Ryobi SS30, RY30540, RY30560 manual Cleaning the Exhaust Port and Muffler, Spark Arrestor, Fuel CAP

MAINTENANCE

CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER

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 become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with this gas-powered product, you may need to remove these deposits to restore performance. We highly recommend 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 the product. Spark arrestors may be in different locations depending on the model purchased. Please contact the nearest service dealer for the location of the spark arrestor for this model.

REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER

See Figures 28 - 29.

A wet or dirty air filter can affect the way the engine starts, performs, and wears. The air filter should be checked and cleaned after 5 hours of operation. For best performance, the air filter should be replaced once each year.

To clean the air filter:

Loosen the knob on the air filter cover.

Remove the cover.

Lift the edge of the air filter carefully and peel it out.

Wash the air filter with warm, soapy water.

Rinse and squeeze to dry.

Reinstall the air filter.

NOTE: Make sure the filter is seated properly inside the cover. Installing the filter incorrectly will allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear.

�Reinstall the cover.

Tighten knob to secure.

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.

AIR FILTER COVER

	PULL COVER
KNOB	TO OPEN	Fig. 28

AIR FILTER

BASE

AIR FILTER

AIR FILTER

COVER

Fig. 29

STORAGE (1 MONTH OR LONGER)

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

Clean all foreign material from the trimmer. 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.

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