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 and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with your gas powered tool, a quali- fied service technician will need to remove these deposits to restore performance.

SPARK ARRESTOR

The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every 25 hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of your product. For the location of the spark arrestor and specific cleaning in- structions, contact your nearest authorized service center.

REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER

See Figures 37 - 38.

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

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

nRemove the filter, clean it in warm soapy water. Rinse and let dry completely. For best performance, replace annually.

nReinstall the filter.

nReplace 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.

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

This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y with .025 in. electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and replace annually.

STORAGE (1 MONTH OR LONGER)

See Figure 39.

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

nClean all foreign material from the trimmer. Store it in a well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

nAbide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage and handling of gasoline. Excess fuel should be used up

LATCH

PULL COVER

TO OPEN

Fig. 37

FILTER

SLOTS ON AIR

FILTER BASE

TABS ON AIR

FILTER COVER

Fig. 38

Fig. 39

in other 2-cycle engine powered equipment.

n Always place the sheath on the saw bar when transporting or storing the pruner. The sheath is a snug fit and must be attached very carefully due to the sharp teeth on the saw chain. This is best done by grasping the sheath at one end, in the center portion of the sheath, and carefully sliding it over the chain as shown below. Use caution to avoid the sharp teeth of the chain.

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Ryobi Outdoor RY52001, RY52001A Cleaning the Exhaust Port and Muffler, Spark Arrestor, Replacing and Cleaning AIR Filter

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