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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
String Trimmer
PLT3043S

Your new trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator
safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

Thank you for buying a Ryobi trimmer.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before

using this product.

Summary of Contents for PLT3043S

Page 1: ...or dependability ease of operation and operator safety Properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance Thank you for buying a Ryobi trimmer SAVETHIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product ...

Page 2: ... tool READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY RULES For safe operation read and understand all instructions before using the trimmer Follow all safety instructions Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below can result in serious personal injury Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated area breathing exha...

Page 3: ...he unit wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists warm It is reported that cold weather is a major factor contributing to Raynaud s Syndrome b After each period of operation exercise to increase bloodcirculation c Take frequent work breaks Limit the amount of exposure per day d Keep the tool well maintained fasteners tightened and worn parts replaced If you experience any of the symptoms of this co...

Page 4: ...e and hearing protection Wear eye and hearing protection when operating this equipment Keep bystanders away Keep all bystanders at least 15 m 50 feet away Ricochet Danger of Ricochet Noblade Do not install any type of blade on this unit RPM Decal Rotational direction and maximum speed of the shaft for the cutting attachment Boots Wear non slip safety footwear when using this equipment Gloves Wear ...

Page 5: ...f information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TECHNICAL DATA Weight Without fuel and string head 4 07 Kg Without fuel w string head 5 09 Kg Fuel tank volume 42 5 cm3 Cutting swath 432 mm Enginedisplacement 30 cm3 Maximum engine performance in accordance with ISO 8893 0 78 kW Maximum rotational frequency of the spindle 9000 min 1 Engine...

Page 6: ...G INSTRUCTIONS Carefully remove the product from the carton Inspect the product to make sure no breakage or damageoccurredduringshipping Do not discard the packing material until you have inspected and operated the product PACKING LIST FOR OWNER S KIT Grass deflector Fronthandle Muffler guard torx wrench and screws Hardware Operator smanual KNOB COUPLER ...

Page 7: ...ghtness during use to avoid serious injury The trimmer attachment connects to the power head by means of a coupler device 1 Loosen the knob on the coupler of the power head shaft and remove the end cap from the attachment 2 Push in the button located on the trimmer attachment shaft Align the button with the guide recess on the power head coupler and slide the two shafts together Rotate the trimmer...

Page 8: ...nd the bracket on the driveshaft housing below the spacer 2 Install the two handle base screws and nuts but do not tighten completely 3 Place the handle grip onto the handle base and install the two screws Tighten securely 4 Adjust the position of the handle for best balance and comfort 5 Tighten the two handle base screws securely NOTE Do not attempt to remove or modify the spacer This spacer lim...

Page 9: ...d and two screws from the owner s kit 2 Attach the muffler guard to the rear housing NOTE Make sure the bent end of the muffler guard fits securely into the opening of the rear housing 3 Using the torx wrench supplied install the two screws and tighten securely ASSEMBLY SCREWS MUFFLER GUARD REAR HOUSING TORX WRENCH ...

Page 10: ...rass Prolonged cutting at partial throttle will result in oil dripping from the muffler FUEL AND REFUELING HANDLING THE FUEL SAFELY Always handle fuel with care it is highly flammable Always refuel outdoors where there are no sparks and flames Do not inhale fuel vapors Do not let gasoline or oil come in contact with your skin Keep gasoline and oil away from the eyes If gasoline or oil comes in con...

Page 11: ...NG TIPS See Figure 8 Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut this is the best cutting area Do not cut in dangerous cutting area Use the tip of string to do the cutting do not force string head into uncut grass Wire and picket fences cause extra string wear even breakage Stone and brick walls curbs and wood may wear string rapidly Avoid trees and shrubs Tree bark wood moldings siding and ...

Page 12: ...erlock squeeze trigger and pull starter rope until engine tries to run No more than 6 pulls 5 Set choke lever to half choke position 6 Hold trigger and pull starter rope until engine runs 7 Run engine 30 to 45 seconds at full throttle with trigger depressed fully on half choke position to warm up Move choke lever to run position TO START A WARM ENGINE 1 Move choke lever to run position 2 Hold trig...

Page 13: ... Make sure the ends of each string is extended approximately 152 mm 6 in beyond each slot 4 Thread the strings into the eyelets in the string head Carefully push the spool into the string head gently pull the strings to the outside if necessary When the spool is positioned in the string head grasp the strings and pull sharply to release them from the slots in the spool 5 Push down and turn the spo...

Page 14: ...AUST PORT AND MUFFLER Depending on the type of fuel used the type and amount of oil used and or your operating conditions the exhaust port and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits If you notice a power loss with your gas powered tool a qualified service technician will need to remove these deposits to restore performance SPARK ARRESTOR The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced ever...

Page 15: ...quipment STORAGE 1 MONTH OR LONGER 1 Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for gasoline Run engine until it stops 2 Clean all foreign material from the trimmer Store it in a well ventilated place that is inaccessible to children Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de icing salts 3 Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage and handling of gaso...

Page 16: ... H needle counterclockwise 1 16 turn If H high needle can not be turned counterclock wise do not force plastic limiter caps Contact a service dealer See Figure 20 1 Use fresh fuel and the correct 2 cycle oil mix 2 Clean the air filter Refer to Replacing and Cleaning the Air Filter earlier in this manual 3 Turn H needle clockwise 1 16 1 8 turn See Figure20 Turn idle speed screw clockwise to increas...

Page 17: ...otation from the original factory adjustment If your unit exhibits specific performance problem s where theTrouble Shooting Section recommends a counterclockwise needle adjustment and no adjustments have been made since original purchase the unit should be taken to a factory authorized service dealer for repair In most cases the needed adjustment is a simple task for the factory trained service re...

Page 18: ...such as battery packs bulbs blades and bits etc In the event of malfunction within the guarantee period please return the assembled product with proof of purchase to your dealer or nearest Ryobi Service Centre Your statutory rights in respect of defective products remain unaffected by the warranty RyobiTechnologies GmbH Itterpark 7 D 40724 Hilden Germany RyobiTechnologies Customer Services Anvil H...

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