OPERATOR`S MANUAL
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1. Remove the brushcutter guard NOTE Store the brushcutter parts together for later use INSTALLING THE STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR AND STRING HEAD See Figures 10 12 Install the grass deflector Refer to To Attach the Straight Shaft Grass Deflector earlier in this manual m Place the flanged washer on the gear head shaft NOTE The hollow side of the flanged washer should face the gear head m Align the slot in the flanged washer with the slot in the gear head m Place the gear head locking tool through the slot in the flanged washer and gear head Install the string head assembly onto the gear head shaft by turning counterclockwise Tighten the string head assembly securely CONVERTING FROM STRING TRIMMER TO BRUSHCUTTER BC30 To convert from the string trimmer to the brushcutter remove the string head assembly and straight shaft grass deflector attach the brushcutter guard and install the blade HANGER SHOULDER HARNESS GEAR HEAD LOCKING TOOL GEAR HEAD BRUSHCUTTER GUARD FLANGED WASHER SLOT WASHER _ BLADE NUT GEAR HEAD STRING HEAD ASSEMBLY a i 2 4 g Va TIGHTEN Fig 12 LOOSEN Page 13 ASSEMBLY REMOVING THE STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS f Gcar HEAD DEFLECTOR AND STRING HEAD See Figures 10 13 m Align the slot in the flanged washer with the slot in the gear head m Place the gear head locking tool through the slot in the flanged was2. 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 this 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 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 Carburetor Adjustments Ignition Filters Wear items Bump Knobs Outer Spools Cutting Lines Inner Reels Starter Pulleys Starter Ropes Drive Belts Tines Felt Washers Hitch Pins Mulching Blades Blower Fans Blower and Vacuum Tubes Vacuum Bag and Straps Guide Bars Saw Chains 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 ACCORDIN
3. and in good condition m Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming Keep string head below waist level Never cut with the string head located over 76 cm 30 in or more above the ground SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR BRUSH CUTTER AND BLADE USE m After engine stops keep rotating blade in thicker weeds or pulpy stalks until it stops Do not operate the brushcutter unless the brushcutter guard is firmly secured in place and in good condition Use heavy gloves when operating the brushcutter and E when installing or removing blades Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire before attempting to remove any obstruction caught or jammed in the blade or before removing and installing the blade Do not attempt to touch or stop the blade when it is rotating A coasting blade can cause injury while it continues to spin after the engine is stopped or throttle trigger Page 4 released Maintain proper control until the blade has completely stopped rotating Replace any blade that has been damaged Always make sure blade is installed correctly and securely fastened before each use Failure to do so can cause serious injury Use only the manufacturer s replacement Tri Arc blade intended for use on this brushcutter Do not use any other blade To install any other brand blade or cutting head to this brushcutter can result in serious personal injury The Tri Arc blade is suited for cuttin
4. the trigger and pull the rope repeatedly until the engine starts and runs NOTE Depending on the severity of the flooding this may require numerous pulls of the rope See Figure 23 Use fresh fuel and the correct 2 cycle oil mix 50 1 Clean air filter Refer to Replacing and Cleaning Air Filter earlier in this manual Contact a servicing dealer Clean or replace spark plug Reset spark plug gap Refer to Spark Plug Replacement earlier in this manual Turnidle speed screw clockwise to increase idle speed See Figure 31 Lubricate string with silicone spray Install more string Refer to String Replacement earlier in this manual Pull strings while alternately pressing down on and releasing spool retainer Remove string from spool and rewind Refer to String Replacement earlier in this manual Advance string at full throttle IDLE SPEED SCREW Fig 31 TROUBLESHOOTING IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVIGE DEALER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Spool retainer hard to turn 1 Screw threads are dirty or 1 Clean threads and lubricate with grease if no damaged improvement replace the spool retainer Grass wraps around driveshaft 1 Cutting tall grass at ground level 1 Cut tall grass from the top down to prevent housing and string head wrapping 2 Operating trimmer at part throttle 2 Operate trimmer at full thro
