Ryobi 725r, 705r manual Introduction, Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

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-understand operating instructions. Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition. The other manual that came with your power tool, the parts manual, contains all the information that you need to order parts.

PRODUCT REFERENCES,

ILLUSTRATIONS AND

SPECIFICATIONS

All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Copyright© 1998 Ryobi Outdoor Products, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Click-Link® and SpeedSpool® are registered trademarks of Ryobi Outdoor Products.

Bump Head™ is a trademark of Ryobi Outdoor Products.

SERVICE INFORMATION

Service on this unit both within and after the warranty period should be performed only by an authorized and approved service dealer.

Dial:

1-800-345-8746in the United States or 1-800-265-6778in Canada

to obtain the listing of the authorized service dealer nearest you.

DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER.

NOTE: PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.

Make sure this manual is carefully read and understood before starting or operating this equipment.

THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE US PATENTS LISTED BELOW: 5,076,149; 4,901,682; 4,779,405; 4,651,422; 4,505,040; 4,463,498; 4,369,742; 4,342,236; 4,223,441; 2,125,688; D-249,012; D-239,329;

OTHER PATENTS PENDING.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I.	California Emission Regulations		. . 3
II.	Rules for Safe Operation		4-8
	A. Important Safty Information	. .	4-5
	B. Safety and International Symbols . . .6-7
	C. Know Your Unit	. .	. .8
III.	Assembly Instructions	9-10
	A. Installing and Adjusting D-Handle
	(Model 705r)		. 9
	B. Installing and Adjusting J-Handle
	(Model 725r)	9-10
	C. Installing Cutting Attachment Shield		. 10
IV.	Oil and Fuel Information		. 11
V.	Starting/Stopping Instructions		. 12
VI.	Operating Instructions	13-15
	A. Operating Click-Link System (725r)	. .	.13
	B. Holding the Trimmer	. .	.14
	C. Adjusting Trimming Line Length . . . . .14
	D. Tips for Best Trimming Results . . .	. .	.15
	E. Decorative Trimming	. .	.15
	F. Edging - Model 725r Only	. .	.15
VII. Maintenance and Repair Instructions .15-21
	A. Maintenance Schedule		. 15
	B. Line Installation for the SpeedSpool		. 16
	C. Winding the Inner Reel with New Line		16
	D. Installing a Prewound Reel		. 17
	E. Releasing the Inner Reel		. 17
	F. Cleaning the SpeedSpool	17-18
	G. Air Filter/Muffler Cover Removal and
	Installation	. .	.18
	H. Air Filter Maintenance		. 19
	I. Carburetor Adjustment		. 20
	J. Replacing the Spark Plug		. 21
	K. Accessories and replacement parts	.	. 21
VIII. Cleaning and Storage			. 22
IX.	Transporting	. .	.22
X.	Troubleshooting Chart		. 23
XI.	Specifications		. 24
XII.	Warranty	25-26

CONTENTS OF CARTON

This unit should consist of the following:

•Model 705r or Model 725r Trimmer D-Handle and Hardware (Model 705r) J-Handle and Hardware (Model 725r) String Guard and Hardware

•Bottle of 2-Cycle Oil

•Operator's Manual

•Parts Manual

•Product Registration Card

These items may be in the hardware bag or assembled on your unit.

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