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765r
2-Cycle Gas Trimmer
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 in U.S. or
1-800-668-1238 in CANADA
www.RyobiOutdoor.com
IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY
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INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS I. California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 THANK YOU Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern II. Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful A. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. B. Safety and International Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 This opera
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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. All U.S. Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington require, by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush and
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION • IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS TRIMMERS WARNING: When using the unit, you must WARNING: Gasoline is highly flammable, follow the safety rules. For your own safety and its vapors can explode if ignited. Take and that of bystanders, please read these the following precautions: instructions before operating the unit. Please keep the instructions for later use. • Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and approved
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION • Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position • Use only Genuine Factory Parts™ replacement parts whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and and accessories for this unit. These are available from unit must be in a stable position while starting. Refer your authorized service dealer. Use of any to Starting/Stopping Instructions. unauthorized parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and • Use the right tool.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING • THROWN OBJECTS AND • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE Indicates danger, warning, or SEVERE INJURY caution. May be used in conjunction WARNING: Do not operate without with ot
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION KNOW YOUR UNIT APPLICATIONS Fuel Cap As a trimmer: Starter Rope Grip • Cutting grass and light weeds • Edging • Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc. Shaft Grip D-Handle On/Off Stop Control Throttle Control Choke Lever Shaft Tube Primer Bulb Muffler Spark Plug Air Filter/Muffler Cover Cutting Attachment Line Cutting Blade 7
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING THE D- INSTALLING THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT HANDLE SHIELD 1. Push the D-handle down onto the shaft housing so Use the following instructions if the cutting attachment that the handle slants towards the shaft grip (Fig. 1). shield on your unit is not installed. The squared bolt hole in the handle is to the right. WARNING: To prevent serious personal 2. Insert the shoulder bolt into the squared hole in the injury, never operate the trimmer without handle
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OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION Thoroughly mix the proper ratio of 2-cycle engine oil OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS with unleaded gasoline in a separate fuel can. Use a 40:1 Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons fuel/oil ratio. Do not mix them directly in the engine fuel for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh, tank. See the table below for specific gas and oil mixing clean unleaded fuel. Follow the instructions carefully for ratios. the proper fuel/oil mixture. NOTE:
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STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Operate this unit only in a well- ventilated outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area. Stop/Off (O) WARNING: Avoid accidental starting. Make sure you are in the starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. 8). To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit must be On/Off Stop Control in a stable position while starting. Start/On (I) Fig. 6 1. Mix gas with oil. Fill fuel tank with fuel/oil m
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOLDING THE TRIMMER NOTE: Do not rest the Bump Head™ on the ground while the unit is running. WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot CAUTION: Do not remove or alter the line and body protection to reduce the risk of cutting blade assembly. Excessive line length injury when operating this unit. will make the clutch overheat. This may lead to serious personal injury or damage to the unit. Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Fig. 9). Check for the fol
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be Perform these required maintenance procedures at the performed by any non-road engine repair frequency stated in the table. These procedures should establishment, individual or authorized service also be a part of any seasonal tune-up. dealer. NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require In order to assure peak performance of your engine, special t
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS For Use with Single For Use with SplitLine™ 9. Insert the end of the line into the open hole in the Line ONLY or Single Line inner reel and pull the line tight to make the loop as small as possible (Fig. 18). Slotted Holes 10. Before winding, split the line back about 6 inches. 11. Wind the line in tight even layers in the direction indicated on the inner reel. NOTE: Failure to wind the line in the direction indicated will cause the cutting attachment to opera
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning the Air Filter INSTALLING A PREWOUND REEL Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. 1. Hold the outer spool with one hand and unscrew the It is an important item to maintain. Failure to maintain the bump knob counterclockwise (Fig. 12). Inspect the bolt air filter will VOID the warranty. inside the bump knob to make sure it moves freely. Replace the bump knob if damaged. 1. Remove air filter/muffler cover. Refer to Removing the Air
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS Reinstalling the Air Filter/Muffler Cover 1. Place the air filter/muffler cover over the back of the carburetor and muffler. Align the screw holes. Exhaust Spark Bolts Gasket Arrestor 2. Insert the four (4) screws into the holes in the air filter/muffler cover (Fig. 21) and tighten. Do not over tighten. SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE 1. Remove air filter/muffler cover. Refer to Removing the Air Filter/Muffler Cover. 2. Locate muffler front and the two (2) bolts s
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 3. If the engine appears to be idling too fast, turn the CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT idle speed screw counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn at The idle speed of the engine is adjustable through the air a time (as needed), to reduce idle speed. filter/muffler cover (Fig. 28). Checking the fuel mixture, cleaning the air filter, and NOTE: Careless adjustments can seriously damage your adjusting the idle speed should solve most engine unit. An authorized service dealer should
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING TRANSPORTING • Allow the engine to cool before transporting. WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn your trimmer off and allow it to • Drain fuel from unit. cool before you clean or service it. • Tighten fuel cap before transporting. • Secure the unit while transporting. Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit. Do not use strong detergents. Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and ACCESS
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TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE WILL NOT START CAUSE ACTION Empty fuel tank Fill fuel tank with properly mixed fuel Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Press primer bulb fully and slowly 10 times Engine is flooded Squeeze the trigger and pull the starter rope Old or improperly mixed fuel Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel mixture Fouled spark plug Replace or clean the spark plug Plugged spark arrestor Clean or replace spark arrestor ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE CAUSE ACTION Air filter is plugged Replace or clean th
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SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE* Engine Type.......................................................................................................................................... Air-Cooled, 2-Cycle Stroke................................................................................................................................................... 1.25 in. (31.75 mm.) Displacement........................................................................................................................
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