Ryobi 890R - Manual (Page 11)

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DANGER : OVERFILLING OIL CRANKCASE
MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY. Checking and maintaining the
proper oil level in the crank case cannot is
important and cannot be overemphasized.
Check oil before each use and change as
needed.
See Changing the Oil.
RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE
Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase
is extremely important. Check the oil before each use
and change the oil regularly. Failure to use the correct
oil, or using dirty oil, can cause premature engine wear
and failure.
Use a high-quality SAE 30 weight oil of API (American
Petroleum Institute) service class SF, SG, SH.
ADDING OIL TO CRANKCASE: INITIAL USE
NOTE: This unit is shipped without oil. In order to avoid
damage to the unit, put oil in the crankcase
before attempting to start unit.
Your unit is supplied with one 3.4 fluid oz. (100 ml.)
bottle of SAE 30 SF, SG, SH oil (Fig. 16).
NOTE: Save the bottle to measure the correct amount
for future oil changes. See Changing the Oil.
1. Unscrew the top of the bottle of oil and remove the
paper seal covering the opening. Replace the top.
Next, cut the tip off the funnel spout (Fig. 16).
2. Place the unit on a flat level surface.
3. Remove the oil plug / dipstick from the crankcase
(Fig. 17).
Fig. 16
Fig. 18
Oil Fill
NOTE: Never add oil to the fuel or fuel tank.
5. Wipe up any oil that may have spilled and reinstall
the oil fill plug / dipstick.
The importance of checking and maintaining the proper
oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized.
Check oil before each use and change as needed. Refer
to Changing the Oil.
Oil Fill Plug/Dipstick
Oil Fill Hole
Fig. 17
4. Pour the entire bottle of oil into the oil fill hole
(Fig. 18).
O-Ring
Funnel Spout
OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION