Ryobi RCP254G Operator's Manual page 12

cleaned after 8 hours of operation. If working in dusty soil,
Remove the cover.
NOTE:
replaced.
NOTE:
cover. Otherwise, dirt will enter the engine and cause rapid
engine wear.
Reinstall the cover.
Tighten knob to secure.
REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG
The cultivator uses NGK BPMR7A or Champion RCJ-6Y spark
plug (34). Use an exact replacement and replace annually.
Remove the spark plug boot.
Loosen the spark plug by turning it counterclockwise with
a socket.
Remove the spark plug.
Hand thread the new spark plug, turning it clockwise.
NOTE:
of the new plug will ensure easy removal on the next service.
Tighten with a socket and torque to 170 in. lb. minimum,
190 in. lb. maximum. Do not overtighten.
CAUTION
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross-
threading will damage the product seriously.
SPARK ARRESTOR
servicing dealer.
WARNING:
spark arrestor in place.
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND
MUFFLER
Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of
oil used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust port
notice a power loss with your petrol powered tool, request
restore the performance.
STORING THE CULTIVATOR
The following steps should be taken before storing the
cultivator for the season.
Fuel Tank:
Spark Plug:
( Figure 18 )
Air Filter:
Cultivator Body:
PREPARING FOR USE AFTER STORAGE
The following steps should be taken to prepare the cultivator
for use after it has been stored.
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Drain the fuel tank completely if the cultivator will not be
used for more than two weeks.
Restart the engine to make sure no fuel is left in the car-
burettor. Run the engine until it stops. This helps prevent
gum deposits from forming inside the carburettor, which
subsequently can cause engine damage.
Disconnect spark plug wire and remove the spark plug.
Pour a teaspoon of clean, air-cooled, 2-stroke oil through
the spark-plug hole into the combustion chamber.
Leaving the spark plug out, pull the starter cord two or
three times to coat the inside of the cylinder wall.
Inspect spark plug, clean or replace as necessary.
Reinstall the spark plug, but leave the spark plug wire
disconnected.
Clean dirt, grass, and other materials from the entire unit.
Wipe the tines with oil or spray them with silicone lubricant
to prevent rusting.
Oil the throttle cable and all visible moving parts. Do not
remove the engine cover.
Replace any badly worn or broken parts.
Store in an upright position in a clean, dry place. Store
with the handles in the extended position, or loosen handle
knobs and fold handles down. Do not allow throttle cable
to become pinched when lowering the handlebar.
Dispose any leftover fuel properly.
Unfold the handles into the upright position and secure by
tightening handlebar knobs. Do not allow throttle cable to
become pinched when raising the handlebar.
Pull the starter cord three or four times to clean oil from
the combustion chamber.