Ryobi 875r manual Rocker ARM Clearance, Remove the rocker arm cover and gasket

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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

ROCKER ARM CLEARANCE

This requires disassembly of the engine. If you feel unsure or unqualified to perform this, take the unit to an authorized service center.

NOTE: Inspect the valve to rocker arm clearance with a feeler gauge after the first 10 hours of operation and then every 50 hours of operation thereafter.

•The engine must be cold when checking or adjusting the valve clearance.

•This task should be performed inside, in a clean, dust free area.

1.Remove the muffler cover by pressing down on the corner with a flat blade screwdriver (Fig. 38). Slide the notches on the sides of the muffler cover over the tabs on the engine cover and remove

Engine Cover

Muffler Cover

Fig. 38

2.Remove the two (2) screws on top of the engine cover with a phillips screwdriver (Fig. 39).

Top View Of The Engine

Engine Cover

Remove Screws

Muffler

Fig. 39

3. Remove the screw behind the engine cover (Fig. 40).

Screw

Fig. 40

4.Disconnect the spark plug wire.

5.Clean dirt from around the spark plug. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head by turning a 5/8 in. socket counterclockwise.

6.Remove the engine cover (Fig. 39).

7.Clean dirt from around the rocker arm cover. Remove the screw holding the rocker arm cover with a large flat blade screwdriver or Torx T25 bit

(Fig. 41). Remove the rocker arm cover and gasket.

Rocker Arm Cover

Spark Plug Hole

Fig. 41

8.Pull the starter rope slowly to bring the piston to the top of its travel, (known as top dead center). Check that:

•The piston is at the top of its travel while looking in the spark plug hole (Fig. 41).

•Both rocker arms move freely, and both valves are closed.

If not, repeat this step.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Table of Contents IntroductionCalifornia Emission Regulations Spark ArrestorRules for Safe Operation Symbol MeaningSafety Warnings for GAS Trimmers Before OperatingOther Safety Warnings While OperatingFor Service INFORMATION, Call Safety and International SymbolsSymbolmeaning Safety Alert Symbol Unleaded FuelHOT Surface Warning ON/OFF Stop ControlSharp Blade Choke Control Know Your Unit ApplicationsAssembly Instructions Adjusting the J-HANDLERecommended OIL Type OIL and Fuel InformationAdding OIL to Crankcase Initial USE Recommended Fuel Type Using Blended FuelsUsing Fuel Additives Fueling UnitStopping Instructions STARTING/STOPPING InstructionsStarting Instructions Cold Start First Start of the Day or Engine Ran Out of FuelOperating the CLICK-LINKSYSTEM Installing the Cutting Attachment or Add-OnsOperating Instructions Removing the Cutting Attachment or Add-OnsHolding the Trimmer Adjusting Trimming Line LengthTips for Best Trimming Results Frequency Maintenance Required Refer to Maintenance and Repair InstructionsMaintenance Schedule Decorative TrimmingLine Installation for the Speedspool Winding the Inner Reel With New LineInstalling a Prewound Reel Releasing the Inner ReelSpeedspool Replacement Parts Cleaning the SpeedspoolChecking the OIL Level Changing the OILAIR Filter Maintenance Cleaning the Air FilterAdjust Idle Speed Screw Carburetor AdjustmentClean Air Filter Check FuelRocker ARM Clearance Remove the rocker arm cover and gasketRocker Arms Adjusting Nuts Feeler Gauge Gasket ACCESSORIES/REPLACEMENT Parts Spark Arrestor MaintenanceReplacing the Spark Plug Storage Cleaning and StorageCleaning Long Term StorageU S E TroubleshootingT I O N Specifications EnginePage Owners Warranty Responsibilities Manufacturers Warranty CoverageOPERATOR’S Manual Part no REV. a

875r specifications

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