Ryobi 780r, Operator'S Manual, Page: 10 / 32

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
10
INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING THE
J-HANDLE
1. Place the J-handle between the top and
middle clamp pieces (Fig. 1).
(4) Screws
Top Clamp
J-Handle
Middle Clamp
Bottom Clamp
Nuts
2. While holding the three pieces together,
install the four (4) screws through the top
clamp and into middle clamp.
NOTE: The holes in the top and middle clamp
will line up only when assembled
correctly.
3. Place the clamps and j-handle the over the
shaft housing and onto the bottom clamp.
4. Hold each hex nut in the bottom clamp
recess with a finger. Start screws with a large
Phillips screwdriver. Do not tighten until you
make the handle adjustment.
5. Slide the J-handle in or out until the
arrow/white line on the decal touches the
clamp assembly (Fig. 2).
Fig. 1
7. Tighten the clamp screws evenly, until the
J-handle is secure.
6. While holding the unit in the operating
position (Fig. 3), position the J-handle to the
location that provides you the best grip.
Fig. 3
Decal
Fig. 2