Makita RBL500 User manual
BLOWER
MODEL
RBL500
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
WARNING;
To
reduce
the
risk
of
injury,
user
must
read
and
understand
the
instruction
manual
before
using
the
blower.
Manufacturer
reserves
the
right
to
change
specifications
without
notice.
Specifications
may
differ
from
country
to
country.
Do
only
hand
over
the
Blower
together
with
this
manual.
Table
of
Contents
Page
Thank
you
very
much
for
selecting
the
MAKITA
blower.
We
are
pleased
to
be
able
to
offer
you
the
MAKITA
blower
which
is
the
result
of
a
long
development
programme
and
many
ears
of
knowledge
and
experience.
The
blower
models
RBL500
combines
the
advantages
of
state-of-the-art
technology
with
ergonomic
design,
they
are
compact
and
represent
professional
equipment
for
a
great
variety
of
applications.
For
your
safety
and
best
tool
performance,
be
sure
to
read,
understand
and
follow
all
the
safety
and
operating
procedures
listed
in
the
instruction
manual
before
operation.
Symbols.
2
Safety
instructions.
3
_5
Specification.6
Designation
of
parts.6
Assembly
instructions.
7
Fuels/Refuelling.g
Blower
operation.g
Adjusting
carburetor.
9
Maintenance.10-11
Storage.
^
SYMBOLS
It
is
very
important
to
understand
the
following
symbols
when
reading
this
instructions
manual.
WARNING/DANGER
Read,
Understand
and
Follow
Instruction
Manual
Forbidden
No
Smoking
No
Open
Flame
Protective
Gloves
must
be
Worn
Keep
the
Area
of
Operation
Clear
of
All
Persons
and
Pets
Wear
Eye
and
Ear
Protection
Fuel
and
Oil
Mixture
Engine-manual
Start
Emergency
Stop
First
Aid
Recycling
ON/START
o
OFF/STOP
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
-
To
ensure
correct
and
safe
operation,
the
user
must
read,
under¬
stand
and
follow
this
instruction
manual
to
assure
familiarity
with
the
handling
of
the
blower
(1).
Users
insufficiently
informed
will
risk
danger
to
themselves
as
well
as
others
due
to
improper
handling.
-
It
is
recommended
only
to
loan
the
blower
to
people
who
have
proven
to
be
experienced
with
blowers.
Always
hand
over
the
instruction
manual.
-
First-time
users
should
ask
the
dealer
for
basic
instructions
to
familiarize
oneself
with
the
handling
of
a
blower.
-
Children
and
young
persons
aged
under
18
years
must
not
be
allowed
to
operate
the
blower.
Persons
over
the
age
of
16
years
may
however
use
the
tool
for
the
purpose
of
being
trained
only
while
under
the
direct
supervision
of
a
qualified
trainer.
-
Use
blowers
with
the
utmost
care
and
attention.
-
Operate
the
blower
only
if
you
are
in
good
physical
condition.
Perform
all
work
conscientiously
and
carefully.
The
user
has
to
except
responsibility
for
others.
-
Never
use
the
blower
while
under
the
influence
of
alcohol
or
drugs(2).
-
Do
not
use
the
blower
when
you
are
tired.
-
Save
these
instructions
for
future
referral.
PERSONAL
PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT
-
The
clothing
worn
should
be
functional
and
appropriate,
i.
e.
it
should
be
tight-fitting
but
not
cause
a
hinderance.
Do
not
wear
jewelry,
clothing
or
long
hair
which
could
be
drawn
into
the
air
intake.
-
In
order
to
avoid
head-,
eye-,
hand-
or
foot
injuries
as
well
as
to
protect
you
hearing
the
following
protective
equipment
and
protective
clothing
must
be
used
during
operation
of
the
blower.
PAY
PARTICULAR
ATTENTION
TO
THE
FOLLOWING
REGULATIONS:
-
Clothing
must
be
sturdy
and
snug-fitting,
but
allow
complete
freedom
of
movement.
Avoid
loose-fitting
jackets,
flared
or
cuffed
pants,
scarts,
neck
chains,
unconfined
long
hair
or
anything
that
could
be
drawn
into
the
air
intake.
Wear
overalls
or
long
pants
to
protect
your
legs.
Do
not
wear
shorts.
(4)
-
Blower
noise
may
damage
your
hearing.
Wear
hearing
protection.
Continual
and
regular
users
should
have
their
hearing
checked
regulary.
(3)
-
Use
of
gloves
when
working
with
the
blower
is
recommended.
Good
footing
is
most
important.
Wear
sturdy
shoes
with
nonsrip
soles.
(4)
-
Proper
eye
protection
is
a
must.
