[. . . ] Make sure this manual is carefully read and understood before starting or operating this equipment. THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE US PATENTS, OTHER PATENTS PENDING. WARNING! Read the Operator's Manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders. OR 1-800-265-6778 in CANADA WARNING: The operation of any power tool can cause foreign objects to be thrown into your eyes. [. . . ] · Always stop the unit when work is delayed or when walking from one location to another. · Never point the Blower in the direction of people or pets, or in the direction of windows. Always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, and windows. Use extra caution when blowing debris near solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. · If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the engine immediately and check for damage. · Stop and switch the unit to off for maintenance, repair, or for changing add-ons attachments. · Use only genuine Ryobi replacement parts when servicing this unit. Do not use parts, accessories or attachments not authorized by Ryobi for this unit. Doing so could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and void your warranty. OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS · Allow the unit to cool before storing or transporting. · Store the unit inside in a dry place, either locked up or up high to prevent unauthorized use or damage. · Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them these instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING · SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger, warning, or caution. ·WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL Read the Operator's Manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders. · FOR SERVICE INFORMATION, CALL: USA: 1-800-345-8746 CANADA: 1-800-265-6778 4 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SYMBOL MEANING · WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION WARNING: Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye protection meeting ANSI Z87. 1 standards and ear protection when operating this unit. · KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY WARNING: Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m) from the operating area. · THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY WARNING: Keep clear of blower outlet. · BLOWERS ­ ROTATING IMPELLER BLADES CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY WARNING: Stop the engine and allow the impeller to stop before cleaning or performing any maintenance. KNOW YOUR UNIT Hanger APPLICATIONS With Sweeper/Blower Add-On · Cleaning driveways, porches, around walls, fences, etc. Shaft Housing Air Intakes Air Output 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING THE CLICK-LINK® SYSTEM The Click-Link® system enables the use of these optional add-ons. If the add-on is not operating, remove add-on and repeat steps for installing the add-on. Recheck operation of add-on attachment. 6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOLDING THE UNIT WITH SWEEPER/BLOWER ADD-ON WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Figs. [. . . ] ACCORDINGLY, ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED IN THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE APPROPRIATE TWO-YEAR OR NINETY DAY WARRANTY PERIOD. RYOBI'S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY, IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS, AND ROP DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY OTHER OBLIGATION. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. RYOBI ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE RYOBI PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER AND EXPENSE OF DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER, MECHANIC'S TRAVEL TIME, TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES, RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED, TRAVEL, LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, OR INCONVENIENCE. [. . . ]