Ryobi Rbl26g User manual

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

Petrol Blower

RBL26G

Important!

It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling,

operating, and maintaining the product.

Subject to technical modification.

Safety, performance, and dependability have

been given top priority in the design of your

blower.

INTENDED USE

The blower is only intended for use outdoors

in dry and well-illuminated conditions.

The product is not intended to be used by

children or persons with reduced physical,

mental, or sensory capabilities.

The product is designed for blowing light

debris, such as leaves, grass, and other

garden refuse.

When used with the vacuum kit, it is intended

to vacuum and mulch debris and deposit it

into the collection bag. The RAC3010 vacuum

kit is sold separately.

The product is not designed to suck in water

or other liquids.

Do not use the product for any other purpose.

GENERAL 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.

WARNING

Never allow children or people unfamiliar

with these instructions to use the product.

Local regulations may restrict the age of the

operator.

■Some regions have regulations that restrict

the use of the product. Check with your

local authority for advice.

■Do not allow children or untrained

individuals to use the product.

■Ensure before each use that all controls

and safety devices function correctly. Do

not use the product if the off switch does

not stop the engine.

■Never start or run the engine in a closed or

poorly ventilated area; breathing exhaust

fumes can kill.

■Clear the work area before each use.

Remove all objects such as rocks, broken

glass, nails, wire, or string that can be

blown a considerable distance by high

velocity air. Wear hearing protection at

all times while operating the product. The

product is noisy, and permanent hearing

injury may result if precautions to limit your

exposure, reduce noise, and wear hearing

protection are not strictly adhered to.

■Wear full eye protection at all times while

operating the product. The manufacturer

strongly suggests a full face mask or fully

enclosed goggles. Normal spectacles or

sunglasses are not adequate protection.

Objects can be thrown at high speed by

the powerful air jet at any time and may

rebound from hard surfaces toward the

operator.

■While operating the product, always wear

substantial footwear and long trousers.

Do not operate the product when barefoot

or wearing open sandals. Avoid wearing

clothing with loose fitting or that has

hanging cords or ties.

■Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that

can be drawn into the air inlet. Secure long

hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent

entanglement in moving parts.

■Beware of thrown objects; keep all

bystanders, children, and pets at least 15

m away from the work area.

■Operate the product only at reasonable

hours – not early in the morning or late at

night when people might be disturbed.

■Use rakes or brooms to loosen debris

before operating the product.

■Never operate the product in an explosive

atmosphere.

■Never use the product when you are tired,

ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs,

or medicine.

■Before each use, ensure that all controls

and safety devices function correctly.

■Operate the product in a recommended

position and only on a firm and level

surface.

■Do not operate the product on a paved

or gravel surface where ejected material

could cause injury.

■Before each use, always inspect the

housing for damage. Ensure that guards

and handles are in place and properly

secured. Replace worn or damaged

components in sets to preserve balance.

Replace damaged or unreadable labels.

■Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.

■Never operate the product while people,

especially children, or pets are nearby.

■Avoid using the product in bad weather

conditions especially when there is a risk

of lightning.

■Do not operate in poor lighting. The

operator requires a clear view of the work

area to identify potential hazards.

■Operating similar tools nearby increases

both the risk of hearing injury and the

potential for other persons to enter your

working area.

■Always be sure of your footing on slopes.

Walk, never run.

■Keep proper footing and balance. Do not

overreach. Overreaching can result in loss

of balance.

■Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or

other unstable support. Stable footing on a

solid surface enables better control of the

blower in unexpected situations.

■Never use the product with defective

guards or shields, or without safety devices

in place.

■Do not modify the product in any way or

use parts and accessories that are not

recommended by the manufacturer.

WARNING

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.

■Do not touch the area around the silencer

or engine of the product. These parts get

hot during operation.

■Stop the engine and allow the product to

cool down before refuelling.

■For refuelling and fuel mixing, chose an

area that is well-ventilated, and is away

from ignition sources, such as sparks or

flames, and flammable materials.

■Remember to securely refit the fuel tank

filler cap. Do not smoke when mixing fuel

or filling the fuel tank.

■Mix and store fuel in a container approved

for fuel. Keep an appropriate type of fire

extinguisher nearby for dealing with fuel

fires.

