![background image](http://html1.mh-extra.com/html/ryobi/ry09550/ry09550_operators-manual_1504033013.webp)
11 - English
MAINTENANCE
VACUUM BAG
A dirty bag will reduce performance. To clean the bag, turn it
inside out and shake. Wash the bag in soapy water at least
once a year. To obtain a replacement bag, see
How to Order
Replacement Parts
on the back page of this manual.
FUEL CAP
WARNING:
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a
check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine
performance. If performance improves when the fuel cap
is loosened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged.
Replace fuel cap if required.
SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT
This engine uses a Ryobi AC00160, Champion RCJ-6Y or
NGK BPMR7A spark plug with .025 in. electrode gap. Use
an exact replacement and replace annually.
STORING THE PRODUCT
Clean all foreign material from the product. Store idle unit
indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible
to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as
garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage
and handling of gasoline.
When storing 1 month or longer:
Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for
gasoline. Run engine until it stops.
TROUBLESHOOTING
IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIzED SERVICING DEALER.
PROBLEM
CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine fails to start.
No fuel in tank.
Spark plug shorted or fouled.
Spark plug is broken. (cracked
porcelain or electrodes broken)
Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or
disconnected from spark plug.
Ignition inoperative.
Fill tank.
Replace spark plug.
Replace spark plug.
Replace lead wire or attach to spark
plug.
Contact authorized service center.
Engine hard to start.
Water in gasoline or stale fuel mixture.
Too much lubricant in fuel mixture.
Engine is under or over choked.
Weak spark at spark plug.
Drain entire system and refill with fresh
fuel.
Drain and refill with correct mixture.
Adjust choke as necessary.
Contact authorized service center.
Engine lacks power.
Air filter clogged.
Clean air filter. Refer to
Cleaning the
Air Filter Screen
earlier in this manual.
Engine overheats.
Insufficient lubricant in fuel mixture.
Mix fuel as described in starting
instructions.
Summary of Contents for RY09550
Page 41: ...22 English NOTES...