Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product RY70101 Ryobi
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OPERA T OR'S MANUAL String T rimmer PL T3043A R Y70101 Y our new trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability , ease of operation, and operat or safety . Properly cared for , it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY W ARNING: Do not attempt to operate this trimmer until you have read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions, safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents involving fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury.
3 SAFETY ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 15 m (50 ft.) away. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
4 SYMBOLS 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 The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger.
6 FEA TURES Fig. 1 THROTTLE TRIGGER MUFFLER GUARD ST ARTER GRIP CHOKE LEVER THROTTLE CONTROL AND REAR HANDLE FRONT HANDLE DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING STRING HEAD GRASS DEFLECTOR IGNITION SWITCH UNP ACKING INSTRUCTIONS ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Carefully remove the product from the carton.
7 ASSEMBL Y MUFFLER GUARD ASSEMBLY See Figure 4. 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.
8 FILLING THE TANK 1. Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent contamination. 2. Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep fuel from escaping around the cap. 3. Carefully pour fuel mixture into the tank. Avoid spillage. 4. Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the gasket.
9 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.
10 TO START A COLD ENGINE: 1. Lay trimmer on a flat, bare surface. Move switch to “I” (RUN) position. NOTE: Unit is equipped with a positive on-off switch, make sure switch is in the “I” (RUN) position before starting the unit. 2. Push primer bulb 8 to 10 times .
11 MAINTENANCE W ARNING: Use only original manufacturer's replacement parts, accessories and attachments. Failure to do so can cause possible injury, poor performance and may void your warranty.
12 STRING REPLACEMENT See Figures 12, 13, 14 and 15. 1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire. Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer. Turn counterclockwise. 2. Remove the spool from the string head. NOTE: Keep the spring attached to the spool.
13 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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15 PROBLEM PROBLEM PROBLEM PROBLEM PROBLEM POS POS POS POS POS SIBLE CA SIBLE CA SIBLE CA SIBLE CA SIBLE CA USE USE USE USE USE SOLUTION SOLUTION SOLUTION SOLUTION SOLUTION IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOL VE THE PROBLEM CONT ACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER.
16 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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983000-200 1-03 OPERA T OR'S MANUAL String T rimmer PL T3043A R Y70101 Ryobi T echnologies GmbH Itterpark 7 D-40724 Hilden Germany T el.: +49 (0)2103 / 29 58 0 Fax : +49 (0)2103 / 29 58 29 info@ryobi-rtg.
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