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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
BLOWER/VACUUM
RY08554/RY09907
(ALL VERSIONS)
Your blower/vacuum has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using
this product.
Thank you for your purchase.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................2
General Safety Rules ........................................................................................................................................................ 3
Specific Safety Rules ........................................................................................................................................................4
Symbols .........................................................................................................................................................................5-6
Features .........................................................................................................................................................................7-8
Assembly .....................................................................................................................................................................9-11
Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................12-15
Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................................................15-16
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................................................17
Warranty ...................................................................................................................................................................18-20
Parts Ordering / Service ...................................................................................................................................Back Page
INTRODUCTION
This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or carbon monoxide poisoning which will cause
death or serious personal injury.
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this
unit.
Never start or run the engine inside a closed area; breath-
ing exhaust fumes can kill.
Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI
Z87.1 as well as hearing protection when operating this
equipment.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 feet
away.
Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not wear
loose-fitting clothing, short pants, jewelry of any kind, or
go barefoot.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with objects being
drawn into rotating parts, do not wear loose clothing,
scarves, neck chains, and the like. Secure long hair so it
is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any
rotating parts.
Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Do not operate in poor lighting.
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts
and all hot surfaces of the unit.
Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions to reduce the
risk of injury associated with the inhalation of dust.
Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which
can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Over-
reaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot
surfaces.
Never operate the unit without a spark arrestor screen;
this screen is located inside the muffler.
Product users on United States Forest Service land, and
in some states, must comply with fire prevention regulations. This product is equipped with a spark arrestor;
however, other user requirements may apply. Check with
the federal, state, or local authorities in your area.
Before storing, allow the engine to cool.
Use only
ure to do so may cause poor performance or possible
injury.
Maintain the unit per maintenance instructions in this
operator’s manual.
Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel
leaks, etc. Replace damaged parts.
Ryobi replacement parts and accessories. Fail-
SERVICE
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the
engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away
from the plug to prevent starting.
Service on the blower/vacuum must be performed by
qualified repair personnel only. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel could result in injury
to the user or damage to the product.
Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the
blower/vacuum. Use of unauthorized parts may create
a risk of serious injury to the user, or damage to the
product.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Always hold the blower in your right hand. Refer to the
OPERATION
information.
To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound
level(s), hearing protection is required.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting
rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or
removing attachments. Do not operate without guard(s)
in place. Always disconnect the spark plug before
performing maintenance or accessing any movable
parts.
Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people
or pets.
Never run the unit without the blower tubes installed.
Never place objects inside the blower tubes.
Use only as directed in this operator’s manual.
Do not operate vacuum without vacuum bag installed;
flying debris could cause serious injury. Always close
vacuum bag completely before operating.
Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury. Stop
the engine before opening the vacuum door or installing/
changing tubes. Do not put hands or any other object into
the vacuum tubes while they are installed on the unit.
Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached.
When used as a blower, always install the blower tubes.
When used as a vacuum, always install the vacuum tubes
and vacuum bag. Make sure the vacuum bag is completely
zipped when the unit is running to avoid flying debris.
Avoid situations that could catch the vacuum bag on
fire. Do not operate near an open flame. Do not vacuum
warm ash from fireplaces, barbecue pits, brush piles, etc.
Do not vacuum discarded cigars or cigarettes unless the
cinders are completely cool.
instructions later in this manual for additional
REFUELING
Fuel is highly flammable. Take precautions when using
to reduce the chance of serious personal injury.
Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from
spark and/or flame-producing equipment.
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
Only refuel outdoors and do not smoke while refueling.
Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap
of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or
when the engine is hot.
Do not smoke while handling fuel.
Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep
fuel from escaping around the cap.
Tighten the fuel cap securely after refueling.
Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 30 feet away from
refueling site before starting engine.
Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any circum
stances.
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel with
care. It is highly flammable.
If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors
have dissipated.
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
Empty fuel tank and restrain the unit from moving before
transporting in a vehicle.
When draining the fuel tank, use an approved fuel storage
container in a well-ventilated area.
Select bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool before
refueling.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use
them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Symbol Precautions that involve your safety.
Read the Operator’s Manual
Wear Eye and Hearing Protection
Vacuum Door Do not run unit while vacuum door is unsecured.
Long Hair Risk of long hair being drawn into air inlet.
