Ryobi SS725r - Manual (Page 2)

INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS
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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-under-
stand operating instructions. Read the whole manual
and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor
power tool in top operating condition. The parts list at
the end of this manual contains all the information that
you need to order parts.
PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND
SPECIFICATIONS
All information, illustrations and specifications
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© 1999 Ryobi Outdoor Products, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
Click-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.
Dial:
• 1-800-345-8746 or www.ryobi.com on the world wide
web for authorized service dealers in the United States
Or
• 1-800-265-6778 in Canada to obtain the listing of the
authorized service dealer nearest you.
to obtain the listing of the authorized service dealer
nearest you.
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.
I. Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
A. Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
B. Safety and International Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
C. Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
II. Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
A. Operating the Click-Link System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
B. Holding the Trimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
C. Adjusting Trimming Line Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
D. Tips for Best Trimming Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
E. Decorative Trimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
III. Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
A. Line Installation for the SpeedSpool . . . . . . . . . . . 8
B. Installing a Prewound Reel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
C. Cleaning the SpeedSpool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
D. SpeedSpool Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
E. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
F. Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
IV. Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
V. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
VI. Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
VII. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
CONTENTS OF CARTON
• SS725r Straight Shaft Trimmer Add-On
• Hanger
• Operator's Manual with Parts List
• Product Registration Card
WARNING!
Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 IN U.S. OR 1-800-265-6778 in CANADA
WARNING: The operation of any power tool can cause foreign objects to be thrown into your
eyes. This can lead to severe eye damage. Before commencing power tool operation, always
wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards, and a full
face shield when needed.