Even
though
the
discharge
is
directed
away
from
the
operator,
ricochets
and
bouncebacks
can
occur
during
blower
operations.
(3)
-
Never
operate
a
blower
unless
wearing
goggles
or
properly
fitted
safety
glasses
with
adequate
top
and
side
protection
which
comply
with
ANSI
Z
87.
1
(or
your
applicable
national
standard).
-
To
reduce
the
risk
of
injury
associated
with
the
inhalation
of
dusty,
use
a
face
filter
mask
(3)
in
dusty
conditions.
(
1
)
(
2
)
STARTING
UP
THE
BLOWER
-
Please
make
sure
that
there
are
no
children
or
other
people
within
a
working
range
of
SOfeet
or
15
meters
(5),
also
pay
attention
to
any
animals
in
the
working
vicinity.
-
Before
operating,
always
check
that
the
blower
is
safe
for
operation:
Check
the
security
of
the
throttle
lever.
The
throttle
lever
should
be
checked
for
smooth
and
easy
action.
Check
for
proper
functioning
of
the
throttle
lever
lock.
Check
for
clean
and
dry
handles
and
test
the
function
of
the
STOP
switch.
Keep
handles
free
of
oil
and
fuel.
-
Before
operation,
check
and
follow
all
local
and
federal
regulations
on
backpack
blowers.
-
Only
start
the
blower
positioned
on
the
ground.
-
Do
not
start
it
on
the
back.
Start
the
blower
only
in
accordance
with
the
instructions.
Do
not
use
any
other
methods
for
starting
the
engine
(6)!
-
Use
the
blower
and
the
tools
supplied
only
for
applications
specified.
-
Start
the
blower
engine
only
after
the
entire
blawer
has
been
assembly
is
done.
Operation
of
the
blowers
is
permitted
only
after
all
the
appropriate
accessories
are
attached!
-
To
reduce
the
risk
of
injuries
associated
with
contacting
rotating
parts,
stop
the
engine
before
installing
or
removing
attachments.
Do
not
aperate
without
guard(s)
in
place.
-
The
engine
is
to
be
stopped
immediately
if
there
are
any
engine
problems.
-
When
working
with
the
blower,
always
wrap
your
fingers
tightly
around
the
handle,
keeping
the
control
handle
cradled
between
your
thumb
and
forefinger.
Keep
your
hand
in
this
position
to
have
your
machine
under
control
at
all
times.
Make
sure
your
control
handle
is
in
good
condition
and
free
of
moisture,
pitch,
oil
or
grease.
Always
ensure
a
safe,
well-balanced
footing.
-
Operate
the
blower
in
such
a
manner
as
to
avoid
inhalation
of
the
exhaust
gases.
Never
run
the
engine
in
enclosed
rooms
(risk
of
suffocation
and
gas
poisoning).
Carbon
monoxide
is
an
odorless
gas.
Always
ensure
there
is
adequate
ventilation.
-
Stop
the
engine
when
resting
and
when
leaving
the
blower
unattended.
Place
it
in
a
safe
location
to
prevent
danger
to
others,
setting
fire
to
combustible
materials,
or
damage
to
the
machine.
-
Never
lay
down
the
hot
blower
onto
dry
grass
or
onto
any
combustible
materials.
-
Never
operate
the
engine
with
a
faulty
exhaust
muffler.
-
Stop
the
engine
during
transport
(7).
-
Put
the
blower
in
upright
position
and
fix
it
during
car
or
truck
transportation
to
avoid.
-
When
transporting
the
blower,
ensure
that
the
fuel
tank
is
completely
empty
to
avoid
fuel
leakage.
-
Do
not
sit
on
the
blower
or
throw
it
around.
REFUELLING
-
To
reduce
the
risk
of
fire
and
burn
injury;
handle
fuel
with
care.
It
is
highly
flammable.
-
Stop
the
engine
during
refuelling
(7),
Keep
well
away
from
open
flame
(8)
and
do
not
smoke.
-
Avoid
skin
contact
with
petroleum
products.
Do
not
inhale
fuel
vapor.
Always
wear
protective
gloves
during
refuelling
Change
and
clean
protective
clothing
at
regular
intervals.
-
Take
care
not
to
spill
either
fuel
or
oil,
Always
wipe
unit
dry
before
starting
engine.
Allow
wet
cloths
to
dry
before
disposing
in
proper,
covered
container
to
prevent
spontaneous
combustion.
-
Avoid
any
fuel
contact
with
your
clothing.
Change
your
clothing
immediately
if
fuel
has
been
spilled
on
it
(danger
hazard).
-
Inspect
the
fuel
cap
at
regular
intervals
making
sure
that
it
stays
securely
fastened.
-
Carefully
tighten
the
locking
screw
of
the
fuel
tank.
