Ryobi Outdoor RY60511A User's Manual
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1. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Fail ure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury Do operate the cultivator while under the influence of alcohol or drugs SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS E Do not put hands or feet near or under tines Read the operator s manual carefully Be thoroughly famil Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling iar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly Never allow children to operate the equipment Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction Wear eye protection that is marked to comply with ANSI 787 1 standards as well as hearing protection when op erating this unit Wear heavy long pants boots and gloves Do not wear loose fitting clothing short pants jewelry of any kind or go barefoot Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts Keep all bystanders children and pets at least 50 ft away Keep the area of operation clear of all persons particularly small children and pets Never operate the cultivator without good visibility Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects Do not operate the machine without wearing adequate outer garments Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts2. penetrating oils etc come in contact a socket with plastic parts Chemicals can damage weaken or Remove the spark plug destroy plastic which may result in serious personal E Hand thread the new spark plug turning it clockwise injury E Tighten with a socket and torque to 170 Ib minimum 190 in Ib maximum Do not overtighten Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer All other parts should be replaced at a Ryobi Authorized Service Center A CAUTION Be careful not to cross thread the spark plug Cross threading will seriously damage the product CLEANING THE AIR FILTER See Figure 19 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 8 hours of operation If working in dusty soil check the air filter after each refueling 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 MAINTENANCE SPARK ARRESTOR The muffler is equipped with a spark arrestor screen inside muffler body After extended use the screen can become dirty and may need to have the muffler replaced by an au thorized servicing dealer A WARNING To avoid a
3. all applicable regulations Ryobi Technologies Inc also warrants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your non road or small off road engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to conform with applicable regulations for a period of two years The 1995 and later small off road engines are warranted for two years in California In all other states for 1997 and later model years EPA requires manufacturers to warrant non road engines for two years These warranty periods will begin on the date the non road or small off road engine is purchased by the initial purchaser If any emission related part on your engine is defective the part will be replaced by Ryobi Technologies Inc at no cost to the owner Ryobi Technologies Inc shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized Ryobi Technologies Inc engine dealer or warranty station Any authorized work done at an authorized dealer or warranty station shall be free of charge to the owner if such work determines that a war ranted part is defective Any manufacturer approved or equivalent replacement part may be used for any warranty maintenance or repairs on emission related parts and must be provided free of charge to the owner if the part is still under warranty Ryobi Technologies Inc is liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty The California Air Resources Board s Emission
4. durability or that has been altered or modified so as to change its intended use The warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which are either INCOMPATIBLE WITH THE RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC product or adversely affect its operation performance or durability In addition this warranty does not cover A Tune ups Spark Plugs Carburetor Adjustments Filters Wear items Bump Knobs Outer Spools Cutting Lines Inner Reels Starter Pulley Starter Ropes Drive Belts Tines Felt Washers Hitch Pins Ryobi Technologies Inc reserves the right to change or improve the design of any Ryobi Technologies Inc product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD ACCORDINGLY ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE ARE DISCLAIMED IN THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE APPROPRIATE TWO YEAR ONE YEAR OR NINETY DAY WARRANTY PERIOD RYOBI S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS AND RYOBI DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY OTHER OBLIGATION SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU RYOBI ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL CO
