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RLT254CSEON 25.4CC GRASS TRIMMER ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS Important! It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling, maintaining and operating this machine.
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English (Original Instructions) SYMBOLS Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. Safety alert Read and understand all instructions before operating the product.
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English (Original Instructions) Press the primer bulb 10 times. Squeeze the throttle lock and throttle trigger to run. Wait 10 seconds. Pull: Quick release tab Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM). This product meets applicable regulatory requirements. 75 dB Sound pressure level at idle Guaranteed sound power level 115 dB When fitting the line spool to the cutting means, this symbol should be visible to the operator.
English (Original Instructions) Safety, performance, and dependability have been given the string head. top priority in the design of your grass trimmer. ■ Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating this product. If working in an area where there is a risk INTENDED USE of falling objects, head protection must be worn.
Never use cutting means or attachments which ■ The grass trimmer is fitted with a harness. Carefully are not specified by Ryobi in this manual. This adjust the harness to fit comfortably and help to includes the use of metal multi-piece pivoting support the weight of the machine at your right side.
English (Original Instructions) RESIDUAL RISKS 12. Reel Easy string head 13. Cutting line Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still 14. Idle speed screw impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk 15. Knob factors. The following hazards may arise in use and 16.
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English (Original Instructions) Failure to heed this warning could result in NOTE: Do not attempt to remove the locks on the clamp, serious personal injury. the locks limit the upper position of the front handle WARNING Do not attempt to modify the product or create ATTACHING THE GRASS DEFLECTOR accessories not recommended for use with the See Fig.
English (Original Instructions) ■ Remove the string head cover, bump knob, bolt, spool, ■ Insert the line into the load slots located on the sides and spring then set aside. of the line head. Line should be pushed in until approximately 2 cm protrudes from the holes on the ■...
Note: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new WARNING engine during and after first use. Only use the Ryobi OES18 electrical starter. Use WARNING of any other starter may damage the engine and Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add cause serious personal injury.
English (Original Instructions) the operation manual of the OES18 electrical Lay the product on the ground and make sure that the starter to avoid improper operation and serious cutting means do not come in contact with anything. personal injury. Press the primer bulb 10 times. Set the choke lever to position.
English (Original Instructions) ■ Wire and picket fences cause extra line wear, even ■ The cutting attachment must not work in idle mode. If breakage. this requirement is not satisfied, the clutch has to be adjusted or the product needs an urgent maintenance ■...
English (Original Instructions) ■ Remove the spark arrestor using needle-nosed pliers. the spark plug. Using a combination wrench, loosen the spark plug by ■ Clean the spark arrestor with a small wire brush. turning it in a counterclockwise direction. Remove the ■...
English (Original Instructions) TROUBLESHOOTING IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORISED SERVICE DEALER. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Engine will not start. 1. No spark. 1. The spark plug may be damaged, remove it and check for dirt and cracks. Replace with a new spark plug. 2.
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English (Original Instructions) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Engine starts, runs, Idle speed screw on carburetor Contact a servicing dealer. accelerates but will not idle. requires adjustment Line will not advance. 1. Line welded to itself. 1. Lubricate with silicone spray. 2.
English (Original Instructions) SPECIFICATION - Idling 71.7 dB (A) Grass Trimmer RLT254CSEON - Racing 100.3 dB (A) Weight - Equivalent A-weight emission 97.3 dB (A) sound pressure level - Without fuel, cutting attachment 5.02 kg and harness Uncertainty 2.5 dB...
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