Ryobi RY34006, Operator'S Manual

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9 — English
OPERATION
BLADE THRUST
Exercise extreme caution when using a blade attachment
with this unit. Blade thrust is the reaction that may occur
when the spinning blade contacts anything it cannot cut.
This contact may cause the blade to stop for an instant, and
suddenly “thrust” the unit away from the object that was hit.
This reaction can be violent enough to cause the operator
to lose control of the unit. Blade thrust can occur without
warning if the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is more likely
to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being
cut. For cutting ease and safety, approach the weeds being
cut with the brush cutter from the right to the left. In the event
an unexpected object or woody stock is encountered, this
practice could minimize the blade thrust reaction.
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figures 6 - 8.
Trimmer should be on a flat, bare surface for starting.
To start a cold engine:

Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
NOTE:
After the 7th press, fuel should be visible in the
primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer until
you see fuel in the bulb.

Set the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position.
NOTE:
Do not squeeze the throttle trigger.

Pull the starter grip until the engine runs.
NOTE:
If engine has not started after 3 pulls and:

outside temperature is 60
°
F or lower, leave the choke
in the FULL CHOKE position and continue to pull the
starter grip until the engine runs.
 outside temperature is above 60 ° F, move the choke
to the
HALF CHOKE
position and continue to pull the
starter grip until the engine runs.

Allow the engine to run for 10 seconds, then set the choke
lever to the
RUN position.
To restart a warm engine:
 Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.

Set the choke lever to the RUN position.
 Pull the starter grip until the engine runs. Do not squeeze
the throttle trigger.
To stop the engine:

To stop the engine, depress the STOP switch to the stop
position “ ”.
IF ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS PRODUCT:
Do not return this product to the retail store where it was
purchased. Please call our Customer Service Department
for any issues you may have.
For Help Call: 1-800-860-4050
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Head protection may also be required depending on the
type of attachment used and as prescribed in the attach-
ment’s Operator’s Manual. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible
serious injuries.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine,
shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from spark
plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
serious personal injury or property damage.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, lubricant, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating lubricants, etc., come in con-
tact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.