MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
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Fig. 28
Fig. 29
Fig. 30
Fig. 31
LINE INSTALLATION
The trimming line may be replaced by two
different methods - rewinding the existing reel or
installing a prewound reel.
Rewinding the Existing Reel
To rewind the existing reel you must:
1. Check for the correct line size.
2. Remove the existing reel and spring.
3. Wind the existing reel with the new line.
4. Reinstall the existing reel and spring.
The Correct Line to Use
WARNING:
Always use genuine
Ryobi replacement line. Do not use
metal-reinforced line
.
It is very important to use the correct size line.
Use line with a diameter of
0.095 in (2.41 mm)
.
The motor may overheat and fail if you use a
larger line.
Removing the Existing Reel
1. Hold the outer spool with one hand and
unscrew the Bump Knob™
clockwise
(Fig. 28). Inspect the captured bolt inside
the Bump Knob to make sure it moves freely.
Replace the Bump Knob if it is damaged.
2. Remove the inner reel and spring (Fig. 28).
3. Use a clean cloth to clean the inner surface
of the outer spool (Fig. 29).
NOTE:
Always clean the inner reel, outer
spool, and shaft before reassembling
the cutting head.
4. Check the indexing teeth on the inner
reel and outer spool for wear (Fig. 30).
If necessary, remove burrs or replace
the reel and spool.
Winding the Existing Reel
1. Take approximately
30 feet (9 m)
of new
trimming line, loop it into two equal lengths.
Insert each end of the line through one of the
two holes in the inner reel (Fig. 31).
Pull the line so that the loop is as small
as possible.
Spring
Loop
Inner Reel
Bump Knob