MAINTENANCE

REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG

See Figure 20.

The cultivator uses Champion RCJ-4Y or NGK BPMR7A spark plug. Use an exact replacement and replace annually.

Remove the spark plug boot.

Loosen the spark plug by turning it counterclockwise with a socket.

Remove the spark plug.

Hand thread the new spark plug, turning it clockwise.

Tighten with a socket and torque to 170 in. lb. minimum, 190 in. lb. maximum. Do not overtighten.

CAUTION

Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross- threading will seriously damage the product.

SPARK

PLUG

To replace the spark arrestor:

Remove the five screws that hold the cover.

Note: Removing these screws requires the use of a T20 and T25 torx screwdriver.

Remove the cover.

Remove the muffler assembly and muffler gasket. It may be necessary to work the muffler assembly free from the muffler gasket.

Remove the three screws that hold the plates on the muffler.

Remove the spark arrester.

Replace the old spark arrester with the new one.

Reassemble the muffler by reinstalling the plates and tightening the three screws.

Reassemble the muffler and muffler cover and attach to the muffler gasket with the two screws.

Reinsert the muffler assembly.

Reinstall the cover on the tool and fasten with the five screws.

Note: Do not overtighten screws.

COVER

SCREW(S)

Fig. 20

REPLACING THE SPARK ARRESTOR

See figure 21.

The muffler is equipped with a spark arrestor screen inside muffler body. After extended use the screen can become dirty and may need to be replaced. If replacement is necessary, use part number 000998216.

WARNING:

To avoid a fire hazard, never run the cultivator without the spark arrestor in place.

 

 

 

MUFFLER

 

 

 

COVER

MUFFLER

 

SPARK

 

GASKET

 

 

ARRESTER

 

 

 

MUFFLER

PLATE

SCREW(S)

 

 

 

 

SCREW(S)

Fig. 20

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Ryobi Outdoor RY60511B manual Replacing the Spark Plug, Replacing the Spark Arrestor, Cover Screws, Muffler Plate Screws