Cleaning The Exhaust Port, Muffler, And Spark Arrestor - Ryobi RBL26BP Manual De Utilización

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.
■ 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 physician.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused or aggravated by prolonged use
of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.
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 qualifi ed service
technician. For service, bring the product to an
authorised service centre. When servicing, use only
original replacement parts.
■ Stop the engine, allow the product to cool down, and
make sure all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect the spark plug boot before conducting
any maintenance or cleaning work.
■ You may make adjustments and repairs described in
this manual. For other repairs, contact an authorised
service centre.
■ 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.
English (Original instructions)
CLEARING A BLOCKAGE
■ If the blower looses power or if the engine speed
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
See Fig. 6.
A wet or dirty air fi lter causes starting diffi culty, loss of
performance, and shorten the life span of the engine. The
air fi lter should be checked and cleaned after 5 hours of
operation. Inspect and clean more frequently if used in
dusty dirty conditions.
For best performance, the air fi lter should be replaced
yearly.
To clean the air filter:
■ Press the air filter cover tab to open the air filter cover.
■ Remove the cover.
■ Lift the edge of the air filter carefully and peel it out.
■ Wash the air filter with warm, soapy water.
■ Rinse and squeeze to dry.
■ To reinstall the air filter cover, insert the tabs into the
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, muffl er, and/or spark arrestor
screen may become blocked with carbon deposits.
If you notice a power loss with your petrol-powered
product, you may need to remove these deposits to
restore performance. We highly recommend that only
qualifi ed 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.
To avoid a fi re hazard, never run the blower without the
spark arrestor in place.
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increases unexpectedly, there may be a blockage at
the intake. Clearing the blockage requires a removal
of the engine from the backpack. Bring the product to
an authorised service centre for inspection.
notches and lock into place.
NOTE: Make sure the filter is seated properly inside
the cover. Installing the filter incorrectly will allow dirt to
enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
WARNING