5. notice a problem with the cultivating operation of the unit check for proper tine positioning L HITCH PIN ADJUSTMENTS lt TENT ES A WARNING w SAA 2 prevent accidental starting that could cause serious ar SUPPORT personal injury always disconnect the spark plug wire 7 POSITION when making adjustments S 2 6 ADJUSTING WHEEL POSITION See Figures 15 17 The wheel position of the unit is adjustable Holes on the wheel support rod offer different heights to choose from in both the A and B positions E Install the wheel assembly accessory in position A to transport the cultivator to and from the work area E For general cultivating remove the wheel assembly to al low deep penetration of the tine blades into the cultivating surface m The wheel assembly accessory may be installed in posi tion to allow use of the drag bar during cultivating Ye AF REMOVED IS FOR GENERAL ADJUSTING DRAG BAR POSITION NES CULTIVATING See Figure 18 The drag bar may be used to help control the cultivator s speed and depth of operation It is located in a slot on the wheel assembly support and is secured with a pull pin To adjust the height of the drag bar Remove the pull pin Shift the drag bar up or down depending on the depth you are trying to achieve E Reinsert the pull pin through the wheel support and drag bar to secure 6 WHEEL Wek SUPPORT POSIT
6. of the machine or its engine E Never start or run the engine inside a closed area Breath ing exhaust fumes will kill you Never pick or carry a machine while the engine is running E Keep machine in good working condition Check all nuts bolts and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition E Never store the machine with fuel the fuel tank E Keep the unit free of grass leaves or grease to reduce the chance of a fire hazard SERVICE Before cleaning repairing or inspecting shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent starting Service on the cultivator must be performed by qualified repair personnel only Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in injury to the user or damage to the product Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the cultivator Use of unauthorized parts may create a risk of serious injury to the user or damage to the product SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES REFUELING E Do not use near underground electric cables telephone lines pipes or hoses If in doubt contact your utility or telephone company to locate underground services If the unit strikes a foreign object stop the engine dis connect the spark plug thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage and repa
7. should face away from the gear box Place a felt washer on each side of the tine shaft and slide to rest against the inner tines Place the outer tine labeled on the left side of the tine shaft The stamped side should face in toward tine C Place the outer tine labeled A on the right side of the tine shaft The stamped side should face in toward tine B FELT FLAT EDGE WASHER ANGLED EDGE TINE C WHEEL ASSEMBLY SUPPORT WHEEL ASSEMBLY SUPPORT ROD NOTE When installed correctly the angled edge of the tine blades should face the ground To secure the tines to the tine shaft insert the hitch pin into the holes located on either side of the tine shaft NOTE The unit will not operate properly if the tines are in stalled incorrectly If you notice problem with the cultivating operation of the unit check for proper tine positioning FELT TINE A WASHER TINE SHAFT ASSEMBLY WARNING Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explo sive To prevent serious personal injury and property dam age handle it with care Keep away from ignition sources handle outdoors only do not smoke while mixing gasoline and oil together and wipe up spills immediately MIXING THE FUEL See Figure 6 The cultivator is powered by a two stroke air cooled engine and requires a fuel mixture of gasoline and 2 cycle fuel oil NOTE Always mixtwo cycle engine oil like Ryobi s Exact Mix Semi
8. the performance of required maintenance listed in your operator s manual Ryobi Technologies Inc recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your non road or small off road engine but Ryobi Technologies Inc cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the per formance of all scheduled maintenance Any replacement part or service that is equivalent in performance and durability may be used in non warranty maintenance or repairs and shall not reduce the warranty obligations of the engine manufacturer b As the non road or small off road engine owner you should be aware however that Ryobi Technologies Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your non road or small off road engine or a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications c You are responsible for presenting your non road or small off road engine to a Ryobi Technologies Inc service dealer as soon as a problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact a Ryobi Technologies Inc Customer Representative at 1 800 860 4050 COVERAGE Ryobi Technologies Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your non road or small off road engine will be designed built and equipped at the time of sale to meet