5. Do not operate in poor lighting Keep firm footing and balance Do not overreach Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part Page 3 To avoid hot surfaces never operate the unit with the bottom of the engine above waist level Do not touch area around the muffler or cylinder of the unit these parts get hot from operation Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire before making any adjustments or repairs except for carburetor adjustments Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners fuel leaks etc Replace any damaged parts before use The string head or blade will rotate during carburetor adjustments It has been reported that vibrations from hand held tools may contribute to acondition called Raynaud s Syndrome in certain individuals Symptoms may include tingling numbness and blanching of the fingers usually apparent upon exposure to cold Hereditary factors exposure to cold and dampness diet smoking and work practices are all thought to contribute to the development of these symptoms It is presently unknown what if any vibrations or extent of exposure may contribute to the condition There are measures that can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibration a Keep your body warm in cold weather When oper ating the unit wear gloves to keep hands and wrists warm It is repo
6. blades to en sure safe operation Read the safety information for safe operation using the blade refer to Specific Safety Rules for Brushcutter and Blade Use earlier in this manual Always hold brushcutter on your right side with both hands when operating Use a firm grip on both handles m Maintain your grip and balance on both feet Position yourself so that you will not be drawn off balance by the kickback reaction of the cutting blade E Inspect and clear the area of any hidden objects such as glass rocks concrete fencing wire wood metal etc Never use blades near sidewalks fencing posts build ings or other immovable objects m Never use a blade after hitting a hard object without first inspecting it for damage Do not use if any damage is detected The unit is used as a scythe cutting from the right to the left in a broad sweeping action from side to side Use only the Tri Arc blade To install any other brand blade or cutting head to this brushcutter can result in serious personal injury PROPER OPERATING POSITION VAD NR AN GUTTING AREA Fig 20 Page 17 OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING See Figures 21 23 TO START A COLD ENGINE DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine starts and runs Lay the trimmer on a flat bare surface PRIME Press the primer bulb 7 times m SET the start lever to the START position m PULL the rope until t
7. fire and or serious personal injury READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS For safe operation read and understand all instructions before using this product Follow all safety instructions Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below can result in serious personal injury Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly venti lated area breathing exhaust fumes can kill Clear the work area before each use Remove all objects such as rocks broken glass nails wire or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting line or blade Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 standard when operating this product Wear heavy long pants boots and gloves Do not wear loose fitting clothing short pants or go barefoot Do not wear jewelry of any kind Product users on United States Forest Service land and in some states must comply with fire prevention regulations This product is equipped with a spark arrestor however other user requirements may apply Check with your federal state or local authorities Never operate this unit on the operator s left side Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in moving parts Keep all bystanders children and pets at least 15 m 50 ft away Do not operate this unit when you are tired ill or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication
8. grasp when operating in different positions and at different angles ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping Do not discard the packing material until you have care fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool If any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 800 860 4050 for assistance PACKING LIST Trimmer Assembly Operator s Kit Front handle 530 and 5530 J Handle BC30 Curved Shaft Grass Deflector Straight Shaft Grass Deflector SS30 and BC30 Gear Head Locking Tool BC30 Shoulder Harness BC30 String Head Assembly BC30 Hardware Bags 2 Bottle of 2 Cycle Oil Hanger Cap Operator s Manual m Warranty Registration Card A WARNING If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced Failure to do so 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 in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury A WARNING To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury always d
9. on the spool m Cut two pieces of string each being approximately 9 ft 2 7 m long Insert the first string into the anchor hole in the upper part of the spool Wind the first string around the upper part of the spool counterclockwise as shown by the arrows on the spool Place string in the slot on upper spool flange leaving about 6 in 152 mm extended beyond the slot Do not overfill After winding the string there should be at least 1 4 in 6 mm between the wound string and the outside edge of the spool E Repeat above step with second string using the bottom part of spool Do not overfill Replace the spool and the spool retainer Refer to Spool Replacement earlier in this manual Page 20 SPOOL ARROWS ON SPOOL ANCHOR HOLE FIRST STRING SECOND STRING ARROWS ON SPOOL MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER NOTE 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 your gas powered tool 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 your prod uct Spark arrestors may be in diff
