Ryobi Expand-It AJB01 User manual

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Jet Blower
Attachment
AJB01

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 jet
blower attachement.
INTENDED USE
The jet blower attachment is approved for
use with RPH2540 or RLT254FSDSN petrol-
driven power head, RLT1238 or RPH1200A
electric-driven power head, or RLT36X33S,
RLT36B33S, or RPH3600 battery-driven
power head.
It is intended to be used only by adults who
have read and understood the instructions
and warnings in this manual and relevant
power head manual and can be considered
responsible for their actions.
It is only intended for use outdoors in a well-
ventilated area.
The product is intended for blowing light
debris including leaves, grass, and other
garden refuse.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
When using the product, the safety rules
must be followed. For your own safety
and that of bystanders, please read these
instructions before operating the product.
Please keep the instructions safe for later
use.
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 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.
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. The product is
extremely 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 you use 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 motor/engine.
■Before each use, always visually inspect
to see, that the housing is undamaged and
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.
■Operate the product in a recommended
position and only on a firm, level surface.
■Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris.
■Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris
before blowing.

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■Clear the work area before each use.
Remove all objects such as rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, or string which can be
blown a considerable distance by high
velocity air.
For assembling with petrol-driven power
head
■Never start or run the engine in a closed or
poorly ventilated area. Breathing exhaust
fumes can kill.
■Do not touch the area around the silencer
or the cylinder of the product, these parts
get hot from operation.
■Always stop the engine and allow it to cool
before making any adjustments.
■Mix and store fuel in a container approved
for fuel.
■Mix fuel outdoors where there are no
sparks or flames. Wipe up any fuel spillage.
Move 9 m away from refueling site before
starting the engine.
■Stop the engine and allow to cool before
refueling or storing the unit.
■Allow the engine to cool. Empty the fuel tank
and the oil tank (if applicable), and secure
the unit from moving before transporting in
a vehicle.
For assembling with electric-driven power
head
■The 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 the 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 witch.
■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 the product 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 by at an authorised
service centre. Always uncoil the power
cord during use; coiled cables can overheat.
■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.
■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. 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. The
extension cord should not be less than 10
m if the supply cord is not exceeding 0.5 m.
■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.
■Always direct the cable to the rear, away
from the machine.
■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.
For assembling with battery-driven power
head
■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
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■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.
BLOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
■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 the product 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 work area.
■Do not get distracted and always
concentrate on what you are doing. Think
about and consider the effect of your
actions carefully.
■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.
■Do not modify the product in any way or
use parts and accessories which are not
recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING
Thoroughly inspect the product and identify
any problems or damage to it. Any part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorized service centre.
■To reduce the risk of injury associated with
contacting rotating parts, always stop the
product, and disconnect from the power
supply (if applicable), and make sure all
moving parts have come to a stop:
●before cleaning
●when leaving the product unattended
●before checking, maintaining, or working
on the product
●after striking a foreign object to inspect
the product for damage
●if the product starts to vibrate abnormally
(inspect immediately).
WARNING
Your blower 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
■Wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions
to reduce the risk of injury associated with
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■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.
■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.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
For assembling with petrol-driven power
head
■Stop the engine and allow it to cool 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.
■If applicable, drain all lubricant from tank
into a container approved for lubricant.
Remember to properly replace the lubricant
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.
■Never carry or transport the product while
the engine is running.
■Abide by all government and local
regulations for the safety storage and
handling of petrol.
Short term (less than 1 month)
■Stop the engine and allow it to cool before
storing.
■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.
For assembling with electric-driven power
head
■Stop the product, disconnect from the
power supply, and wind the cable. Allow
the product 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
it 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.
For assembling with battery-driven power
head
■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.
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.

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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 bring the product to
your nearest authorised service centre for
repair. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.
NOTE: The guard does not need to be
removed when doing routine maintenance
and adjustment.
■Switch off, disconnect the product from the
power supply or remove the battery pack
(if applicable), and make sure all moving
parts have come to a complete stop before
conducting any maintenance or cleaning
work.
■You may make adjustments and repairs
described in this manual. For other repairs,
contact the 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 the
product is in safe working condition. Any
part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized
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 injury caused by exposure to noise
–Wear hearing protection and limit
exposure.
■Injury from flying objects from the blow tube
airflow
–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.
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 tool. When using any
tool for prolonged periods, ensure you take
regular breaks.
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Safety alert
Read and understand all instructions
before operating the product, follow all
warnings and safety instructions.

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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.
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.
SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL
Parts or accessories sold
separately
Note
Warning
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
1. Blower Nozzel
2. Housing
3. Attachement shaft
4. Hanger cap lock button
5. hanger cap
6. Shoulder strap

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Blower attachment
Model AJB01
Weight (blower attachment
only)
2.25 kg
For assembling with petrol-driven power head (below values
are measured on RPH2540 or RLT254FSDSN power head)
Air velocity 225 km/h
Air volume 807 m3/h
Weight (with petrol-driven
power head)
4.0 kg
Fuel tank volume 580 mL
Recommended tank ll 500 mL
Engine displacement 25.4 cc
Maximum engine performance 0.9 kW
Engine speed (Max.) 10,000/min
Engine speed (Idle) 2 600 - 3 200/min
For assembling with electric-driven power head (below
values are measured with RLT1238 or RPH1200A power
head)
Air velocity 198 km/h
Air volume 692 m3/h
Rated power 1 200 W
Rated voltage 230 - 240 V ~50 Hz
Weight (electric-driven power
head)
3.35 kg
For assembling with battery-driven power head (below
values are measured with RLT36X33S, RLT36B33S, or
RPH3600 power head)
Rated voltage DC 36 Volts
Air velocity 194.4 km/h
Air volume 679 m3/h
Weight (with battery-driven
power head)
3.46 kg