Ryobi RY34001 - Manual (Page 11)

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OPERATION
BLADE THRUST
Exercise extreme caution when using a blade attachment
with this unit. Blade thrust is the reaction that may occur
when the spinning blade contacts anything it cannot cut.
This contact may cause the blade to stop for an instant, and
suddenly “thrust” the unit away from the object that was hit.
This reaction can be violent enough to cause the operator
to lose control of the unit. Blade thrust can occur without
warning if the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is more likely
to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being
cut. For cutting ease and safety, approach the weeds being
cut with the brushcutter from the right to the left. In the event
an unexpected object or woody stock is encountered, this
practice could minimize the blade thrust reaction.
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figures 6 - 8.
Trimmer should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.
To start a cold engine:

Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
NOTE: After the 7th press, fuel should be visible in the
primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer until
you see fuel in the bulb.
 Set the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position.
 With the throttle trigger at idle, pull starter handle sharply
until engine attempts to run. Do not pull the starter handle
more than four (4) times.
 Set the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.
 Pull the starter grip until the engine runs. Do not pull the
starter grip more than six (6) times.
NOTE: If the engine does not start, return to the full choke
position and repeat the steps that follow.
 Allow the engine to run for 10 seconds, then set the choke
lever to the
RUN position.
To restart a warm engine:

Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
 Set the choke lever to the RUN position.
 Pull the starter grip until the engine runs. Do not squeeze
the throttle trigger to start a warm engine.
To stop the engine:

To stop the engine, depress the STOP switch to the stop
position “ ”.
IF ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS PRODUCT:
Do not return this product to the retail store where it was
purchased. Please call our Customer Service Department
for any issues you may have.
For Help Call: 1-800-860-4050
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Head protection may also be required depending on the
type of attachment used and as prescribed in the attach-
ment’s Operator’s Manual. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible
serious injuries.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine,
shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark
plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
serious personal injury or property damage.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, lubricant, grease, etc.