Starting And Stopping; Operating The Blower - Ryobi RY38BP Manuel D'utilisation

 Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before start-
ing the product.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine after first use.
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks, which are a fire hazard. Failure
to do so could result in a fire that could cause serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never remove fuel
cap or add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine.
Make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level surface and
only add fuel outdoors. If the engine is hot, let the unit cool
for at least five minutes before adding fuel. After fueling,
immediately replace fuel cap and tighten securely. Move
at least 30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do
not smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks!
Failure to follow these instructions could result in a fire
and cause serious personal injury.

STARTING AND STOPPING

See Figures 7 - 11.
Blower should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.
 Set the cruise control lever to the START/QUIET position.
 Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
NOTE: After the 10th press, fuel should be visible in the
primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer until
you see fuel in the bulb.
 Set the choke lever to the START position.
 Grasp the handle with your left hand, place your foot on the
footrest as shown, and pull starter grip and rope sharply
until engine attempts to run. Do not pull the starter grip
and rope more than five (5) times.
 Set the choke lever to the RUN position.
 Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs. Do not
pull the starter grip and rope more than six (6) times.
NOTE: If the engine does not start, return to the START/
QUIET position and repeat the steps that follow.
 Allow the engine to run for 20 seconds before using the
blower.
TO STOP THE ENGINE:
 To stop the engine, depress the STOP switch.
HOT RESTART OF THE ENGINE:
 Set the choke lever to the RUN position.
 Set the cruise control lever to the START/QUIET position.
 Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs.
OPERATION
IF ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED STARTING THIS PRODUCT:
Do not return this product to the retail store where it was
purchased. Please call our Customer Service Department
for any issues you may have.
For Help Call: 1-800-860-4050.

OPERATING THE BLOWER

See Figure 12.
WARNING:
Engine housing can become hot during operation. Do
not touch or place any part of your body or clothing on
the engine housing, vents surrounding the muffler, or
exhaust port when starting, operating, or transporting
the blower. Stop and allow the engine to cool down for
at least 15 minutes prior to storing the blower and do
not allow blower to contact combustible materials when
storing. Contact with the engine housing, muffler vents,
or exhaust gases could result in serious burns and/or
ignite combustible materials.
NOTICE:
Always operate your product in compliance with all ap-
plicable laws and ordinances.
 Check your equipment before operation, especially the
muffler, air intakes, and air filters.
 Slip arm through harness strap and onto shoulder, then
repeat for the other shoulder. Adjust the straps to a com-
fortable position. Refer to Adjusting Harness Straps
earlier in this manual. Remove unit for starting.
 Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier
in this manual.
 Put on the blower again. The unit should be operated on
the operator's right side as shown.
 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.
 Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to
do the job.
 Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water
is available.
 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.
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