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WARNING:

When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields during power tool operation or when
blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust
mask.

WARNING:

To prevent serious personal injury, never do
maintenance or repairs with unit running. Always do
maintenance and repairs on a cool unit. Disconnect
spark plug wire to make sure the unit will not start.

NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require special

tools or skills. If you are unsure about these
procedures take your unit to an authorized service
center.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

These required maintenance procedures should be
performed at the frequency stated in the table. They should
also be included as part of any seasonal tune-up.

MAINTENANCE

FREQUENCY

 MAINTENANCE REQUIRED

REFER TO:

Before Starting Engine

Fill fuel tank with correct oil and fuel mixture.

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Every 10 Hours

Clean and re-oil air filter.

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Every 50 Hours

Clean carbon build up from muffler

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Every 50 Hours

Check spark plug condition and gap.

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Summary of Contents for EJ101

Page 1: ...in Canada www ryobi com SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS Length of stroke 1 in 25 4mm Strokes per minute 0 2000 spm Length without blade 17 in 430 mm Engine Type Air Cooled 2 Cycle...

Page 2: ...afe reliableservice PRODUCT REFERENCES ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS All information illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the tim...

Page 3: ...quired in your area ask your local service dealer to install the Optional Spark Arrestor Kit The engine of your mixer meets the 1995 to 1998 California emissions regulations To ensure that your unit c...

Page 4: ...other symbols or pictographs DANGER Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric sh...

Page 5: ...ance Followinstructionsforlubricatingandchang ing accessories DISCONNECT TOOLS When not in use before servicing or when changing attachments blades bits cutters etc all tools should be disconnected fr...

Page 6: ...e engine is hot Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank Mix and add fuel in a clean well ventilated area outdo...

Page 7: ...if you feel excessive vibration Vibration is a sign of trouble Inspect thoroughly for loose nuts bolts or damage before continuing Repair or replace affected parts as necessary OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS N...

Page 8: ...YOUR RECIPROCATING SAW Beforeattemptingtouseyoursaw familiarizeyourselfwithall operating features and safety requirements See Figure 1 FEATURES WARNING If any parts are missing do not operate your sa...

Page 9: ...havethe lock on featureengagedduringuseandyour saw runs out of gasoline disengage the lock on feature immediately WARNING Before connecting your saw to power supply source always check to be sure it i...

Page 10: ...of fuel according to the instructions on the container NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit s fuel tank CAUTION Forproperengineoperationandmaximumreliability paystrictattentiontotheoilandfuel...

Page 11: ...elease the lock on button The switch trigger should now be in lock on position 5 Fully press and release primer bulb slowly 5 to 7 times Fuel should be visible in the bulb If fuel is not visible press...

Page 12: ...future use such as a tool box NOTE There may be times when the blade clamp sticks to the saw bar and will not loosen enough to allow blades to be installed or removed If this happens loosen the blade...

Page 13: ...til motor reaches full speed since this could cause loss of control resulting in serious injury With saw blade at full cutting speed slowly tilt saw downward until tip of blade starts cutting work Aft...

Page 14: ...e to make sure the unit will not start NOTE Some maintenance procedures may require special tools or skills If you are unsure about these procedures take your unit to an authorized service center MAIN...

Page 15: ...carburetor with air filter cover screws 2 Tighten securely but do not over tighten Plastic parts will break if screws are too tight CAUTION Do not sand blast scrape or clean electrodes Grit in the eng...

Page 16: ...l not accelerate or it will hesitate when you attempt to accelerate Continue to adjust the low speed needle 1 16 of a turn at a time until the engine stabilizes and accelerates properly NOTE Careless...

Page 17: ...tilated area Store the unit out of the reach of children LONG TERM STORAGE If the unit will be stored for an extended time use the following storage procedure 1 Drain all fuel from the fuel tank and d...

Page 18: ...lace or clean the spark plug CAUSE ACTION Air Filter is Plugged Replace or clean the air filter Old or improperly mixed fuel Drain gas tank Add fresh fuel mixture Improper carburetor adjustment Adjust...

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Page 20: ...ir parts or service simply contact your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit Please refer to the insert or call 1 800 525 2579 in the U...

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