■Remember to securely refit the fuel tank

cap before starting the engine.

■Wipe away any fuel spillage. Move 9 m

away from refuelling site before starting

engine.

■To reduce the risk of injury associated with

contacting rotating parts, always stop the

engine, and make sure all moving parts

have come to a complete stop before:

–leaving the product unattended

–clearing blockages or unclogging chute

–checking, cleaning, or working on the

product

–inspecting the product after striking a

foreign object

■Immediately stop the engine in an event

of accident or breakdown. Do not operate

the product again until it has been fully

checked by an authorised service centre.

■The product is not intended for frequent

use. It is for occasional use for general

applications, such as blowing leaves,

lawn clippings, etc. It is not intended for

prolonged use. Prolonged periods of

operation can cause circulatory problems

to your hands due to vibration. For use in

prolonged period, it is appropriate to use

the product with an anti-vibration feature.

BLOWER SAFETY WARNINGS

■Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions

to reduce the risk of injury associated with

the inhalation of dust.

■Slightly dampen surfaces in dusty

conditions.

■Do not use the product near open windows.

■Use the full blower nozzle extension so that

the air stream can work close to the ground

and perform effectively.

■Do not point the blower nozzle in the

direction of people or pets.

■Never place objects inside the blower

tubes.

■Do not place the product on top of or near

loose debris. Debris can be sucked into the

intake vent, resulting in possible damage

to the product.

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

■Stop the engine and allow the product to

cool down before storing or transporting.

■Clean all foreign material from the product.

■Drain all fuel from the tank into a container

approved for petrol. Remember to properly

replace and tighten the fuel cap.

■Run the engine until it stops. This will

remove all fuel that could become stale and

leave varnish and gum in the fuel system.

■Store the product in a cool, dry, and

well-ventilated place that is inaccessible

to children. Keep away from corrosive

agents, such as garden chemicals and de-

icing salts.

■Do not store outdoors.

■When transporting the product in a vehicle,

secure it against movement or falling to

prevent injury to persons or damage to the

product.

■Abide by all government and local

regulations for the safe storage and

handling of petrol.

Short term (less than 1 month)

■Stop the engine and allow the product to

cool down before storing or transporting.

■Clean all foreign material from the product.

■Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-

ventilated place that is inaccessible to

children.

■Keep away from corrosive agents such as

garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

■Do not store outdoors.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING

When servicing, use only identical parts.

Use of any other parts may create a hazard

or cause product damage.

WARNING

Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing

the product, shut off engine and wait for all

moving parts to stop. Failure to follow these

instructions can result in serious personal

injury or property damage.

WARNING

Do not at any time let brake uids, petrol,

petroleum-based products, penetrating

lubricants, etc., come in contact with plastic

parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or

destroy plastic, which can result in serious

personal injury.

■Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic

parts. Most plastics are susceptible to

damage from various types of commercial

solvents and may be damaged by their

use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust,

lubricant, grease, etc.

■You can make adjustments and repairs

described in this user manual. For other

repairs, have the product serviced by an

authorised service dealer.

■Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent

intervals for proper tightness to ensure the

product is in safe working condition. Any

part that is damaged should be properly

repaired or replaced by an authorised

service centre.

RESIDUAL RISKS

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.

■Hearing damage caused by exposure to

noise.

–Wear ear protection and limit exposure.

■Injury from flying objects from the blow tube

airflow

–Wear eye protection at all times.

RISK REDUCTION

It has been reported that vibrations

from handheld tools may contribute to a

condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome in

certain individuals. Symptoms may include

tingling, numbness, and blanching of the

ngers, usually apparent upon exposure to

cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to cold

and dampness, diet, smoking and work

practices are all thought to contribute to the

development of these symptoms. There are

measures 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. It is

reported that cold weather is a major factor

contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.

■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.

FEATURES

KNOW YOUR BLOWER

See page 15.

The safe use of the product requires an

understanding of the information on the

product and in this operator’s manual as well

as knowledge of the project you are attempting

to do. Before use of the product, familiarise

yourself with all operating features and safety

rules.

BLOWER TUBE AND NOZZLES

The blower tube can be assembled and

installed on the main housing using no tools.

