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Your new trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation,
and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before
using this product.
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
30cc String Trimmers and Brushcutters
RY30020A, RY30040A, and RY30060A
CS30
RY30020A
SS30
RY30040A
BC30
RY30060A
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Summary of Contents for Ryobi CS30 RY30020A, SS30 RY30040A, BC30 RY30060A
- Page 1 Your new trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
n Introduction ... 2 n General Safety Rules... 3 n Specific Safety Rules ... 4 n Symbols ... 5 - 6 n Features ... 7 - 9 n Assembly... 9 - 14 n Operation... 14 - 18 n Maintenance ... 19 - 21 n Troubleshooting... -
Page 3: General Safety Rules
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS n For safe operation, read and understand all instructions before using this product. Follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can result in serious personal injury. -
Page 4: Specific Safety Rules
Do not use any other cutting attachment. To install any other brand of cutting head to this string trimmer can result in serious personal injury. n Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place and in good condition. -
Page 5: Symbols
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe operation of this product. SYMBOL NAME Safety Alert Symbol Read the Operator’s Manual Wear Eye and Hearing Protection Keep Bystanders Away 50' 15m Ricochet 50' 15m... -
Page 6: Save These Instructions
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL DANGER: WARNING: CAUTION: CAUTION: SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. -
Page 7: Features
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Weight - (without fuel) CS30 (RY30020A) ... 10.7 lbs. (4.9 kg.) SS30 (RY30040A) ... 12.1 lbs. (5.4 kg.) BC30 (RY30060A) ... 12.9 lbs. (5.9 kg.) String cutting width CS30 (RY30020A) ...17 in. (432 mm) SS30 (RY30040A) ...18 in. (457 mm) BC30 (RY30060A) ...18 in. - Page 8 SS30 (RY30040A) COUPLER DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING STRING HEAD BC30 (RY30060A) DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING BLADE FEATURES REAR HANDLE TRIGGER LOCK KNOB STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR REAR HANDLE TRIGGER LOCK “J” HANDLE COUPLER KNOB BRUSHCUTTER GUARD Page 8 STARTER GRIP AND ROPE THROTTLE TRIGGER FRONT...
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Page 9: Assembly
Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. ERGONOMIC DESIGN The design of the trimmer provides for easy handling. It is designed for comfort and ease of grasp when operating in different positions and at different angles. UNPACKING This product requires assembly. -
Page 10: Assembly
Slightly rotate the cap from side to side until the button locks into place. n The secondary hole in the attachment shaft can be used for hanging purposes as well. ASSEMBLY GUIDE RECESS BUTTON TRIMMER ATTACHMENT HOLE SECONDARY HOLE BUTTON Page 10 STRING TRIMMER SHAFT... - Page 11 ATTACHING THE FRONT HANDLE - CS30 AND SS30 See Figure 4. n Remove the front handle, bolt, flat washer, lock washer, and wing nut from the Operator’s Kit. n Install the front handle onto the top side of the drive shaft housing and move it to a comfortable position.
- Page 12 See Figure 8. The guard is shipped installed on these brushcutter models. Instructions have been included for reference when changing from string trimmer operation back to brushcutter operation. n With the string head removed, place the brushcutter guard on the gear head as shown.
- Page 13 Adjust the strap to a comfortable position. CONVERTING FROM BRUSHCUTTER TO STRING TRIMMER - BC30 To convert from the brushcutter to the string trimmer, remove the blade and brushcutter guard, attach the straight shaft grass deflector and install the string head.
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Page 14: Operation
REMOVING THE STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR AND STRING HEAD See Figures 10 - 13. n Align the slot in the flanged washer with the slot in the gear head. n Place the gear head locking tool through the slot in the flanged washer and gear head. -
Page 15: Operating The Trimmer
To avoid burns from hot surfaces, never operate unit with the bottom of the engine above waist level. Hold the trimmer with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle. Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation. -
Page 16: Cutting Tips
Avoid hot surfaces by always keeping the tool away from your body. (Proper operating position shown in figure 15.) n Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the best cutting area. n The curved shaft trimmer cuts when passing the unit from right to left. -
Page 17: Operating The Brushcutter
OPERATING THE BRUSHCUTTER See Figures 19 - 20. Hold the brushcutter with your right hand on the rear handle and the your hand on the “J” Barrier Handle. Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation. Brushcutter should be held at a comfortable position with the rear handle about hip height. - Page 18 TO START A COLD ENGINE: DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine starts and runs. n Lay the trimmer on a flat, bare surface. n PRIME - Press the primer bulb 7 times. n SET the start lever to the START position.
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Page 19: Maintenance
Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury. You can often make adjustments and repairs described here. For other repairs, have the trimmer serviced by an authorized service dealer. SPOOL REPLACEMENT NEW PREWOUND SPOOL See Figures 24 - 25. -
Page 20: String Replacement
To install the spool retainer: n Turn the spool retainer clockwise for model CS30. Turn the spool retainer counterclockwise for models SS30 and BC30. n Pull the strings again to rotate the spool into cutting position. Push the spool retainer down while pulling on string(s) to manually advance the string and to check for proper assembly of the string head. -
Page 21: Replacing And Cleaning Air Filter
Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for gasoline. Run engine until it stops. n Clean all foreign material from the trimmer. Store it in a well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Engine will not start 1. No spark. 2. No fuel. 3. Engine is flooded. 1. Incorrect oil/fuel mixture. Engine does not reach full speed and emits excessive 2. -
Page 23: Warranty
1. Cutting tall grass at ground level. housing and string head 2. Operating trimmer at part throttle. THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER Congratulations! You have made an investment toward protecting the environment. In order to maintain this product’s original emission level, please refer to the maintenance section below. -
Page 24: Limited Warranty Statement
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Ryobi Technologies, Inc. warrants to the original retail purchaser that this Ryobi Technologies, Inc. product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at Ryobi Technologies, Inc.’s discretion, any defective product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purchase. - Page 25 THE FOLLOWING CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD (CARB) STATEMENT ONLY APPLIES TO MODEL NUMBERS REQUIRED TO MEET THE CARB REQUIREMENTS. RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS NON-ROAD AND SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Ryobi Technologies, Inc. are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your non-road or small off-road engine.
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Page 26: Service Parts
• SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-860-4050 for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center.