will match suppliers for you! Subscribe to product alert and stay updated to what's new and popular on the market. 1 of 3 pagesExhausted from using a hand rake or brush to clear up the leaves? Leaf blowers can do the job in a fraction of the time, with leaf blower vacs also sucking up the leaves into a holding bag. Cordless ones, which are petrol or battery powered, tend to be the most pricey, but if you have a big garden they can be a godsend. Meanwhile, corded ones are great if you’re on a budget or have a smaller outside space. Corded machines tend to be easier to use too, as well as lighter, usually enabling you to hold it with just one hand. Make sure you pick one that’s comfortable and easy to start. Also think about whether you need just a blower, a blower vac or finally one that does both these things along with mulching up the debris as well. If you go for the dual or triple purpose ones, it should be easy to change modes and have an easy to empty collection bag.

We tried a range of machines on the very wet leaves in our garden to bring you the most efficient for the job. 1. Flymo GardenVac 2700: £59.95, amazon.co.uk As well as blowing and vacuuming, this versatile corded machine will shred leaves. Remove the blades to suck up other debris, like pinecones without blockages. 2. Qualcast 2800W Garden Blower and Vacuum: £49.99, homebase.co.uk This good-value corded blower, vacuum and mulcher is one of Homebase’s best-sellers. You get a well-balanced machine with a shoulder strap and wheels for easy movability and there’s a quick-change leaver from blow to vacuum. For a powerful option that suits large gardens, this machine is quiet. It runs for 60 minutes on unleaded petrol and with attachments (sold separately) it converts to a vacuum. 4. Ego Power Plus: £129, egopowerplus.co.uk We were surprised to find this rechargeable machine had more oomph than some petrol-powered blowers. It’ll run for 20 minutes on the impressive ‘turbo boost’ setting

This is only 1.6kg but it’s so powerful, the 12-minute battery life is sufficient to clear most gardens. We found the long nozzle useful for shorter gardeners. Compatible with other Bosch garden tools.canon xf100 backpack 6. Cobra BV26C Blower/Vac: £119.99, cobragarden.co.ukswissgear backpack 1900 review Here’s a lightweight (5kg), well-balanced machine ideal for big spaces. kavu paxton backpackThe controls are comfortable to use for long periods of time (there were no achy thumbs) and it’s idiot-proof to change functions. 7. Black & Decker BW2500: £53.71, amazon.co.uk This corded, lightweight blower and vacuum picks up stubborn wet leaves super-efficiently. There’s a generous 40-litre capacity bag and it comes with a shredder that shrinks its volume tenfold.

8. Draper 2500w 230v Garden Vacuum/Blower/Mulcher: £53.99, mackay.co.uk This corded bit of kit with a handy shoulder strap blows, vacuums and mulches. The 2500W motor and air flow are good for smaller leaves and it easily switches from one function to another. 9. Stihl Cordless Blower BHA85: £216 (battery sold separately), briantsltd.stihl-dealer.co.uk For anyone with heavy leaf-clearing duties, this hefty machine is exceptional in its ease of use, battery life and sheer power. It made light work of the seriously wet stuff in our garden. 10. Ryobi OBL1802: £44.95, amazon.co.uk This lightweight machine is easy to store thanks to the detachable blower tube. We found the the power level spot-on, but you’ll need to work quickly as the lithium battery lasts around eight minutes This is a great option for people who don’t like cords getting in the way of their leaf tidying tasks. Using a powerful petrol engine, it is surprisingly lightweight, weighing just 6.5kg and the shoulder strap is both padded and adjustable.

Be careful it doesn’t suck up the stones when you’re working on gravel. 12. Makita DUB362Z Twin 18v Brushless Blower: £228.95, axminster.co.uk This is costly, but it works like a dream, with a huge amount of power from the engine, as well as being very comfortable to hold and use. You never have to change the brush and although the battery isn’t included in the price, if you have a Makita battery powered product already, you can simply use that. The Bosch ALB 18 is an incredibly powerful little machine that’s hard to fault and comes at a reasonable price, when you consider its durability and compatibility with other Bosch garden tools. If you’ve got a lot of leaves and a bit more money, we also love the Makita BHX2501 4-Stroke Hand Held Blower. Your neighbours will be pleased with that option too as it’s nice and quiet. IndyBest product reviews are unbiased, independent advice you can trust. On some occasions, we earn revenue if you click the links and buy the products, but we never allow this to bias our coverage.

