Ryobi RLT26C, Operator'S Manual

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English (Original Instructions)
OPERATION
FUEL AND REFUELING
HANDLING THE FUEL SAFELY
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Always handle fuel with care, it is highly flammable.
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Always refuel outdoors where there are no sparks and
flames. Do not inhale fuel vapors.
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Do not let petrol or oil come in contact with your skin.
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Keep petrol and oil away from the eyes. If petrol
or oil comes in contact with the eyes, wash them
immediately with clean water. If irritation is still present,
see a doctor immediately.
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Clean up spilled petrol immediately.
MIXING THE FUEL
(FIG. 3)
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This product is powered by a 2-stroke engine and
requires pre-mixing petrol and 2-stroke oil. Pre-mix
unleaded petrol and 2-stroke engine oil in a clean
container approved for petrol.
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This engine is certified to operate on unleaded petrol
intended for automotive use with an octane rating
of 91 ([R + M] / 2) or higher.
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Do not use any type of pre-mixed petrol / oil from fuel
service stations, this includes the pre-mixed petrol / oil
intended for use in mopeds, motorcycles, etc.
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Use synthetic 2-stroke oil only. Do not use automotive
oil or 2-stroke outboard oil.
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Mix 2% synthetic 2-stroke oil into the petrol. This is
a 50:1 ratio.
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Mix the fuel thoroughly and also each time before
fueling.
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Mix in small quantities. Do not mix quantities larger
than usable in a 30 day period. Synthetic 2-stroke oil
containing a fuel stabilizer is recommended.
1 Litre + 20 ml =
2 Litres + 40 ml =
3 Litres + 60 ml =
4 Litres + 80 ml =
5 Litres + 100 ml =
=50:1 (2%)
FILLING THE TANK
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Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent
contamination.
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Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to
keep fuel from escaping around the cap.
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Carefully pour fuel mixture into the tank. Avoid spillage.
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Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect
the gasket.
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Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten.
Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m away from
refueling site before starting engine.
Note: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during and after first use.
WARNING
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add
fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine.
Move at least 9 m from refueling site before
starting engine. Do not smoke!
STARTING AND STOPPING (FIG. 4)
WARNING
Never start or run the engine inside a closed or
poorly ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
NOTE: Be sure to return the stop switch to the "I" (RUN)
position before trying to start unit.
To start a cold engine:
1. Press the primer bulb 10 times.
NOTE: After the 7th press, the fuel should be visible
in the primer bulb. If not, continue pressing until the
fuel is visible.
2. Set the choke lever to choke position.
3. Keeping the throttle trigger squeezed completely and
pull the starter grip until the engine attempts to start.
Do not pull the starter grip more than 4 times.
4. Set the choke lever to choke position.
5. Pull the starter grip until the engine starts. Do not pull
the starter grip more than 6 times.
NOTE: If the engine does not start, repeat the
procedure from step 2.
6. Allow the engine to run for 10 seconds, then set the
choke lever to position.
To start a warm engine:
1. Press the primer bulb 10 times.
2. Set the choke lever to
position.
3. Squeeze the throttle trigger completely and pull the
starter grip until the engine starts.