Loose Clothing Risk of loose clothing being drawn into air intake.
Gasoline and Lubricant
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI
Z87.1 as well as hearing protection when operating this
equipment.
Use unleaded gasoline intended for motor vehicle use with
an octane rating of 87 [(R + M) / 2] or higher. This product is
powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires pre-mixing gasoline
and 2-cycle lubricant.
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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product to your nearest
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When
servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt
to use this product until you read thoroughly and
understand completely the operator’s manual. If you
do not understand the warnings and instructions in the
operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call Ryobi
customer service for assistance.
WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision Safety
Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection
which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Displacement....................................................................................................................................................25.4cc
Air Velocity:
MPH ..................................................................................................................................205 (with high velocity nozzle)
CFM ........................................................................................................................................................
Weight .......................................................................................................................................................................10.4 lbs.
375 (at housing)
loWer
VAcuum Tube
on/oFF SWiTch
ShoulDer STrAp
VAcuum bAG
cruiSe
conTrol
VAcuum
Tube ScreW
upper
VAcuum Tube
upper hAnDle
choke
leVer
primer bulb
STArTer Grip
Fuel cAp
ThroTTle TriGGer
VAcuum hAnDle
Fig. 1a
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hiGh VelociTY noZZle WiTh
WeT leAF ScrAper
SWeeper noZZle
FEATURES
on/oFF SWiTch
ThroTTle TriGGer
cruiSe
conTrol
upper
hAnDle
Door
TAb
KNOW YOUR BLOWER/VACUUM
See Figures 1a - 1b.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
BLOWER TUBE AND NOZZLES
The blower tube can be assembled and installed on the
blower without using any tools.
CRUISE CONTROL
The cruise control feature allows the user to operate the
blower without holding the throttle trigger. To slow the engine,
simply push the cruise control lever forward.
HIGH VELOCITY NOZZLE WITH WET LEAF
SCRAPER
The high velocity nozzle is great for wet sticky leaves. It
allows you to scrape wet leaves or debris while operating
the blower.
MOTOR
The blower has a powerful 25.4cc engine with sufficient
power to handle tough blowing and vacuuming jobs.
upper bloWer
Tube
inleT coVer
Door
Fig. 1b
MULCHER
The blower is equipped with a steel mulching blade that
efficiently reduces leaves at a 12:1 ratio.
SIMPLE START™
The Simple Start allows for easier and quicker starting.
SWEEPER NOZZLE
The sweeper nozzle allows for more area to be covered
during blower operation.
THROTTLE TRIGGER
The blower can be operated at any speed between idle and
full throttle.
VACUUM/MULCHER
Converting the blower to a vacuum/mulcher can be done
without using any tools.
VACUUM BAG
The vacuum bag attaches to the blower easily by using the
vacuum bag adaptor.
VACUUM HANDLE
This feature allows user to perform vacuuming duties
comfortably.
VACUUM TUBES
The vacuum tubes can be installed on the blower without
using any tools.
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ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-860-4050 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Blower
Upper Blower Tube
Sweeper Nozzle
High Velocity Nozzle
Vacuum Handle
Vacuum Handle Knobs (2)
Grounding Wire
Upper and Lower Vacuum Tubes
Vacuum Tube Screws (2)
Vacuum Bag Assembly
Vacuum Bag Adaptor
2-Cycle Engine Lubricant
Operator’s Manual
NOTE: Read and remove all hang tags and store with your
operator’s manual.
ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBES
See Figure 2.
Align raised tabs on main housing to the slots on upper
tube; slide together and tighten securely by twisting.
Check tightness after initial run and retighten if needed.
To remove the tubes, rotate the tubes to unlock them and
remove from the blower housing outlet.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
See Figure 3.
Before installing the vacuum handle, connect the grounding
wire as shown. This will help prevent static shock when using
the vacuum in low humidity conditions.
SWeeper noZZle
upper bloWer
Tube
Fig. 2
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product. Any
such alteration or modification is misuse and could result
in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark plug
wire from the spark plug when assembling parts.
Fig. 3
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ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING THE VACUUM HANDLE
See Figure 4.
Lay unit on side as shown.
Insert vacuum handle into the base of unit.
Secure vacuum handle in place using two knobs as
shown.
