Ryobi RBL1830H, OBL1830H Original Instructions Manual

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

Hybrid Blower

RBL1830H
OBL1830H

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 hybrid blower.

INTENDED USE

The product is only intended for use outdoors.
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

The 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.

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.

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 whilst operating the

product. This product is extremely noisy and permanent
hearing injury 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 whilst 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 visually inspect to see, that the

housing is undamaged and 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, for example debris
collector 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, wire, or
string which can be blown a considerable distance by
high velocity air.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure

to follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury. Save all

warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains­operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.

WORK AREA SAFETY

■ Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

areas invite accidents.

■ Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

■ Keep children and bystanders away while operating

a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose

control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

■ Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk
of electric shock.

■ Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric

shock if your body is earthed or grounded

■ Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

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Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.

■ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase

the risk of electric shock.

■ When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a

cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.

■ If operating a power tool in a damp location is

unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of

electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment

of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.

■ Use personal protective equipment. Always wear

eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust

mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.

■ Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch

is in the off-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the

switch or energising power tools that have the switch
on invites accidents.

■ Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to

a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.

■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance

at all times. This enables better control of the power

tool in unexpected situations.

■ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long

hair can be caught in moving parts.

■ If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection

can reduce dust-related hazards.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

■ Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

tool for your application. The correct power tool will

do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.

■ Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn

it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled

with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

■ Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or

the battery pack from the power tool before making

any adjustments, changing accessories or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce

the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

■ Store idle power tools out of the reach of children

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.

■ Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

maintained power tools.

■ Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.

■ Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc,

in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations

different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.

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.

SERVICE

■ Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

person using only identical replacement parts.

This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS

■ Avoid unintentional starting. Always check that the

switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the
product to the power supply or installing the battery
pack. Do not carry a plugged in machine with your
fi nger on the switch.

■ Do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions.

Water entering an appliance will increase the risk of
electric shock.

■ Electrical power should be supplied via a residual

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current device (RCD) with a tripping current of not
more than 30 mA.

■ Before every use, examine the power cord for

damage. If there are signs of damage, it must be

replaced. Always uncoil the power cord during use;
coiled cables can overheat.

■ Only use a weather proof extension cord. Check

the extension cord before every use for damage.
Always uncoil the extension cord during use because
coiled cords can overheat. Damaged extension cords
should not be repaired, they should be replaced with
an equivalent type.

■ Make sure the power cord is positioned so that it

will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise
subjected to damage or stress.

■ Never pick up or carry the product by the electric

cable.

■ Never pull by the power cord to disconnect from the

power supply.

■ Keep the power cord away from heat, oil and sharp

edges.

■ Always direct the cable to the rear away from the

product.

■ Make sure voltage is correct for your product. A

nameplate on the product indicates the unit’s voltage.
Never connect the product to an AC voltage that differs
from this voltage.

■ Make sure the switch is in OFF position before

disconnecting from power supply or remove
battery pack.

OPERATION

■ Do not use the product if the cord is damaged

or worn. If the cord becomes damaged during use,

immediately disconnect the cord from the power supply.
Do not touch the damaged cord before disconnecting
the power supply.

■ 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

what you are doing.

■ 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 and 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. When used as a blower, always install the

blower tubes.

■ 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, disconnect from
the mains or 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, maintenance or working on the

product

● after striking a foreign object to inspect the product

for damage

● if the product starts to vibrate abnormally (inspect

immediately)

WARNING

Your blower may be supplied with a harness. Carefully
adjust the harness so that it can support the weight of the
product and ensure ease of operation.

Identify the quick release mechanism and practice using
it before using the product. Its correct use may prevent
serious injury in the case of an emergency. Never wear
additional clothing over the harness or otherwise restrict
access to the quick release mechanism.

BLOWER SAFETY WARNINGS

■ Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions to reduce

the risk of injury associated with the inhalation of dust.

■ Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people

or pets.

■ Never place objects inside the blower tubes.

■ Do not operate the product near open windows.

■ Slightly dampen surfaces in dusty conditions.

■ Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream

can work close to the ground.

■ Do not place blower on top of or near loose debris.

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

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY
PACKS

■ Read, understand and always follow the safety

instructions which came with your battery and charger.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire or other
hazardous situations. Keep all the instructions together
in a safe place for future reference.

■ Battery operated product do not have to be plugged

into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Remove the disabling device
whenever you are not operating the product.

■ Remove the battery pack before making any

adjustments, cleaning, or removing material from the
product.

■ Do not place battery products or their batteries near

fire or heat. This increases the risk of explosion and
possibly injury.

■ Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released

electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the
eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

■ Protect the battery pack against moisture and water.

Do not charge the battery in a damp or wet location.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.

■ In case of damage and improper use of the battery,

vapour may be emitted. Provide for fresh air and seek
medical help in case of complaints. The vapour can
irritate the respiratory system.

■ Do not leave the battery pack in a vehicle or outdoor

storage during hot or cold conditions.

■ Do not incinerate the battery. When the battery is

beyond it’s useful life, dispose of it correctly according
to the local regulations in your area.

■ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from

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

TRANSPORT ATION AND STORAGE

■ Stop the product, disconnect from the mains or remove

the battery, and allow it to cool before storing or
transporting.

■ Clean all foreign material from the product. Store it in a

cool, dry, and well-ventilated 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, secure the product against

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

MAINTENANCE

WARNING

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

WARNING

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only by a qualifi ed service
technician. For service, we suggest you return the
product to your nearest authorised service centre for
repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts.

■ You may make adjustments and repairs described

here. For other repairs, contact the 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 the product is in safe
working condition. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service
centre.

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, use designated handles and restrict working
time and exposure.)

■ exposure to noise can cause hearing injury. (Wear ear

protection and limit exposure.)

■ injury from flying objects from the blow tube airflow.

(Wear adequate eye protection at all times.)

RISK REDUCTION

It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held tools
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome.
Symptoms may include tingling, numbness and blanching
of the fi 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 these symptoms. There are measures
that can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce the
effects of vibration:

■ Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating

the product wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.

■ After each period of operation, exercise to increase

blood circulation.

■ Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of

exposure per day.

If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your doctor about
these symptoms.