RIDGID R01601 18V Blower Owner’s Manual

RIDGID R01601 18V Blower

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.

See this fold-out section for all of the figures referenced in the operator’s manual.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS BLOWER. To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

• Know your power blower. Read operators manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
• Do not permit children to use blower. It is not a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
• Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model described in this manual. Accessories that may be suitable for one blower may create a risk of injury when used on another blower. Use only as described in this manual.
• Do not handle charger, including charger plug, and charger terminals with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Do not charge the unit outdoors.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before removing battery.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs or steps.
• Do not operate blowers in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Blowers create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors at least 50 ft. away while operating a blower. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
• A battery operated blower with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.
• Use battery operated blower only with specifically designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.
• Use this product only with batteries and chargers listed in tool/appliance/battery pack/charger correla-tion supplement 988000-302.
• Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug, which could cause shorting and electric shock. If damaged, have the charger replaced by an authorized service center.
• If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power blower. Do not use blower while tired, upset, or under the influ-ence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating blowers may result in serious personal injury.
• Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in moving parts.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before inserting battery pack. Carrying blowers with your finger on the switch or insert-ing the battery pack into a blower with the switch on invites accidents.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn into air vents.
• Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the blower in unexpected situations.
• Do not use blower if switch does not turn it on or off. A blower that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect battery pack from blower or place the switch in the locked or off position before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the blower. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the blower accidentally.
• 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 terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.
• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the blower’s operation. If damaged, have the blower serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained blowers.
• Keep the blower and its handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong solvents to clean your blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.
• Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury.
• Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 along with hearing protec-tion when operating this equipment.
• Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Battery blowers do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operat-ing condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery powered blower or when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, addition-ally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
• Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is dam-aged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 265°F may cause explosion.
• Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.
• Do not place battery powered blowers or their batter-ies near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury.
• Don’t expose blowers to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a blower will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts of the machine or its motor.
• Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance.
• Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
• Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.
• Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached. Always ensure the blower tubes are installed.
• When not in use, blower should be stored indoors in a dry, locked up place—out of the reach of children.
• Do not hang unit so that the switch trigger is depressed.
• Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.
• Do not dispose of a severely damaged or worn out battery pack or this blower by incinerating. The battery can explode in fire.
• Stop the motor, wait until all moving parts come to a com-plete stop, and remove the battery pack before cleaning or performing any maintenance.
• Never use water or any liquids to clean or rinse off your product and do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions. Store indoors in a dry area. Corrosive liquids, water, and chemicals can enter the product’s electronic components and cause damage, which can result in a short circuit, increased risk of fire, and serious personal injury. Remove any buildup of dirt and debris by wiping the product clean with a dry cloth occasionally.
• Blower service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
• When servicing a blower, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance sec-tion of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury
• Never use blower near fires, fireplaces, hot ashes, bar becue pits, etc. Use near fires or ashes can spread fires and result in serious injury and/or property damage.
• Never use blower to spread chemicals, fertilizers, or any other toxic substances. Spreading these sub-stances could result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.
• Never place blower on any surface when motor is running. Gravel, sand, and other debris can be picked up by the air inlet and thrown at the operator or bystanders, causing possible serious injuries.
• For household use only.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

SYMBOLS

DANGER:
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING:
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION:
Indicates a hazardous situation, that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE:
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).

SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.

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FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

• Motor………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….18 Volts DC
• Air Velocity…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….130 (MPH)
• Air Volume…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….510 (CFM)

KNOW YOUR BLOWER
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

1. A – Blower tube
2. B – Blower housing outlet
3. C – Cruise control lever
4. D – Variable speed switch trigger
5. E – Turbo boost button
6. F – Air inlet port
7. G – Speed tip

BLOWER TUBE
The blower tube can be installed on the blower without using any tools.

CRUISE CONTROL
The cruise control feature allows the user to operate the blower without holding the throttle trigger.

OVERMOLD HANDLE
Ergonomic handle with overmold improves comfort and grip.

SPEED TIP
The speed tip increases air velocity during blower operation.

TURBO BOOST
The turbo boost feature temporarily increases air flow to maximum velocity.

VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH TRIGGER
The variable speed switch trigger delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING
This product requires assembly. Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the Packing List are included.

WARNING:
Do not use this product if any parts in the Packing List are already assembled to your product when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use of a product that may have been improperly assembled could result in serious personal injury.

• Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
• Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-539-1710 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

• Blower
• Blower Tube
• Speed Tip
• Operator’s Manual

WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this blower. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury

WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.

WARNING:
This product is intended for blower use only and is not designed for vacuum use. Do not attempt to remove the main reducer housing that covers the impellers. Removal of the main reducer housing will expose the moving impellers and contact with these impeller blades can result in serious personal injury.

