3
2
6
8
1
10
5
4 7
9
NOTICE: Do not use E15 or E85 fuel
(or fuel containing greater than 10%
ethanol) in this product. It is a violation
of federal law and will damage
the unit and void your warranty.
ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURE
WARNING:
This Engine Starting Procedure is not a substitute
for reading the operator’s manual. To reduce the
risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
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10
First time use only: Pour entire contents of ONE engine lubricant
bottle into oil fill hole using the funnel provided.
Later uses: Check engine lubricant level and add lubricant if needed.
Pull starter grip and rope until engine starts (6X max.)
NOTE: If the unit has not started, return to step 3.
Set the throttle/cruise lever to IDLE. Do not squeeze the throttle
to start a hot engine.
Allow the engine to warm for 10 seconds, SET choke lever to
RUN.
PRESS and HOLD stop switch until engine stops.
SET choke lever to RUN.
Pull starter grip and rope until engine starts (6X max.)
SET throttle/cruise control lever to IDLE.
Pull starter grip and rope handle until engine attempts to start
(4X max.)
SET choke lever to HALF choke.
SET choke lever to FULL choke.
Pour fresh gasoline into the fuel tank.
Slowly press the PRIMER BULB 10x or until fuel appears.
TO STOP:
TO RESTART A WARM ENGINE:
If the engine/unit is already hot:
1 GALLON
GAS
LUBRICANT
1 GALLON
GAS
LUBRICANT
1 GALLON
GAS
LUBRICANT
1 GALLON
GAS
LUBRICANT
1 GALLON
GAS
LUBRICANT
1 GALLON
GAS
LUBRICANT
1 GALLON
GAS
LUBRICANT
1 GALLON
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LUBRICANT
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LUBRICANT
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LUBRICANT
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LUBRICANT
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GAS
LUBRICANT
1 GALLON
GAS
LUBRICANT
Go to
www.ryobitools.com
and register your new tool on-line.
For any questions about operating or maintaining your product,
call the Ryobi
®
Help Line ! Your product has been fully tested prior
to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction. Troubleshoot-
ing tips are also available in your operator’s manual.
CALL
1-800-860-4050
www.ry
obitool
s.com
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