OPERATOR’S MANUAL BACKPACK BLOWER RY08574/RY08576 Your blower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product. Thank you for your purchase.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 � General Safety Rules ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 � Specific Safety Rules.............................................................................................................
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces. Never operate the unit without a spark arrestor screen; this screen is located inside the muffler. Product users on United States Forest Service land, and in some states, must comply with fire prevention regulations. This product is equipped with a spark arrestor; however, other user requirements may apply.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Select bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool before refueling. Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep fuel from escaping around the cap. Tighten the fuel cap securely after refueling. To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required. To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or removing attachments. Do not operate without guard(s) in place.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety. Read The Operator’s Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING 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.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Weight ..................................................................................................................................................................... 11.75 lbs. Engine displacement ....................................................................................................................................................25.4cc Air Velocity: MPH .......................................................................................................
FEATURES KNOW YOUR BLOWER CRUISE CONTROL/THROTTLE LOCK See Figure 1. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. The cruise control (throttle lock) feature allows the user to operate the blower without holding the throttle trigger.
ASSEMBLY WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire before assembling parts. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBES See Figures 2 - 4. � Place a clamp on blower past the raised tabs. Assemble the elbow tube onto blower by aligning raised tabs on blower with slots on elbow. Tighten clamp onto elbow. ELBOW TUBE Attach bellows onto elbow tube by placing a clamp on one end of the bellows then press bellows onto elbow tube. Tighten clamp.
ASSEMBLY To adjust waist strap assembly: Waist strap should be tightened or loosened until adjusted to a comfortable operating position. CAUTION: Make all adjustments to the harness straps before starting the blower to avoid the possibility of injury. ADJUSTING THROTTLE CONTROL HANDLE See Figure 5. Loosen throttle control handle locking screw by twisting counterclockwise. Move throttle control handle to desired position and secure locking screw by twisting clockwise.
OPERATION FILLING THE TANK Set the choke lever to the START position. NOTE: If restarting a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the RUN position. WARNING: Pull the starter cord until the engine runs. Always stop the engine before filling the fuel tank. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft. from the refueling area before starting engine. Do not smoke while filling the tank. Return the starter cord gently to the starter housing.
OPERATION WARNING PROPER OPERATING POSITION Keep away from all hot surfaces of the blower. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. OPERATING THE BLOWER See Figure 8. Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier in this manual. Slip arm through harness strap and onto shoulder, then repeat for the other shoulder. Adjust the straps to a comfortable position. Refer to Adjusting Harness and Waist Straps earlier in this manual.
MAINTENANCE REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER WARNING: See Figure 10. A wet or dirty air filter can affect the way the engine starts, performs, and wears. The air filter should be checked and cleaned after 8 hours of operation. If working in dusty soil, check the air filter after each refueling. For best performance, the air filter should be replaced once each year. To clean the air filter: Loosen the knob on the air filter cover. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
MAINTENANCE SPARK ARRESTOR WARNING: The muffler is equipped with a spark arrestor screen inside muffler body. After extended use the screen can become dirty and the screen may need to be replaced by an authorized servicing dealer. A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately. SPARK PLUG This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y with 0.63 mm (0.025 in.) electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and replace annually.
ACCESSORIES Look for these accessories at the service center: WARNING: ACCESSORIES Air Filter ......................................... Power Care - AP04107 Spark Plug .............................................Champion - RCJ4 Fuel Cap .............................................................. AP04108 2-Cycle Oil .......................... (2.6 FL. OZ - 76 ml) AR99G01 Current attachments and accessories available for use with this tool are listed.
WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor Adjustments, Ignition, Filters B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive Belts, Tines, Felt Washers, Hitch Pins, Mulching Blades, Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bag and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.
WARRANTY THE FOLLOWING CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD (CARB) STATEMENT ONLY APPLIES TO MODEL NUMBERS REQUIRED TO MEET THE CARB REQUIREMENTS. TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC., LIMITED WARRANTY FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS NON-ROAD AND SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.
WARRANTY THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER Congratulations! You have made an investment toward protecting the environment. In order to maintain this product’s original emission level, please refer to the maintenance section below. EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND WARRANTED PARTS LIST Emissions Parts Inspect Before Each Use Clean Every 5 Hours Replace Every 25 Hours or Yearly Clean Every 25 Hours or Yearly Replace Every 50 Hours CATALYTIC MUFFLER ASSEMBLY .........................
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL BACKPACK BLOWER RY08574/RY08576 WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.