Ryobi RY18BLXC User manual

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RY18BLXC

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Original Instructions
IMPORTANT!
It is essential that you read the instructions in
this manual before assembling, operating, and
maintaining the product.
Subject to technical modication.
Safety, performance, and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of your
cordless blower.
INTENDED USE
The cordless blower is intended only for
outdoor use, 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 waste.
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
who are 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.
■Do not use the product while tired, ill, or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication.
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 whilst
operating the product. This will prevent
exposure to noise that could cause a
permanent hearing injury. Protection such
as ear plugs can limit your exposure and
reduce noise.
■Wear full eye protection at all times while
operating the product. Wear 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 the 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.
■Injuries may be caused or aggravated by
prolonged use of a tool. When using any
tool for prolonged periods, ensure you take
regular breaks.
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.

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Original Instructions
■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.
■Keep bystanders, children, and pets 15 m
away from the area of operation. Stop the
product if anyone enters the area.
■Do not operate the product 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.
■Never use the product with defective guards
or shields, or without safety devices in place.
■To reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, always turn off the
product and remove the battery pack. Make
sure that all moving parts have come to a
complete stop:
●before leaving the product unattended
●before clearing blockages
●before checking, cleaning, or working on
the product
●before inspecting the product after
striking a foreign object
●whenever the product starts to vibrate
abnormally (inspect immediately)
■Immediately turn off the product and remove
the battery pack in the event of accident
or breakdown. Do not operate the product
again until it has been fully checked by an
authorised service centre.
■Do not modify the product in any way or
use parts and accessories that are not
recommended by the manufacturer.
■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
centre.
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.

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Original Instructions
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY
WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of re, personal injury, and
product damage due to a short circuit, never
immerse the tool, battery pack or charger in
uid or allow 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
■Turn off the product, remove the battery
pack, and allow it to cool down before
storing or transporting.
■Remove all foreign materials from the
product. Store the product in a cool, dry, and
well-ventilated place that is inaccessible
to children. Keep the product away from
corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts. Do not store the product
outdoors.
■For transportation in a vehicle, secure the
product against movement or falling to
prevent injury to persons or damage to the
product.
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
Use only original manufacturer’s replacement
parts, accessories, and attachments. Failure to
do so can cause possible injury, can contribute
to poor performance, and may void your
warranty.
Servicing requires extreme care and
knowledge and should be performed only by a
qualied service technician. Have the product
serviced by an authorised service centre only.
■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.
■You may make adjustments or repairs that
are described in this manual. For other
repairs, contact an authorised service
centre.
■After each use, clean the product with a
soft, dry cloth.
CLEARING A BLOCKAGE
■To reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting moving parts, always turn off
the product, remove the battery pack, and
make sure that all moving parts have come
to a complete stop.
■Remove the blower tubes to inspect for
blockage. Clear the tubes if required.
■Reinstall the blower tubes before starting
the product.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 6.
1. Blower tube
2. Blower tube latch
3. Variable speed trigger
4. Handle
5. Operator’s manual
6. Battery pack
7. Charger
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.

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Original Instructions
Wear eye protection.
Do not expose the product to
rain or damp condition.
European Conformity Mark
British Conformity Mark
EurAsian Conformity Mark
Ukraine Conformity Mark
 Guaranteed sound power level
Waste electrical products
should not be disposed of with
household waste. 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

