Ryobi 725rE Operator's Manual page 2

THANK YOU
Thank you for buying this quality product. This modem
outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful
service; You will find it to bea great labor-saving device.
This operator's manual provides you with easy-to-under-
stand operating instructions, Reed the whole manual
and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor
power tool in top operating condition.
PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND
SPECIRCATIONS
All,information, illustrations and specifications in this
manual are based on the latest product information
available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to
make changes at any time without notice,
Copyright o 2000 Ryobi Outdoor Products, inc.
All Rights Reserved.
Click-Unk _ is a registered trademark of Ryobi Outdoor
Products.
SpeedSpool ® is a registered trademark of Ryobi
Outdoor Products.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Service on this unit both within and after the warranty
_eriod should be performed only by an authorized and
approved service dealer.
Dial:
• 1-800-345-8746 or www.ryobi.com on the world wide
web for authorized service dealers in the United States
Or
• 1-800-668-1238 in Canada to obtain the listing of the
authorized service dealer nearest you.
DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER.
NOTE: PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED
FOR WARRANTY" SERVICE.
Make sure this manual is carefully read and understood
before starting or operating this equipment.
THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE
US PATENTS, OTHER PATENTS PENDING.
A complete parts list can be viewed and printed
by going to our web site, www.ryobi.com. Or,
you can request a copy by calling 1-800-345-TRIM
(1-800-345-8746). Please have the unit model and
serial number when calling.
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II.
Canfomia Proposition 65 Warning: ............... 3
Rules for Safe Operation ..................... 3-7
A. Important Safety Information ............... 4-5
B. Safety and International Symbols ............ 5-6
C. Know Your Unit ............................ 7
III. Assembly Instructions ....................... 8-9
A. Installing and Adjusting J-Handte ............. 8
B. Installing the Cutting Attachment Shield ........ 8
IV. Oil and Fuel Information ....................... 9
V. Starting/Stopping Instructions ................. !0
VI. Operating Instructions .....................
11-13
A. _)peratingClick-Ltnk System ................. 11
B. Holding the Trimmer ....................... 12
C. Adjusting Trimming Line Length .............. 12
D. Tips for Best Trimming Results .............. 12
E. Decorative Trimming ....................... 13
F. Holding the Unit with Edger Add-On .......... 13
G. Adjusting Edger Depth ..................... 13
H, Tips for Best Edging Results ................ 13
VIL Maintenance and Repair Instructions ......... 14-22
A, Maintenance Schedule ..................... 14
B. Une Installation ........................... 14
C. Installing a Prewound Reel .................. 15
D. Cleaning the SpeedSpool ................... 16
E. Edger Btade Replacement .................. 17
F. Air Filter Maintenance ...................... 18
G. Carburetor Adjustment ..................... 19
H. Replacing the Spark Plug ................... 20
|. Accessories and Rep|acement parts .......... 20
J. Cleaning ................................ 20
K, Storage ................................ 20
L. Long Term Storage ....................... 20
VIII. Troubleshooting Chart ....................... 21
IX, Specifications .............................. 22
X. Warranty .................................. 24
CONTENTS OF CARTON
This unit should consist of the following:
• Model 725r Trimmer with SpeedSpool®
Bump Head Cutting Attachment
A J-Handle and Hardware
A Cutting Attachment Shield with Hardware
• LE720r Edger Add-On
• Locking Rod
• Bottle of 2-Cycle Oil
• Operator's Manual
• Product RegiStration Card
A This item will either be installed on the unit or in the
hardware pack