Ryobi Outdoor RY30120 Advancing Trimmer Cutting Line, Grass Deflector Line Trimming CUT-OFF Blade

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OPERATION

ADVANCING TRIMMER CUTTING LINE

String advance is controlled by tapping the string head on grass while running engine at full throttle.

Run engine at full throttle.

Tap the spool retainer on ground to advance string. The string advances each time the spool retainer is tapped. Do not hold the spool retainer on the ground.

NOTE: The line trimming cut-off blade on the grass deflector will cut the line to the correct length.

If the string is worn too short you may not be able to advance the string by tapping it on the ground. If so, stop the engine and manually advance the string by pushing the spool retainer down while pulling on string(s).

GRASS DEFLECTOR LINE TRIMMING CUT-OFF BLADE

See Figure 8.

The trimmer is equipped with a line trimming cut-off blade on the grass deflector. For best cutting, advance string until it is trimmed to length by the cut-off blade. Advance the string whenever you hear the engine running faster than normal, or when trimming efficiency diminishes. This will maintain best performance and keep the string long enough to advance properly.

OPERATING THE TRIMMER

See Figure 9.

WARNING:

Always position the unit on the operator’s right side. The use of the unit on the operator’s left side will expose the user to hot surfaces and can result in possible burn injury.

WARNING:

To avoid burns from hot surfaces, never operate unit with the bottom of the engine above waist level.

Hold the trimmer with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation. Trimmer should be held at a comfortable position with the rear handle about hip height.

Always operate trimmer at full throttle. Cut tall grass from the top down. This will prevent grass from wrapping around the shaft housing and string head which could cause damage from overheating. If grass becomes wrapped around the string head, STOP THE ENGINE, disconnect the spark plug wire, and remove the grass. Prolonged cutting at partial throttle will result in oil dripping from the muffler.

LINE TRIMMING

 

CUT-OFF BLADE

Fig. 8

PROPER

 

OPERATING

 

POSITION

 

Fig. 9

DANGEROUS

CUTTING AREADIRECTION OF ROTATION

BEST CUTTING

 

AREA

Fig. 10

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Save this Manual for Future ReferenceTable of Contents IntroductionGeneral Safety Rules Read ALL InstructionsSpecific Safety Rules Specific Safety Rules for Trimmer USESpecific Safety Rules for Edger USE Symbols Symbol Name ExplanationService Symbol Signal MeaningStarter Grip Rope Rear Handle CouplerKnob Blade Guard Primer Bulb END CAP Blade Debris Flap Gear Head WheelFeatures AssemblyInstalling AN Attachment to the Power Head Removing AN Attachment from the Power HeadAttaching the Front Handle to the Power Head Shaft Operation Attaching the Grass DeflectorFueling and Refueling the Trimmer Starting and Stopping See Figures 5To Start a Cold Engine To Stop the EngineAdvancing Trimmer Cutting Line Grass Deflector Line Trimming CUT-OFF BladeOperating the Trimmer Line Trimming CUT-OFF BladeTrimmer Cutting Tips Operating the EdgerEdger Cutting Tips See Figures 9Maintenance Adjusting Edger Blade DepthGeneral Maintenance See Figures 12NEW Prewound Spool See Figures 14Spool Retainer Spring Slots Eyelets String Head Shaft String Replacement See Figures 16Arrows on Spool Anchor Hole First String SlotCleaning the Exhaust Port and Muffler Replacing and Cleaning AIR FilterSpark Plug Replacement Spark ArrestorEdger Blade Replacement See Figures 21Upper Flange Washer Gear Case Lower Flange Washer Blade NUT Holding PIN Socket WrenchDebris Flap Replacement Storage 1 Month or LongerAttaching the Storage Hanger Troubleshooting Speed. See FigureIdle Speed Screw Warranty This Product WAS Manufactured with a Catalyst MufflerLimited Warranty Statement MANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage OWNER’S Warranty ResponsibilitiesMaintenance Requirements CoverageService