Cleaning The Air Filter; Checking The Fuel Cap; Replacing The Spark Plug - Ryobi RPP254JO Original Instructions Manual

engine is fuelled.
NOTE: Do not use dirty, used, or otherwise
contaminated lubricant. Damage may occur to the oil
pump, bar, or chain.
NOTE: Use chain and bar oil only. Other oils will not
stick to the chain properly and will result in damage to
the chain and bar.

CLEANING THE AIR FILTER

For proper performance and longer life, keep the air filter
clean.
■ Ensure the product is in the off position
■ Remove the air filter cover.
■ Remove the air filter and clean it with warm soapy
water.
■ Rinse, and let the air filter dry completely.
■ Work two drops of lubricant into the air filter.
■ Replace the air filter (fits only one way).
■ Replace the air filter cover.
NOTE: The air filter should be replaced annually for the
best performance.

CHECKING THE 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.

REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG

WARNING
The material of the spark plug is metal. It becomes very
hot after you stop the engine. Wait for the engine to cool
down before disassembling the metal spark plug boot to
avoid personal injury.
NOTE: This engine uses a Champion RCJ6Y or equivalent
with 0.63 mm (0.025 in.) electrode gap. Use an exact
replacement and replace annually.
1. Stop the engine.
2. Hold the front portion of the rubber protect boot and pull
it away from the housing.
3. Pull the rubber protect boot upward to release the hook.
4. Twist the metal spark plug boot and pull it away from
the spark plug.
5. Loosen the spark plug by turning it counter clockwise
with a wrench. Remove the old spark plug and replace
with a new one. Assemble back the metal spark plug
boot and the rubber protect boot.
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