Page 2 - INTRODUCTION; TABLE OF fNQMTCKiTq; THANK YOU; OTHER PATENTS PENDING.
INTRODUCTION TABLE OF fNQMTCKiTq V i /I V/Vi/I V I I V/ 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 ope...
Page 3 - CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS; WARNING; SPARK ARRESTOR; This unit is factoty equipped with a spark arrestor.; If it requires; Accessory Part #181696 Spark Arrestor Kit; warning
CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS This unit meets the 1995 to 1998 California emissions regulations for small off-road engines. These units are identified by the label on the engine of your product. A typical identification label is shown. To ensure that your unit continues to meet these regulations, ...
Page 4 - o A c c Q p p p - j i Q j y; • rMPORTANT SAFETY iNFORMATrON
R U L E ^ o A c c Q p p p - j i Q j y It Vr Ì m E m w ■ Vp/ ri I I— Vp/ 1 rnim ri I IV/I^ The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your atten tion to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by them...
Page 5 - c A c c; OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
R U L E ^ c A c c Q p p p * Y | Q | y t i w L o ^ w I V p / l i I Lm , V p / I — I I V p / I ^ . 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 ...
Page 6 - o A c c; and ear/hearing protection when operating this unit.
R U L E ^ o A c c Q p p p - j i Q j y It Vr iMlMi w ■ Vp/ ri I I— Vp/ Emm ri I I Vp/ ■ ^ SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL 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, opera...
Page 7 - rotating cutting attachment.
R U L E ^ c A c c Q p p p * Y | Q | y t i w L o ^ w I V p / l i I Lm , V p / I — I I V p / I ^ . SYMBOL MEANING • THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY WARNING: Do not operate without the cutting attachment shieid in place. Keep away from the rotating cutting attachment. • ON/OF...
Page 8 - KNOW YOUR UNIT; APPLICATIONS
R U L E ^ o A c c Q p p p - j i Q j y It Vr Ì m E m w ■ Vp/ ri I I— Vp/ 1 rnim ri I IV/I^ KNOW YOUR UNIT 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 in...
Page 9 - OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION; OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS; Definition of Blended Fuels
OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS I | \ O i d and/or improperly mixed fuel is usually the ^^Imain 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. Definition of Blende...
Page 10 - STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS; STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS; STOP; STARTING INSTRUCTIONS; Oil and Fuel Mixing Instructions
STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS 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. 1). STARTING INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING: Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting ...
Page 11 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; OPERATING THE CLICK-LINK® SYSTEM; Removing the Cutting Attachment or Add-Ons:
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING THE CLICK-LINK® SYSTEM The Click-Link® system enables the use of these optional add-ons. Blower/Vacuum.................................................... BV720r Cultivator ............................................................. GC720r Edger.......................
Page 12 - HOLDING THE TRIMMER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOLDING THE TRIMMER A WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Fig. 7). Check for the foliowing: • The operator is wearing eye protection and p...
Page 13 - TIPS FOR BEST TRIMMING RESULTS; MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TIPS FOR BEST TRIMMING RESULTS • Keep the cutting attachment parallel to the ground. • Do not force the cutting attachment. Allow the tip of the line to do the cutting, especially along walls. Cutting with more than the tip will reduce cutting efficiency and may overload the ...
Page 14 - LINE INSTALLATION; Winding the Existing Inner Reel
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS LINE INSTALLATION Always use genuine Ryobl 0.095 inch (2.41 mm.) replacement line. Larger line may make the engine overheat or fail. A WARNING: Never use metai-reinforced line, wire, or rope, etc.. These can break off and become a dangerous projectile. There are t...
Page 15 - installing a Prewound Reel
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 7. Wind the lines in tight even layers, onto the reel (Flg.15). Wind the line in the direction Indicated on the inner reel. Place your index finger between the two lines to stop the lines from overlapping. Do not overlap the ends of the line. NOTE: Failure to wind...
Page 16 - AIR; VOID
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS AIR filter maintenance Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. NOTE: Operating the unit without the air filter and air filter/muffler cover assembly, will VOID the warranty. A WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn your trimmer...
Page 17 - CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT; Check Fuel Mixture
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The idle speed of the engine is adjustable though the Air filter/muffier 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...
Page 18 - REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG Use a Champion RCJ6Y spark plug {or equivalent). The correct air gap is 0.025 in. (0.655 mm.). Remove the plugafter every 50 hours of operation to check its condition. 1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool. Grasp the plug wire firmly and...
Page 19 - CLEANING AND STORAGE; CLEANING; TRANSPORTING
CLEANING AND STORAGE CLEANING A WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn your trimmer off and allow it to cool before you clean or do any maintenance on it. Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit. Do not use strong detergents. Household cleaners that contain aromatic oi...
Page 20 - TROUBLESHOOTING; ENGINE LACKS POWER OR STALLS WHEN CUTTING
TROUBLESHOOTING 1^! 1^1 i C A U S E A C T I O N ignition switch is OFF Turn switch to ON Empty gas tank Fill fuel tank Primer buib wasn't pressed enough Press primer buib fully and slowly 5-7 times Engine fiooded Use starting procedure with choke lever in the RUN position, Pg. 10 Old or improperiy m...
Page 21 - SPECIFICATIONS; ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Engine Type ........... .. .................... ............... ....................... .................... ............... ......................... Air-Cooled, 2-CycieStroke .................. ............................................................ ........................
Page 24 - LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY; RYOBI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY RYOBI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS warrants each new RYOBI Product for two (2) years according to the following terms. This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of original retail purchase. Any part of the RYOBI Product manufactured or suppli...