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Cordless blower
Model RY18BLXC
Rated voltage 18 V d.c.
Maximum motor speed 17700 /min
Maximum air velocity 177 km/h
Maximum air volume 9.9 m3/min
Weight
Without battery pack 2.5 kg
With heaviest battery pack 3.7 kg
Vibration level (in accordance with Annex BB of EN 50636-2-
100:2014)
Total value ah4.1 m/s²
Uncertainty of measurement k1.5 m/s²
Noise emission level (in accordance with Annex CC of EN 50636-
2-100:2014)
A-weighted sound pressure level
at operator’s position LpA
80.7 dB(A)
Uncertainty of measurement kpA 3.0 dB
A-weighted sound power level
LwA
96.7 dB(A)
Uncertainty of measurement kwA 4.2 dB
LwA + kwA 101 dB(A)
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Model RY18BLXC-0 RY18BLXC-140
Battery pack not included RB18L40
Charger not included RC18115
Compatible battery
pack
RB18..
Compatible
charger
RC18.., BCL1418.., BCS618
WARNING! The declared vibration total
values and the declared noise emission values
given in this instruction manual have been
measured in accordance with a standardised
test and may be used to compare one tool with
another. They may be used for a preliminary
assessment of exposure.
The declared vibration and noise emission
values represent the main applications of the
tool. However, if the tool is used for di󰀨erent
applications, used with di󰀨erent accessories,
or poorly maintained, the vibration and noise
emission may di󰀨er. These conditions may
signicantly increase the exposure levels over
the total working period.
An estimation of the level of exposure to
vibration and noise should take into account
the times when the tool is turned o󰀨 or when
it is running idle. These conditions may
signicantly reduce the exposure level over
the total working period.
Identify additional safety measures to protect
the operator from the e󰀨ects of vibration and
noise, such as maintaining the tool and the
accessories, keeping the hands warm (in case
of vibration), and organising work patterns.

