Ryobi RBV3000CESV-01 User manual

RBC36X26E
RBC36X26E
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Electric Blower/
Vacuum
RBV3000CESV-01

Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling,
operating, and maintaining the product.
Subject to technical modification.

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Safety, performance, and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of your
electric blower/vacuum.
INTENDED USE
The product is only intended for use outdoors.
This product is not intended to be used by
children or persons with reduced physical,
mental, or sensory capabilities.
The product is intended for blowing light
debris including leaves, grass, and other
garden refuse. It is intended to vacuum and
lightly mulch debris and deposit it into the
collection bag. It is not designed to suck or
vacuum water or other liquid.
WARNING
When using the product, the safety rules
must be followed. For your own safety
and that of bystanders, you must read and
fully understand these instructions before
operating the product. Please keep these
instructions safe for later use.
WARNING
This product is not intended to be used by
children or persons with reduced physical,
mental, or sensory capabilities. Children
should be adequately supervised to ensure
they do not play with the product.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
TRAINING
■Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the correct use of the
product.
■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.
■Keep in mind, that the operator or user
is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
■Keep bystanders, children and pets 15 m
away from the area of operation. Stop the
product if anyone enters the area.
■Never use the product when you are tired,
ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs
or medicine.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
■Power plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded)
power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric
shock.
■Avoid unintentional starting. Always check
that the switch is in the Off position before
plugging in the product to the power supply.
Do not carry a plugged in product with your
finger on the switch.
■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 the product to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering an appliance
will increase the risk of electric shock.
■Electrical power should be supplied via
a residual current device (RCD) with a
tripping current of not more than 30 mA.
■Before every use, examine the power cord
for damage. If there are signs of damage,
it must be replaced. Always uncoil the
power cord during use; coiled cables can
overheat.
■If you need to use an extension cord,
ensure it is suitable for outdoor use and has
a current capacity rating sufficient to supply
your tool. The extension cord cable should
be marked with either “H05 RN F” or “H05
VV F”. Check the extension cord before
every use for damage. Always uncoil the
extension cord during use because coiled
cords can overheat. Damaged extension
cords should not be repaired, they should
be replaced with an equivalent type.
■Make sure the power cord is positioned so
that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or
otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
■Never pick up or carry the product by the
electric cable.
■Never pull by the power cord to disconnect
from the power supply.
■Keep the power cord away from heat, oil
and sharp edges.

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■Always direct the cable to the rear away
from the product.
■Make sure voltage is correct for your
product. A nameplate on the product
indicates the unit’s voltage. Never connect
the product to an AC voltage that differs
from this voltage.
■Make sure the switch is in Off position
before disconnecting from power supply.
PREPARATION
■Some regions have regulations that restrict
the use of the product to some operations.
Check with your local authority for advice.
■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 that is loose fitting or that has
hanging cords or ties; they can be caught
in moving parts.
■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.
■Wear hearing protection at all times while
operating the product. This product is
extremely noisy and permanent hearing
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 this product. The manufacturer
strongly suggests a full face mask or fully
enclosed goggles. Normal spectacles or
sun glasses 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.
■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 product.
■Before each use, always inspect the
housing for damage. Ensure that guards
and handles are in place and properly
secured.
■Return to an authorised service centre to
replace damaged or unreadable labels.
■Never operate the product with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices,
for example debris collector, in place.
■Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
■Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris
before blowing/vacuuming.
■Clear the work area before each use.
Remove all objects such as rocks, broken
glass, nails, wires, or string which can be
blown a considerable distance by high
velocity air.
■Operate the product on a firm, level surface
only.
WARNING
Before using the product in vacuum mode
you must assemble the upper and lower
vacuum tubes together as shown on page
9. This is a once only operation. 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.
OPERATION
■If the cord becomes damaged during
use, disconnect the cord from the power
supply immediately. Do not touch the
cord before disconnecting the power
supply. Do not use the product if the cord
is damaged or worn.
■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.
■Use of hearing protection reduces the
ability to hear warnings (shouts or alarms).
The operator must pay extra attention to
what is going on in the working area.
■Do not get distracted and always
concentrate on what you are doing. Think
about and consider the effect of your
actions carefully.

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■Operating similar tools nearby increases
both the risk of hearing injury and the
potential for other persons to enter your
working area.
■Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach. Overreaching can result in loss
of balance.
■Always be sure of the 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 opening the fan cover,
installing or changing tubes, or opening or
removing debris bag.
■Never run the product without the proper
equipment attached. When used as a
blower, always install the blower tubes
and close the fan cover. When used as a
vacuum, always install the vacuum tubes
and vacuum bag.
■Do not modify the product in any way or
use parts and accessories which 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, disconnect from the mains, and
make sure all moving parts have come to
a stop:
●before cleaning or clearing a blockage
●when leaving the product unattended
●before installing or removing
attachments
●before checking, maintaining, or working
on the product
●to inspect the product for damage after
striking a foreign object
●if the product starts to vibrate abnormally
(inspect immediately)
WARNING
Your blower/vacuum may be supplied with
a harness. Carefully adjust the harness
to comfortably help you in supporting 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.
■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 the
intake vent resulting in possible damage to
the product.
VACUUM SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
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.
■Do not operate vacuum without the vacuum
bag assembly installed; flying debris
could cause serious injury. Make sure the
vacuum bag is completely zipped or closed
before operating.
■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.

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■Hold the motor higher than the inlet end of
the vacuum tube.
■Always point vacuum tube downhill when
working on a hillside.
■To avoid serious injury to the operator
or damage to the product, do not try to
vacuum up rocks, broken glass, bottles, or
other similar objects.
■Avoid situations that could cause fire in
the vacuum bag. Do not operate near an
open flame. Do not vacuum warm ash
from fireplaces, barbecue pits, etc. Do
not vacuum discarded cigars or cigarettes
unless the cinders are completely cool.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■Stop the product, disconnect from the
mains, and allow it to cool before storing or
transporting.
■Clean all foreign material from the product.
Store it 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, secure the product
against movement or falling to prevent
injury to persons or damage to the product.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Use only original manufacturer’s
replacement parts, accessories and
attachments. Failure to do so can cause
possible injury, 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 we suggest you return the product
to your nearest authorised service centre for
repair. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.
■You may make adjustments and repairs
described here. For other repairs, contact
the authorised service agent.
■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 the product is in safe working
condition. Any part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
■Never attempt to override the interlocked
feature of the guard.
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 or vacuum exhaust if the bag
is not fitted or damaged. Wear adequate
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.

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If you experience any of the symptoms of this
condition, immediately discontinue use and
see your doctor.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by
prolonged use of the product. When using
any tool for prolonged periods, ensure you
take regular breaks.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 8.
1. Fan cover
2. Upper vacuum tube
3. Lower vacuum tube
4. Guide wheels
5. High speed nozzle
6. Lower blow tube
7. Upper blow tube
8. Vacuum bag
9. Bag adaptor
10. Blower/vacuum mode selection lever
11. Front handle
12. Speed selector
13. Rear handle
14. On/Off trigger
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.
Switch off: remove plug from
mains before cleaning or
maintenance
Remove plug from the
mains immediately before
maintenance or if cable is
damaged or cut.
Conforms to all regulatory
standards in the country in
the EU where the product is
purchased.
EurAsian Conformity Mark
Ukrainian mark of conformity.
Class II tool, double insulation
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.
108
The guaranteed sound power
level is shown on this label by
108 dB.
Blower mode
Vacuum mode
SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL
Connect to power outlet.
Disconnect from power outlet.
Note
Warning

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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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