VAcuum
hAnDle
VAcuum
hAnDle
knobS
INSTALLING THE VACUUM BAG
See Figures 5 - 6.
Remove the nozzle and upper blower tube from the
blower.
Unzip the vacuum bag and place the adaptor inside as
shown.
Align the raised slots on the bag adaptor with the raised
locking tabs on the blower housing outlet; push the bag
adaptor onto the housing. Twist to lock into place.
Rotate the vacuum bag until the shoulder strap is upright.
Make sure the vacuum bag is zipped and closed before
starting the unit.
ADApTor
Fig. 4
VAcuum bAG
ADApTor inSTAlleD
in VAcuum bAG
rAiSeD
SloT
Fig. 5
rAiSeD
lockinG TAb
Fig. 6
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INSTALLING THE VACUUM TUBES
See Figures 7 - 8.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury. Always
stop the engine before opening the vacuum door or
installing/changing tubes. Do not put hands or any other
object into the vacuum tubes while they are installed on
the unit.
NOTE: This vacuum/blower is equipped with a vacuum door
interlock. If vacuum door is open and vacuum tubes are not
installed, engine will not start.
To install the vacuum tubes:
Secure the upper and lower vacuum tubes together by
aligning the raised locking tabs with the raised slots.
Tap tube assembly on ground until the screw holes in
lower tube are in the raised slot of the upper tube. Secure
with supplied screws.
Depress door tab and open vacuum inlet door.
Align tabs on housing with tube assembly. Insert tube
assembly into vacuum opening. Twist clockwise and lock
the upper vacuum tube into the blower housing.
Tighten screw on upper vacuum tube to secure to blower
housing.
To remove the vacuum tubes:
Twist to loosen the upper vacuum tube by turning
counterclockwise.
Remove the vacuum tube assembly from the blower
housing.
Close the vacuum inlet cover door securely.
VAcuum bAG
ASSemblY
VAcuum
Door hinGe
VAcuum Tube
ASSemblY
VAcuum
inleT Door
VAcuum
inleT Door
Door
TAb
Fig. 7
VAcuum
openinG
ScreW
11
upper
VAcuum Tube
lockinG TAb
lockinG TAb
Fig. 8
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OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating this product. Failure to do so
could result in objects being thrown into your eyes
resulting in possible serious injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
Clearing leaves and other debris from your lawn
Keeping decks and driveways free from leaves and pine
needles
Vacuuming leaves from your lawn
MIXING THE FUEL
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
premixing gasoline and 2-cycle oil. The mixture should be at
a 50:1 ratio, using Premium Exact Mix™ 2-cycle engine oil. If
Premium Exact Mix™ 2-cycle engine oil is not available, use
a high quality 2-cycle engine oil, mixed at a 50:1 ratio. See
chart later in this section.
TO MIX THE FUEL:
Use a clean container that is approved for use with gaso-
line.
Mix the Premium Exact Mix™ 2-cycle engine oil with
unleaded gasoline in the container, according to the
instructions on the oil package.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline
intended for automotive use with an octane rating of 87
[(R + M) / 2] or higher. Do not use automotive oil or 2-cycle
outboard oil.
NOTE: Premium Exact Mix™ fuel mixture will stay fresh up
to 30 days. DO NOT mix quantities larger than usable in a
30 day period.
FILLING THE TANK
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline will burn you and others. Always
stop the engine before filling the fuel tank. Never add fuel
to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least
30 ft. from the refueling area before starting engine. Do
not smoke while filling the tank.
Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent con-
tamination.
Loosen the fuel cap slowly by turning counterclock-
wise.
Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing
the fuel cap.
Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clock-
wise.
Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before start-
ing the product.
NOTE:
engine during first use.
It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard
and must be replaced immediately. If you find any leaks,
correct the problem before using the product. Failure
to do so could result in a fire that could cause serious
personal injury.
PREMIUM EXACT MIX™ (50:1)
GASOLINE OIL
1 gallon (US) 2.6 oz.
1 liter 20 cc (20 ml)
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OPERATION
OXYGENATED FUELS
Some conventional gasolines are blended with alcohol or an
ether compound. These gasolines are collectively referred
to as oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some
areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels
to help reduce emissions.
