General Maintenance; Checking The Fuel Cap; Storing The Product - Ryobi RLT26CDSN Original Instructions Manual

Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the machine,
shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
disconnect spark plug lead and move it away from
spark plug. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in serious personal injury or property damage.
Neglected or poorly conducted maintenance may
create additional hazards. Do not attempt to repair or
maintain this product if you are not qualified to do so.
If in doubt, return to a service centre for professional
assistance.

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.
Do not at any time let brake fluids, petrol, petroleum-
based products, penetrating lubricants, etc., come
in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage,
weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious
personal injury.
You can often make adjustments and repairs described in
this manual. For other repairs, have the trimmer serviced
by a service dealer.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER (FIG. 9)
A dirty air filter will cause starting difficulty, loss of
performance, and shorten the life span of the engine.
Check the air filter monthly. For best performance, replace
the air filter at least once a year.
„ Remove the air filter cover (item 23) by pushing down
on the latch (item 24) with your thumb while gently
pulling on the cover.
„ Remove the air filter (item 22).
„ Clean the foam filter element with warm soapy water.
Rinse and let dry.
NOTE: If the foam filter element is damaged, it should be
replaced.
„ Apply a light coat of engine oil to the foam filter
element, then squeeze it out.
„ Reinstall the air filter.
NOTE: Make sure the filter is seated properly inside the
cover. Installing the filter incorrectly will allow dirt to enter
the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
„ Replace the air filter cover by inserting the slot at the
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bottom of the air box cover into the latch at the bottom
of the air box base; push the air box cover up until it
latches securely in place.
Make sure the trimmer head stops rotating when you
release the trigger. Contact with a rotating trimmer head
could cause personal injury.

CHECKING THE FUEL CAP

A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and
check valve. A clogged fuel filter causes poor engine
performance. If performance improves when the fuel cap
is loosened, the check valve may be faulty or the filter may
be clogged. Replace the fuel cap if necessary.
REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG (FIG. 10)
This engine uses a Champion RCJ6Y or NGK BPMR7A
spark plug. Use an exact replacement and replace
annually.
Follow these steps to replace the spark plug.
„ Remove the spark plug boot (item 25).
„ Loosen the spark plug (item 26) by turning it
counterclockwise with a 16mm socket.
„ Remove the spark plug.
„ Hand thread the new spark plug, turning it clockwise.
„ Tighten with a socket. Do not overtighten.
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross-
threading will seriously damage the engine.

STORING THE PRODUCT

Storing the product differs depending on the amount of
time it will be in storage.
Follow these steps for short term product storage.
„ Clean all foreign material from the product.
„ Store the product in a well-ventilated place that is
inaccessible to children.
If you do not intend to use the product for more than one
month, follow the storage procedures below.
„ Drain all fuel from the tank into a container approved
for petrol.
„ Run the engine until it stops.
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