CRUISE CONTROL

The cruise control feature allows the user to

operate the blower without holding the throttle

trigger. To slow the engine, simply push the

cruise control lever forward.

HIGH VELOCITY NOZZLE WITH WET LEAF

SCRAPER

The high velocity nozzle is great for wet sticky

leaves. It allows you to scrape wet leaves or

debris while operating the blower.

SWEEPER NOZZLE

The sweeper nozzle allows for more area

to be covered during blower operation. Use

the sweeper nozzle for everyday blowing

operation.

ENGINE

The blower has a powerful 26 cc engine with

sufcient power to handle tough blowing.

THROTTLE TRIGGER

The blower can be operated at any speed

between idle and full throttle.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

The product requires assembly.

■Carefully remove the product and any

accessories from the box. Make sure that

all items listed in the “What’s in the Box”

section are included.

■Carefully inspect the product to make sure

no breakage or damage occurred during

shipping.

■Do not discard the packing material

until you have carefully inspected and

satisfactorily operated the product.

■If any parts are damaged or missing,

please call your RYOBI service centre for

assistance.

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

See page 14.

■Blower x 1

■Upper blower tube x 1

■High velocity nozzle x 1

■Sweeper nozzle x 1

■2-Stroke engine lubricant x 1

■Operator’s manual x 1

■Combination wrench x 1

WARNING

Do not use the product if any parts in the

“What’s in the Box” section are already

assembled when you rst open the box.

The parts in the list are not assembled by

the manufacturer and require customer

installation. Use of a product that may have

been improperly assembled could result in

serious personal injury.

WARNING

If any parts are damaged or missing, do

not operate the product until the parts are

replaced. Use of the product with damaged

or missing parts could result in serious

personal injury.

WARNING

Do not attempt to modify the product or

create accessories not recommended for

use with the product. Any such alteration

or modication is misuse and could result

in a hazardous condition leading to possible

serious personal injury.

WARNING

To prevent accidental starting that could

cause serious personal injury, always

disconnect the engine spark plug wire from

the spark plug when assembling parts.

OPERATION

WARNING

Do not allow familiarity with tools to make

you careless. Remember that a careless

fraction of a second is sufcient to inict

serious injury.

WARNING

Always wear eye protection with side

shields marked to comply with standards,

along with hearing protection. Failure to do

so could result in serious injuries such as

objects being thrown into your eyes.

FUELLING AND REFUELLING

See page 16 (step 2).

MIXING THE FUEL

The product is powered by a 2-stroke engine

and requires premixing petrol and 2-stroke oil.

The mixture should be at a 50:1 ratio.

NOTE: We recommend you use synthetic

2-stroke lubricant. Only use a quality synthetic

2-stroke lubricant in the product to ensure top

performance and engine longevity.

NOTE: If using similar containers for different

fuels, label the container with its contents and

the date it was added.

TO MIX THE FUEL:

■Pre-mix unleaded petrol and 2-stroke

engine lubricant in a clean container

approved for petrol.

■The engine of the product is certified to

operate on unleaded petrol intended for

automotive use with an octane rating of 91

or higher.

■Do not use any type of pre-mixed petrol/

lubricant from fuel service stations; this

includes the pre-mixed petrol/lubricant

intended for use in mopeds, motorcycles,

etc.

■Avoid using ethanol fuels or fuels

containing ethanol. The use of ethanol

fuels may result in damage to the engine

of the product.

■Use only synthetic 2-stroke lubricant. Do

not use automotive lubricant or 2-stroke

outboard lubricant.

■Mix 2% synthetic 2-stroke lubricant into the

petrol. This is a 50:1 ratio.

■Mix the fuel thoroughly and also each time

before fuelling.

■Mix in small quantities. Do not mix quantities

larger than usable in a 30-day period. A

synthetic 2-stroke lubricant containing a

fuel stabiliser is recommended.

1 L + 20 mL =

2 L + 40 mL =

3 L + 60 mL = 50:1 (2%)

4 L + 80 mL =

5 L + 100 mL =

FILLING THE TANK

See page 17 (step 4).

WARNING

Petrol is extremely ammable and explosive.