INSTALLATION

INSTALLING THE BLOWER TUBE
Place the blower tube on the blower housing outlet and press together until the latch locks onto the tab on the blower housing.

1. A – Blower tube
2. B – Tab
3. C – Blower housing outlet
4. D – Latch
5. E – Speed tip

NOTE : Pull on the blower tube to be sure it is securely installed. Once secured, the tube cannot be removed from the blower housing until the latch is released.

NOTICE:
When correctly assembled, the tube is difficult to separate. If it can be easily removed, the tube is not locked. Check that the tab is fastened securely onto the latch. If the tube is not in the locked position, it can separate during blower operation

• To remove the tube, depress the latch to release and remove it from the blower housing outlet.
• To install the speed tip: Align the latch on the speed tip with the tab on the blower tube and press together until the speed tip locks into place.
• To remove the speed tip: Depress the latch and slide the speed tip off

OPERATION

WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with products to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.

WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:
Verify that all guards and tubes are in place prior to use. If the blower is dropped, stop blower and verify that no damage has occurred. If any guard, part, or tube is damaged or missing, do not use blower until it has been repaired or replaced by a qualified service center. Use of blower with damaged or missing guards, parts, or tubes can result in serious personal injury or further damage to the blower.

NOTICE:
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please contact customer service or an authorized service center for assistance

APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:

• Clearing leaves and other debris from your lawn
• Keeping decks and driveways free from grass clippings, leaves, pine needles, and other debris

TO INSTALL / REMOVE BATTERY PACK

1. A – Battery pack
2. B – Battery port
3. C – Latches

WARNING:
Always remove battery pack from your tool when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury

To install:
Insert the battery pack into the product as shown

WARNING:
Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap in place and the battery pack is fully seated and secure in the battery port before beginning operation. Failure to securely seat the battery pack could cause the battery pack to fall out, resulting in serious personal injury.

NOTICE:
When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with the bottom of the tool and latches into place properly. Improper installation of the battery pack can cause damage to internal components

To remove:
Depress the latches on the battery pack and remove from the blower

WARNING:
Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, switch should always be in the OFF position when not in use. Remove battery pack when transporting or carrying blower to avoid accidental starting, which could result in serious injury. For complete charging instructions, see the operator’s manuals for your battery pack and charger.

OPERATION

1. A – Variable speed trigger
2. B – Turbo boost button
3. C – Cruise control lever

STARTING/STOPPING THE BLOWER

• To start the blower, depress the switch trigger.
• To stop the blower, release the switch trigger.

USING TURBO BOOST
While the switch trigger is depressed, press the turbo boost button to increase the air flow to the maximum velocity.

NOTE : The blower will return to normal speed when the button is released.

USING CRUISE CONTROL
The cruise control can be used to operate the blower without holding the switch trigger.

To engage the cruise control:

• Depress the switch trigger and stop at the desired speed.
• Push the cruise control lever down.
• Release switch trigger.
• To release the cruise control, pull the cruise control lever all the way up

OPERATING THE BLOWER
PROPER OPERATING POSITION

• To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center of a pile.
• To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time.
• Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing. In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water is available.
• Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and garden applications, including areas such as screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
• Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
• After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris properly

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the product when cleaning or performing any maintenance.

WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.

WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause product damage.

WARNING:
Never use water or any liquids to clean or rinse off your product and do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions. Store indoors in a dry area. Corrosive liquids, water, and chemicals can enter the product’s electronic components and/or battery compartment and damage electronic components and/or the battery pack, which can result in a short circuit, increased risk of fire, and serious personal injury. Remove any buildup of dirt and debris by wiping the product clean with a dry cloth occasionally.

NOTICE :
Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please contact customer service or an authorized service center for assistance

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury

STORAGE

• Clean all foreign material from the blower.
• Store indoors in a secure place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
• Do not hang unit so that the switch trigger is depressed.

This product has a 90-day satisfaction guarantee policy, as well as a three- year limited warranty. For warranty and policy details, please go to www.RIDGID.com or call (toll free) 1-866-539-1710.

Customer Service Information

For parts or service, do not return this product to the store; contact our service center. Please call 1-866‑539‑1710 or visit us online at powertools.ridgid.com. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. A replacement parts list is also available online. The item, manufacturing, and serial numbers of the tool are found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Please record these numbers in the spaces provided below. When ordering repair parts, always give the following information:

• ITEM NO.*_____
• SERIAL NO.____
• MANUFACTURING NO.____

Model/item number on product may have additional letters at the end. These letters designate manufacturing information and should be provided when calling for service.

TTI OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT, INC. P.O. Box 1427, Anderson, SC 29622 USA 1-866-539-1710 powertools.ridgid.com

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