If using an oxygenated fuel, make sure it is unleaded and
meets the minimum octane rating requirements. Before using
an oxygenated fuel, try to confirm the fuel’s contents. Some
states/provinces require this information to be posted on the
pump. The following are the EPA approved percentages of
oxygenates:
Ethanol (ethyl or grain alcohol) 10% by volume. You
may use gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume.
Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the
name “Gasohol.” Do not use E85 fuel.
MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) 15% by volume. You
may use gasoline containing up to 15% MTBE by volume.
Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) 5% by volume. You
may use gasoline containing up to 5% methanol by volume
as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors
to protect the fuel system. Gasoline containing more than 5%
methanol by volume may cause starting and/or performance
problems. It may also damage metal, rubber, and plastic
parts of the product or your fuel system.
If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another
service station or switch to another brand of gasoline.
NOTE: Fuel system damage or performance problems
resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more
than the percentages of oxygenates stated previously are
not covered under warranty.
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figures 9 - 10.
To start a cold engine:
DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine starts
and runs.
Lay the blower/vacuum on a flat, bare surface.
PRIME - Press the primer bulb 7 times.
SET the start lever to the START position.
PULL the starter grip until the engine starts.
Wait 6-10 seconds, then squeeze the trigger to run.
NOTE: Squeezing and releasing the throttle trigger releases
the start lever to the RUN position.
ThroTTle
TriGGer
choke
leVer
primer
bulb
STArTer
Grip
on/oFF SWiTch
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
proper operATinG poSiTion
To start a warm engine:
PULL the starter grip until the engine starts.
To stop the engine:
Press and hold the switch in the stop “ ” position until
the engine stops.
Fig. 11
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OPERATING THE BLOWER
See Figures 11 - 12.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Never run the unit without the blower tubes installed or
the vacuum door securely closed. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.
Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier
in this manual. Hold the blower with the upper handle in
your right hand.
WARNING:
Keep away from all hot surfaces of the blower. Failure to
do so could result in possible serious personal injury.
To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer
edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center
of a pile.
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.
To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of
equipment used at any one time.
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.
Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to
do the job.
Check your equipment before operation, especially the
muffler, air intakes, and air filters.
Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water
is available.
Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly
washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can
work close to the ground.
After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP!
Dispose of debris properly.
Use the sweeper nozzle for the everyday blowing opera-
tion. This nozzle allows for more area to be covered during
the blowing operation.
The high velocity nozzle is specifically designed for wet
sticky leaves. It allows you to scrape wet leaves or debris
while operating the blower.
SWeeper noZZle
hiGh VelociTY
noZZle
Fig. 12
cruiSe
conTrol
ThroTTle TriGGer
Fig. 13
CRUISE CONTROL
See Figure 13.
The cruise control can be used to operate the blower without
holding the throttle trigger.
To engage the cruise control:
Pull cruise control lever back towards user, and stop at
the desired throttle setting.
To release the cruise control, push cruise control lever all
the way towards the front of unit.
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OPERATION
VACUUM OPERATION
See Figure 14.
WARNING:
Never run the unit without the vacuum tubes, vacuum
bag, and vacuum handle installed. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.
Install the vacuum tubes, vacuum handle, and bag. Refer
to the ASSEMBLY section earlier in this manual.
Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier
in this manual.
Place the vacuum bag strap over your right shoulder.
Hold the upper handle in your left hand and the vacuum
handle in your right hand.
Move the blower/vacuum from side to side along outer
edge of the debris. To avoid clogging, do not place the
vacuum tube directly into the debris pile.
Hold the engine higher than the inlet end of the vacuum
tube.
Always point vacuum tube downhill when working on a
hillside.
To avoid injury to the operator or unit, do not pick up
rocks, broken glass, bottles, or other similar objects.
If the vacuum tubes should clog, stop the engine and
disconnect the spark plug wire before cleaning out the
obstruction.
Remove the vacuum tubes and clear the debris from the
blower fan housing. Remove the bag and clear the tube.
A small rod or stick may be required to clear the entire
tube length. Ensure that all debris has been cleared before
reassembling the vacuum tubes.
proper operATinG poSiTion
Fig. 14
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing
dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine,
shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark
plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
serious personal injury or property damage.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, lubricant, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, penetrating lubricants, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
You can often make adjustments and repairs described here.
For other repairs, have the blower/vacuum serviced by an
authorized service dealer.
