Ryobi RBV1840 User manual

RBV1840
OBV1800
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Cordless Blower/
Vacuum

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
cordless blower/vacuum.
INTENDED USE
The cordless blower/vacuum 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 or
vacuuming light debris, such as leaves, grass,
and other garden refuse. It is intended to
vacuum and mulch debris and deposit it into
the collection bag.
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, persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge, or
people unfamiliar with these instructions
to use the product. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
TRAINING
■Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the correct use of the
product.
■Keep in mind that the operator or user
is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
■Never use the product when you are tired,
ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
or medicine.
PREPARATION
■Some regions have regulations that restrict
the use of the product to some operations.
Check with your local authority for advice.
■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.
■Before each use, ensure that all controls
and safety devices function correctly. Do
not use the product if the off switch does
not stop the product.
■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.
■Never operate the product while people,
especially children, or pets are nearby.
■Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
■Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris
before blowing.
■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.
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WARNING
Before using the product in vacuum mode,
you must assemble the upper and lower
vacuum tubes together. This is a one-time
operation only. Never operate the vacuum
with only the upper vacuum tube tted.
The risk of personal injury is signicantly
increased if you fail to follow this warning.
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 fire 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 fire
■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 pack terminals together may cause
burns or a fire.
■Under abusive conditions, liquid may
be ejected from the battery pack; avoid
contact. If contact accidentally occurs,
flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid
ejected from the battery pack may cause
irritation or burns.
■Do not use a battery pack or tool that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable
behaviour resulting in fire, explosion, or
risk of injury.
■Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire
or excessive temperatures. Exposure to
fire or excessive temperature above 130°C
may cause explosion.
■Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside
the temperature range specified in the
instructions. Charging improperly or at
temperatures outside the specified range
may damage the battery and increase the
risk of fire.
OPERATION
■Operate the product only at reasonable
hours – not early in the morning or late at
night when people might be disturbed.
■Never operate the product in an explosive
atmosphere.
■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.
■Keep bystanders, children and pets 15 m
away from the area of operation. Stop the
product if anyone enters the area.
■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 all parts of your body away from
any moving part. Rotating impeller blades
can cause severe injury. Stop the product
and ensure impeller blades have stopped
rotating before removing the tubes, opening
or removing debris bag.
■Keep proper footing and balance. Do not
overreach. Overreaching can result in loss
of balance.
■Never run the product without the proper
equipment attached, or without safety
devices, such as debris collector, 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.
■To reduce the risk of injury associated
with contacting rotating parts, always stop
the product and remove the battery pack.
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
–if the product starts to vibrate abnormally
(inspect immediately)
■Immediately switch off and remove the
battery pack in the event of accident or
breakdown. Do not operate the product
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again until it has been fully checked by an
authorised service centre.
■The product is provided with a cruise
control lever near the trigger. Cruise control
sets the speed at a convenient level to
provide enough power to achieve the task.
Low running speed will help reduce noise
and vibration. Cruise control helps reduce
operator fatigue.
■Press the turbo boost to increase air flow
to the maximum velocity. The turbo boost
will override the cruise control feature. The
blower will return to the previously selected
speed when the button is released.
WARNING
Your blower/vacuum may be supplied with
a harness. Carefully adjust the harness
to comfortably help to support the weight
of the product. Identify the quick release
mechanism and practice using it before you
start using the product. Its correct use may
prevent serious injury in the case of an
emergency. Never wear additional clothing
over the harness or otherwise restrict
access to the quick release mechanism.
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 product on top of or near
loose debris. Debris can be sucked into the
intake vent, resulting in possible damage
to the product.
VACUUM SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Never operate the vacuum with only the
upper vacuum tube fitted. Failure to follow
this warning increases the risk of personal
injury.
NOTE: Without the lower vacuum tube fitted,
it is much easier to reach up inside the tube
towards the fan blade.
■Do not operate the vacuum without the
debris collector bag assembly installed.
Flying debris could cause serious injury.
Make sure that the debris collector bag is
in good condition and completely closed
before operating the product.
■Move the vacuum from side to side along
the outer edge of the debris. To avoid
clogging, do not place the vacuum tube
directly into the debris pile.
■Hold the motor higher than the inlet end of
the vacuum tube.
■To avoid serious injury to the operator
or damage to the product, do not try to
vacuum up rocks, broken glass, bottles, or
similar objects.
■Avoid situations that could cause fire in
the debris collector bag. Do not operate
the product near an open flame. Do not
vacuum up warm ash from fireplaces and
barbecue pits. Do not vacuum up discarded
cigars or cigarettes unless the cinders are
completely cool.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY
WARNINGS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of re, personal injury,
and product damage due to a short circuit,
never immerse your tool, battery pack or
charger in uid or allow a uid to ow inside
them. Corrosive or conductive uids, such
as seawater, certain industrial chemicals,
and bleach or bleach-containing products,
etc., can cause a short circuit.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■Stop the product, remove the battery pack,
and allow it to cool down before storing or
transporting.
■Clean all foreign materials 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.
■For transportation in a vehicle, secure the
product against movement or falling to
prevent injury to persons or damage to the
product.
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TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery pack 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
battery packs that are cracked or leaking.
Check with the forwarding company for further
advice.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Use only original manufacturer’s
replacement parts, accessories, and
attachments. Failure to do so can cause
possible injury and poor performance, and
may void your warranty.
WARNING
Servicing requires extreme care and
knowledge and should be performed only by
a qualied service technician. For service,
bring the product to an authorised service
centre. When servicing, use only original
replacement parts.
■Do not make adjustments and repairs not
described in this manual. For other repairs,
contact an authorised service centre.
■After each use, clean the product with a
soft, dry cloth.
■Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at
frequent intervals for proper tightness to
ensure that the product is in safe working
condition. Any part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
■Bring the product to an authorised service
centre to replace damaged or unreadable
labels.
Clearing a blockage
■To reduce the risk of injury associated
with contacting rotating parts, always stop
the product, remove the battery pack, and
make sure all moving parts have come to a
complete stop.
■Remove the tubes to inspect for blockage.
Clear the tubes if required.
■Remove the debris collector bag. Check
that the bag adaptor is free from obstruction.
■Inspect the opening to the fan enclosure
and the tube to the debris bag for evidence
of a blockage. Remember, even though
the battery pack is removed, the fan or
mulching blades may move as you clear
any blockage. Keep fingers away from the
fan or mulching blades at all times.
■Do not attempt to remove the fan or
mulching blade. If it is necessary to remove
the fan or mulching blades, bring the
product to an authorised service centre.
■Reinstall the tubes and the debris collector
bag before installing the battery pack and
starting the product.
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 use the lowest
speed necessary to achieve the task.
■Hearing injury caused by exposure to noise
–Wear ear protection and limit exposure.
■Injury from flying objects from the blower
tube airflow if the debris collection bag is
not fitted or is damaged
–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. 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.
■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.
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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.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Read and understand
all instructions before
operating the product, follow
all warnings and safety
instructions.
Beware of thrown or ying
objects. Keep all bystanders,
especially children and pets,
at least 15 m away from the
operating area.
Rotating fans. Keep hands
and feet out of openings while
the product is running.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Do not expose to rain or damp
condition.
99 dB
90
dB
The guaranteed sound
pressure level is 90 dB. The
guaranteed sound power level
is 99 dB.
Remove the battery pack
before starting any work on
the product.
Pull: Quick release tab
Regulatory Compliance
Mark (RCM). Product
meets applicable regulatory
requirements.
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.
Blower mode
Vacuum mode
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 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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Know your product
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
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1. Front handle
2. Quick release handle
3. Shoulder pad
4. Cruise control lever
5. Turbo button
6. Handle
7. Trigger
8. Battery charger (RC18120)
9. Blower/vacuum mode selection lever
10. Bag adaptor
11. Vacuum bag
12. Battery pack
13. Lower blower tube
14. Guide wheels
15. Lower vacuum tube
16. Upper vacuum tube
17. Lock thread

