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MODEL 2075RC

GAS TRIMMER

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 in U.S.

or 1-800-265-6778 in CANADA

IMPORTANT MANUAL

DO NOT THROW AWAY

Summary of Contents for 2075RC

Page 1: ...MODEL 2075RC GAS TRIMMER OPERATOR S MANUAL FOR QUESTIONS CALL 1 800 345 8746 in U S or 1 800 265 6778 in CANADA IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY ...

Page 2: ...Adjusting Trimming Line Length 10 C Decorative Trimming 10 VI Maintenance and Repair Instructions 10 15 A Maintenance Schedule 10 B Line Installation for the SpeedSpool 11 C Winding the Existing Inner Reel with New Line 11 1 Releasing the Inner Reel 12 2 Cleaning the SpeedSpool 12 D Installing a Prewound Reel 13 E Air Filter Maintenance 13 F Carburetor Adjustment 14 G Replacing the Spark Plug 15 H...

Page 3: ...1696 Spark Arrestor Kit FOR QUESTIONS CALL 1 800 345 8746 IN U S OR 1 800 265 6778 in CANADA THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger warning or caution Special attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury May be used in conjunction with o...

Page 4: ... rotating Do not touch the muffler or cylinder These parts get extremely hot from operation and remain hot for a short time after the equipment is turned off SAFETY WARNINGS 4 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING Read the instructions carefully Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the unit Children and adolescents must not manipulate units except for adolescents in training and under ...

Page 5: ...arranty Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials They may become lodged between the cutting head and guard mount To reduce fire hazard replace faulty mufflers and spark arrestors keep the engine and muffler free of grass leaves excessive grease or carbon buildup OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS Never store the unit with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark ...

Page 6: ...rt time after the unit is turned off SYMBOL MEANING PRIMER BULB Push primer bulb fully and slowly 5 to 7 times KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY WARNING Keep all bystanders especially children and pets at least 30 feet 9 1 m away from the trimming area CHOKE CONTROL START position A RUN position B INDICATES OIL Refer to operator s manual for the proper type of oil UNLEADED FUEL Always use clean fresh unleaded ...

Page 7: ...y Fig 1 INSTALLING THE STRING GUARD If the string guard is not assembled on this model use the following instructions WARNING To avoid serious personal injury the string guard must in place while operating this unit Fig 2 1 Slide the string guard onto the guard mount above the string head assembly Align the screw holes in the string guard with the screw holes in the string assembly Fig 2 2 Place t...

Page 8: ... an equivalent will inhibit corrosion and minimize the formation of gum deposits Add 0 8 oz 23 ml per gallon of fuel per instructions on container NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit s fuel tank Using a fuel additive can keep fuel fresh for up to six 6 months CAUTION For proper engine operation and maximum reliability pay strict attention to the oil and fuel mixing instructions on the 2 ...

Page 9: ... does not start repeat steps 4 through 7 NOTE If the engine floods while attempting to start the unit place the choke lever in the RUN position B squeeze the throttle trigger and pull the starter rope briskly The engine should start within three 3 to eight 8 pulls 9 Keep throttle trigger depressed for 5 to 10 seconds to warm up engine NOTE Choking is not required when starting a warm engine Start ...

Page 10: ...speed NOTE Always keep the trimming line fully extended Line release becomes more difficult as cutting line becomes shorter DECORATIVE TRIMMING Decorative trimming is accomplished by removing all vegetation around trees posts fences etc Rotate the entire unit so that the cutting head is at a 30 angle to the ground Fig 9 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS FREQUENCY MAINTENANCE REQUIRED REFER TO Da...

Page 11: ... line with a diameter of 0 080 in 2 03 mm The motor may overheat and fail if you use a larger line WINDING THE EXISTING INNER REEL WITH NEW LINE NOTE Before installing new trimming line onto the existing inner reel remove any old line from the SpeedSpool by pulling the line out of the line loading or locking holes Figs 11 and 12 1 Line up the arrow on the inner reel with the arrow on the outer spo...

Page 12: ...TO REMOVE THE BUMP KNOB Releasing the Inner Reel If the SpeedSpool does not operate correctly when bumping the head on the ground use the following instructions Pull the ends of the line firmly away from the spool to release the inner reel Fig 15 If this procedure does not release the inner reel follow the Cleaning the SpeedSpool instructions below Cleaning the SpeedSpool If the SpeedSpool becomes...

Page 13: ... Do not lubricate the inner reel or outer spool assembly 4 Clean the shaft and the inner surface of the outer spool To clean the shaft underneath the plunger press down on the plunger Fig 19 Remove any dirt and or debris from the shaft Shaft Plunger 5 Install the inner reel spring foam seal and Bump Knob into the outer spool Fig 17 6 Tighten the Bump Knob clockwise 7 Install new line as described ...

Page 14: ...he air filter if it is dirty Refer to Air Filter Maintenance 2 Fill the tank with clean properly mixed fuel Refer to Oil and Fuel Information 3 If the engine stops frequently when idling turn the idle speed screw clockwise 1 2 turn until the engine stabilizes Fig 26 4 If the cutting head keeps rotating after the trigger is released turn the idle speed screw counterclockwise 1 2 turn until the head...

Page 15: ...nd allow it to run until it stalls This ensures that all fuel has been drained from the carburetor 3 Allow the engine to cool Remove the spark plug and put approximately 1 oz 30 ml of any high quality motor oil or 2 cycle oil into the cylinder Pull the starter rope slowly to distribute the oil Reinstall the spark plug 4 Thoroughly clean the unit and inspect for any loose or damaged parts Repair or...

Page 16: ...d dirty Line welded Line twisted when refilled Not enough line is exposed Turn switch to ON Fill fuel tank Press primer bulb fully and slowly 5 7 times Use starting procedure WITHOUT USING CHOKE Drain fuel tank Add fresh fuel mixture Replace spark plug Drain fuel tank Add fresh fuel mixture Adjust carburetor Drain fuel tank Add fresh fuel mixture Drain fuel tank Add fresh fuel mixture Stop engine ...

Page 17: ...3 mm Cutting Path Diameter 16 inches 40 64 cm ENGINE Engine Type Air Cooled 2 Cycle Displacement 1 4 cu in 22 5 cc Clutch Type Centrifugal Operating RPM 6 500 8 000 rpm Idle Speed RPM 2 600 3 400 rpm Ignition Type Electronic Ignition Switch Toggle Switch Spark Plug Gap 0 025 inch 0 655 mm Lubrication Fuel Oil Mixture Fuel Oil Ratio 32 1 Carburetor Diaphragm All Position Starter Auto Rewind Muffler...

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Page 19: ...CTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE The warranty period begins on the date the engine or equipment is delivered to the retail purchaser The manufacturer warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that the engine is free from defects in material and workmanship which cause the failure of a warranted part for a period of two years Repair or replacement of warranted part will be performed at ...

Page 20: ...ition this warranty does not cover A Tune ups Spark Plugs Carburetor Adjustments Filters B Wear items Bump Knobs Outer Spools Cutting Line Inner Reels Starter Pulley Starter Ropes Drive Belts RYOBI reserves the right to change or improve the design of any RYOBI Product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO TH...

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