9. AR 7 QB S lt 7 KNOW YOUR CULTIVATOR See Figure 1 Before attempting to use this product familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules ENGINE SWITCH The engine switch controls the ignition system The switch must be in the ON I position for the engine to start and run To stop place the switch in the OFF O position JUST ADD SAND Putting sand in the sand tank allows greater stability when operating the cultivator and also gives added weight to the ma chine allowing it to cultivate with less effort and vibration RECOIL STARTER The recoil starter is used for starting the engine 1 2 RECOIL STARTER FUEL TANK TINE SHIELD ASSEMBLY ACCESSORY PRIMER BULB The primer bulb pumps fuel from the fuel tank to the carburetor This is necessary only when starting a cold en gine or after refueling an engine that has run out of fuel START LEVER The start lever opens and closes the choke valve in the carburetor The START position enriches the fuel mixture for starting a cold engine The RUN position provides the correct fuel mixture for normal operation after starting or for restarting a warm engine THROTTLE LEVER The throttle lever controls the rotation speed of the tines Completely engage the throttle lever while cultivating ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly WARNING E Carefully remove the tool and any acc
10. ION B MAINTENANCE E 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 E Reinstall the cover E Tighten knob to secure A WARNING When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side AIR FILTER shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust If operation is dusty also wear a dust mask A WARNING Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for all moving parts to stop and discon nect spark plug wire and move it away from spark plug Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use Use clean cloths to remove dirt dust oil grease etc REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG See Figure 20 The cultivator uses NGK BPMR7A or Champion RCJ 6Y spark plug Use an exact replacement and replace annually A WARNING E Remove the spark plug boot E Loosen the spark plug by turning it counterclockwise with Do not at any time let brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products
11. NSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER AND EXPENSE OF DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE OWNER MECHANIC S TRAVEL TIME TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED TRAVEL LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY LOSS OF REVENUE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT LOSS OF TIME OR INCONVENIENCE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This warranty applies to all Ryobi Technologies Inc Products manufactured by Ryobi Technologies Inc and sold in the United States and Canada To locate your nearest service dealer dial 1 800 860 4050 20 NOTES 21 OPERATOR S MANUAL RYOR CULTIVATOR RY60511A A WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 e SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool should a need ever exist for repair parts or service simply contact your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit Please call 1 800 860 4050 for your nearest Ryo
12. OPERATOR S MANUAL CULTIVATOR RY60511A Your cultivator has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi s high standard for dependability ease of operation and operator safety When properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance Thank you for buying a Ryobi product SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TABLE CONTENTS MOG CUON arosai 2 General safety RUGS E A 3 Specific Safety RUES EEEREN E EKOA EAEE AARAA RENAE et rene AAAS eee EERE EAEEREN ena 4 SVODI Sar 5 6 7 ASSOMDIY E deei ees 8 11 11 13 PACSUN STATS 14 e a ricer veneeee need oved caren neve eck 15 16 WOUDIGSMOOTING tess gece cc tsuces E 17 18 20 5 Gace et anc tireless estes 22 INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate GENERAL SAFETY RULES Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces A WARNING
13. RECOIL STARTER NOTE Several passes over the same path may be required to reach the desired depth Do not try to dig too deeply in the first pass If the machine jumps or bucks allow the unit to move forward at a slightly faster rate or install wheel as sembly accessory To dig more deeply lift up on the handlebar Apply downward OPERATION pressure on the handlebar for more shallow cultivating If the machine stays and digs in one spot try rocking the unit from side to side to start it moving forward again If the soil is very hard water a few days before cultivating Avoid working the soil when soggy or wet Wait a day or two after heavy rain for the ground to dry GENERAL CULTIVATING See Figure 14 Shallow cultivating less than 2 in deep can be used to disrupt weeds and aerate soil without injuring nearby plant roots It should be done often so that weeds do not grow large and cause tangling in the tines of the unit The two outer tine blades can be removed from the unit to allow a more narrow cultivating width To remove the two outer tines E Disconnect the spark plug Remove the hitch pins from the holes on the ends of the tine shaft Remove the outside tine blades and felt washers from the tine shaft Place hitch pins the holes that were uncovered when felt washers were removed NOTE The unit will not operate properly if the tines are in stalled incorrectly If you
14. Synthetic Oil with gasoline before fueling the unit Run ning the cultivator on gasoline alone will ruin the engine Use a mixture of 50 parts unleaded regular gasoline and 1 part two stroke engine oil 50 1 Use branded 87 octane R M 2 unleaded gasoline or gasohol maximum 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE no methyl alcohol NOTE Always mix oil and gas in the proper proportions 2 6 ounces of oil to one gallon of unleaded gasoline To mix the oil and fuel together for use E Pour 1 2 gallon of gasoline into a clean gas can or other container approved for fuel storage Do not mix the fuel and oil directly in the cultivator s fuel tank Add 2 6 ounces of two cycle engine oil to the gasoline mixture Add the remaining 1 2 gallon of gasoline Close the container holding the gas oil mix and swirl the can to blend contents together NOTE Do not mix more than you will use in a month and shake the container to blend thoroughly before each use Using an old fuel mixture can cause starting difficulty or engine damage 1 Gallon 10 ADDING FUEL TO CULTIVATOR See Figure 7 When adding fuel to the cultivator make sure the unit is sit ting on level ground and that the engine is not hot Fuel only with recommended 50 1 mixture of gasoline and oil as described in Mixing the Fuel To add fuel to the cultivator E Clean area around fuel tank cap if necessary Remove the fuel tank cap Insert a clean funnel into
15. Warranty Parts List specifically defines the emission related warranted parts regu lations do not include a parts list but EPA considers emission related warranted parts to include all the parts listed below These warranted parts are Carburetor Spark Plug Ignition Air Filter and Fuel Filter MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS The owner is responsible for the performance of the required maintenance as defined by Ryobi Technologies Inc in the operator s manual LIMITATIONS The Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following repair or replacement required because of misuse or neglect lack of required maintenance repairs improperly performed or replace ments not conforming to Ryobi Technologies Inc specifications that adversely affect performance and or durability and alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing by Ryobi Technologies Inc and b replacement of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for required maintenance at and after the first scheduled re placement point The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emissions Compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emission requirements Category C 50 hours B 125 hours and A 300 hours 18 WARRANTY EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND WARRANTED PARTS LIST Emissions Parts Inspect Before Clean Every Replace Every Clean Every Each Us
16. bi Authorized Service Center You can also check our web site at www ryobitools com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers MODEL NO AND SERIAL NO The model number of this tool will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing Please record the model number and serial number in the space provided below HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS When ordering repair parts always give the following information e MODEL NUMBER RY60511A e SERIAL NUMBER RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson SC 29625 Post Office Box 1207 Anderson SC 29622 1207 Phone 1 800 860 4050 983000 580 2 05
17. dition leading to possible serious personal injury ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY ACCESSORY See Figures 3 4 Use the wheel assembly accessory to transport the unit to and from the work area To install Raise the adjustment knob located at the back of the tine shield Twist slightly to secure in the raised position Insert the wheel assembly support rod into the opening beneath the adjustment knob To place the wheels in a high position insert the rod to the first hole For a lower wheel position insert the rod to the second hole E Rotate the adjustment knob the opposite direction to return it to the seated position which will secure the wheel assembly in place E Insert the drag bar into the open slot in the wheel as sembly support rod Insert pull pin through holes in support rod passing through desired hole in drag bar to secure drag bar at desired height INSTALLING THE TINES See Figure 5 The cultivator has four tines two inner tines labeled B and C and two outer tines labeled A and D For correct opera tion of the unit the tines must be installed in the correct orientation Lean the unit back on its wheels so that the handlebar rests on the ground Place tine on the tine shaft to the left of the gear box The stamped side of the tine should face away from the gear box Place tine on the tine shaft to the right of the gear box The stamped side of the tine
