Maintenance - Ryobi RY40702 Operator's Manual

 Stand behind the unit with the tines on the ground and
the work area clean and free of obstructions.
 Start the tiller.
 For forward operation, gradually move the speed control
lever forward. For reverse, move the lever completely
rearward.
NOTE: Tine rotation is halted when the lever is in the
reverse position.
NOTE: Several passes over the same path may be required
to reach the desired depth. Do not try to dig too deeply in
the first pass. If the machine jumps or bucks, allow the unit
to move forward at a slightly faster rate, adjust the position
of the depth bar, or add sand to the ballast tank.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the
battery packs and start key from the product before
inspecting, cleaning or performing any maintenance.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only authorized replacement parts.
Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause
product damage.
NOTICE:
Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,
etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not
operate this product until all missing or damaged parts
are replaced. Please contact customer service or an
authorized service center for assistance.
OPERATION
To dig more deeply, continuously pull the tiller towards you
and let it pull itself forward.
If the machine stays and digs in one spot, lift up gently on
the handlebars. The forward motion of the tires will pull the
machine forward and overcome the force from tine rotation.
If the soil is very hard, water a few days before cultivating.
Avoid working the soil when soggy or wet. Wait a day or two
after heavy rain for the ground to dry.
When tilling in confined areas or rows, rotate the lower side
panels down to avoid damaging nearby objects. When tilling
in dry conditions, lower the side panels to keep dust at a
minimum.

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or
destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the
unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further
bearing lubrication is required.
STORING THE TILLER
 Clean dirt, grass, and other materials from the entire unit.
 Wipe the tines with oil or spray them with silicone lubricant
to prevent rusting.
 Do not remove the motor cover.
 Order new parts to replace any that are badly worn or
broken.
 Store in an upright position in a clean, dry place.
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