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MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER SCREEN
See Figure 15 - 16.
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter screen
clean.
Remove the air filter cover by pushing down on the latch
with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover.
Brush the air filter screen lightly to clean.
Replace the air filter cover by inserting the tabs on the
bottom of the cover into the slots on the air filter base;
push the cover up until it latches securely in place.
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT, MUFFLER
AND SPARK ARRESTOR
NOTE: Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and
amount of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the
exhaust port, muffler, and/or spark arrestor screen may
become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a
power loss with your gas powered tool, you may need to
remove these deposits to restore performance. We highly
recommend that only qualified service technicians perform
this service.
The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every
50 hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of your
product. Spark arrestors may be in different locations
depending on the model purchased. Please contact your
nearest service dealer for the location of the spark arrestor
for your model.
pull coVer
To open
lATch
Air
FilTer
coVer
Fig. 15
bruSh
WARNING:
To avoid a fire hazard, never run the blower without the
spark arrestor in place.
VACUUM BAG
A dirty bag will reduce performance. To clean the bag, turn it
inside out and shake. Wash the bag in soapy water at least
once a year. To obtain a replacement bag, see How to Order
Replacement Parts on the back page of this manual.
FUEL CAP
WARNING:
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a
check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine
performance. If performance improves when the fuel cap
is loosened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged.
Replace fuel cap if required.
Air FilTer
Screen
Fig. 16
SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT
This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y or NGK BPMR7A
spark plug with .025 in. electrode gap. Use an exact
replacement and replace annually.
STORING THE PRODUCT
Clean all foreign material from the product. Store idle unit
indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible
to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as
garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage
and handling of gasoline.
When storing 1 month or longer:
Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for
gasoline. Run engine until it stops.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICING DEALER.
PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY
Engine fails to start. No fuel in tank.
Spark plug shorted or fouled.
Spark plug is broken. (cracked
porcelain or electrodes broken)
Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or
disconnected from spark plug.
Ignition inoperative.
Engine hard to start. Water in gasoline or stale fuel mixture.
Too much lubricant in fuel mixture.
Engine is under or over choked.
Weak spark at spark plug.
Engine lacks power. Air filter clogged. Clean air filter. Refer to Cleaning the
Engine overheats. Insufficient lubricant in fuel mixture. Mix fuel as described in starting
Fill tank.
Replace spark plug.
Replace spark plug.
Replace lead wire or attach to spark
plug.
Contact authorized service center.
Drain entire system and refill with fresh
fuel.
Drain and refill with correct mixture.
Adjust choke as necessary.
Contact authorized service center.
Air Filter Screen earlier in this manual.
instructions.
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WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., warrants to the
original retail purchaser that this RYOBI® brand outdoor
product is free from defect in material and workmanship
and agrees to repair or replace, at Techtronic Industries
North America, Inc.’s, discretion, any defective product
free of charge within these time periods from the date of
purchase.
Two years if the product is used for personal, family or
household use;
90 days, if used for any other purpose, such as
commercial or rental.
This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser
only and commences on the date of the original retail
purchase.
Any part of this product found in the reasonable judgment
of Techtronic Industries North America, Inc. to be defective
in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced
without charge for parts and labor by an authorized service
center for RYOBI® brand outdoor products (Authorized
Ryobi Service Center).
The product, including any defective part, must be returned
to an authorized Ryobi service center within the warranty
period. The expense of delivering the product to the service
center for warranty work and the expense of returning it
back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid
by the owner. Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.’s,
responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the
required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of
warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the
contract of sale of any RYOBI® brand outdoor product. Proof
of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate
any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed
by an authorized service dealer.
This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date
of original retail purchase for any RYOBI® brand outdoor
product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or
any other income-producing purpose.
This warranty does not cover any 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 this operator’s manual. This
warranty does not apply to any damage to the product that
is the result of improper maintenance or to any product
that has been altered or modified. 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® brand outdoor product or adversely affect
its operation, performance, or durability. In addition, this
warranty does not cover:
A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor
Adjustments, Ignition, Filters
B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting
Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive
Belts, Tines, Felt Washers, Hitch Pins, Mulching Blades,
Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bag
and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., reserves the
right to change or improve the design of any RYOBI® brand
outdoor product without assuming any obligation to modify
any product previously manufactured.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD. 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, ONE-YEAR, OR NINETYDAY WARRANTY PERIOD. TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES
NORTH AMERICA, INC.’S, OBLIGATION UNDER THIS
WARRANTY IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO
THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS
AND TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA,
INC., 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. TECHTRONIC
INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC., ASSUMES NO
RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO AN
AUTHORIZED RYOBI SERVICE CENTER 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 state to state.
