Ryobi RY40404VNM Manual Del Operador página 9

NOTE: Check all locking connections after initial run to
ensure they are tightly secured.
CAUTION:
Make all adjustments to the harness straps before starting
the blower to avoid the possibility of injury.
ADJUSTING HARNESS
See Figure 5.
Straps should be adjusted to a comfortable position before
starting the blower.
To adjust harness strap assembly:
 Blower should be in operating position before adjusting
the harness straps. Slip arm through harness strap and
onto shoulder, then repeat for the other shoulder.
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 eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The
use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
ASSEMBLY
 Grasp the lower adjustment strap and tighten (pull down
on strap) until the backpack blower rests comfortably
against the small of the back.
 Next, grasp the upper adjustment straps and tighten (pull
down on strap) until the backpack blower fits comfortably
on the shoulders.
 Once the blower feels comfortable, secure the chest strap.
ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE CONTROL
HANDLE
See Figure 6.
 Loosen locking screw by turning counterclockwise.
 Move the throttle control handle to the desired position,
then secure the locking screw by turning clockwise.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Verify that all guards and tubes are in place prior to use.
If the blower is dropped, stop blower and verify that
no damage has occurred. If any guard, part, or tube is
damaged or missing, do not use blower until it has been
repaired or replaced by a qualified service center. Use of
blower with damaged or missing guards, parts, or tubes
can result in serious personal injury or further damage
to the blower.
NOTICE:
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are
replaced. Please contact customer service or a qualified
service center for assistance.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
 Clear leaves and other debris from your lawn
 Keeping decks and driveways free from grass clippings,
leaves, pine needles, and other debris
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