18. e 5 Hours 25 Hours or Yearly 25 Hours or Yearly AIR FILTER ASSY INCLUDES FILTER SPARK SCREEN CARBURETOR ASSY INCLUDES HEAT DAM GASKETS FUEL TANK ASSY INCLUDES FUEL LINES FUEL CAP FUEL FILTER IGNITION ASSY INCLUDES SPARK PLUG ALL EMISSIONS RELATED PARTS ARE WARRANTED FOR TWO YEARS OR FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME PRIOR TO THE PARTS FIRST SCHEDULED REPLACEMENT WHICHEVER COMES FIRST 19 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Ryobi Technologies Inc warrants to the original retail purchaser that this Ryobi Technologies Inc product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace at Ryobi Technologies Inc s discretion any defective product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purchase Two years if the product is used for personal family or household use 90 days if any of the above products are used for any other purpose such as commercial or rental This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of the original retail purchase Any part of the Ryobi Technologies Inc product manufactured or supplied by Ryobi Technologies Inc and found in the reasonable judgment of Ryobi Technologies Inc to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an authorized Ryobi Technologies Inc service dealer without charge for parts and labor The Ryobi Technologies Inc product including any defective part mus
19. essories from the To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious box Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are personal injury always disconnect the engine spark plug included wire from the spark plug when assembling parts E Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage damage occurred during shipping POSITIONING THE HANDLEBAR E Do not discard the packing material until you have care See Figure 2 fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool Loosen the two handlebar knobs f any parts are damaged or missing please call E Unfold the handlebar into operating position 1 800 860 4050 for assistance NOTE Do not use force If there is binding continue to PACKING LIST loosen the knobs Do not allow throttle cable to become pinched when raising the handlebar Cultivator E Retighten the handlebar knobs Drag Bar Pull Pin HANDLEBAR Hitch Pins 2 HANDLEBAR Felt Washers 2 Inner Tines 2 Outer Tines 2 Ryobi Exact Mix 2 Cycle Oil Wheel Assembly Accessory Operator s Manual Warranty Registration Card A WARNING If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced Failure to heed this warning could result in possible serious personal injury A WARNING Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso ries not recommended for use with this tool Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result hazardous con
20. fire hazard never run the cultivator without the spark arrestor in place 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 STORING THE CULTIVATOR The following steps should be taken before storing the cul tivator for the season Fuel Tank E Drain the fuel tank completely Even under ideal condi tions stored fuel containing ethanol or MTBE can start to go stale in 30 days Stale fuel has a high gum content and can clog the carburetor and restrict fuel flow The fuel tank should also be drained if the cultivator will not be used for more than two weeks Restart the engine to make sure no fuel is left in the car buretor Run the engine until it stops This helps prevent gum deposits from forming inside the carburetor and possible engine damage Spark Plug Disconnect spark plug wire and remove the spark plug Pour a teaspoon of clean air cooled 2 cycle oil through the spark plug hole into the combustion chamber 16 Leaving the spark plug out pull the starter cord two or three times to coat the inside of the cylinder wall E Inspect spark plug and clean or replace as necessary E Reinstall the spark p
21. ir the damage before restarting and operating the machine Never leave the operating position when the engine is running Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug before unclogging the tines and when making any repairs ad justments or inspections Do not overload the machine capacity by cultivating too deep in a single pass or at too fast a rate Be aware that the equipment may unexpectedly bounce upward or jump forward if the tines should strike buried obstacles such as large stones roots or stumps Never operate the equipment on a slope Use extreme caution when pulling the machine towards you Start the engine carefully according to instructions from anormal operating position and with feet well away from the tines Fuel is highly flammable Take precautions when using to reduce the chance of serious personal injury Store fuel cool well ventilated area safely away from spark and or flame producing equipment Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose Only refuel outdoors and do not smoke while refueling Add fuel before starting the engine Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot If fuel is spilled do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely When d
22. lug but leave the spark plug wire disconnected Air Filter E Clean the air filter as previously described Cultivator Body Clean dirt grass and other materials from the entire unit Wipe the tines with oil or spray them with silicone lubricant to prevent rusting Oil the throttle cable and all visible moving parts Do not remove the engine cover Order new parts to replace any that are badly worn or broken Store in an upright position in a clean dry place Store with the handles in the extended position or loosen handle knobs and fold handles down Do not allow throttle cable to become pinched when lowering the handlebar E Properly dispose of any leftover fuel PREPARING FOR USE AFTER STORAGE The following steps should be taken before using the cultiva tor after it has been stored E Unfold the handles into the upright position and secure by tightening handlebar knobs Do not allow throttle cable to become pinched when raising the handlebar Pull the starter cord three or four times to clean oil from the combustion chamber Remove spark plug from the cylinder Wipe oil from the spark plug and return it to the cylinder E Reconnect spark plug wire E Follow the steps on pages 10 12 to refuel and restart the cultivator TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine fails to start Engine switch is in the off position Move switch to start No fuel in tank Fill tank Spark plug shorted or fouled Re
