Ryobi 890r manual Oil And Fuel Information, Recommended Oil Type, Assembly Instructions

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

3.While holding the locking rod, loosen the nut on the blade by turning it clockwise with a 5/8 inch closed-end or socket wrench (Fig. 15).

Clockwise

Fig. 15

4.Remove the nut, blade retainer, and blade. Store the nut and blade together for future use in a secure place. Store out of reach of children.

Install the Cutting Attachment

5.Align the shaft bushing hole with the locking rod slot and insert the locking rod into the shaft bushing hole. (Fig. 8, Pg. 10). Place the blade retainer on the output shaft with the flat surface against the output shaft bushing as shown in Fig. 16. Screw the cutting attachment counterclockwise onto the output shaft. Tighten securely.

NOTE: The blade retainer must be installed on the output shaft in the position shown for the cutting attachment to work correctly.

Cutting Attachment

Blade Retainer

Output Shaft

Bushing

Locking Rod

Fig. 16

6.Remove the locking rod.

7.Install the cutting attachment shield. See Removing and Installing Cutting Attachment Shield, Pg. 10.

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, the cutting attachment shield SHALL be in place at all times while operating the unit as a grass trimmer.

OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION

RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE

Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important. Check the

oil before each use and change the oil regularly. Failure to use the correct oil, or

using dirty oil, can cause premature engine wear and failure.

Use a high-quality SAE 30 weight oil of API (American Petroleum Institute) service class SF, SG, SH.

ADDING OIL TO CRANKCASE – INITIAL USE

NOTE: This unit is shipped without being filled with oil. In order to avoid damage to the unit, put oil in the crankcase before attempting to start unit.

Your unit is supplied with one 3.4 fluid oz. (100 ml.) bottle of SAE 30 SF, SG, SH oil (Fig. 17).

NOTE: Save the bottle to measure the correct amount for future oil changes. See Changing the Oil Pg. 20.

1.Unscrew the top of the bottle of oil and remove the paper seal covering the opening. Replace top. Cut the tip off the funnel spout (Fig. 17).

2.Place the unit on a flat level surface.

3.Remove the oil plug / dipstick from the crankcase (Fig. 18).

Funnel Spout

Fig. 17

O-Ring

Oil Fill Plug/Dipstick

Oil Fill Hole

Fig. 18

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