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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
TP30 GAS PRUNER
RY52004
Your pruner has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using
this product.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS n Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 �n General Safety Rules....................................................................................................................................................... 3 �n Specific Safety Rules..................................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES n � Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire before making any adjustments or repairs except for WARNING! carburetor adjustments. Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow �n Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use. fire and/or serious personal injury. �n The chain may rotate during carburetor adjustments. �n It has
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES n Kickback is a dangerous reaction that can lead to serious n To protect yourself from falling branches, do not stand di- injury. Kickback may occur when the moving chain con- rectly under the branch or limb being cut. This unit should tacts an object at the upper portion of the tip of the guide not be held at an angle over 60° from ground level. bar or when the wood closes in and pinches the chain n Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mix- in the cut. Co
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SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.
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SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
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FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Engine Displacement ......................................................................................................................................................30cc Bar length.......................................................................................................................................................................10 in. Weight ......................................................................................................
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ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product requires assembly. n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark plug included. wire from the spark plug when assembling parts. n Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. ATTACHING THE “J” BARRIER HANDLE See Figure 2. n Do not di
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ASSEMBLY n Pull apart the ends of the bracket to expand slightly. To remove: n Slide the bracket over the power head shaft immediately n Loosen the knob. behind the “J” Barrier Handle. n Push in the button and twist the shafts to remove and n Squeeze bracket ends together to retighten. separate ends. n Reinstall the bolt, lock washer, and hex nut to secure. POWER HEAD n Connect the latch on the shoulder harness to the strap SHAFT hanger. COUPLER GUIDE SHOULDER RECESS STRAP “J” BARRIER LATCH
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ASSEMBLY FILLING TANK NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine after first use. n Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent contami- nation. n Loosen fuel cap slowly. Rest the cap on a clean WARNING: surface. Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to n Carefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage. a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least n Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the 30 ft. from refueling site before starting th
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OPERATION n Release the trigger as soon as the cut is completed, allow- ing the engine to idle. If you run the pruner at full throttle without a cutting load, unnecessary wear or damage can occur to the chain, bar, and engine. CUTTING GUIDE 60° MAXIMUM Fig. 6 Failure to follow proper cutting procedures will result in the bar and chain binding and becoming pinched or trapped in the limb. If this should happen: Fig. 7 n Stop the engine. n Work slowly, keeping both hands on the saw with a fir
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OPERATION POSITION FOR STARTING See Figure 9. Lay the pruner on the ground and ensure that no objects or STARTER obstructions are in the immediate vicinity. Make sure nothing GRIP can come in contact with the bar and chain. ENGINE SWITCH Fig. 9 PRIMER BULB STARTING AND STOPPING TRIGGER See Figures 10 - 12. LOCK TO START A COLD ENGINE: DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine starts THROTTLE TRIGGER and runs. Fig. 11 �n Lay the trimmer on a flat, bare surface. n � PRIME - Press
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MAINTENANCE n Stop the engine before setting the chain tension. Make sure the guide bar nut is loose to finger tight, turn the WARNING: chain tensioning screw clockwise to tension the chain. When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement Refer to “Replacing the Bar and Chain” for additional parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or information. cause product damage. NOTE: A cold chain is correctly tensioned when there is no slack on the underside of the guide bar, the
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MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE BAR n Remove all slack from chain by turning the chain tension- See Figures 15 - 20. ing screw clockwise, assuring that the chain seats into the bar groove during tensioning. n Lift the tip of the bar up to check for sag. Release the tip WARNING: of the bar, and turn the chain tensioning screw 1/2 turn To avoid possible serious injury, stop engine before re- clockwise. Repeat this process until sag does not exist. placing the bar, chain, or performing any mainten
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MAINTENANCE IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT CHAIN OILER See Figure 21. See Figure 22. If the chain turns at idle, the idle speed screw needs ad- n Use Premium Bar and Chain Oil. It is designed for chains justing on your trimmer engine. Turn the idle speed screw and chain oilers and is formulated to perform over a wide counterclockwise to reduce the idle RPM and stop the chain temperature range with no dilution required. movement. If the saw chain still moves at idle speed, contact n Remove the ca
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MAINTENANCE n Use a 5/32 in. diameter round file and holder. CHAIN MAINTENANCE See Figure 23. n Keep the file level with the top plate of the tooth. Do not let the file dip or rock. For smooth and fast cutting, the chain needs to be main- tained properly. The following conditions indicate that the chain requires sharpening: n Wood chips are small and powdery n Chain must be forced through the wood during cutting n Chain cuts to one side During maintenance of the chain, consider the following:
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MAINTENANCE CAUTION: AIR FILTER COVER Dull or improperly sharpened chain can cause excessive engine speed during cutting which may result in severe engine damage. WARNING: Improper chain sharpening increases the potential of kickback. Failure to replace or repair damaged chain can cause serious injury. KNOB CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER Fig. 28 Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of oil used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust port AIR FILTER BASE a
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MAINTENANCE FUEL CAP STORAGE (1 MONTH OR LONGER) See Figure 30. n Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for WARNING: gasoline. Run engine until it stops. A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced n Clean all foreign material from the trimmer. Store it in a immediately. well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check and de-icing salts. v
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not start. No spark. Check spark. Remove spark plug. Reattach the spark plug cap and lay spark plug on metal cylinder. Pull the starter rope and watch for spark at spark plug tip. If there is no spark, repeat test with a new spark plug. No fuel. Push primer bulb until bulb is full of fuel. If bulb does not fill, primary fuel delivery system is blocked. Contact a servicing dealer. If primer bulb fills, engine may be flooded, proceed to next it
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WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT In addition, this warranty does not cover: Ryobi Technologies, Inc. warrants to the original retail A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor purchaser that this Ryobi Technologies, Inc. product is Adjustments, Ignition, Filters free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting to repair or replace, at Ryobi Technologies, Inc.’s discretion, Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes,
