Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PBC3046E Ryobi Outdoor
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OPERA T OR'S MANU AL String T rimmer / Brushcutter PBC3046E R Y70105 Y our new trimmer has been engineered and manuf actured to Ryobi’ s high standard for dependability , ease of operation, and operat or saf ety . Proper ly cared f or , it will give y ou years of rugged, trouble-free perf or mance.
2 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Safety ......................................................................................................................... ............................................ 2 - 3 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Symbols .....................
3 SAFETY ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ The string head or blade will rotate during carburetor adjustments.
4 Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your 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 EXPLANATION Safety Alert Symbol Indicates danger, warning or caution.
5 SYMBOLS TECHNICAL D A T A Weight W it hout fuel and cutting a ttachment ............................................................................................... ....... 6.3 Kg With blade .......................................................
6 FEA TURES Fig. 1 THROTTLE TRIGGER ST ARTER GRIP ENGINE HOUSING FRONT HANDLE IGNITION SWITCH TRI-ARC BLADE BLADE GUARD SHAFT STRAP HANGER SHOULDER STRAP GEAR HEAD COUPLER KNOB GRASS DEFLECTOR CUTTING LINE LINE CUT OFF BLADE THROTTLE INTERLOCK UNP A CKING INSTRUCTIONS ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Carefully remove the product from the carton.
7 ATTACHING THE POWER HEAD TO THE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT See Figure 2. ASSEMBL Y REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD For removing or changing the attachment: 1. Loosen the knob. 2. Push in the button and twist the shafts to remove and separate ends.
8 ATTACHING THE HANDLE See Figure 4. A barrier handle should be used for ensuring the best control and maximizing operator saf ety . 1. Place the handle base and the bracket on the shaft housing belo w the spacer . 2. Install the two handle base screws and nuts, but do not tighten completely .
9 Fig. 6 SCREWS MUFFLER GUARD REAR HOUSING BENT END OF MUFFLER GUARD OPENING IN REAR HOUSING MUFFLER GUARD See Figure 6. 1. Remove muffler guard and two screws from the owner's kit. 2. Attach the muffler guard to the rear housing. NOTE: Make sure the bent end of the muffler guard fits securely into the opening of the rear housing.
10 ASSEMBL Y BLADE GUARD See Figure 8. 1. Attach the blade guard to the mounting bracket; install the four screws (10-24 x 3/4 in.) from the top of the mounting bracket through the blade guard and into the threaded mounting plates. 2. Using the torx wrench supplied, tighten all four screws securely.
11 ASSEMBL Y BLADE GUARD BLADE CUPPED W ASHER BLADE NUT HOLDING PIN Fig. 10 WRENCH (13 mm) UPPER FLANGE W ASHER INSTALLING THE BLADE See Figure 10. 1. Place the upper flange washer over the gear shaft with the hollow side toward the blade guard. 2. Center the blade on the upper flange, making sure the blade sits flat.
12 FUEL AND REFUELING HANDLING THE FUEL SAFELY ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Always handle fuel with care, it is highly flammable. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Always refuel outdoors where there are no sparks and flames. Do not inhale fuel vapors. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Do not let gasoline or oil come in contact with your skin.
13 OPERA TION ADVANCING THE STRING ADVANCING STRING USING THE EZ LINE™ TAP ADVANCE SYSTEM String advance is controlled by tapping string head on grass while running engine at full throttle. 1. Run engine at full throttle. 2. Tap string head on ground to advance string.
14 OPERA TION W ARNING Extreme care must be taken when using blades to insure safe operation. Read the safety information for safe operation using the blade, refer to “Specific Safety Rules for Brushcutter and Blade Use” earlier in this manual. ■ Always hold brushcutter with both hands when operating.
15 W ARNING Never start or run the engine inside a closed or poorly ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill. TO START A COLD ENGINE: 1 Lay trimmer on a flat, bare surface. 2 Push primer bulb 8 to 10 times. NO TE: Do not squeeze the throttle trigger bef ore engine star ts.
16 ■ You may make adjustments and repairs described here. For other repairs, have the trimmer serviced by an authorized service dealer. ■ Consequences of improper maintenance may include excess carbon deposits resulting in loss of performance and discharge of black oily residue dripping from the muffler.
17 MAINTENANCE STRING REPLACEMENT See Figures 20 and 21. 1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire. Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer. Turn clockwise. 2. Remove the spool from the string head. NOTE: Keep the spring attached to the spool.
18 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of oil used, and/or your oper ating conditions, the exhaust port and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits.
19 The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor- mance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loosened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace fuel cap if required.
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21 NO TE: The carburetor adjustment needle(s) are equipped with plastic cap(s) that prevents counterclockwise rotation from the original factory adjustment.
22 SOUND POWER/PRESSURE & HANDLE VIBRATION CHART FOR STRING TRIMMERS / BRUSHCUTTERS Information on Noise Emission per European Machine Safety Directive 98/37/EC. The individual equipment listed was operated in a manner consistent with normal working conditions.
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OPERA T OR'S MANU AL String T rimmer / Brushcutter PBC3046E R Y70105 983000-202 1-03 Ryobi T echnologies GmbH Itterpark 7 D-40724 Hilden Germany T el.
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