770rEB 2-Cycle Gas Trimmer / Edger / Blower OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 in U.S. or 1-800-265-6778 in CANADA www.ryobi.com IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY INTRODUCTION THANK YOU Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. This operator's manual provides you with easy-to-understand operating instructions. Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition. The other manual that came with your power tool, the parts manual, contains all the information that you need to order parts. I. II. TABLE OF CONTENTS California Emission Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 A. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 B. Safety and International Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7 C. Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 III. Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 A. Installing and Adjusting J-Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 B. Installing Cutting Attachment Shield . . . . . . . . . 10 IV. Oil and Fuel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 V. Starting/Stopping Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 VI. Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-16 A. Operating Click-Link System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 B. Holding the Trimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 C. Adjusting Trimming Line Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 D. Tips for Best Trimming Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 E. Decorative Trimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 F. Holding the Unit with Edger Add-On . . . . . . . . . . 15 G. Tips for Best Edging Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 H. Holding the Unit with Sweeper/Blower Add-On . . 16 I. Operating Tips When Using Sweeper/Blower . . . 16 VII. Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . . 17-22 A. Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 B. Line Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 C. Installing a Prewound Reel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 D. Edger Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 E. Air Filter Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 F. Carburetor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 G. Replacing the Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 H. Accessories and replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . 22 VIII. Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 A. Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 IX. Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 X. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 XI. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28 PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS 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© 1998 Ryobi Outdoor Products, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Click-Link® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Outdoor Products. Bump HeadTM is a trademark of Ryobi Outdoor Products. SERVICE INFORMATION Service on this unit both within and after the warranty period should be performed only by an authorized and approved service dealer. Dial: 1-800-345-8746 in the United States or 1-800-265-6778 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 OF THE US PATENTS LISTED BELOW: 5,076,149; 4,901,682; 4,779,405; 4,651,422; 4,505,040; 4,463,498; 4,369,742; 4,342,236; 4,223,441; 2,125,688; D-249,012; D-239,329; OTHER PATENTS PENDING. CONTENTS OF CARTON This unit should consist of the following: · Model 770rEB Trimmer J-Handle and Hardware Cutting Attachment Shield and Hardware · LE720r Edger Add-On · SB720r Sweeper/Blower Add-On · Locking Rod · Bottle of 2-Cycle Oil · Operator's Manual · Parts Manual · Product Registration Card These items may be in the hardware bag or assembled on your unit. 2 CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS This unit meets the 1995 to 1998 California emissions regulations for small off-road engines. These units are identified by the label on the engine of your product. A typical identification label is shown. To ensure that your unit continues to meet these regulations, refer to the following information and instructions in this operator's manual. 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 states of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington require, by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine. This unit is not factory equipped with a spark arrestor. If these items are required in your area, ask your LOCAL SERVICE dealer to install the Optional Accessory Part #180030 Spark Arrestor Kit. WARNING! Read the Operator's Manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders. FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 IN U.S. OR 1-800-265-6778 in CANADA RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. SYMBOL MEANING DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in injury to yourself and others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates danger, warning, or caution. Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment. 3 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION · IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION · READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING · Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the unit. · Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. · Children and teens under the age of 15 must not use the unit, except for teens guided by an adult. · Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure. Replace cutting attachment parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. Make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed and securely fastened. Be sure the cutting attachment shield is properly attached, and positioned as recommended. Failure to so can result in personal injury to the operator and bystanders, as well as damage to the unit. · Use only 0.080 inch (2.03 mm) diameter genuine Ryobi replacement line. Never use metal-reinforced line, wire, or rope, etc.. These can break off and become a dangerous projectile. · Be aware of the risk of injury to the head, hands and feet. · Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting attachment. Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. At a minimum, keep all children, bystanders and pets outside a 50 feet (15 m.) radius; there still may be a risk to bystanders from thrown objects. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection. If you are approached, stop the engine and cutting attachment immediately. · Squeeze the throttle control and check that it returns automatically to the idle position. Make all adjustments or repairs before using unit. · This unit was not designed to be used as a brushcutter. Do not attach or operate this unit with any type of brushcutting blade or brushcutting attachment. · Mix and add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated area outdoors where there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove the fuel cap only after stopping engine. Do not smoke while fueling or mixing fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel from the unit immediately. · Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate. · Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site before starting the engine. Do not smoke, keep sparks and open flames from the area while adding fuel or operating the unit. WHILE OPERATING · Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this unit only in a well ventilated area outdoors. · Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards, and ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Long sleeve shirts are recommended. · Wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level. · The cutting attachment shield must always be in place while operating the unit. Do not operate unit without both trimming lines extended, and the proper line installed. Do not extend the trimming line beyond the length of the shield. · This unit has a clutch. The cutting attachment remains stationary when the engine is idling. If it does not, have the unit adjusted by an authorized service technician. · Adjust the assist handle to your size to provide the best grip. · Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact with anything before starting the unit. · Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light. · Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. See Starting/Stopping Instructions. · Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose intended. · Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance. · Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a firm grip on both the front and rear handle or grips. · Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the cutting attachment when it is rotating. SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS TRIMMERS WARNING: Gasoline is highly flammable, and its vapors can explode if ignited. Take the following precautions: · Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and approved for the storage of such materials. · Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank, or add fuel, when the engine is hot. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place. Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank. 4 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION · Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get extremely hot from operation. When turned off they remain hot for a short time. · Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to cut, trim or edge. Do not run the engine at high speed when not cutting. · Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or when walking from one cutting location to another. · If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the engine immediately and check for damage. Do not operate before repairing damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts. ...