23. place spark plug Spark plug is broken cracked Replace spark plug porcelain or electrodes broken Ignition lead wire shorted broken or Replace lead wire or attach to spark disconnected from spark plug plug Ignition inoperative Contact authorized service center Engine hard to start Water in gasoline or stale fuel mixture Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel Too much oil in fuel mixture Drain and refill with correct mixture Engine is under or over choked Adjust choke as necessary Weak spark at spark plug Contact authorized service center Engine lacks power Air filter clogged Clean or replace air filter Engine overheats Insufficient oil in fuel mixture Mix fuel as described in starting instructions 17 WARRANTY THE FOLLOWING CARB STATEMENT ONLY APPLIES TO MODEL NUMBERS REQUIRED TO MEET CARB REQUIREMENTS RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC LIMITED WARRANTY FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS NON ROAD AND SMALL OFF ROAD ENGINES The U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA the California Air Resources Board CARB and Ryobi Technologies Inc are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your non road or small off road engine In California new small off road engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the state s stringent anti smog standards In other states new 2000 and later model year non road engines must be designed built and equipped at the time of
24. raining the fuel tank use an approved fuel storage container while in a well ventilated area SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool Please study them and learn their meaning Proper interpreta tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION EXPLANATION Read The Operator s Manual To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand operator s manual before using this product Always wear safety goggles safety glasses with side shields Eye and Hearing Protection or a full face shield as well as hearing protection when operating this product Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft away Cutting Hazard Keep feet and hands away from rotating tines Use unleaded gasoline intended for motor vehicle use with an octane rating of 87 R M 2 or higher This product is powered by a 2 cycle engine and requires pre mixing gasoline and 2 cycle oil Gasoline and Oil SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicate
25. s a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should A WARNING be performed only by a qualified service technician For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair When servic this product until you read thoroughly and understand ing use only identical replacement parts completely the operator s manual Save this operator s manual and review frequently for continuing safe opera tion and instructing others who may use this product A WARNING The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can safety glasses with side shields or a full face shield when needed We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI 787 1 D result in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Engine Sand Tank THROTTLE LEVER ENGINE SWITCH JUST ADD SAND s DRAG B
26. sale to meet the U S EPA regulations for small non road engines The non road engine must be free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause it to fail to conform with U S EPA standards for the first two years of engine use from the date of sale to the ultimate purchaser Ryobi Technologies Inc must warrant the emission control system on your non road or small off road engine for the period of time listed above provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your non road or small off road engine Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system and the ignition system the catalytic converter Also included may be hoses belts and connectors and other emission related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exists Ryobi Technologies Inc will repair your non road or small off road engine at no cost to you includ ing diagnosis if the diagnostic work is performed at an authorized dealer parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE The 1995 and later small off road engines are warranted for two years in California In other states 1997 and later model year non road engines are also warranted for two years If any emission related part on your engine is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by Ryobi Technologies Inc free of charge OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES a As the non road or small off road engine owner you are responsible for