10. on these brushcutter models Instructions have been included for reference when changing from string trimmer operation back to brushcutter operation m Withthe string head removed place the brushcutter guard on the gear head as shown Install the three screws from bottom through the guard and into the gear head Tighten the screws securely and torque to 40 50 in Ib minimum Page 12 GRASS DEFLECTOR BRACKET WASHER WING NUT HEX HEAD STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR SLOT BRUSHCUTTER GUARD HEX HEAD SCREW ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE SHOULDER HARNESS BC30 See Figure 9 Connect the latch on the shoulder harness to the strap hanger m Adjust the strap to a comfortable position CONVERTING FROM BRUSHCUTTER TO STRING TRIMMER BC30 To convert from the brushcutter to the string trimmer remove the blade and brushcutter guard attach the straight shaft grass deflector and install the string head REMOVING THE TRI ARC BLADE AND BRUSHCUTTER GUARD See Figures 10 11 m Align the slot in the flanged washer with the slot in the gear head m Place the gear head locking tool through the slot in the flanged washer and gear head Remove the blade nut by turning it clockwise Remove the cupped washer and the blade m Remove the flanged washer from the gear head shaft and retain it for the string head installation Remove the three screws securing the brushcutter guard to gear head
11. A WARNING Always shut off engine before fueling Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine Move at least 30 ft 9 m from refueling site before starting engine Do not smoke OPERATING THE TRIMMER See Figure 15 A WARNING Always position the unit on the operator s right side The use of the unit on the operator s left side will expose the user to hot surfaces and can result in possible burn injury A WARNING To avoid burns from hot surfaces never operate unit with the bottom of the engine above waist level Hold the trimmer with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation Trimmer should be held at a com fortable position with the rear handle about hip height Always operate trimmer at full throttle Cut tall grass from the top down This will prevent grass from wrapping around the shaft housing and string head which could cause damage from overheating If grass becomes wrapped around the string head STOP THE ENGINE disconnect the spark plug wire and remove the grass Prolonged cutting at partial throttle will result in oil dripping from the muffler PROPER OPERATING POSITION r g W AANI Page 15 OPERATION A WARNING Always hold the string trimmer away from the body keep ing clearance between the body and the product Any contact with the housing or string tr
12. Blade cutting width BO NJ 8 in 203 Engine displacement 30cc String diameter ES Ne 080 in 2 0 mm SS RV _______ 095 in 2 4 mm SOE OO GOA EE EE EE 095 in 2 4 mm CS30 RY30020A TRIGGER STARTER E i PRIMER BULB A Coie DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING CURVED SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR STRING HEAD Page 7 K KFA NC 3 EN ni Se ors EIF NG ale ye an NH at i THROTTLE TRIGGER FRONT HANDLE FEATURES SS30 RY30040A TRIGGER LOCK COUPLER DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING STRING STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR RY30060A TRIGGER LOCK J HANDLE COUPLER DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING N BRUSHCUTTER GUARD Page 8 STARTER GRIP AND ROPE PRIMER BULB THROTTLE TRIGGER STARTER GRIP AND ROPE REAR HANDLE PRIMER BULB THROTTLE TRIGGER SHOULDER HARNESS FEATURES KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER See Figures 1c Before attempting to use this product familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules ERGONOMIC DESIGN GRASS DEFLECTOR The trimmer includes a grass deflector that helps protect you from flying debris TOP MOUNTED MOTOR The top mounted motor improves balance and is located away from the dust and debris of the cutting area The design of the trimmer provides for easy handling It is designed for comfort and ease of
13. GLY 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 TECHNOLOGIES INC S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY 15 STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS AND RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC 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 TECHNOLOGIES INC ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES ING 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 PROPERLY 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 manufac
14. ODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson SC 29625 Post Office Box 1207 Anderson SC 29622 Phone 1 800 860 4050 www ryobitools com 983000 686 2 05