The reviews are compiled through a mix of expert opinion and real-world testingSign In to ManualsOnline Sign Up for ManualsOnline Pro Features, Affordable Price 185 MPH / 510 CFM Large 42cc engine for excellent clearing power Unique engine mounting delivers powerful air force Adjustable shoulder harness for maximum user comfort Variable speed and cruise control for convenient operation Engine: 42cc 2 Stroke Engine Air Velocity: 185 MPH/ 510CFM Trigger: Variable Speed Throttle Throttle Control Handle Tube 2 Cycle Engine Lubricant What is the correct fuel mixture to use with my 2 cycle engine RYOBI Outdoor Product? Your 2-cycle engine requires pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubricant. Pre-mix unleaded gasoline and 2-cycle engine lubricant in a clean gas container. DO NOT mix quantities larger than usable in a 30-day period. Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard lubricant. We recommend using a RYOBI/Homelite premium 2-cycle oil or a PowerCare 2-cycle oil.

Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent contamination Loosen fuel cap slowly. Rest the cap on a clean surface. Carefully pour fuel into the tank. Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean around the gasket. Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten. Wipe up any fuel spillage Note: it is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine after fist use. How do I adjust the harness on the backpack blower? Note: Adjust the straps to a comfortable position before you start the blower The blower should be in the operating position before adjusting the harness straps Slip your arm through the harness strap and onto one shoulder, then repeat for the other shoulder Grasp the lower adjustment strap and tighten (pull down on strap) until the backpack blower rests comfortably against the small of your back Next, grasp the upper adjustment straps and tighten (pull down on strap) until the backpack blower fits comfortably on the shoulders Once the blower feels comfortable, secure the chest strap

How do I assemble the blower tubes on my backpack blower? Place a large tube clamp onto the outer slot of the upper (wider) end of the bellows Attach upper end of bellows onto blower housing by sliding it over the air outlet The raised ridge closest to the air outlet should securely fit into the slot inside the bellows when the bellows are properly installed Tighten the large tube clamp using the assembly tool and place a tube clamp on other end of bellows Then press bellows onto throttle control handle tube and tighten the small tube clamp using the assembly tool NOTE: The position of the throttle control handle may be adjusted for comfort after the blower is strapped onto the operator’s back Join the straight tube and nozzle together by aligning raised locking tabs on straight tube with the raised locking slots on nozzle and twist to secure Assemble the connected lower tubes to the throttle control handle tube by aligning raised locking tabs on the throttle control handle tube with the raised locking slots on connected lower tubes by twisting to secure

NOTE: Check all locking connections after initial run to ensure they are tightly secured CAUTION: Make all adjustments to the harness straps before start­ing the blower to avoid the possibility of injury. How do I fill the fuel tank on the backpack blower? Loosen the fuel cap slowly by turning counterclockwise and rest the cap on a clean surface Carefully pour fuel into the tank and make sure to avoid spillage Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the gasket Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten by turning it clockwise Wipe up any fuel spillage Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before starting the product WARNING: Check for fuel leaks, which are a fire hazard. Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause serious personal injury. NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine after first use. WARNING: Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine.

Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do not smoke and stay away from open flames and sparks. Failure to safely handle fuel could result in serious personal injury. How do I start and stop the backpack blower? Blower should be on a flat, bare surface for starting Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times NOTE: After the 10th press, fuel should be visible in the primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer until you see fuel in the bulb. Unlock the cruise control (set to Idle) Set the choke lever to the START position A Pull starter grip sharply until engine attempts to run Note: Do not pull the starter grip more than five (5) times. Set the choke lever to the RUN position B Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs Note: Do not pull the starter grip more than six (6) times. NOTE: If the engine does not start, return to the START position and repeat the steps that follow. Allow the engine to run for 10 seconds before using the blower.

TO STOP THE ENGINE: To stop the engine, depress the STOP switch to the stop position “ O ” HOT RESTART OF THE ENGINE: Set the choke lever to the RUN position Lock the cruise control Then pull the starter grip until the engine runs How do I use the cruise control on the backpack blower? The cruise control can be used to operate the blower without holding the throttle trigger To engage the cruise control: Push cruise control lever down and stop at the desired throttle setting. To release the cruise control, pull cruise control lever all the way up How do I clean the exhaust port on the backpack blower? NOTE: Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust port, muffler, and/or spark arrestor screen may be¬come blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with your gas powered tool, you may need to remove these deposits to restore performance.

We highly recommend that only qualified service technicians perform this service. WARNING: Never run the blower without a muffler equipped with a spark arrestor in place. How do I store the backpack blower for less than one month? Clean all foreign material from the product Store it in a well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children and keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts Abide by all Federal and local regulations for the safe storage and handling of gasoline How do I store the backpack blower for more than 1 month? Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for gasoline Run engine until it stops 42cc Backpack Blower - Model RY08420A, RY42BPEMC 42cc Backpack Blower - Model RY08420, RY08420A Click the link below to access power tool replacement parts schematics and order parts online. For those customers that prefer ordering by phone, simply contact the Ryobi master parts distributor at toll free 1-877-545-4099, and place your order over the phone.