Ryobi Outdoor RY30130, RY30120 Cleaning the Exhaust Port and Muffler, Spark Arrestor, Fuel CAP

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MAINTENANCE

CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER

Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of oil used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust port, muffler, and/or spark arrestor screen may become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with your gas powered tool, you may need to remove these deposits to restore performance. We highly recommend that only qualified service technicians perform this service.

SPARK ARRESTOR

The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every 25 hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of your prod- uct. Spark arrestors may be in different locations depending on the model purchased. Please contact your nearest service dealer for the location of the spark arrestor for your model.

REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER

See Figures 19 - 20.

For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean. For best performance, replace annually.

Remove the air filter cover by pushing down on the latch with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover.

Remove the air filter and clean it in warm soapy water. Rinse and let dry completely.

Reinstall the air filter.

Replace the air filter cover by inserting the tabs on the bottom of the cover into the slots on the air filter base; push the cover up until it latches securely in place.

FUEL CAP

WARNING:

A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately.

The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor- mance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loos- ened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace fuel cap if required.

SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT

This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y or NGK BPMR7A spark plug with .025 in. (0.63 mm) electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and replace annually.

AIR FILTER COVER

LATCH

PULL COVER

TO OPEN

Fig. 19

AIR FILTER

BASE

AIR FILTER

AIR FILTER

COVER

Fig. 20

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Contents Save this Manual for Future Reference OPERATOR’S ManualIntroduction Table of ContentsRead ALL Instructions General Safety RulesSpecific Safety Rules for Edger USE Specific Safety RulesSpecific Safety Rules for Trimmer USE Symbol Name Explanation SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning ServiceCoupler Starter Grip Rope Rear HandleKnob Blade Guard Primer Bulb END CAP Blade Debris Flap Gear Head WheelAssembly FeaturesAttaching the Front Handle to the Power Head Shaft Installing AN Attachment to the Power HeadRemoving AN Attachment from the Power Head Fueling and Refueling the Trimmer OperationAttaching the Grass Deflector See Figures 5 Starting and StoppingTo Start a Cold Engine To Stop the EngineGrass Deflector Line Trimming CUT-OFF Blade Advancing Trimmer Cutting LineOperating the Trimmer Line Trimming CUT-OFF BladeOperating the Edger Trimmer Cutting TipsEdger Cutting Tips See Figures 9Adjusting Edger Blade Depth MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance See Figures 12Spool Retainer Spring Slots Eyelets String Head Shaft NEW Prewound SpoolSee Figures 14 See Figures 16 String ReplacementArrows on Spool Anchor Hole First String SlotReplacing and Cleaning AIR Filter Cleaning the Exhaust Port and MufflerSpark Plug Replacement Spark ArrestorSee Figures 21 Edger Blade ReplacementUpper Flange Washer Gear Case Lower Flange Washer Blade NUT Holding PIN Socket WrenchAttaching the Storage Hanger Debris Flap ReplacementStorage 1 Month or Longer Idle Speed Screw TroubleshootingSpeed. See Figure This Product WAS Manufactured with a Catalyst Muffler WarrantyLimited Warranty Statement OWNER’S Warranty Responsibilities MANUFACTURER’S Warranty CoverageMaintenance Requirements CoverageService