Ryobi Outdoor RY52001, RY52001A manual Spool Replacement, NEW Prewound Spool, See Figures 32

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MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

Dull or improperly sharpened chain can cause excessive engine speed during cutting which may result in severe engine damage.

WARNING:

Improper chain sharpening increases the potential of kickback. Failure to replace or repair damaged chain can cause serious injury.

SPOOL REPLACEMENT

NEW PREWOUND SPOOL

See Figures 32 - 33.

If replacing string only, refer to “String Replacement” later in this manual.

Use only monofilament string. Use original manufacturer’s replacement string for best performance.

nStop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer.

To remove the spool retainer:

nTurn the spool retainer counterclockwise.

nRemove the empty spool from the string head. Keep the spring attached to the spool.

nTo install the new spool, make sure the two strings are captured in the slots opposite each other on the new spool. Make sure the ends of each string are extended approximately 6 in. beyond each slot.

nThread the strings into the eyelets in the string head. Carefully push the spool into the string head (gently pull the strings to the outside if necessary). When the spool is positioned in the string head, grasp the strings and pull sharply to release them from the slots in the spool.

nPush down and turn the spool counterclockwise until it no longer turns. Hold the spool down and rotate clockwise a small amount. Release the spool. The spool should be locked down in the string head. If not, hold down and rotate until locked.

nMake sure the string head and the spool retainer are installed on the drive shaft.

SPOOL

RETAINER

Fig. 32

SPRING

SLOTS

EYELETS

STRING HEAD

SHAFT

Fig. 33

To install the spool retainer:

nTurn the spool retainer clockwise.

nPull the strings again to rotate the spool into cutting position. Push the spool retainer down while pulling on string(s) to manually advance the string and to check for proper assembly of the string head.

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Contents Save this Manual for Future Reference OPERATOR’S ManualIntroduction Table of ContentsRead ALL Instructions General Safety RulesRefueling Specific Safety RulesSpecific Safety Rules for Pruner USE Specific Safety Rules for Trimmer USESymbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsService BAR Coupler Knob Chain Scabbard Trimmer Attachment Product SpecificationsEngine Switch Chain Oiler Tank CAP Starter GripAssembly FeaturesPruner Attachment Installing the Shoulder StrapConnecting the Power Head to Attaching the J Barrier HandleFueling and Refueling Chain OilerPremium Exact MIX Preparation for Pruner Cutting OperationSee Figures 6 Maximum Limbing and PruningOperating the Trimmer See Figures 8Grass Deflector Line Trimming CUT-OFF Blade To Advance the Cutting LineTo Advance the Cutting Line Manually Cutting TipsPrimer Bulb Starter Grip Position for StartingStarting and Stopping To Stop the EngineSee Figures 17 MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance Chain TensionBAR NUT Chain Tensioning Screw Replacing the BARSee Figures 19 Chain BAR BAR NUTIdle Speed Screw Idle Speed AdjustmentChain Oiler Tank Replace CAP Remove HOW to Sharpen the Cutters Chain MaintenanceSee Figures 28 Spool Retainer Spring Slots Eyelets String Head Shaft Spool ReplacementNEW Prewound Spool See Figures 32First String Slot String ReplacementSee Figures 34 Arrows on Spool Anchor HoleFuel CAP Cleaning the Exhaust Port and MufflerReplacing and Cleaning AIR Filter Spark ArrestorProblem Cause Remedy TroubleshootingLimited Warranty Statement WarrantyMANUFACTURER’S Warranty Coverage Fuel Tank Assy Emissions Maintenance Schedule and Warranted Parts ListAIR Filter Assy Carburetor AssyCalifornia Proposition Service Model NO. and Serial no

RY52001, RY52001A specifications

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