15. OPERATOR S MANUAL 30cc String Trimmers and Brushcutters RY30020A RY30040A and SS30 RY30040A CS30 RY30020A BC30 RY30060A Your new trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi s high standard for dependability ease of operation and operator safety Properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product Thank you for buying a Ryobi trimmer SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TABLE OF CONTENTS E PUGS 0 EEE RE __ 2 E SE SO EEE EN EN 3 E pecie 10 RUICS EE 4 116010 E gee E E A E SA SE EEE EE 5 6 E 5 00 ER EE __________ __ E 7 9 JE 010 EE EE EM E E EEA A E EE 9 14 eg EEE E E 14 18 ETNE 19 21 MOUS SO SE pnauaeaeimsstacssinenstentnecietes 22 23 JE Ea EEE EEE EE EE 23 24 ME SIC SNS EEE 26 INTRODUCTION This product 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 Page 2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES A WARNING Read and understand all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock
16. When the spool is positioned in the string head grasp the strings and pull sharply to release them from the slots in the spool Push down and turn the spool counterclockwise until it no longer turns Hold the spool down and rotate clockwise a small amount Release the spool The spool should be locked down in the string head If not hold down and rotate until locked Make sure the string head and the spool retainer are installed on the drive shaft MAINTENANCE To install the spool retainer Turn the spool retainer clockwise for model CS30 Turn the spool retainer counterclockwise for models SS30 and BC30 m Pull the strings again to rotate the spool into cutting position Push the spool retainer down while pulling on string s to manually advance the string and to check for proper assembly of the string head STRING REPLACEMENT See Figures 26 28 Use only monofilament string Use original manufacturer s replacement string for best performance String Diameter CS30 080 in 2 0 mm SS30 095 in 2 4 mm BC30 095 in 2 4 mm m Stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer To remove the spool retainer Turnthespoolretainercounterclockwise for models CS30 Turn the spool retainer clockwise for models SS30 and BC30 Remove the spool from the string head NOTE Keep the spring attached to the spool Remove any old string remaining
17. d brick walls curbs and wood may wear string rapidly Avoid trees and shrubs Tree bark wood moldings siding and fence posts can easily be damaged by the string GRASS DEFLECTOR LINE TRIMMING CUT OFF BLADE See Figure 18 The trimmer is equipped with a line trimming cut off blade on the grass deflector For best cutting advance string until it is trimmed to length by the cut off blade Advance the string whenever you hear the engine running faster than normal or when trimming efficiency diminishes This will maintain best performance and keep the string long enough to advance properly Page 16 CURVED SHAFT TRIMMER DANGEROUS CUTTING AREA DIRECTION OF Pr Ps ANE ge L r it fa RAE SA ER ThA SER SR na BEST GUTTING AREA DANGEROUS CUTTING AREA BEST CUTTING AREA DIRECTION OF ROTATION STRAIGHT SHAFT TRIMMER LINE TRIMMING CUT OFF BLADE 5 SSS CURVED SHAFT TRIMMER LINE TRIMMING CUT OFF BLADE OPERATION OPERATING THE BRUSHCUTTER See Figures 19 20 Hold the brushcutter with your right hand on the rear handle and the your hand on the J Barrier Handle Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation Brushcutter should be held at a comfortable position with the rear handle about hip height Maintain your grip and balance on both feet Position yourself so that you will not be drawn off balance by the kickback reaction of the cutting blade Adjust
18. e non road or small off road engine owner you should be aware however that Ryobi Technologies 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 all applicable regulations Ryobi Technologies Inc also war rants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your non road or small off road engine is free from defects in mate rials 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 no
19. e parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system the ignition system and 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 including 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 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 performance 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 th
20. erent locations depending on the model purchased Please contact your nearest service dealer for the location of the spark arrestor for your model 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 turning the knob counterclockwise while gently pulling on the cover Remove the air filter and clean it in warm soapy water Rinse and let dry completely NOTE For best performance replace annually Installthe air filter Align and install the air filter cover on the air filter base Secure the air filter cover by turning the knob clockwise FUEL CAP A 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 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 or NGK BPMR7A spark plug with 0 63 mm 025 in electrode gap Use an exact replacement and replace annually AIR FILTER COVER AIR FILTER AIR FILTER COVER STORAGE 1 MONTH OR LONGER m Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for gasoline Run engine until it stops Clean all foreign material from the trimmer Store it in a well ventilated place that is inaccess
