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30cc String Trimmers and Brushcutters
CS30
RY30530
RY30931
SS30
RY30550
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BC30
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- Page 1 To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product. Thank you for your purchase. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE OPERATOR’S MANUAL 30cc String Trimmers and Brushcutters CS30 RY30530 RY30931 SS30 RY30550 RY30951 BC30 RY30570 RY30971...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction ... General Safety Rules ... 3 Specific Safety Rules ... 4 Symbols ... 5-6 Features ... 7-9 Assembly ... 10-15 Operation ... 16-0 Maintenance ... 1-4 Troubleshooting ... 5-6 ... -
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 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
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TRIMMER Inspect before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure fasteners are in place and secure. Check for fuel leaks. Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. Be sure the string head or blade is properly installed and securely fastened. -
Page 5: Symbols
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe operation of this product. SYMBOL Safety Alert Read the Operator’s Manual Wear Eye and Hearing Protection Keep Bystanders Away Ricochet No Blade Blade Thrust Gasoline and Lubricant... -
Page 6: Symbols
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand com- pletely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for assistance. -
Page 7: Features
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Weight - (without fuel) CS30 ...11.7 lbs. SS30 ...1.8 lbs. BC30 ...13. lbs. String cutting width CS30 ...17 in. SS30 and BC30 ...18 in. Blade cutting width BC30 ...8 in. Engine displacement ...30cc String diameter Reel Easy String Head ...095 in. Pro Cut II String Head ...095 in. - Page 8 SS30 cOuPLER dRIVE SHAfT HOuSInG REEL EASy STRInG HEAd BC30 cOuPLER dRIVE SHAfT HOuSInG BLAdE FEATURES HAndLE TRIGGER LOck STRAP HAnGER fROnT HAndLE knOB STRAIGHT SHAfT GRASS dEfLEcTOR On/Off TRIGGER SwITcH LOck “J” HAndLE knOB BRuSHcuTTER GuARd REAR PRIMER BuLB fuEL cAP STARTER GRIP And ROPE...
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Page 9: Features
REEL EASy STRInG HEAd KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER See Figures 1a - 1d. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. -
Page 10: Assembly
UNPACKING This product requires assembly. Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. ... -
Page 11: Assembly
INSTALLING THE POWER HEAD TO THE ATTACHMENT See Figure 2. WARNING: Never install, remove, or adjust any attachment while power head is running. Failure to stop the engine can cause serious personal injury. The attachment connects to the power head by means of a coupler device. - Page 12 ATTACHING THE FRONT HANDLE - CS30 AND SS30 See Figure 4. Remove wing nut, washer, and bolt from the front handle. Install the front handle onto the top side of the drive shaft housing in the area indicated by the label. NOTE: The open side of the handle should face the operator.
- Page 13 ATTACHING THE GRASS DEFLECTOR WARNING: The line cutting blade on the grass deflector is sharp. Avoid contact with the blade. Failure to avoid contact can result in serious personal injury. TO ATTACH THE CURVED SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR - CS30 See Figure 6. ...
- Page 14 ATTACHING THE SHOULDER HARNESS - BC30 See Figure 9. Connect the latch on the shoulder harness to the strap hanger. 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 15: Operation
REMOVING THE STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR AND STRING HEAD See Figures 10 - 13. Align the slot in the flanged washer with the slot in the gear head. Remove the hex head bolt and string head assembly. Remove the arbor. ... - Page 16 FUELING AND REFUELING THE TRIMMER FUEL MIXTURE This product is powered by a -cycle engine and requires pre-mixing gasoline and -cycle lubricant. Pre-mix unleaded gasoline and -cycle engine lubricant in a clean 1 gallon container approved for gasoline. Recommended fuel: This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use.
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Page 17: Operating The Trimmer
OPERATING THE TRIMMER See Figure 15. WARNING: Always position the unit on the operator’s right side. The use of the unit on the operator’s left side will expose the user to hot surfaces and can result in possible burn injury. WARNING: To avoid burns from hot surfaces, never operate unit with the bottom of the engine above waist level. -
Page 18: Cutting Tips
WARNING: Always hold the string trimmer away from the body keep- ing clearance between the body and the product. Any contact with the housing or string trimmer cutting head can result in burns and/or other serious personal injury. TO ADVANCE THE CUTTING LINE (REEL EASY STRING HEAD) String advance is controlled by tapping the string head on grass while running engine at full throttle. -
Page 19: 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” 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 20 STARTING AND STOPPING See Figures 21 - 23. To start a cold engine: DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine starts and runs. Lay the trimmer on a flat, bare surface. PRIME - Press the primer bulb 7 times. SET the start lever to the START position.
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Page 21: Maintenance
WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during tool operation. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask. - Page 22 INSTALLING STRING IN REEL EASY STRING HEAD See Figures 26 - 27. Use .095 in. diameter monofilament string. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Cut one piece of string approximately 5 ft. in length. Rotate knob on string head until line on knob aligns with arrows on top of string head.
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Page 23: Idle Speed Adjustment
INSTALLING STRING IN PRO CUT II STRING HEAD See Figure 29. Use monofilament string between .095 in. and .105 in. di- ameter. Use original manufacturer’s replacement string for best performance. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Gather two of the pre-cut lengths of trimmer line provided or cut two pieces of trimmer line, in 11 in. -
Page 24: Storing The Product
CLEANING AIR FILTER SCREEN See Figures 30 - 31. For proper performance and long life, keep air filter screen clean. Remove the air filter cover by pushing down on the latch with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover. ... -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. No spark. Engine will not start . No fuel. 3. Engine is flooded. 1. Incorrect lubricant/fuel mixture. Engine does not reach full speed and emits excessive . -
Page 26: Warranty
Every 25 Hours or Yearly cALL uS fIRST For any questions about operating or maintaining your product, call the Ryobi Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction. SOLUTION 1. Clean threads and lubricate with grease - if no improvement, replace the spool retainer. -
Page 27: Limited Warranty Statement
Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bag and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., reserves the right to change or improve the design of any RYOBI outdoor product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured. -
Page 28: Your Warranty Rights And Obligations
Where a warrantable condition exists, Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., will repair your non-road or small off-road engine at no cost to you, including diagno- sis, parts, and labor performed at an authorized service center for RYOBI outdoor products. MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: This product’s emissions control system is warranted for two years. - Page 29 NOTES...
- Page 30 1-800-860-4050. • HOW TO OBTAIN CUSTOMER OR TECHNICAL SUPPORT: To obtain Customer or Technical Support please contact us at 1-800-860-4050. RYOBI is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license. ® TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC. 987000-184 10-18-07 (REV:03) OPERATOR’S MANUAL...