.

Repair any damage before further operation is attempted. Do not operate the blower with loose or damaged parts.

Keep bystanders, especially children, and pets at least 30 ft (9,1 m) away.

Look behind and use care when backing up.

• Never operate without good visibility or light,

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,

AFTER OPERATING

• Only qualified personnel should perform any repairs or maintenance procedures that are not described in this manual,

SPECIAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR ELECTRIC

POWERHEADS AND BLOWER

Do not use in rain. Avoid dangerous environments - never operate

blower in damp or wet conditions. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose

the unit to rain or operate unit on wet ground. Always unplug the unit and allow it to cool before

putting it into storage. Store indoors. Always unplug the unit when not in use, and

before performing any maintenance or repairs,

SPECIAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS

POWERHEADS AND BLOWER

• Avoid spilling the fuel when mixing the oil,

• Do not smoke while fueling the power unit,

• Fuel the power unit in a well-ventilated area,

• Move away from the fueling area when starting the unit,

• Do not smoke while operating the unit,

• Do not wear rubber or other insulated gloves when operating the unit to avoid static electricity shock,

• Store in an area free of potential fuel vapor

ignition sources such as open flames (pilot lights)

or electrical sparking devices (switches, electric

motors),

• Turn off the engine and let it cool before refueling or before putting the unit in storage.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product.

Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.

SYMBOL

MEANING

• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

Indicates caution, warning or danger. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

• READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL

Failure to follow operating instructions and safety

precautions in operator's manual can result in serious injury. Read operator's manual before starting or operating this unit.

• WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION

Warning. Thrown objects and loud noise can cause

severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye and

ear protection when operating this unit.

• FOR SERVICE INFORMATION, CALL

USA: 1-800-345-8746

CANADA: 1-800-265-6778

• BLOWERS

ROTATING BLADES CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY. Place switch in "OFF" position and disconnect from

power source before Installing or changing nozzles.

Do not put hands or any other object into fan housing.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING CLICK-LINK® SYSTEM

Your powerhead is equipped with a Ciick-Link® System, which enabies optional attachments to be installed on the powerhead unit.

The optional attachments are:

Sweeper/Blower......................................................SB720r

Vacuum..................................................................LV720r

Edger..................................................................... LE720r

Cultivator Straight Shaft Trimmer Tree Pruner Snow Thrower

Hedge Trimmer...................................... HS720r or HD720r

Blower/Vacuum Removing the Lower (Attachment) Boom

NOTE: To make removing the boom easier,

1. Loosen the knob counterclockwise (Fig. 1).

2. Push the release button in (Fig. 1).

3. Pull the lower boom straight out of the Click-Link

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piece the unit on the ground or on a tabie.

(Fig. 2).

SS720r or SS725r

GC720r

TP720r ST720r

BV720r

if your unit is not assembled or you have more than one attachment, use the following instructions:

Installing the Lower (Attachment) Boom

1. Remove the hanger from the lower (attachment) boom. Hold the release button down while pushing the lower (attachment) boom into the Click-Link (Fig. 2).

2. Tighten the knob clockwise before using the unit.

CAUTION: Make sure the release button

is locked in the primary hole before operating this unit.

CAUTION: All attachments are designed

to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise indicated in the specific attachment's operator's manual. If the incorrect hole is used, you could damage your unit.

Clic k-LInk

' Button

Knob

Release

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«x Guide

„ecoss

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

INTERCHANGING NOZZLES

Your unit is completely assembled and Installed with a flare nozzle (Fig. 3). The concentrator nozzle is in the box (Fig, 4). Use the following instructions to Interchange the two nozzles.

WARNING: To avoid serious personai

injury, do not insert hands into nozzles when removing or instaliing them.

WARNING: To reduce risk of injury,

disconnect power source before removing nozzies.

Indexing

Button on

Inside of

Nozzle

Flare Nozzle

Fig.3

Removing Flare or Concentrator Nozzle from

Blower Housing

1. Grasp the nozzie and turn it counterclockwise approximately 45" until the indexing button on the inside of the nozzle snaps out of the detent in the

blower housing (Fig. 5a for the flare nozzle and Fig. 5b for the concentrator nozzle). Pull the nozzle

off of the blower housing.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Installing Flare or Concentrator Nozzle onto Blower Housing

1. Align the indexing button on the inside of the nozzle with the detent on the housing (Fig, 6a for the concentrator nozzle, and Fig. 6b for the fiare nozzle),

2. Push the nozzle onto the housing and turn the nozzle clockwise until it locks (Fig. 7a for the concentrator

nozzle, and Fig, 7b for the flare nozzle).