21. g thicker weeds or pulpy stalks only Do not use for any other purpose Never use the Tri Arc blade to cut woody brush Exercise extreme caution when using the blade with this unit Blade thrust is the reaction that may occur when the spinning blade contacts anything it cannot cut This contact may cause the blade to stop for an instant and suddenly thrust the unit away from the object that was hit This reaction can be violent enough to cause the op erator to lose control of the unit Blade thrust can occur without warning if the blade snags stalls or binds This is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut For cutting ease and safety approach the weeds being cut from the right to the left In the event an unexpected object or woody stock is encountered this could minimize the blade thrust reaction Never cut any material over 13 mm 1 2 in diameter Always wear the shoulder harness when using the brush cutter and adjust to a comfortable operating position Maintain a firm grip on both handles while cutting with a blade Keep the blade away from your body and below waist level Never use the brushcutter with the blade located 76 cm 30 in or more above the ground level SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool Please study them and learn their meaning for safe operation of this product SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION A Safety Alert Symbol Precautions that i
22. ger cap over end of the lower end attachment shaft Slightly rotate the cap from side to side until the button locks into place The secondary hole in the attachment shaft can be used for hanging purposes as well Page 10 STRING TRIMMER SHAFT COUPLER GUIDE RECESS BUTTON POSITIONING HOLE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT HANGER CAP SECONDARY ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE FRONT HANDLE CS30 AND SS30 See Figure 4 Remove the front handle bolt flat washer lock washer and wing nut from the Operator s Kit Install the front handle onto the top side of the drive shaft housing and move it to a comfortable position m Place the bolt through the front handle NOTE The hex bolt head fits inside the hex recess molded into one side of the handle Install the flat washer lock washer and wing nut Tighten wing nut securely ATTACHING THE J HANDLE BC30 See Figure 5 A J handle must be used for ensuring the best control and maximizing operator safety when using a brushcutter m Hold the top and bottom clamp snugly in position on the shaft housing so that handle will be located to the operator s left Insert the end of the handle between the clamps m Align the bolt holes and push the long bolt 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 in through the handle side Place short bolt 1 4 20 x 1 in through opposite side of clamp Install flat washers lock washers and hex nuts to hold the assemb
23. he engine starts m Allow the engine to run for 15 seconds Squeeze trigger lock and throttle trigger NOTE Squeezing the throttle trigger releases the start lever to the RUN position TO START A WARM ENGINE PULL the rope until the engine starts TO STOP THE ENGINE Press and hold the switch in the stop amp position until the engine stops IGNITION SWITCH TRIGGER THROTTLE TRIGGER IGNITION SWITCH PRIMER BULB TRIGGER LOCK THROTTLE TRIGGER START POSITION START LEVER RUN POSITION START LEVER 16 18 MAINTENANCE 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 shields during tool operation If operation is dusty also wear a dust mask WARNING Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for all moving parts to stop and disconnect 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 A WARNING Do not at any time le
24. he product is used for personal family or household use m 90 days if 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 product including any defective part must 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 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
25. her and gear head Remove the string head assembly Ry Remove the flanged washer and retain it for the blade installation MH Remove the screw securing the grass deflector Remove the grass deflector SZ NOTE Store the string head parts together for later IAR INSTALLING THE TRI ARC BLADE AND LOOSEN TIGHTEN BRUSHCUTTER GUARD Fig 13 See Figures 10 14 Install the brushcutter guard Refer to Attaching the Brushcutter Guard earlier in this manual m Place the flanged washer over the gear head shaft with the hollow side toward the brushcutter guard Center the blade on the flanged washer making sure the blade fits flat and the raised hub of the flanged washer goes through the hole in the blade Install the cupped washer with the raised center away from the blade m Place the blade nut onto the gear head shaft m Place the gear head locking tool through the slot in the flanged washer and gear head Install the blade nut by turning it counterclockwise left handed threads CUPPED Tighten the blade nut securely and torque to 120 in Ibs BRUSHCUTTER WASHER minimum GUARD BLADE NUT OPERATION A WARNING A WARNING Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom less Remember that a careless fraction of a second is mended by the manufacturer of this tool The use of sufficient to inflict serious injury attachments
