Ryobi R18TB User manual

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Workshop Blower
R18TB

Important!
This appliance is not intended to be used or cleaned by persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given
instructions concerning the safe use of the appliance by a person
legally responsible for their safety. They should be supervised
whilst using the appliance.
Children shall not use, clean or play with this appliance, which
when not in use should be secured out of their reach.

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Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your blower.
INTENDED USE
The blower is intended to be used only by adults who
have read and understood the instructions and warnings
in this manual, and can be considered responsible for their
actions.
The product can be used for quick and easy clean up of
sawdust, debris, leaves and dirt.
Do not use the product in any way other than those stated
for intended use.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool’’ in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
■Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
■Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
■Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
■Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
■Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
■Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
■Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
■When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
■If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
■Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
■Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
■Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking up
or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your
nger on the switch or energising power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
■Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
■Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
■Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
■If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
■Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate
for which it was designed.
■Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
■Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or the battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories
or storing power tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
■Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.
■Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the

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power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
■Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
■Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc, in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
5) BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
■Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one
type of battery pack may create a risk of re when
used with another battery pack.
■Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and re.
■When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects
that can make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the battery terminals together
may cause burns or a re.
■Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
or burns.
6) SERVICE
■Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
BLOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
■Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions to reduce
the risk of injury associated with the inhalation of dust.
■Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people
or pets.
■Never place objects inside the blower tubes.
■Do not operate the product near open windows, etc.
■Slightly dampen surfaces in dusty conditions.
■Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream
can work close to the ground.
■Do not place blower on top of or near loose debris.
Debris may be sucked into intake vent resulting in
possible damage to the product.
■Do not operate the product with defective guard or
enclosure or shields.
■Always be sure of the footing on slopes and to walk,
never run.
■Do not touch moving hazardous parts before the
product is disconnected from the mains and the moving
hazardous parts have come to a complete stop.
■Always wear substantial footwear and long trousers
while operating the product.
■If the product is dropped, suffers heavy impact or
begins to vibrate abnormally, immediately stop the
product and inspect for damage or identify the cause of
the vibration. Any damage should be properly repaired
or replaced by an authorised service centre.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local and national
provisions and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling
when transporting batteries by a third party. Ensure that
no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps
or tape. Do not transport batteries that are cracked or
leaking. Check with the forwarding company for further
advice.
RESIDUAL RISK
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise in use and the
operator should pay special attention to avoid the following:
■Injury caused by vibration. Always use the right tool for
the job, use designated handles and restrict working
time and exposure.
■Exposure to noise can cause hearing injury. Wear ear
protection and limit exposure.
■Injury from flying objects from the blow tube airflow.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 3.
1. Lower tube
2. Speed selector
3. Trigger
4. Battery port
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
The product should never be connected to a power
supply when assembling parts, making adjustments,
cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the product
is not in use. Disconnecting the product will prevent
accidental starting that could cause serious injury.
■When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
■Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to various types of commercial
solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean
cloths to remove dirt and carbon dust.
■Do not, at any time, let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can
damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.
■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.

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■For greater safety and reliability, all repairs should be
performed by an authorised service centre.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in the product are lubricated with a
sufcient amount of high grade lubricant for the life span of
the product under normal operating conditions. Therefore,
no further lubrication is required.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Recycle raw materials instead of disposing
of as waste. The machine, accessories, and
packaging should be sorted for environment-
friendly recycling.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Read and understand all instructions
before operating the product, follow all
warnings and safety instructions.
No-load speed
VVolts
Direct current
min-1 Revolutions or reciprocations per
minute
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
Product meets applicable regulatory
requirements.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Wear a suitable dust protection mask
Do not expose to rain or damp
condition.
Beware of thrown or ying objects.
Keep all bystanders at least 15 m
away.
Waste electrical products should not
be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your local authority or
retailer for recycling advice.
SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL
Note
The following signal words and meanings are intended to
explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
Without safety alert symbol
Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.
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BATTERY AND CHARGER
Model Compatible battery
pack (not included)
Compatible charger
(not included)
Lithium-Ion
RB18L13
RB18L15
RB18L20
RB18L25
RB18L26
RB18L40
RB18L50
BCS618G
BCL14181H
BCL14183H
BCL1418IV*
RC18150U
*for vehicles with 12V DC outlets
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Workshop blower
Model R18TB
Voltage 18 V
Rated current 16A
Air velocity
Speed 1 115 km/h
Speed 2 150 km/h
Speed 3 200 km/h
Air pressure
Speed 1 0.64 bar/kPa/PSI
Speed 2 1.0 bar/kPa/PSI
Speed 3 1.96 bar/kPa/PSI
Air volume
Speed 1 1.8 m3/min
Speed 2 2.2 m3/min
Speed 3 2.9 m3/min
No load speed
Speed 1 11600 min-1
Speed 2 13200 min-1
Speed 3 18700 min-1
Overall length including nozzle 502 mm
Runtime on 5.0ah battery(speed 1) 70 minutes
Runtime on 5.0ah battery(speed 2) 40 minutes
Runtime on 5.0ah battery(speed 3) 16 minutes
Weight - not including battery pack 1.15 kg

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Techtronic Industries (Australia) Pty. Ltd.
31 Gilby Road,
Mount Waverley VIC 3149,
Australia
Techtronic Industries New Zealand Ltd.
2 Landing Drive, Mangere,
Auckland, New Zealand 2022
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