Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 2079r Ryobi
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2 THANK YOU Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to-under- stand operating instructions.
CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULA TIONS 3 W ARNING NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. All U.S.
DANGER : Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fir e, electric shock, and personal injury . WARNING : Failur e to obey a safety warning can result in injury to yourself and others.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION 5 • The cutting attachment may be spinning during carburetor adjustments. Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety instructions. For units equipped with a clutch, be sure the cutting attachment stops turning when the engine idles.
SAFETY AND INTERNA TIONAL 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 • THROWN OBJECTS AND ROT A TING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJUR Y WARNING: Do not operate without the cutting attachment shield in place. Keep away fr om the rotating cutting attachment. • ON/OFF STOP CONTROL ON / ST ART / RUN • ON/OFF STOP CONTROL OFF OR STOP • HOT SURF ACE WARNING Do not touch a hot muffler or cylinder .
APPLICATIONS As a trimmer; • Cutting grass and light weeds. • Edging • Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc. With optional brushcutter kit; • Cutting weeds and light bush of up to 1/2 inch in diameter. Other optional accessories may be used with the 2079r.
OIL AND FUEL INFORMA TION 9 OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS Old and/or improperly mixed fuel is usually the main reasons for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh, clean unleaded fuel. Follow the instructions carefully for the proper fuel/oil mixture.
ST AR TING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS 10 Starter Rope Throttle Control Fig. 3 STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Release your hand from the throttle control (Fig. 3). Allow the engine to cool down by idling. 2. Put the Start / Stop Engine Control in the STOP position (Fig.
11 CAUTION: The cutting attachment and add-ons with the Click-Link ® system are to be used in the primary hole unless stated otherwise in the specific add-ons operator ’ s manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to personal injury , or damage to the unit.
12 Each time the head is bumped, about 1 inch (25.4 mm.) of trimming line is released. A blade in the cutting attachment shield will cut the line to the proper length if excess line is released. For best results, tap the Bump Head ™ on bare ground or hard soil.
OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 13.
14 MAINTENANCE AND REP AIR INSTRUCTIONS Indexing Teeth Inner Reel Spring Outer Spool Bump Knob ™ LINE INST ALLA TION Always use genuine Ryobi 0.095 inch (2.41 mm.) replacement line. Larger line may make the engine overheat or fail. WARNING: Never use metal-reinforced line, wire, or rope, etc.
15 MAINTENANCE AND REP AIR INSTRUCTIONS 10. Hold the inner reel in place and install the Bump Knob ™ by turning clockwise. Tighten securely. Installing a Prewound Reel 1. Hold the outer spool with one hand and unscrew the Bump Knob ™ counterclockwise (Fig.
Carburetor/ Air Filter Cover 16 3. Wash the filter in detergent and water (Fig. 20). Rinse the filter thoroughly and allow it to dry. 6. Reinstall the filter (Fig. 19) and air filter cover (Fig. 18). 4. Apply enough clean motor oil to lightly coat the filter (Fig.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The idle speed of the engine is adjustable though the Air filter/muffler cover (Fig 23). NOTE: Careless adjustments can seriously damage your unit. An authorized service dealer should make carburetor adjustments. Check Fuel Mixture Old and/or improperly mixed fuel is usually the reason for the unit not running properly.
MAINTENANCE AND REP AIR INSTRUCTIONS 18 REPLACING THE SP ARK PLUG Use a Champion RCJ6Y spark plug (or equivalent). The correct air gap is 0.025 in. (0.655 mm.). Remove the plug after every 50 hours of operation to check its condition. 1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
CLEANING AND STORAGE 19 LONG TERM STORAGE If the unit will be stored for an extended time, 1. Drain all gasoline from the gas tank into a container . Do not use gas that has been stored for more than 60 days. Dispose of the old gasoline in accordance to Federal, State, and Local regulations.
TROUBLESHOOTING 20 If further assistance is requir ed, contact your authorized service dealer . CAUSE ACTION Cutting head bound with grass Stop the engine and clean cutting attachment Cutting head out.
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23 The California Air Resources Board and Ryobi Outdoor Products (ROP), are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 1995 and later small off-road engine. In California, new small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY PERIOD OR NINETY (90) DAYS FOR PRODUCTS USED FOR ANY COMMERCIAL PURPOSE. ACCORDINGLY, ANY SUCH IMPLIEDWARRANTIES INCLUDING M.
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