26. ible 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 Excess fuel should be used up in other 2 cycle engine powered equipment Page 21 TROUBLESHOOTING IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER PROBLEM Engine will not start Engine does not reach full speed and emits excessive smoke Engine starts runs and ac celerates but will not idle String will not advance POSSIBLE CAUSE 1 N No spark No fuel Engine is flooded Incorrect oil fuel mixture Air filter is dirty Spark arrestor screen is dirty Spark plug fouled Idle speed screw on carburetor needs adjustment String is welded to itself Not enough string on spool String is worn too short String is tangled on spool Engine speed is too slow Page 22 SOLUTION Check spark Remove spark plug Reattach the spark plug cap and lay spark plug on metal cylinder Pull the rope and watch for spark at spark plug tip If there is no spark repeat test with a new spark plug Push primer bulb until bulb is full of fuel If bulb does not fill primary fuel delivery system is blocked Contact a service dealer If primer bulb fills engine may be flooded proceed to next item Set the start lever to the START position Squeeze
27. immer cutting head can result in burns and or other serious personal injury TO ADVANCE THE CUTTING LINE String advance is controlled by tapping the string head on grass while running engine at full throttle Run engine at full throttle m Tap the spool retainer on ground to advance string The string advances each time the spool retainer is tapped Do not hold the spool retainer on the ground NOTE The line trimming cut off blade on the grass deflector will cut the line to the correct length NOTE If the string is worn too short you may not be able to advance the string by tapping it on the ground If so stop the engine and manually advance the string TO ADVANCE THE CUTTING LINE MANUALLY Push the spool retainer down while pulling on string s to manually advance the string CUTTING TIPS See Figures 16 17 m Avoid hot surfaces by always keeping the tool away from your body Proper operating position shown in figure 15 m Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut this is the best cutting area The curved shaft trimmer cuts when passing the unit from right to left The straight shaft trimmer cuts when passing the unit from left to right This will avoid throwing debris at the operator Avoid cutting in the dangerous area shown in illustration Use the tip of string to do the cutting do not force string head into uncut grass Wire and picket fences cause extra string wear even breakage Stone an
28. isconnect the engine spark plug wire from the spark plug when assembling parts Page 9 ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE POWER HEAD TO THE ATTACHMENT See Figure 2 AX WARNING Never install or adjust any attachment while power head is running Failure to stop the engine can cause serious personal injury The attachment connects to the power head by means of a coupler device Loosen the knob on the coupler of the power head shaft and remove the end cap from the attachment Push inthe button located on the attachment shaft Align the button with the guide recess on the power head coupler and slide the two shafts together Rotate the attachment shaft until the button locks into the positioning hole NOTE If the button does not release completely in the positioning hole the shafts are not locked into place Slightly rotate from side to side until the button is locked into place m Tighten the knob securely WARNING Be certain the knob is fully tightened before operating equipment check it periodically for tightness during use to avoid serious personal injury REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD For removing or changing the attachment Loosen the knob Push in the button and twist the shafts to remove and separate ends ATTACHING THE STORAGE HANGER See Figure 3 There are two ways to hang your attachment for storage To use the hanger cap push in the button and place the han
