Page 2 - THANK YOU; SERVICE INFORMATION; OTHER PATENTS PENDING.; INTRODUCTION
2 THANK YOU Thank you for buying this quality product. This modernoutdoor power tool will provide many hours of usefulservice. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device.This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to-under-stand operating instructions. Read the whole manualand follow all t...
Page 3 - CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS; WARNING; This unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor; Accessory Part #181696 Spark Arrestor Kit.; SPARK ARRESTOR
CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS 3 WARNING NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. All U.S. Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington require, by law thatcertain internal combustion ...
Page 4 - DANGER; : Failure to obey a safety warning; SYMBOL; RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION; SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS TRIMMERS; Gasoline is highly flammable,; WHILE OPERATING
DANGER : Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or toothers. Always follow the safety precautionsto reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, andpersonal injury. WARNING : Failure to obey a safety warning can result in injury to yourself and others.Always follow th...
Page 5 - OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 5 • The cutting attachment may be spinning during carburetor adjustments. Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety instructions. Forunits equipped with a clutch, be sure the cuttingattachment stops turning when the engine idles.When the unit is turned off make s...
Page 8 - APPLICATIONS
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 1/2inch in diameter. Other optional accessories may be used withthe 2079r. See list of add-ons on page 11.
Page 9 - OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION; OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS; For proper engine operation and
OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION 9 OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS Old and/or improperly mixed fuel is usually themain reasons for the unit not running properly. Besure to use fresh, clean unleaded fuel. Follow the instructions carefully for the proper fuel/oil mixture. Definition of Blended Fuels Today's ...
Page 10 - STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS; STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS; Avoid accidental starting. Be in
STARTING/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. 1). STARTING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Avoid ac...
Page 12 - Do not remove or alter the line; HOLDING THE TRIMMER
12 Each time the head is bumped, about 1 inch (25.4 mm.)of trimming line is released. A blade in the cuttingattachment shield will cut the line to the proper length ifexcess line is released. For best results, tap the Bump Head™ on bare groundor hard soil. If line release is attempted in tall grass,...
Page 13 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Page 14 - MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS; LINE INSTALLATION; Winding the Existing Inner Reel
14 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS Indexing Teeth Inner Reel Spring Outer Spool Bump Knob™ LINE INSTALLATION 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.. These can...
Page 15 - Installing a Prewound Reel
15 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 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. 11). Inspectthe bolt inside the Bump Knob™ to ...
Page 16 - AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE; VOID
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. 21). 5. Squeeze the filter to sprea...
Page 17 - CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT; Check Fuel Mixture
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The idle speed of the engine is adjustable though the Airfilter/muffler cover (Fig 23). NOTE: Careless adjustments can seriously damage yourunit. An authorized service dealer should makecarburetor adjustments. Check Fuel Mixture Old and/or improperly mixed fuel is usually the r...
Page 18 - REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 18 REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG Use a Champion RCJ6Y spark plug (or equivalent). Thecorrect 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 a...
Page 19 - CLEANING AND STORAGE; TRANSPORTING; To avoid serious personal injury,; STORAGE
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 than60 days. Dispose of the old gasoline in accordanceto Federal, State, and Local regulations. 2. Start ...
Page 20 - TROUBLESHOOTING; ENGINE WILL NOT START
TROUBLESHOOTING 20 If further assistance is required, contact your authorized service dealer. C A U S E A C T I O N Cutting head bound with grass Stop the engine and clean cutting attachment Cutting head out of line Refill with new line Inner reel bound up Replace the inner reel Cutting head dirty C...
Page 21 - SPECIFICATIONS; ENGINE
Engine Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air-Cooled, 2-CycleStroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 22 - NOTES
Page 23 - CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
23 The California Air Resources Board and Ryobi OutdoorProducts (ROP), are pleased to explain the emissioncontrol system warranty on your 1995 and later smalloff-road engine. In California, new small off-roadengines must be designed, built and equipped to meetthe State's stringent anti-smog standard...
Page 24 - RYOBI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS; Cambridge, Ontario N1R 6K2 CANADA; LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY PERIOD OR NINETY (90) DAYS FOR PRODUCTSUSED FOR ANY COMMERCIAL PURPOSE. ACCORDINGLY, ANY SUCH IMPLIEDWARRANTIESINCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED IN THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER ...