27. seedbed for planting Plan ahead to leave enough room between the seed rows to allow for machine cultivating after the plants have grown E With the wheel assembly accessory installed in position as described on page 14 roll the machine to the work area For general cultivating remove or adjust the wheel assem bly accessory using the guidelines in Adjusting Wheel Position on page 14 The drag bar has two installation positions to choose from Based on the type of soil being cultivated and soil conditions at the time the appropriate height of the drag bar will vary Adjust the drag bar position using the guidelines in Adjusting Drag Bar Position on page 14 Start the engine Stand behind the unit with the tines on the ground and the work area clean and free of obstructions Completely engage the throttle lever to begin tine rotation NOTE If the machine moves forward too quickly and wheels are in position A or B with drag bar installed push down on the handlebar to allow the drag bar to penetrate the soil and slow the forward motion of the unit The rotat ing tines help to pull the machine forward so use slower speeds and a shallow depth setting when learning to use the unit and when cultivating on hard rough or uneven ground Always operate the unit at full throttle when cultivating 12 PRIMER POSITION oN RUN POSITION S FTT
28. t be returned to an authorized service dealer within the warranty period The expense of delivering the Ryobi Technologies Inc product to the dealer for warranty work and the expense of returning it back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid for by the owner Ryobi Technologies Inc s responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any Ryobi Technologies Inc product Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim All warranty work must be performed by an authorized Ryobi Technologies Inc service dealer This warranty is limited to ninety 90 days from the date of original retail purchase for any Ryobi Technologies Inc product that is used for rental or commercial purposes or any other income producing purpose This warranty does not cover any Ryobi Technologies Inc product that has been subject to misuse neglect negligence or accident or that has been operated in any way contrary to the operating instructions as specified in the Ryobi Technologies Inc operator s manual This warranty does not apply to any damage to the Ryobi Technologies Inc product that is the result of improper maintenance or to any Ryobi Technologies Inc product that has been altered or modified so as to adversely affect the products operation performance or
29. tating tines or any other moving part The tines begin to rotate forward once the engine is started and the throttle lever is depressed The tines con tinue to rotate until the throttle lever is released Failure to avoid contact could cause serious personal injury APPLICATIONS E Breaking up garden soil to prepare seed bed for planting E Shallow cultivating to remove weeds STARTING STOPPING THE CULTIVATOR See Figures 9 12 To start an engine that is cold or has run dry E Fill the fuel tank if necessary Always use the proper oil gasoline mixture See Mixing the Fuel on page 10 Place the engine switch in the RUN position NOTE Do not engage the throttle lever during the start ing process ENGINE SWITCH OPERATION Slowly push the primer bulb seven times NOTE If restarting a warm engine do not push the primer bulb Set the start lever to the START position NOTE If restarting a warm engine leave the choke in the RUN position Pull the starter cord until the engine runs Return the starter cord gently to the starter housing Do not allow the rope to snap back Allow the engine to run for 15 seconds to warm up before using E Engage the throttle lever to operate To stop the cultivator Release the throttle lever Move the engine switch to the OFF position PREPARING THE SEED BED See Figure 13 The cultivator can be used to break up garden soil and prepare a
30. the fuel tank Slowly pour gasoline oil mixture into fuel tank NOTE Fill tank no higher than 1 2 in from top to allow for gasoline expansion Reinstall fuel cap Clean up any spills FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY ADDING SAND See Figure 8 The cultivator is equipped with a Just Add Sand weight system which improves the stability of the unit during op eration The added weight of the sand also helps you work with less effort and vibration To add sand E Lift the lid of the Just Add Sand tank and remove E Pour dry sand into the tank The tank will hold approxi mately 13 pounds of sand NOTE Be careful not to pour sand into or onto the engine housing Replace Just Add lid JUST ADD SAND LI nat mt OPERATION A WARNING Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care less Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools Failure to do so could re sult in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury A WARNING Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom mended by the manufacturer of this tool The use of at tachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury A WARNING Do not allow hands feet or any other part of the body or clothing near the ro
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