A re or explosion from petrol will burn you

and others. Always shut off engine before

fuelling. Never add fuel to a machine with

a running or hot engine. Move at least 9 m

from refuelling site before starting engine.

Do not smoke. Stay away from open ames

and sparks. Failure to safely handle fuel

could result in serious personal injury.

■Clean the surface around the fuel cap to

prevent contamination.

■Wipe spilled fuel from the product.

■Move at least 9 m away from refuelling

area before starting the product.

NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from

a new engine during rst use.

WARNING

Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap

is a re hazard and must be replaced

immediately. If you nd any leaks, correct

the problem before using the product.

Failure to do so could result in a re that

could cause serious personal injury.

USING THE BLOWER

See page 21.

■Check your equipment before operation,

especially the muffler, air intakes, and air

filters.

■Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris

before blowing.

WARNING

Never run the product without the blower

tubes installed. Failure to follow these steps

could result in possible serious injuries.

WARNING

Always wear eye protection with side

shields marked to comply with standards,

along with hearing protection. Failure to

do so could result in objects being thrown

into your eyes and other possible serious

injuries.

WARNING

Always hold the blower away from your

body with the handle in your right hand when

operating as a blower, keeping clearance

between your body and the product. The

mufer side of the blower should be away

from your body. Any contact with the

housing can result in burns and/or other

serious personal injury.

■To keep from scattering debris, blow

around the outer edges of a debris pile.

Never blow directly into the centre 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 with local

authorities.

■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.

■In dusty conditions, slightly dampen

surfaces when water is available.

■After using blowers or other equipment,

clean up. Dispose of debris properly.

■Use the sweeper nozzle for the everyday

blowing operation. This nozzle allows for

more area to be covered during the blowing

operation.

■The high velocity nozzle is specifically

designed for wet sticky leaves. It allows

you to scrape wet leaves or debris while

operating the blower.

WARNING

Do not place blower on top of or near loose

debris or gravel. Debris may be sucked

into blower intake vent resulting in possible

damage to the product and could result in

serious personal injury.

WARNING

Watch out for children, pets, open windows,

or freshly washed cars, and blow debris

safely away.

CLEANING THE AIR FILTER

See page 22.

A wet or dirty air lter causes starting difculty,

loss of performance, and shorten the life span

of the engine. The air 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 lter should be

replaced every 25 hours or yearly.

REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG

See page 24.

The product’s engine uses a Champion RCJ6Y

spark plug. Replace with a recommended

spark plug every 25 hours or annually.

CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT, MUF-

FLER, AND SPARK ARRESTOR

Depending on the type of fuel used, the type

and amount of lubricant used, and/or your

operating conditions, the exhaust port, muf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 qualied service technicians perform

this service.

The mufer must be replaced after 50

hours running or yearly to ensure proper

performance of your product.

WARNING

To avoid a re hazard, never run the blower

without the spark arrestor in place.

FUEL CAP

WARNING

A leaking fuel cap is a re hazard and must

be replaced immediately.

The fuel cap contains a sealing gasket and a

check valve to allow air in. A clogged check

valve will cause poor engine performance.

If performance improves when the fuel cap

is loosened, the check valve may be faulty.

Replace fuel cap if required.

When retting the fuel cap ensure it is not

cross-threaded, otherwise it will leak.

FUEL FILTER

The fuel supplied to the engine is passed

through a lter to remove any contaminants

from entering the engine. Contaminants in the

fuel can cause poor performance and damage

to the engine.

The fuel lter is a non-serviceable item and, if

needed, should be replaced by an authorised

service centre.

SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT

Safety alert

Please read the instructions

carefully before using the

product.

Wear eye protection.

Wear ear protection.

Warning! Hot surface.

Beware of thrown or ying

objects. Keep all bystanders,

especially children and pets,

at least 15 m away from the

operating area.

Do not run unit without tubes

in place.

Risk of long hair being drawn

into air inlet.

Risk of loose clothing being

drawn into air intake.

To reduce the risk of injury or

damage, avoid contact with

any hot surface.

Beware of rotating fans.

Keep hands and feet out of

openings while the product is

running.

Use unleaded petrol intended

for motor vehicle use with an

octane rating of 91 or higher.

