Ryobi Outdoor Trimmer manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL[...]

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 operating instructions. Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor p[...]

This unit meets the 1995 to 1998 California emissions regulations for small off-road engines. These units are identified by the label on theengine of your product. A typical identification label is shown. To ensure that yourunit continues to meet these regulations, refer to thefollowing information andinstructions in this operator's manual. MA[...]

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- selves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper acci- dent prevention measures. SYMBOL [...]

The cutting attachment may be spinning during carburetor adjustments. Wear your protective equipment and observe allsafety instructions. For units equipped with a clutch, be sure the cutting attachment stops turning when theengine idles. When the unit is turned off make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before the unitis setdown. Adjust the D[...]

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, operating and maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING " SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May[...]

SYMBOL MEANING _._ • THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY WARNING: Do not operate without the cutting attachment shield in place. Keep away from the rotating cutting attachment. I O m • ON/OFF STOP CONTROL ON / START / RUN • ON/OFF STOP CONTROL OFF OR STOP • HOT SURFACE WARNING Do not touch a hot muffler or cylinder. Y[...]

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 inch in diameter. Other optional accessories may be used with the 2079r. See list of add-ons on page 11. Grip Gas Cap Throttle Control D-Handle Air F[...]

OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS OId and/or improperly mixed fuel is usually the main 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 Blended Fuels Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as ethanol, me[...]

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 accidental starting. Be in the starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. 3). The operator and unit must be in a[...]

OPERATING THE CLICK-LINK ® SYSTEM The Click-Link ® system enables the use of these optional add-ons. Blower/Vacuum .......................... BV72Or Cultivator .............................. GC72Or Edger .................................. LE72Or Hedge Trimmer .......................... HS72Or Snow Thrower ........................... ST72Or Straig[...]

HOLDING THE TRIMMER 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 following: • The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing. • The right arm is slightly bent, and the hand is holdi[...]

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 effi- ciency and may overload the engine. • Cut grass over 8 in. (200 mm.) by working from top to bo[...]

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 break off and become a dangerous projectile. There are two methods to replace the trimming line. • Wind the inner reel with new line • Insta[...]

7. Wind the lines in tight even layers, onto the reel (Fig.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 the line in the direction indicated will cause the cutting attachment to operate inco[...]

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. 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. 1. Remove the ca[...]

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The idle speed of the engine is adjustable though the Air filter/muffler 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 improperly mixed fuel is usually the reason for the unit not running properly. Drain [...]

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 plug after every 50 hours of operation to check its condition. 1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool. Grasp the plug wire firmly and pull the cap from the spark plug. 2. Clean dirt from around the spark plug. Remove t[...]

CLEANING 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 oils such as pine and lemon, and such as kerosene, can damage plastic housi[...]

bil-" • : • • e] CAUSE Ignition switch is OFF Empty gas tank Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Engine flooded Old or improperly mixed fuel Fouled spark plug CAUSE Air Filter is Plugged Old or improperly mixed fuel Improper carburetor adjustment CAUSE Old or improperly mixed fuel Improper carburetor adjustment Cutting head bound with[...]

Engine Type ................................................................. Air-Cooled, 2-Cycle Stroke ...................................................................... 1.25 in. (31.75 mm.) Displacement ................................................................ 1.4 cu. in. (22.5 cc.) Clutch Type ........................................[...]

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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and Ryobi Outdoor Products (ROP), are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 1995 and later small off-road engine. In California, new small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the [...]

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 supplied by RYOBI and found in the reasonable judgement [...]