Ryobi RY13015 - Manual (Page 13)

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OPERATION
 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.
 Flip the choke lever to START position.
 Stand beside the trimmer and place your right hand on
the handlebar and your foot on the frame as shown.
 Use your left hand to pull the starter grip and rope sharply
until the engine attempts to run.
 Flip the choke lever to the RUN position.
 Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs.
NOTE: If the engine dies, set the choke lever to the RUN
position and pull the starter grip and rope until the engine
starts.
 Squeeze throttle trigger to operate.
To restart a warm engine:

Move the choke lever to the START position and then
immediately back to the RUN position.
 Pull the starter grip with rope until the engine runs.
NOTE: This will set the carburetor to a fast idle speed.
To stop the engine:

Release the throttle trigger and press the on/stop switch
to the
STOP ( O ) 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
CUTTING TIPS
See Figure 13.

Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation.
 If grass becomes wrapped around the string head, STOP
THE ENGINE, disconnect the spark plug wire, and remove
the grass.
 Use the tip of line to do the cutting; do not force string
head into uncut grass.
 Wire and picket fences cause extra line wear, even
breakage. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood may
wear line rapidly.
 Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood moldings, siding,
and fence posts can easily be damaged by the line.
TRANSPORTING THE UNIT
 Flip on/stop switch to STOP ( O ) position.
 Make sure engine and exhaust are cool.

Keep unit level to prevent fuel spillage.
MAINTENANCE
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.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use
of any other parts can 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.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.