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THANK YOU
Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern
outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful
service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device.
This operator's manual provides you with easy-to-
understand operating instructions. Read the whole
manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new
outdoor power tool in toD operating condition. The other
manual that came with your power tool, the parts
manual, contains all the information that you need to
order parts.
PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND
SPECIFICATIONS
All information, illustrations and soecifications in this
manual are based on the latest product information
available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to
make changes at any time without notice.
Copyright @2000 Ryobi Outdoor Products, Inc,
All Rights Reserved.
Quick-Link ® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Outdoor
Products,
SERVICE INFORMATION
Service on this unit both within and after the warranty
period should be performed only by an authorized and
approved service dealer.
DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER.
NOTE: PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED
FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
Make sure this manual is carefully read and understood
before starting or operating this equipment.
THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE
US PATENTS, OTHER PATENTS PENDING.
Rules for Safe Operation ..................... 3-7
A. Important Safety Information ............... 3-5
B. Safety and International Symbols ........... 5-6
C. Know Your Unit .......................... 7
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Assembly Instructions ...................... 8-11
A. Installing and Adjusting the J handle ........... 8
B. Installing the Harness ...................... 8
C. Removing and Installing the
Cutting Attachment Shield .................. 9
D. Remove the Cutting Attachment and
Install the Cutting Blade . g
E. Remove the Cutting Blade anti ................
install the Cutting Attachment .............. 10
ill. Oil and Fuel Information .................. 12-13
A. Recommended Oil Type .................. 12
B. Adding Oil to Crankcase-initial Use ........... 12
C. Recommended Fuel Type .................. 13
D. Fueling the Unit .......................... 13
IV, Starting/Stopping Instructions .............. 14-15
A. Starting/Stopping (Cold Weather) ............ 15
V°
Operating Instructions .................... 16-18
A. Operating the Quick-Link System ............ 16
B. Holding the Trimmer ...................... 17
C, Adjusting Trimming Line Length ............. 17
D. Tips for Best Trimming Results .............. 17
E. Decorative Trimming ...................... 18
F, Using the Cutting Blade .................... 18
Vl.
Maintenance and Repair Instructions ......... 19-25
A. Maintenance Schedule .................... 19
B. Line Installation .......................... 19
C. Installing a Prewound Reel ................. 20
D. Checking the Oil Level ..................... 21
E. Changing the Oil ......................... 21
F. Air Filter Maintenance ..................... 22
G. Carburetor Adjustment .................... 23
H. Rocker Arm Clearance ..................... 23
I. Replacing the Spark Plug .................. 25
J. Spark Arrestor Maintenance ................ 25
K. Accessories/Replacement parts ............. 25
VII. Cleaning and Storage ........................ 26
VIII.Troubleshooting Chart ....................... 27
IX, Specifications ...................... Beck Cover
Read the Operator's Manual,s) and follow all
warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do
so can result in sermus injury to the operator
and/or bystanders.
CONTENTS OF CARTON
• Model 8g0r Trimmer/Brushcutter with Brush Blade
* J-Handle and Hardware
• Large Bump Head Cutting Attachment
• Cutting Attachment Shield with Hardware
• Shoulder Harness
• Locking Rod T0ol
• Operator's Manual
• Parts Manual
, Product Registration Card
• Bottle of 4-Cycle Oil
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