This warranty applies to all RYOBI® brand outdoor products
manufactured by or for Techtronic Industries North America,
Inc., and sold in the United States and Canada.
To locate your nearest Authorized Ryobi Service Center,
dial 1-800-860-4050.
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WARRANTY
THE FOLLOWING CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD (CARB) STATEMENT ONLY APPLIES TO MODEL NUMBERS REqUIRED TO MEET THE CARB REqUIREMENTS.
TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC., LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR FEDERAL
AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS NON-ROAD AND SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board
(CARB), and Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., are pleased to explain the
Emissions Control System Warranty on your 2008 model year non-road or small offroad engine. In California, new equipment that uses small off-road engines must be
designed, built, and equipped to meet the state’s stringent anti-smog standards. In
other states, new 2000 and later model year non-road engines must be designed,
built, and equipped at the time of sale to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for small
non-road engines. The non-road engine must be free from defects in materials and
workmanship which cause it to fail to conform with U.S. EPA standards for the first
two years of engine use from the date of sale to the ultimate purchaser. Techtronic
Industries North America, Inc., must warrant the emission control system on your
non-road or small off-road engine for the period of time listed above provided there
has been no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of your non-road or small
off-road engine.
Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection
system, the ignition system, catalytic converters, fuel tanks, valves, filters, clamps,
connectors, and other associated components. Also included may be hoses, belts
and connectors, and other emission-related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., will
repair your non-road or small off-road engine at no cost to you, including diagnosis, parts, and labor performed at an authorized service center for RYOBI® brand
outdoor products.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:
This product’s emissions control system is warranted for two years. If any emission-related part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., free of charge.
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES
(a) As the non-road or small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for
the performance of the required maintenance listed in your operator’s manual.
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your non-road or small off-road engine, but
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., cannot deny warranty solely for the
lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled
maintenance. Any replacement part or service that is equivalent in performance
and durability may be used in non-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall
not reduce the warranty obligations of Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.
(b) As the non-road or small off-road engine owner, you should be aware, however,
that Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., may deny you warranty coverage if
your non-road or small off-road engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect,
improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications.
(c) You are responsible for presenting your non-road or small off-road engine to an
authorized service dealer as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should
be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
should contact a Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., Customer Representative at 1-800-860-4050.
DEFECT WARRANTY COVERAGE REqUIREMENTS:
(a) The warranty period begins on the date the engine or equipment is delivered to
an ultimate purchaser.
(b) General Emissions Warranty Coverage. Techtronic Industries North America,
Inc., warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your
non-road or small off-road engine is designed, built, and equipped at the time of sale
to conform with all applicable regulations adopted by the California Air Resources
Board or the United States Environmental Protection Agency; and that it is free from
defects in materials and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to conform with
applicable regulations for a period of two years from the date the non-road or small
off-road engine is purchased by the initial purchaser.
(c) The warranty on emissions-related parts will be interpreted as follows: Any
warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required in the Emissions
Maintenance Schedule and Warranty Parts List set forth below is warranted for two
years. If any such part (including any part that is scheduled only for regular inspection)
fails during the period of warranty coverage, it will be repaired or replaced at any
RYOBI® Authorized Service Center at no charge. Any such part repaired or replaced
under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period. A statement to
the effect of “repair or replace as necessary” would not reduce the period of warranty coverage. Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required
maintenance in the Emissions Maintenance Schedule and Warranty Parts List is
warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for
that part. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty is warranted for the
remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point, and will be
repaired or replaced at any RYOBI® Authorized Service Center for no charge until
that replacement point is reached.
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., shall remedy warranty defects at any
authorized RYOBI® Authorized Service Center, including any distribution center
that may be franchised to service the subject engines. Any diagnostic work done
at a RYOBI® Authorized Service Center shall be free of charge to the owner if such
work determines that a warranted part is defective. Any manufacturer-approved or
equivalent replacement part may be used for any warranty maintenance or repairs
on emission-related parts, and must be provided free of charge to the owner if the
part is still under warranty. Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., is liable for
damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part
still under warranty.
Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the California Air Resource Board
may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts will be
grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.,
will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a nonexempted add-on or modified part.
The California Air Resources Board’s Emission Warranty Parts List specifically defines
the emission-related warranted parts. (EPA’s regulations do not include a parts list,
but the EPA considers emission-related warranted parts to include all the parts listed
below.) Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., will provide any documents that
describe its warranty procedures or policies within five days upon request by the
California Air Resources Board.
EMISSIONS PARTS LIST
Emissions parts vary from product to product. Your emissions control system warranty
applies to any of the following components that may be included on your product:
(1) Fuel Metering System
(i) Carburetor and internal parts (and/or pressure regulator or fuel injection
system).
(ii) Air/fuel ratio feedback and control system.
(iii) Cold start enrichment system.
(iv) Fuel Tank.
(2) Air Induction System
(i) Controlled hot air intake system.
(ii) Intake manifold.
(iii) Air filter.
(3) Ignition System
(i) Spark Plugs.
(ii) Magneto or electronic ignition system.
(iii) Spark advance/retard system.
(4) Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System
(i) EGR valve body and carburetor spacer, if applicable.
(ii) EGR rate feedback and control system.
(5) Air Injection System
(i) Air pump or pulse valve.
(ii) Valves affecting distribution of flow.
(iii) Distribution manifold.
(6) Catalyst or Thermal Reactor System
(i) Catalytic converter.
(ii) Thermal reactor.
(iii) Exhaust manifold.
(7) Particulate Controls
(i) Traps, filters, precipitators, and any other device used to capture particulate
emissions.
(8) Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems
(i) Electronic controls.
(ii) Vacuum, temperature, and time sensitive valves and switches.
(iii) Hoses, belts, connectors, and assemblies.
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., will furnish with each new engine written
instructions for its maintenance and use by the owner.
The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emissions Compliance label
indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to
meet Federal emission requirements. Category C=50 hours, B=125 hours, and
A=300 hours.
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WARRANTY
THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER
Congratulations! You have made an investment toward protecting the environment. In order to maintain this product’s
original emission level, please refer to the maintenance section below.
EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND WARRANTED PARTS LIST
Emissions Parts Inspect Before Clean Every Replace Clean Every Replace Every
Each Use 5 Hours Every 25 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours
or Yearly or Yearly
CATALYTIC MUFFLER ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................... X
AIR FILTER ASSY
includes:
Filter Screen ..................................................... X
SPARK SCREEN ................................................................................................................................................X
CARBURETOR ASSY
includes:
Heat Dam ........................ X
Gaskets ........................... X
FUEL TANK ASSY
includes:
Fuel Lines ........................ X
Fuel Cap .......................... X
Fuel Filter
IGNITION ASSY
includes:
Spark Plug ........................................................................................ X
ALL EMISSIONS-RELATED PARTS ARE WARRANTED FOR TWO YEARS OR FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME PRIOR TO
THE PARTS FIRST SCHEDULED REPLACEMENT WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.
cAll uS FirST
For any questions about operating or maintaining your product,
call the Ryobi® Help Line!
Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure
your complete satisfaction.
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
BLOWER/VACUUM
RY08554/RY09907
(ALL VERSIONS)
WARNING:
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
• PARTS AND SERVICE
Prior to requesting service or purchasing replacement parts, please obtain your model
and serial number from the product data plate.
• MODEL NUMBER
• SERIAL NUMBER
RY08554/RY09907
• HOW TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS:
Replacement parts can be purchased online at www.ryobitools.com or by calling
1-800-860-4050. Replacement parts can also be obtained at one of our Authorized
Service Centers.
• HOW TO LOCATE AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER:
Authorized Service Centers can be located online at www.ryobitools.com or by calling
1-800-860-4050.
• HOW TO OBTAIN CUSTOMER OR TECHNICAL SUPPORT:
To obtain Customer or Technical Support please contact us at 1-800-860-4050.
® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license.
Ryobi
987000-308
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TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC.
1428 Pearman Dairy Road
Anderson, SC 29625
Phone 1-800-860-4050
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