29. ly in place m After assembly is complete adjust the position of the handle for best balance and comfort Tighten first the long bolt and then the short bolt Page 11 FRONT HANDLE LOCK WASHER WING NUT AE FLAT WASHER BOLT 1 4 20 1 in BOLT FRONT 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 in HANGER CLAMP LOCK WASHER HEX NUT ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE GRASS DEFLECTOR A WARNING The line cutting blade on the grass deflector is sharp Avoid contact with the blade Failure to avoid contact can result in serious personal injury TO ATTACH THE CURVED SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR CS30 See Figure 6 m Press the grass deflector onto the bottom of the curved shaft as shown Insert the hex screw through the grass deflector and the bracket on the curved shaft m Place the flat washer and lock washer on the hex head Cap screw Place the wing nut on the hex head cap screw tighten securely TO ATTACH THE STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR SS30 See Figure 7 Remove the slotted hex head screw from the grass deflector Insert the tab on the mounting bracket in the slot on the grass deflector m Align the screw hole in the mounting bracket with the screw hole in the grass deflector Insert the slotted hex head screw through the mounting bracket and into the grass deflector Tighten the screw securely ATTACHING THE BRUSHCUTTER GUARD BC30 See Figure 8 The guard is shipped installed
30. n 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 sta tion Any authorized work done at an authorized dealer or warranty station shall be free of charge to the owner if such work deter mines that a warranted 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 Warranty Parts List specifically defines the emission related warranted parts EPA s regulations 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 foll
31. nvolve your safety To reduce the risk of injury user must read and under stand operator s manual before using this product Read the Operator s Manual Wear eye protection which is marked to comply Wear Eye and Hearing Protection with ANSI 287 1 as well as hearing protection when operating this equipment Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft 15 m away Ricochet Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or property damage No Blade Do not install or use any type of blade on a product displaying this symbol Beware of blade thrust Products authorized for blade Blade Thrust use will display this symbol to warn of blade thrust 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 ry Gasoline and Oil Page 5 SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING A 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 Q CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION With
32. or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury FLANGED WASHER 2 A STRING HEAD WEZA ASSEMBLY GEAR HEAD FLANGED WASHER A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury Page 14 OPERATION FUELING AND REFUELING THE TRIMMER FUEL MIXTURE This product is powered by a 2 cycle engine and requires pre mixing gasoline and 2 cycle oil Pre mix unleaded gaso line and 2 cycle engine oil in clean 1 gallon container ap proved for gasoline Recommended fuel This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use Mix a high quality 2 cycle engine oil at 2 6 oz per gallon US Do not use automotive oil or 2 cycle outboard oil DO NOT mix quantities larger than usable in a 30 day period HIGH QUALITY 2 CYCLE ENGINE OIL GASOLINE OIL 2 6 OZ 20 cc 20 ml 1 gallon US 1 Liter FILLING TANK Clean surface around fuel contamination Loosen fuel cap slowly Rest the cap on a clean surface Carefully pour fuel into the tank Avoid spillage m Prior to replacing the fuel cap clean and inspect the gasket E Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten Wipe up any fuel spillage NOTE It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine after first use to prevent
33. out 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 AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair When servic ing use only identical replacement parts To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand 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 WARNING The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can 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 Z87 1 result in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles safety D SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Page 6 FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Weight without fuel GEO 800 10 7 Ibs 4 9 kg RNA 12 1 Ibs 5 4 kg Eee 12 9 Ibs 5 9 kg String cutting width EE AES DE EE EE 17 in 432 mm SORT JOT _ _________ 18 in 457 mm SSD EN __ 18 in 457 mm
34. owing repair or replacement required because of misuse or neglect lack of required maintenance repairs improperly performed or replacements 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 replacement 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 Page 25 OPERATOR S MANUAL 30cc String Trimmers and Brushcutters RY30020A RY30040A and 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 Ryobi Authorized Service Center e MODEL NO AND SERIAL NO The model number of this tool will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing Please rerope the model number and serial number in the space provided below e HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION M