Move
at
least
10ft
(3
meters)
away
from
the
refuelling
point
before
starting
engine
(9)
.
-
Never
refuel
in
closed
rooms.
Fuel
vapors
accumulate
at
ground
level
(risk
of
explosions).
-
Only
transport
and
store
fuel
in
approved
containers.
Make
sure
stored
fuel
is
not
accessible
to
children.
-
Do
not
attempt
to
refuel
a
hot
or
a
running
engine.
-
When
mixing
gasoline
with
two-stroke
engine
oil,
use
only
gasoline
which
contains
no
ethanol
or
methanol
(types
of
alcohol).
This
will
help
to
prevent
damage
to
fuel
lines
and
other
engine
parts.
-
Make
sure
the
unit
is
properly
assembled
and
in
good
operating
condition.
4
METHOD
OF
OPERATION
-
Use
the
blower
only
in
good
light
and
visibility.
During
cold
seasons
beware
of
slippery
or
wet
areas,
ice
and
snow
(risk
of
slipping).
Always
ensure
a
safe
footing.
-
Never
work
on
unstable
surfaces
or
steep
terrain.
-
Do
not
allow
bystanders
in
work
area,
much
less
direct
the
air
flow
or
blow
debris
toward
another
person
or
pet.
-
Never
insert
any
foreign
object
into
the
air
intake
of
the
machine
or
into
the
nozzle
of
the
blower.
It
will
damage
the
fan
wheel
and
may
cause
serious
injury
to
the
operator
or
bystanders
as
a
result
of
the
object
or
broken
parts
being
thrown
out
at
high
speed.
-
Pay
attention
to
the
direction
of
the
wind,
i.e.,
do
not
work
against
the
wind.
-
To
reduce
the
risk
of
stumbling
and
loss
of
control,
do
not
walk
backward
while
operating
the
machine.
-
Always
stop
the
engine
before
cleaning
or
servicing
the
unit
or
replacing
parts.
-
Operate
power
equipment
only
at
reasonable
hours
not
early
in
the
morning
or
late
at
night
when
people
might
be
disturbed.
Comply
with
times
listed
in
local
ordinances.
Usual
recommendations
are
9:00
a.m.
to
5:00
p.m.
Monday
through
Saturday.
-
Use
only
one
piece
of
power
equipment
at
a
time,
when
possible.
-
operate
power
blowers
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
surface
or
mister
attachment
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.
-
Watch
out
for
children,
pets,
open
windows
or
freshly
washed
cars,
and
blow
debris
safely
away.
-
Use
full
blower
nozzle
extension
so
the
air
stream
can
work
close
to
the
ground.
-
After
using
blowers
and
other
equipment,
CLEAN
UP!
Dispose
of
debris
in
trash
receptacles.
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
-
Be
kind
to
the
environment.
Operate
the
blower
with
as
little
noise
and
pollution
as
possible.
In
particular
check
the
correct
adjustment
of
the
carburetor.
-
Clean
the
blower
at
regular
intervals
and
check
that
all
screws
and
nuts
are
securely
tightened.
-
Never
service
or
store
the
blower
in
the
vicinity
of
open
flames,
sparks,
etc.
(11).
-
Always
store
the
blower
in
a
well-ventilated
locked
room
and
with
an
emptied
fuel
tank.
Observe
and
follow
all
relevant
accident
prevention
instructions
issued
by
the
trade
associations
safety
boad
and
by
insurance
companies.
Do
not
perform
any
modifications
to
the
blower
as
this
will
risk
your
safety.
The
performance
of
maintenance
or
repair
work
by
the
user
is
limited
to
those
activities
as
described
in
this
instruction
manual.
All
other
work
is
to
be
done
by
MAKITA
authorized
or
factory
service
centers.
Use
only
genuine
spare
parts
and
accessories
supplied
by
MAKITA.
Use
of
non-approved
accessories
and
tools
means
increased
risk
of
accidents
and
injuries.
MAKITA
will
not
accept
any
liability
for
accidents
or
damage
caused
by
the
use
of
any
non-approved
accessories.
FIRST
AID
In
case
of
accident
make
sure
that
a
well-stocked
first-aid
kit,
is
available
in
the
vicinity
of
the
cutting
operations.
Immediately
replace
any
item
taken
from
the
first
aid
kit.
When
asking
for
help,
please
give
the
following
information:
-
Place
of
accident
-
What
happened
-
Number
of
injured
persons
-
Extent
of
injuries
-
Your
name
PACKAGING
The
MAKITA
blower
is
delivered
in
a
protective
cardboard
box
to
prevent
shipping
damage.
Cardboard
is
a
basic
raw
material
and
is
therefore
consequently
reusable
or
suitable
for
recycling
(waste
paper
recycling).
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