User manual RYOBI 768R-SERIALS-803242445-THRU

[. . . ] 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 top operating condition. The other manual that came with your power tool, the parts manual, contains all the information that you need to order parts. I. II. TABLE OF CONTENTS California Emission Regulations . [. . . ] Be in the starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. The operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting to avoid serious personal injury. NOTE: When using the shoulder harness, have it on and adjusted, but not clipped to the support fitting prior to starting unit. See Oil and Fuel Mixing Instructions on Pg. 12. Put the On/Off Stop Control in the ON position (Fig. With the unit on the ground, squeeze the throttle control and hold. Continue pulling until the engine sounds as though it wants to run (normally 2 to 5 pulls). NOTE: Squeeze the throttle control until the engine has started and warmed up. Place the choke lever in the PARTIAL choke position (B) (Fig. Pull starter rope briskly 1 to 3 times to start the engine (Fig. 16). Starter Rope Throttle Control Fig. If the engine does not start, repeat steps 4 through 7. Fig. A blade in the cutting attachment shield will cut the line to the proper length if excess line is released. For best results, tap the Bump HeadTM on bare ground or hard soil. If line release is attempted in tall grass, the engine may stall. Always keep the trimming line fully extended. Line release becomes more difficult as the cutting line becomes shorter. NOTE: Do not rest the Bump HeadTM on the ground. CAUTION: Do not remove or alter the line cutting blade assembly. Excessive line length will make the clutch overheat. This may lead to serious personal injury or damage to the unit. Some line breakage will occur from: · Entanglement with foreign matter · Normal line fatigue · Attempting to cut thick, stalky weeds · Forcing the line into objects such as walls or fence posts TIPS FOR BEST TRIMMING RESULTS · · Keep the cutting attachment parallel to the ground. Allow the tip of the line to do the cutting, especially along walls. Cutting with more than the tip will reduce cutting efficiency and may overload the engine. (200 mm. ) by working from top to bottom in small increments to avoid premature line wear or engine drag. [. . . ] 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 call 1-800-345-8746. · · · · · 23 LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY RYOBI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS warrants each new RYOBI Product for two (2) years according to the following terms. This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of original retail purchase. [. . . ]