35. rted that cold weather is a major factor contributing to Raynaud s Syndrome b After each period of operation exercise to increase blood circulation c Take frequent work breaks Limit the amount of exposure per day d Keep the tool well maintained fasteners tightened and worn parts replaced If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition immediately discontinue use and see your physician about these symptoms Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames Wipe up any fuel spillage Move 9 m 80 ft away from refueling site before starting engine Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or storing the unit Allow the engine to cool empty the fuel tank and secure the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle SPEGIFIC SAFETY RULES SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TRIMMER USE Replace string head if cracked chipped or damaged in any way Be sure the string head or blade is properly installed and securely fastened Failure to do so can cause serious injury m Make sure all guards straps deflectors and handles are properly and securely attached Use only the manufacturer s replacement string in the cutting head Do not use any other cutting attachment To install any other brand of cutting head to this string trimmer can result in serious personal injury m Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place
36. t brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products penetrating oils etc come in contact with plastic parts Chemicals can damage weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury You can often make adjustments and repairs described here For other repairs have the trimmer serviced by an authorized service dealer SPOOL REPLACEMENT NEW PREWOUND SPOOL See Figures 24 25 If replacing string only refer to String Replacement later in this manual Use only monofilament string Use original manufacturer s replacement string for best performance String Diameter CS30 080 in 2 0 mm SS30 095 in 2 4 mm BC30 095 in 2 4 mm m Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer To remove the spool retainer Turnthe spool retainer counterclockwise for model CS30 Turn the spool retainer clockwise for models SS30 and BC30 Page 19 SPOOL RETAINER EYELETS STRING HEAD Remove the empty spool from the string head Keep the spring attached to the spool To install the new spool make sure the two strings are captured in the slots opposite each other on the new spool Make sure the ends of each string are extended approximately 6 in 152 mm beyond each slot Thread the strings into the eyelets in the string head Carefully push the spool into the string head gently pull the strings to the outside if necessary
37. the shoulder harness to position the brushcutter at a comfortable operating position and to assure that the shoulder harness will reduce the risk of operator contact with the blade BLADE THRUST Exercise extreme caution when using the blade with this unit Blade thrust is the reaction that may occur when the spinning blade contacts anything it cannot cut This contact may cause the blade to stop for an instant and suddenly thrust the unit away from the object that was hit This re action can be violent enough to cause the operator to lose control of the unit Blade thrust can occur without warning if the blade snags stalls or binds This is more likely to oc cur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut For cutting ease and safety approach the weeds being cut with the brushcutter from the right to the left In the event an unexpected object or woody stock is encountered this practice could minimize the blade thrust reaction A WARNING To avoid burns from hot surfaces never operate unit with the bottom of the engine above waist level TRI ARC BLADE The Tri Arc blade is suited only for thicker weeds and pulpy stalks When the blade becomes dull it can be turned over to extend the life of the blade Do not sharpen the Tri Arc blade Use only Tri Arc blade part number AP04105 available at your local retailer CUTTING TECHNIQUE BLADE WARNING Extreme care must be taken when using
38. ttle WARRANTY THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER Congratulations You have made an investment toward protecting the environment In order to maintain this product s original emission level please refer to the maintenance section below EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND WARRANTED PARTS LIST Emissions Parts Inspect Before Clean Every Replace Clean Every Replace Every Each Use 5 Hours Every 25 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours or Yearly or Yearly CATALYTIC MUFFLER ASSEMBLY 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 CALL US FIRST For any questions about operating or maintaining your product call the Ryobi Help Line Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction Page 23 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 orreplace at Ryobi Technologies Inc s discretion any defective product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purchase Two years if t
39. tured by Ryobi Technologies Inc and sold in the United States and Canada To locate your nearest service dealer dial 1 800 860 4050 Page 24 WARRANTY THE FOLLOWING CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD CARB STATEMENT ONLY APPLIES TO MODEL NUMBERS REQUIRED TO MEET THE 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 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 includ
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