User manual RYOBI EJ101

[. . . ] OPERATOR'S MANUAL 2 CYCLE GASOLINE POWERED RECIPROCATING SAW MODEL NO. EJ101 SPECIFICATIONS: Length of stroke Strokes per minute Length (without blade) Engine Type Displacement Starting System Carburetor Fuel Tank Capacity Net weight 1 in. (430 mm) Air Cooled 2 Cycle Gasoline Engine 15. 9 cc Recoil Diaphram 0. 35 literes 11 lbs. For Questions, Call 1-800-525-2579 in the U. S. or 1-800-265-6778 in Canada www. ryobi. com SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE S TO P TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] By doing this you will get a smoother faster cut and prolong blade life. Replacement blades for this saw are available from your nearest Ryobi dealer. WARNING: Before connecting your saw to power supply source, always check to be sure it is not in "Lock-on" position (depress and release switch trigger). Failure to do so could result in accidental starting of saw resulting in possible serious injury. Also, do not lock the trigger on jobs where your saw may need to be stopped suddenly. NO. Operator control and adjustment of speed and power is controlled by the switch trigger. The speed and power of your saw can be increased or decreased by the amount of switch trigger depression. NO. 3 Page 9 OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh, clean unleaded fuel. Follow the instructions carefully for the proper fuel/oil mixture. P b UNLEADED GAS + RYOBI 2 CYCLE OIL 1 US GALLON + 4. 0 FL. (3. 8 LITERS) (120 ML) DEFINITION OF BLENDED FUELS Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol or MTBE (ether). As little as 1% water in the fuel can make fuel and oil separate. When using alcohol-blended fuel, use fresh fuel (less than 60 days old). USING BLENDED FUELS If you choose to use a blended fuel, or its use is unavoidable, follow recommended precautions. · Always use fresh fuel mix per your operator's manual. · Use the fuel additive STA-BIL® or an equivalent. · Always agitate the fuel mix before fueling the unit. · Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing the unit. MIXING RATIO ­ 32:1 WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable. Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank. Keep sparks and open flames at a distance from the area. USING FUEL ADDITIVES The use of fuel additive, such as STA-BIL® Gas Stabilizer or an equivalent, will inhibit corrosion and minimize the formation of gum deposits. Using a fuel additive can keep fuel from forming harmful deposits in the carburetor for up to six (6) months. (23 ml. ) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the instructions on the container. NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit's fuel tank. WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury from fuel spray. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place. WARNING: Add fuel in a clean, well ventilated area outdoors. [. . . ] This ensures that all fuel has been drained from the carburetor. (30 ml. ) of any high quality motor oil or 2-cycle oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter rope slowly to distribute the oil. NOTE: Remove the spark plug and drain all of the oil from the cylinder before attempting0 to start the trimmer after storage. [. . . ]