Ryobi Outdoor CS30, SS30, BC30 manual Cleaning the Exhaust Port and Muffler Spark Arrestor

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MAINTENANCE

CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER

NOTE: 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 be- come 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 recommended 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 product. 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 29 - 30.

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

1.Remove the air filter cover by turning the knob counterclockwise while gently pulling on the cover.

2.Remove the air filter, clean it in warm soapy water. Rinse and let dry completely. For best performance, replace annually.

3.Install the air filter. Align and install the air filter cover on the air filter base. Secure the air filter cover by turning the knob clockwise.

AIR FILTER COVER

KNOB

Fig. 29

AIR FILTER

BASE

AIR FILTER

AIR FILTER
COVER	Fig. 30

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Contents Operators Manual Introduction Table of ContentsRead ALL Instructions General Safety RulesSpecific Safety Rules Specific Safety Rules for Trimmer USESpecific Safety Rules for BRUSHCUT- TER and Blade USE Symbol Name Explanation SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning ServiceUnpacking SpecificationsCS30 RY30020, RY30023 FeaturesSS30 RY30040, RY30043 Attaching the Power Head to the Attachment AssemblyRemoving the Attachment from the Power Head Attaching the Storage HangerAttaching the J Barrier Handle BC30 Attaching the Front Handle CS30 and SS30Attaching the Brushcutter Guard BC30 Attaching the Grass DeflectorTo Attach the Curved Shaft Grass Deflector CS30 To Attach the Straight Shaft Grass Deflector SS30Converting from Brushcutter to String Trimmer BC30 Attaching the Shoulder Harness BC30Removing the TRI-ARC Blade Brushcutter Guard See Figures 10Installing the TRI-ARC Blade Brushcutter Guard Converting from String Trimmer to Brushcutter BC30Removing the Straight Shaft Grass Deflector and String Head Operation Fueling and Refueling the TrimmerOperating the Trimmer To Advance the Cutting Line Manually To Advance the Cutting LineCutting Tips See Figures 16Blade Thrust Operating the BrushcutterTRI-ARC Blade Cutting Technique BladeSee Figures 21 Starting and StoppingTo Start a Cold Engine To Stop the EngineSpool Replacement MaintenanceNEW Prewound Spool See Figures 24See Figures 26 String ReplacementCleaning the Exhaust Port and Muffler Spark Arrestor Replacing and Cleaning AIR FilterSee Figures 29 Fuel CAP Spark PlugStorage 1 Month or Longer Problem Possible Cause Solution TroubleshootingCall Manufacturers Warranty Coverage WarrantyPage Emissions Maintenance Schedule and Warranted Parts List Service