Ryobi OBL1800J, RBL1840J Original Instructions Manual

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

Cordless Blower

RBL1840J
OBL1800J

Important!

It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling,
operating, and maintaining the product.

Subject to technical modification.

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Safety, performance, and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of your
cordless blower.

INTENDED USE

The cordless blower is only intended for
use outdoors in dry and well-illuminated
conditions.

The product is not intended to be used by
children or persons with reduced physical,
mental or sensory capabilities.

The product is intended for blowing light
debris including leaves, grass, and other
garden refuse.

WARNING

When using the product, the safety rules
must be followed. For your own safety
and that of bystanders, you must read and
fully understand these instructions before
operating the product. Please keep these
instructions safe for later use.

WARNING

This product is not intended to be used by
children or persons with reduced physical,
mental, or sensory capabilities. Children
should be adequately supervised to ensure
they do not play with the product.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

TRAINING

■ Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar

with the controls and the correct use of the
product.

■ Never allow children, persons with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge, or
people unfamiliar with these instructions
to use the product. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.

■ Keep in mind, that the operator or user

is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.

■ Keep bystanders, children and pets 15 m

away from the area of operation. Stop the
product if anyone enters the area.

■ Never use the product when you are tired,

ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs
or medicine.

PREPARATION

■ Some regions have regulations that restrict

the use of the product to some operations.
Check with your local authority for advice.

■ While operating the product always wear

substantial footwear and long trousers.
Do not operate the product when barefoot
or wearing open sandals. Avoid wearing
clothing that is loose fitting or that has
hanging cords or ties; they can be caught
in moving parts.

■ Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that

can be drawn into the air inlet.

■ Secure long hair so it is above shoulder

level to prevent entanglement in moving
parts.

■ Wear hearing protection at all times while

operating the product. This product is
extremely noisy and permanent hearing
may result if precautions to limit your
exposure, reduce noise and wear hearing
protection are not strictly adhered to.

■ Wear full eye protection at all times while

operating this product. The manufacturer
strongly suggests a full face mask or fully
enclosed goggles. Normal spectacles or
sun glasses are not adequate protection.
Objects can be thrown at high speed by
the powerful air jet at any time and may
rebound from hard surfaces toward the
operator.

■ Ensure before each use that all controls

and safety devices function correctly. Do
not use the product if the “off” switch does
not stop the product.

■ Before each use, always inspect the

housing for damage. Ensure that guards
and handles are in place and properly
secured.

■ Return to an authorised service centre to

replace damaged or unreadable labels.

■ Never operate the product with defective

guards or shields, or without safety devices
in place.

■ Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.

■ Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris

before blowing.

■ Clear the work area before each use.

Remove all objects such as rocks, broken
glass, nails, wires, or string which can be
blown a considerable distance by high
velocity air.

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■ Operate the product on a firm, level surface

only.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

■ Recharge only with the charger specified

by the manufacturer. A charger that is
suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.

■ Use power tools only with specifically

designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury
and fire

■ When battery pack is not in use, keep it

away from other metal objects, like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other
small metal objects that can make a
connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together
may cause burns or a fire.

■ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be

ejected from the battery; avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.

OPERATION

■ Operate the product only at reasonable

hours – not early in the morning or late at
night when people might be disturbed.

■ Never operate the product in an explosive

atmosphere.

■ Avoid using the product in bad weather

conditions especially when there is a risk
of lightning.

■ Do not operate in poor lighting. The

operator requires a clear view of the work
area to identify potential hazards.

■ Use of hearing protection reduces the

ability to hear warnings (shouts or alarms).
The operator must pay extra attention to
what is going on in the working area.

■ Do not get distracted and always

concentrate on your task.

■ Operating similar tools nearby increases

both the risk of hearing injury and the
potential for other persons to enter your
working area.

■ Keep firm footing and balance. Do not

overreach. Overreaching can result in loss
of balance.

■ Always be sure of the footing on slopes.

Walk, never run.

■ Keep all parts of your body away from any

moving part. Rotating impeller blades can
cause severe injury.

■ Never run the product without the proper

equipment attached.

■ Do not modify the product in any way or

use parts and accessories which are not
recommended by the manufacturer.

WARNING

If the product is dropped, suffers heavy
impact, or begins to vibrate abnormally,
immediately stop the product and inspect
for damage or identify the cause of the
vibration. Any damage should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorised
service centre.

■ To reduce the risk of injury associated with

contacting rotating parts, always stop the
product, remove the battery, and make
sure all moving parts have come to a stop:

● before cleaning or clearing a blockage

● when leaving the product unattended

● before installing or removing

attachments

● before checking, maintaining, or working

on the product

● to inspect the product for damage after

striking a foreign object

● if the product starts to vibrate abnormally

(inspect immediately)

■ Immediately switch off and remove the

battery pack in the event of accident or
breakdown. Do not operate the product
again until it has been fully checked by an
authorised service centre.

BLOWER SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS

■ Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions

to reduce the risk of injury associated with
the inhalation of dust.

■ Slightly dampen surfaces in dusty

conditions.

■ Do not point the blower nozzle in the

direction of people or pets.

■ Never place objects inside the blower

tubes.

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■ Do not operate the product near open

windows.

■ Use the full blower nozzle extension so that

the air stream can work close to the ground
and perform effectively.

■ Do not place blower on top of or near

loose debris. Debris can be sucked into the
intake vent, resulting in possible damage
to the product.

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

■ Stop the product, remove the battery, and

allow it to cool before storing or transporting.

■ Clean all foreign materials from the product.

Store the product in a cool, dry, and well­ventilated place that is inaccessible to
children. Keep away from corrosive agents,
such as garden chemicals and de-icing
salts. Do not store outdoors.

■ For transportation in vehicles, secure the

product against movement or falling to
prevent injury to persons or damage to the
product.

TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES

Transport the battery in accordance with local
and national provisions and regulations.

Follow all special requirements on packaging
and labelling when transporting batteries by a
third party. Ensure that no batteries can come
in contact with other batteries or conductive
materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non­conductive caps or tape. Do not transport
batteries that are cracked or leaking. Check
with the forwarding company for further
advice.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING

Use only original manufacturer’s
replacement parts, accessories, and
attachments. Failure to do so can cause
possible injury and poor performance, and
may void your warranty.

WARNING

Servicing requires extreme care and
knowledge and should be performed only by

a qualied service technician. For service,

bring the product to an authorised service
centre. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.

■ Do not make adjustments and repairs not

described in this manual. For other repairs,
contact an authorised service agent.

■ After each use, clean the product with a

soft, dry cloth.

■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at

frequent intervals for proper tightness to
ensure that the product is in safe working
condition. Any part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.

■ Bring the product to an authorised service

centre to replace damaged or unreadable
labels.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even when the product is used as prescribed,
it is still impossible to completely eliminate
certain residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise in use and the operator
should pay special attention to avoid the
following:

■ Injury caused by vibration
– Always use the right tool for the job and

use designated handles.

■ Hearing injury caused by exposure to noise
– Wear ear protection and limit exposure.

■ Injury from flying objects from the blow tube

airflow

– Wear eye protection at all times.

RISK REDUCTION

It has been reported that vibrations from
handheld tools may contribute to a condition
called Raynaud’s Syndrome. Symptoms may
include tingling, numbness, and blanching of

the ngers, usually apparent upon exposure to

cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to cold and
dampness, diet, smoking, and work practices
are all thought to contribute to the development
of the these symptoms. There are measures
that can be taken by the operator to possibly