Ryobi Outdoor RY30120, RY30130 manual Troubleshooting, Speed. See Figure, Idle Speed Screw

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TROUBLESHOOTING

IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER.

	PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION

Engine will not start		1. No spark.	1. Check spark. Remove spark plug. Reattach
			the spark plug cap and lay spark plug on metal
			cylinder. Pull the rope and watch for spark at
			spark plug tip. If there is no spark, repeat test
			with a new spark plug.
		2. No fuel.	2. Push primer bulb until bulb is full of fuel. If bulb
			does not fill, primary fuel delivery system is
			blocked. Contact a service dealer. If primer bulb
			fills, engine may be flooded; proceed to next
			item.
		3. Engine is flooded.	3. Set the start lever to the START position.
			Squeeze the trigger and pull the rope repeatedly
			until the engine starts and runs.
			NOTE: Depending on the severity of the flooding,
			this may require numerous pulls of the rope. See
			Starting and Stopping earlier in this manual.

Engine does not reach full speed and emits excessive smoke

1.	Incorrect oil/fuel mixture.	1.	Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-cycle oil mix.
			(50:1).
2.	Air filter is dirty.	2.	Clean air filter. Refer to Replacing and Cleaning
			Air Filter earlier in this manual.
3.	Spark arrestor screen is dirty.	3.	Contact a servicing dealer.
4.	Spark plug fouled.	4.	Clean or replace spark plug. Reset spark plug
			gap. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement earlier
			in this manual.

Engine starts, runs, and ac-		1. Idle speed screw on carburetor		1. Turn idle speed screw clockwise to increase idle
celerates but will not idle			needs adjustment.		speed. See Figure 27.

String will not advance		1. String is welded to itself.		1.	Lubricate string with silicone spray.
		2.	Not enough string on spool.	2.	Install more string. Refer to String Replacement
		3.	String is worn too short.		earlier in this manual.
		3.	String is worn too short.	3.	Pull strings while alternately pressing down on
		4.	String is tangled on spool.		and releasing spool retainer.
		4.	String is tangled on spool.	4.	Remove string from spool and rewind. Refer to
		5.	Engine speed is too slow.		String Replacement earlier in this manual.
		5.	Engine speed is too slow.	5.	Advance string at full throttle.

IDLE SPEED

SCREW

Fig. 27

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Save this Manual for Future ReferenceTable of Contents IntroductionGeneral Safety Rules Read ALL InstructionsSpecific Safety Rules for Edger USE Specific Safety RulesSpecific Safety Rules for Trimmer 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 AssemblyAttaching 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 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 12Spool Retainer Spring Slots Eyelets String Head Shaft NEW Prewound SpoolSee Figures 14 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 WrenchAttaching the Storage Hanger Debris Flap ReplacementStorage 1 Month or Longer Idle Speed Screw TroubleshootingSpeed. See Figure Warranty This Product WAS Manufactured with a Catalyst MufflerLimited Warranty Statement MANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage OWNER’S Warranty ResponsibilitiesMaintenance Requirements CoverageService