Ryobi RLT254CDSO Manuel D'utilisation page 26

MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Use only original manufacturer's replacement parts,
accessories and attachments. Failure to do so can
cause possible injury, poor performance and may void
your warranty.
■ Always stop the engine and allow it cool before making
any maintenance.
■ You may make adjustments and repairs described
in this user manual. For other repairs, contact the
authorized service agent.
■ Consequences
of improper
include excess carbon deposits resulting in loss of
performance and discharge of black oily residue
dripping from the silencer.
■ For replacement line, use only nylon filament line of
the diameter described in the specification table of this
manual.
■ After extending new cutter line, always return the
product to its normal operating position before starting.
■ The cutting attachment must not work in idle mode. If
this requirement is not satisfied, the clutch has to be
adjusted or the machine needs an urgent maintenance
by a qualified technician.
■ After each use, clean the product with a soft dry cloth.
■ Check all nuts, bolts and screws at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to ensure the product is in safe
working condition. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service
centre.
LINE REPLACEMENT
See fi gure 8.
■ Ensure the unit is in the off position.
■ Use a 2.4 mm diameter monofilament string.
■ Stop the engine.
■ Cut one piece of string approximately 6 m in length.
■ Rotate the knob on the string head until the line on
knob aligns with the arrows on the top of string head.
■ Insert one end of the string into the eyelet located on
the side of the string head and push until string comes
out through eyelet on the other side.
■ Continue to push string through the string head until
English (Original instructions)
■ Rotate the knob on the line trimmer head to wind the
■ Wind the string until approximately 20 cm remains
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER
Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount
of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the
exhaust port and silencer may become blocked with
carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with your gas
powered tool, a qualifi ed service technician will need to
remove these deposits to restore performance.
maintenance may
SPARK ARRESTOR
The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every
25 hours to ensure proper performance of your product.
Spark arrestors may be in different locations depending on
the model purchased. Please contact your nearest service
dealer for the location of the spark arrestor for your model.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
See fi gure 9.
For proper performance and long life, keep the air fi lter
clean.
■ Ensure the unit is in the off position.
■ Remove the air filter cover.
■ Remove the air filter and clean it with warm soapy water.
■ Rinse, and let the air filter dry completely.
■ Work two drops of lubricant into the air filter.
■ Replace the air filter (fits only one way).
■ Replace the air filter cover.
NOTE: The fi lter should be replaced annually for best
performance.
FUEL CAP
A leaking fuel cap is a fi re hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable fi lter and a
check valve. A clogged fuel fi lter will cause poor engine
performance. If performance improves when the fuel cap
is loosened, check valve may be faulty or fi lter clogged.
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the middle section of the string is inside the string head
and string outside the string head is evenly divided on
each side.
line.
protruding from the string head.
WARNING