RYOBI® WARRANTY APPLICATION CONDITIONS
In addition to any statutory rights resulting from the purchase, this product is covered
by a warranty as stated below.
1. The warranty period is 24 months for consumers and commences on the date
the product was purchased. This date has to be documented by an invoice or
other proof of purchase. The product is designed and dedicated to consumer
and private use only. So there is no warranty provided in case of professional or
commercial use. This warranty applies only on new products.
2. There is a possibility to extend for a part of the range of power tools (AC/DC)
the warranty period over the period described above using the registration on
the www.ryobitools.eu website. The eligibility of products for extended warranty
is clearly displayed in stores and / or on packaging and is contained within
the product documentation. The end user is required to register his/her newly-
acquired products online within 30 days from the date of purchase. The end
user may register for the extended warranty in his/her country of residence if
listed on the online registration form where this option is valid. Furthermore,
end users must give their consent to the storage of their personal data that is
required to be entered online. They must also accept the terms and conditions.
The registration confirmation receipt, which is sent out by e-mail, and the
original invoice showing the date of purchase will serve as proof of the extended
warranty.
3. The warranty covers all defects of the product during the warranty period due
to faults in workmanship or material at the purchase date. The warranty is
limited to repair and/or replacement and does not include any other obligations
including but not limited to incidental or consequential damages. The warranty
is not valid if the product has been misused, used contrary to the instruction
manual, or has been incorrectly connected to a power supply. This warranty
does not apply to:
–any damage to the product that is the result of improper or lack of
maintenance
–any product that has been altered or modified
–any product where original identification (trade mark, serial number)
markings have been defaced, altered or removed
–any damage caused by non-observance of the instruction manual
–any product not displaying the CE approval mark on the rating plate
–any product that has been attempted to be repaired by a non-authorised
warranty service centre or without prior authorisation by Techtronic
Industries
–any product connected to an improper power supply (amps, voltage,
frequency)
–any product used with inappropriate fuel mixture (fuel, oil, Ratio of oil /
fuel mixture)
–any damage caused by external influences (water, chemical, physical,
shocks) or foreign substances
–normal wear and tear spare parts
–inappropriate use, overloading of the tool
–use of non-approved accessories or parts
–Accessories provided with the tool or purchased separately including but
not limited to blades, saw chains, cutting lines etc.
–Any periodic adjustments to or maintenance cleaning of carburetors
–Components (parts and accessories) subject to natural wear and tear,
including but not limited to bump knobs, drive belts, clutch, blades of
hedge trimmers or lawn mowers, harness, cable throttle, carbon brushes,
power cord, tines, felt washers, hitch pins, blower fans, blower and
vacuum tubes, vacuum bag and straps, guide bars, saw chains, hoses,
connector fittings, spray nozzles, wheels, spray wands, inner reels, outer
spools, cutting lines, spark plugs, air filters, gas filters, mulching blades,
etc.
4. For servicing, the product must be sent or presented to a RYOBI authorised
service station listed for each country in the following list of service station
addresses. In some countries your local RYOBI dealer undertakes to send the
product to the RYOBI service organisation. When sending a product to a RYOBI
service station, the product should be safely packed without any dangerous
contents such as petrol, marked with sender’s address and accompanied by a
short description of the fault.
5. A repair / replacement under this warranty is free of charge. It does not
constitute an extension or a new start of the warranty period. Exchanged
parts or products become our property. In some countries delivery charges or
postage will have to be paid by the sender. Your statutory rights arising from the
purchase of the product remain unaffected.
6. This warranty is valid in the European Community, Switzerland, Iceland,
Norway, Liechtenstein, Turkey, Russia and the United Kingdom. Outside these
areas, please contact your authorised RYOBI dealer to determine if another
warranty applies.
AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE
Any request or issue with the product can be addressed to your local authorized
service centres (visit www.ryobitools.eu) or directly to: Techtronic Industries GmbH,
Max Eyth Straße 10, 71364 Winnenden, Germany. Please state the serial number
and product type printed on the label.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer: Techtronic Industries GmbH
Max-Eyth-Straße 10, 71364 Winnenden, Germany
We declare as the manufacturer under our sole responsibility that the product
mentioned below
Cordless blower
Brand: RYOBI
Model number: RY18BLXC
Serial number range: 47567501000001 - 47567501999999
fulfills all the relevant provisions of the following European Directives, European
Regulations and harmonized standards:
2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU, 2000/14/EC, 2005/88/EC, 2011/65/EU,
EN 60335-1:2012+A11:2014 +A13:2017+A1:2019+A14:2019+A2:2019,
EN 50636-2-100:2014, EN 55014-1:2017+A11, EN 55014-2:2015,
EN IEC 63000:2018, EN ISO 12100:2010
Measured sound power level: 96.7 dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power level: 101 dB(A)
Conformity assessment method to Annex V Directive 2000/14/EC amended by
2005/88/EC.
Todd Chipner
Vice President, Quality – Ryobi Asia
Winnenden, May 20, 2021
Authorised to compile the technical file:
Alexander Krug, Managing Director
Techtronic Industries GmbH
Max-Eyth-Straße 10, 71364 Winnenden, Germany
GB-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer: Techtronic Industries GmbH
Max-Eyth-Straße 10, 71364 Winnenden, Germany
We declare as the manufacturer under our sole responsibility that the product
mentioned below
Cordless blower
Brand: RYOBI
Model number: RY18BLXC
Serial number range: 47567501000001 - 47567501999999
fulfills all the relevant provisions of the following Regulations: S.I. 2008/1597
(as amended), S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended), S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended), S.I.
2001/1701 (as amended) and that the following designated standards have been
used:
BS EN 60335-1:2012+A2:2019, BS EN 50636-2-100:2014,
BS EN 55014-1:2017+A11, BS EN 55014-2:2015, BS EN IEC 63000:2018,
BS EN ISO 12100:2010
Measured sound power level: 96.7 dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power level: 101 dB(A)
Conformity assessment method to S.I. 2001/1701 Schedule 8 (as amended)
Todd Chipner
Vice President, Quality – Ryobi Asia
Winnenden, May 20, 2021
Authorised to compile the technical file:
Alexander Krug, Managing Director
Techtronic Industries GmbH
Max-Eyth-Straße 10, 71364 Winnenden, Germany
RYOBI is a trade mark of Ryobi Limited,
and is used under license.
© 2021 Techtronic Cordless GP.

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