Ryobi RY41002- Manuals

Page 3 - READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS; GENERAL SAFETY RULES; SPECIFIC TRIMMER SAFETY RULES

Page 3 WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safetyprecautions should always be followed to reduce therisk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, includ-ing the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY RULES Clear the work area before each use. Remove allobjects, suc...

Page 4 - SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES; ELECTRICAL SAFETY RULES

Page 4 Inspect extension cords for deterioration, cuts, or cracksin the insulation. Repair or replace the cords if anydefects appear. A nameplate on the product indicates the unit’s voltage.Never connect the product to an AC voltage that differsfrom this voltage. MAINTENANCE RULES Maintain the produ...

Page 5 - SYMBOLS

Page 5 Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Properinterpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool more safely and effectively. SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety. . Ricochet Thrown...

Page 6 - SERVICE; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Page 6 The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result indeath or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous ...

Page 7 - MOTOR; DRIVE SHAFT AND CUTTING HEAD; PACKING LIST; SPECIFICATIONS

Page 7 MOTOR Motor Type ......................................................................................................................................................... 120 V AC Operating RPM ......................................................................................................

Page 8 - FEATURES

Page 8 Fig. 1 TOP-MOUNTED MOTOR The top-mounted motor improves balance and islocated away from the dust and debris of the cuttingarea. CORD RETAINER The cord retainer helps prevent accidental unpluggingof the extension cord. DUAL LINE The dual line permits more efficient and aggressivecutting. EZ LI...

Page 9 - ATTACHING THE FRONT HANDLE; ASSEMBLY

Page 9 CONNECTING THE ATTACHMENT TO THEUPPER SHAFT See Figure 2. The coupler connects the attachment to the upper shaft. Follow these steps to connect the attachment to the uppershaft. Loosen the knob by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the end cap from the attachment shaft. Align the button with...

Page 11 - STARTING AND STOPPING THE TRIMMER; OPERATING THE TRIMMER; CUTTING TIPS; OPERATION

Page 11 WARNING: The product may throw objects during operation, caus-ing injury to the operator or to bystanders. Alwayswear suitable eye protection, boots, gloves, and long,heavy pants while operating the product. STARTING AND STOPPING THE TRIMMER See Figure 7. To start the trimmer : Press the tri...

Page 12 - ADVANCING THE CUTTING LINE MANUALLY

Page 12 Fig. 9 Fig. 10 RETAINING CAP RETAINING CAP LINE The tip of the cutting line will wear during use; thisreduces the cutting swath. If the line is not advancedoccasionally, it will wear down to the eyelet. When thetrimmer stops, the line tends to relax and may retractinto the trimmer head assem...

Page 14 - CLEANING THE TRIMMER; SERVICING THE TRIMMER; LOWER AREA; MAINTENANCE

Page 14 WARNING: Use only identical Ryobi replacement parts when ser-vicing this product. Use of any other parts may createa hazard or cause product damage. CLEANING THE TRIMMER Release the trigger, allow the trimmer to coast to a stop,and unplug the trimmer before cleaning. Clean the exterior of th...

Page 15 - REPLACING THE SPOOL

Page 15 Wind the line counterclockwise around the spool fol-lowing arrows on spool. Do not overfill. NOTE: After winding the line, there should be about 6 in. (152 mm) between the wound line and the outsideedge of the spool. Secure the line temporarily by pushing it into one of theslotted tabs on th...

Page 16 - TROUBLESHOOTING

Page 16 1. Lubricate with a silicone spray.2. Install more line (Refer to “Replacing the Cutting Line” earlier in this manual). 3. Pull lines while alternately pressing down on and releasing spool retainer. 4. Remove line from spool and rewind (Refer to “Replacing the Cutting Line” earlier in thisma...

Page 17 - ACCESSORIES

Page 17 WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed above could result in serious personal injury. REPLACEMENT PARTS String Head (RH Thread) .080 in. (2 mm) ......................................................................................................... DA03001ASpool & Lin...

Page 18 - Series

• SERVICE Now that you have purchased your product, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Authorized Service Center. Be sur to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-860-4050 for your nearest Authorized Service Center. • MODE...