Ryobi RY08548, Operator'S Manual

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PREMIUM EXACT MIX™ (50:1)
GASOLINE OIL
1 gallon (US) 2.6 oz.
1 liter 20 cc (20 ml)
FILLING THE TANK
WARNING:
Always stop the engine before filling the fuel tank.
Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot
engine. Move at least 30 ft. from the refueling area
before starting engine. Do not smoke while filling the tank.

Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent contami-
nation.

Loosen the fuel cap slowly, by turning it counter-
clockwise.

Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.

Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing
the fuel cap.

Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clock-
wise.

Wipe spilled fuel from the product.

Move at least 30 ft. away from refueling area before
starting the product.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during first use.
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. If you find any leaks, correct the
problem before using the product.
WARNING:
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so
could result in objects being thrown into your eyes
resulting in possible serious injury.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-
mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended can result
in serious personal injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
 Clear leaves and other debris from your lawn

Keep decks and driveways free from leaves and pine
needles
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline will burn you and others.
MIXING THE FUEL
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle oil. The mixture should be
at a 50:1 ratio, using Premium Exact Mix
™
2-cycle engine
oil. If Premium Exact Mix
™
2-cycle engine oil is not available,
use a high quality synthetic 2-cycle engine oil, mixed at a
50:1 ratio. See chart later in this section.
To mix the fuel:

Use a clean container that is approved for use with gaso-
line.

Mix the Premium Exact Mix
™
2-cycle engine oil with
unleaded gasoline in the container, according to the
instructions on the oil package.
NOTE: This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gaso-
line intended for automotive use with an octane rating of 87
[(R + M) / 2] or higher. Do not use automotive oil or 2-cycle
outboard oil.
OPERATION
NOTE: Premium Exact Mix
™
fuel mixture will stay fresh up
to 30 days. DO NOT mix quantities larger than can be used
in a 30 day period.