Suggest dissasembling and thoroughly cleaning the carb and Air filter.
I saw a video "here' on doing exactly that on a Ryobi.

I am confused as in the question above. The primer bulb has two fuel line connections, one longer than the other. Which of the two connects to the carb? Additionally, I assume the connector from the fuel tank goes to the other. This leaves a hole in the upper part of the fuel tank. I can't figure out what line goes there and how it is connected to the tank. This blower has been out of service for several months and all the lines had been removed. Hope this isn't so confusing that you are unable to determine my problem. Otherwise, all I need is directions as to connect the fuel lines as they should be. Lynn

Hi David Till,

Here is an article and video that I hope will answer your questions.
How to Replace Fuel Lines on a 2 Cycle Engine.

WJA

How old is this blower. Has it had a lot of use Sounds like it needs more air. I looked at the breakdown and I don't see an air fuel adjustment screw?:confused:

That's a good point Dale...it's about 8yrs old. I haven't had it in many dusty conditions though but that is certainly worth a look. I've actually used it more blowing light snow off the deck than leaves and suchI'll see if I can clean the airfilter a little and get anywhere w/it. Thannks again, I'll let ya know how it goes. If you think of anything else to try, please let me know!
r.r.

Air filter was clean...don't see an adjustment screw...?

Hey there! You might want to check the Reed Valve assy right on the bottom of the crankcase below the carburetor, alot of times these reed valves become worn and do not close all the way when the piston is on its way down so it is unable to push all the atomized fuel into the combustion chamber. Alot of times this will cause the engine to operate like it is running on half a cylinder and eventually the fuel will build up in the bottom of the crankcase and flood the engine making it seem like the choke is on all the time! You can purchase the reed valve assy from eReplacementParts.com : Power Tool Parts and Tool Repair for $5.10 making it a pretty inexpensive fix! Here is the link to the diagram and parts list for that particular model.

Ryobi 280r Parts List and Diagram - (41BR280C034) : eReplacementParts.com


Hope this helps! ;)

Patrick

dont want to undind you or any one else but star simpler replace fuel lines & Fuel filter in the tank .