GETTING STARTED
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1. Hook the vacuum bag to the lower blower tube. 2. Guide the vacuum bag opening over the bag
adaptor, then snap the vacuum bag opening into place.

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1. Pull the locking pin. 2. Connect the blower/vacuum tube to the housing opening, ensuring the n is
inserted into the housing slot, then push the blower/vacuum tube until it locks into place.
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OVERVIEW
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OPERATION
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OPERATION
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MAINTENANCE
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STORAGE
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Cordless Blower/Vacuum
Model RBV1840/OBV1800
Rated voltage 18V
Air velocity turbo mode
Blower 201 km/h
Vacuum 122.5 km/h
Air volume turbo mode
Blower 4.5 m3/min
Vacuum 5.5 m3/min
Mulching ratio 10:1
Weight with 5.0AH battery 4.5 kg
A-weighted sound pressure
level at the operator position
(Blower/Vacuum) (according
to EN 50636-2-100 Annex
CC)
LpA = 85.4 / 87.2 dB(A)
Uncertainty K= 2.5 dB
A-weighted sound power
level (according to EN
50636-2-100 Annex CC)
LWA = 97.4 dB(A)
Uncertainty K= 1.6 dB
Vibration level (according to
EN 50636-2-100 Annex BB)
ah = 0.4 m/s²
Uncertainty K= 1.5 m/s²
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Model RBV1840 OBV1800
Battery pack RB18L40 Not included
Weight 0.724 kg -
Charger RC18120 Not included
Compatible battery
packs
RB18L15, RB18L20, RB18L25,
RB18L40, RB18L50
Compatible chargers RC18120, BCL14181H, BCL14183H,
BCL1418IV*, RC18150U, BCS618G,
RC18627U
*BCL1418IV is compatible for charging
in vehicles with 12 V DC outlets.
REPLACEMENT PART
Bag RAC3011
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