Use 2-stroke oil for air cooled

engines.

Mix the fuel mix thoroughly

and also each time before

refuelling.

To stop the product, press the

switch to the “STOP” position.

Set throttle.

Press the primer bulb.

Pull the starter grip.

Run the engine at full throttle

for 10 seconds.

Full choke position.

Half choke position.

Run position.

Per ANSI B175.2

Blower mode: [79.8 dB(A)]

Vacuum mode:[79.2 dB(A)]

The bystander sound level is 79.8

dB(A) for blower mode, and 79.2 dB(A)

for vacuum mode per ANSI B175.2.

Regulatory Compliance

Mark (RCM). The product

meets applicable regulatory

requirements.

Take off blower tube from

housing.

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

Warning

Parts or accessories are sold

separately

The following signal words and meanings

are intended to explain the levels of risk

associated with the 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.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Possible cause Solution

Engine fails to start.

No fuel in the tank. Fill the tank.

The spark plug shorted or fouled. Replace the spark plug.

The spark plug is broken (cracked

porcelain or electrodes broken).

Replace the spark plug.

The spark plug wire is shorted, broken,

or disconnected from spark plug.

Contact an authorised service centre.

Ignition is inoperative. Contact an authorised service centre.

Engine ooded Remove spark plug, turn blower to aim

spark plug hole at the ground. Adjust

the choke lever to “RUN” position and

pull starter cord 10-15 times. This will

clear excess fuel from the engine.

Remove any fuel which is splashed

on the product. Clean and reinstall

spark plug. Clean up any spilled fuel

and move at least 9 m away before

restarting. Pull starter cord 3 times with

choke lever at “RUN” position. If engine

does not start, rotate choke lever to

“COLD START” position and repeat

normal starting procedure. If engine still

fails to start, repeat procedure with a

new spark plug.

Engine is hard to start.

Water in petrol or stale fuel mixture. Drain entire fuel system and rell with

fresh fuel.

Too much lubricant in fuel mixture. Drain and rell with correct mixture.

Engine is under or over choked. Adjust choke as necessary.

Weak spark at spark plug Contact an authorised service centre.

Engine lacks power. Dirty air lter Clean or replace the air lter.

Engine overheats. Insufcient lubricant in fuel mixture. Mix fuel as describe in the operation

section.

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

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x 1x 1

x 1

x 1x 1

x 1

RBL26G

Know your product

KNOW YOUR PRODUCT

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1014

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1. Switch

2. Throttle trigger

3. Upper handle

4. Air filter cover

5. Air filter securing knob

6. Spark plug boot

7. Primer bulb

8. Choke lever

9. Fuel cap

10. Sweeper nozzle

11. Starter grip

12. Combination wrench

13. Impeller cover door

14. High velocity nozzle with wet leaf scraper

15. Upper blower tube

16. Locking tab

17. Cruise control lever

GETTING STARTED

(50 : 1)

Wear full eye and ear protection, substantial footwear, and

long trousers at all times while operating the product. Do

not operate the product when barefoot or wearing open

sandals.

Pre-mix 2-stroke engine lubricant and unleaded petrol in a

clean container approved for petrol at a 50:1 ratio.

Pull the starter grip sharply until the engine attempts to

start. Do not pull the starter grip more than 4 times.

Set the choke lever to “HALF“ choke position.

GETTING STARTEDGETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED

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12 13 14

1010

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1. Align raised tabs on upper blower tube with the slots on blower housing outlet. 2. Attach and tighten securely by turning

clockwise until it clicks into place. 3. Attach desired nozzle to upper blower tube. 4. Tighten securely by turning clockwise

until it clicks into place.

1. Loosen the fuel cap slowly by turning it counterclockwise.

2. Remove the fuel cap. 3. Pour the fuel mixture carefully

into the tank. Replace and tighten the fuel cap.

Press the primer bulb 10 times or until fuel appears. Pull the cruise control lever back, towards the user. Set the choke lever to “FULL” choke position.

Pull the starter grip sharply until the engine starts. Do not

pull the starter grip more than 6 times.

When engine starts, wait and let it warm up for 10 seconds. Set the choke lever to “RUN” position. Hold the blower with the upper handle in your right hand.