Ryobi RY30923 Replacing And Cleaning Air Filter, Fuel Cap, Spark Plug Replacement, Maintenance

MAINTENANCE

REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER

See Figures 29 - 30.

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

Remove the air filter cover by pushing down on the latch with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover.

Remove the air filter and clean it in warm soapy water. Rinse and let dry completely.

Reinstall the air filter.

Replace the air filter cover by inserting the tabs on the bottom of the cover into the slots on the air filter base; push the cover up until it latches securely in place.

NOTE: For best performance, replace annually.

FUEL CAP

WARNING:

A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately.

The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor- mance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loos- ened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace fuel cap if required.

SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT

This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y or NGK BPMR7A spark plug with .025 in. electrode gap. Use an exact re- placement and replace annually.

STORING THE PRODUCT

Clean all foreign material from the product. Store idle unit indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage and handling of gasoline.

When storing 1 month or longer:

Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for gasoline. Run engine until it stops.

AIR FILTER COVER

LATCH

PULL COVER

TO OPEN

Fig. 29

AIR FILTER

BASE

AIR FILTER

AIR FILTER

COVER

Fig. 30

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