NOTE: Make sure the nozzles are installed

properly, with indexing button facing up, before operating the unit.

Fig. 6a

Using the Flare Nozzle Use the flare nozzle for large, hard surface areas such

as driveways and sidewalks (Fig. 8).

Using the Concentrator Nozzie Use the concentrator nozzle for hard to reach places

such as corners in a garage or to control dust in a dust

laden environment (Fig. 9).

Indexing Button

Facing Up

Fig. 7a

Storing the Attachment Your unit is equipped with an accessory hanger to

allow you to hang the blower attachment from a wall (Fig, 10),

SPECIFICATIONS

Operating Weight of Attachment:.........................................................................................................3.25 lbs (1.46 kg)

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BLOWER PARTS - MODEL TB720r

(Serial no. 611000001 and greater)

PWCriRfJon

612605

180340

683608

153597 153318 181630 181560 181636 181634 181635

181637

181631 181345 181632

181633

Hanger Drive Shaft Housing Assembly Drive Shaft Assembly Lower Clamp Assembly Mounting Screw Upper Housing Palnut

Housing, Bushing Assembly

Shaft Impeller

Impeller Nut and Washer Housing, Lower Mounting Screw Flare Nozzle Concentrator Nozzle

FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1 -800-345-8746 IN U.S. OR 1 -800-265-6778 In CANADA

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Limited Two-Year Warranty

RYOBI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS warrants each new RYOBI Product for two (2) years according to the following terms.

This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of original retail purchase.

Any part of fhe RYOBI Product manufactured or supplied by RYOBI and found

in the reasonable judgement of RYOBI to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an authorized RYOBI service dealer without charge for parts and labor.

The RYOBI Product including any defective part must be returned to an authorized service dealer within the warranty period. The expense of delivering

the RYOBI Product to the dealer for warranfy work and the expense of returning

it back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid for by the owner. RYOBI's responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of warranfy shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any RYOBI Product. Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed by an authorized RYOBI service dealer.

This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase for any RYOBI Product that Is used for rental or commercial purposes, or any other Income-producing purpose.

This warranty does not cover any RYOBI Product that has been subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident, or that has been operated In any way contrary to the operating Instructions as specified In the RYOBI Operator's Manual. This warranty does not apply to any damage to the RYOBI Product that Is the result of improper maintenance or to any RYOBI Product that has been altered or modified so as to adversely affect the products operation, performance or durability or that has been altered or modified so as to change Its intended use. The warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible with the RYOBI Product or adversely affect Its operation, performance or durability.

in addition, this warranty does not cover; A, Tune-ups - Spark Plugs, Carburetor Adjustments, Filters B. Wear items - Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting Line, Inner Reels, Starter

Pulley, Starter Ropes, Drive Belts

RYOBI reserves the right to change or Improve the design of any RYOBI Product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY PERIOD OR NINETY (90) DAYS FOR PRODUCTS USED FOR ANY COMMERCIAL PURPOSE. ACCORDINGLY, ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED IN THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE APPROPRIATE TWO-YEAR OR NINETY DAY WARRANTY PERIOD. RYOBI'S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY, IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS, AND ROP DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY OTHER OBLIGATION. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

RYOBI ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER

DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE RYOBI PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER AND EXPENSE OF DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER, MECHANIC'S TRAVEL TIME, TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM

CHARGES, RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS

BEING PERFORMED, TRAVEL, LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY, LOSS OF

REVENUE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, OR INCONVENIENCE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from stofe to state.

This warranty applies to all RYOBI Products manufactured by RYOBI and sold in the United States and Canada.

To locate your nearest service dealer dial 1-800-346-8746 in the United States or

1-800-265-6778 In Canada.

RYOBI.

RYOBI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS

550 N. 54th Street

Chandler, AZ 85226 U.S.A.

RYOBI CANADA INC.

275 Industrial Rd

Cambridge, Ontario NIR 6K2 CANADA

FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1 -800-345-8746 IN U.S. OR 1 -800-265-6778 In CANADA

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL PART NO. 181638

PRINTED IN USA

REV. A (6847)

11/96

MANUEL DE FONCTIONNEMENT RÉF. 181364

IMPRIMÉ AUX É.U.

MANUAL DEL OPERADOR, No. de serie 181638 REV. A (6847) IMPRESO EN LOS EE.UU 11/96

RÊV. A (6847)

11/96