OPERATOR’S MANUAL
CULTIVATOR
RY60512
Your cultivator has been engineered and manufactured to our 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.
Thank you for your purchase.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Never start or run the engine inside a closed area. Breath-
ing exhaust fumes will kill you.
WARNING!
Never pick up or carry a machine while the engine is
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Fail-
ure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
running.
Keep machine in good working condition.
Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe
working condition.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read the operator’s manual carefully. Be thoroughly famil-
iar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls
quickly.
Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank.
Keep the unit free of grass, leaves, or grease to reduce
the chance of a fire hazard.
Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never
allow adults to operate the equipment without proper
instruction.
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occuring to other people, their
property, and themselves.
Wear eye protection that is marked to comply with ANSI
Z87.1 standards as well as hearing protection when op-
erating this unit. Use face mask if operation is dusty.
Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before start-
ing the engine.
Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine
is running (except where specifically recommended by
the manufacturer).
Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your applica-
tion. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it is designed.
Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing
drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic. Do not carry passengers.
Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not wear
loose fitting clothing, short pants, jewelry of any kind, or
go barefoot.
If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning sign of trouble.
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in any moving parts.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft.
Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine
unattended. Disengage the power take-off, lower the at-
tachment, shift into neutral, stop the engine, and remove
the key.
away.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
small children, and pets.
Never operate the cultivator without good visibility or
Never operate the machine without proper guards, plates,
light.
or other safety protective devices in place.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines may
catch in the ground and propel the cultivator forward. If
this occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain
the machine.
be used and remove all foreign objects.
Do not operate the machine without wearing adequate
outer garments. Avoid loose garments or jewelry that
could get caught in moving parts of the machine or its
engine.
Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine.
Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when
wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve
your footing on slippery surfaces.
Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside
a building where ignition sources are present, such as
hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the
like. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclo-
sure.
Do not operate the cultivator while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
Always refer to the operator’s manual for important details
if the cultivator is to be stored for an extended period.
Do not put hands or feet near or under tines.
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for safe loading,
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Over-
unloading, transport, and storage of machine.
reaching can result in loss of balance.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Service on the cultivator must be performed by qualified
SERVICE
repair personnel only. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel could result in injury to the user
or damage to the product.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the
engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away
from the plug to prevent starting.
Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the
cultivator. Use of unauthorized parts may create a risk of
serious injury to the user, or damage to the product.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Check damaged parts. Before further use of this culti-
vator, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting, and any other condition that may af-
fect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized
service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in
this manual.
Do not use near underground electric cables, telephone
lines, pipes, or hoses. If in doubt, contact your utility or
telephone company to locate underground services.
If the unit strikes a foreign object, stop the engine, dis-
connect the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the machine
for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting
and operating the machine.
Never leave the operating position when the engine is
running.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug before
unclogging the tines and when making any repairs, ad-
justments, or inspections.
REFUELING
Fuel is highly flammable. Take precautions when using
Do not overload the machine capacity by cultivating too
to reduce the chance of serious personal injury.
deep in a single pass or at too fast a rate.
Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
spark and/or flame-producing equipment.
Do not operate cultivator when you are tired.
Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
Be aware that the equipment may unexpectedly bounce
upward or jump forward if the tines should strike buried
obstacles such as large stones, roots, or stumps.
purpose.
Only refuel outdoors and do not smoke while refueling.
Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap
of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or
when the engine is hot.
Never operate the equipment on a slope.
Use extreme caution when pulling the machine towards
you.
If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors
have dissipated.
Start the engine carefully according to instructions from
a normal operating position and with feet well away from
the tines. Do not force cultivator. It will do the job better
and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for
which it was designed.
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
When draining the fuel tank, use an approved fuel storage
When not in use, cultivator should be stored indoors in
container while in a well-ventilated area.
a dry, locked up place — out of the reach of children.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this cultivator. If
you loan someone this unit, loan them these instructions
also.
Maintain cultivator with care. Keep tines clean for best
performance and reduce the risk of injury. Follow instruc-
tions for lubrication and changing accessories. Inspect
cultivator cord periodically and, if damaged, have it re-
placed. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from grease
and oil.
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe
operation of this product.
SYMBOL
NAME
EXPLANATION
Toreducetheriskofinjury,usermustreadandunderstand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Read the Operator’s Manual
Wear eye protection which is marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1 as well as hearing protection when
operating this equipment.
Wear Eye and Hearing Protection
Safety Alert
Precautions that involve your safety.
Keep Bystanders Away
Cutting Hazard
Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
Keep feet and hands away from rotating tines.
Use unleaded gasoline intended for motor vehicle use
with an octane rating of 87 [(R + M) / 2] or higher. This
product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle oil.
Gasoline and Oil
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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
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
DANGER:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.
SERVICE
WARNING:
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product to your nearest
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic-
ing, use only identical replacement parts.
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this
product until you read thoroughly and understand com-
pletely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand
the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual,
do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for
assistance.
WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision Safety
Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection
which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Size...................................................................................................................................................................25.4cc
Engine Output ..............................................................................................................................................................1.2 HP
Sand Tank Capacity .....................................................................................................................................................13 lbs.
THROTTLE
LEVER
RECOIL
STARTER
START
LEVER
ENGINE
SWITCH
FUEL TANK
PRIMER
BULB
TINE
SHIELD
JUST ADD SAND™
DRAG BAR
HITCH
PIN
WHEEL
ASSEMBLY
OUTER
TINE
ACCESSORY
OUTER
TINE
INNER TINES
Fig. 1
KNOW YOUR CULTIVATOR
RECOIL STARTER
The recoil starter is used for starting the engine.
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the product and in this operator’s manual
as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.
Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all
operating features and safety rules.
PRIMER BULB
The primer bulb pumps fuel from the fuel tank to the
carburetor. This is necessary only when starting a cold engine
or after refueling an engine that has run out of fuel.
START LEVER
ENGINE SWITCH
The start lever opens and closes the choke valve in the carbu-
retor. The START position enriches the fuel mixture for start-
ing a cold engine. The RUN position provides the correct fuel
mixture for normal operation after starting, or for restarting a
warm engine.
Theengineswitchcontrolstheignitionsystem. Theswitchmust
be in the ON (I) position for the engine to start and run. To stop,
place the switch in the OFF (O) position.
JUST ADD SAND™
Putting sand in the sand tank allows greater stability when oper-
ating the cultivator, and also gives added weight to the machine,
allowing it to cultivate with less effort and vibration.
THROTTLE LEVER
The throttle lever controls the rotation speed of the tines. Com-
pletely engage the throttle lever while cultivating.
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ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark plug
wire from the spark plug when assembling parts.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
POSITIONING THE HANDLEBAR
or damage occurred during shipping.
See Figure 2.
Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
Loosen the two handlebar knobs.
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
Unfold the handlebar into operating position.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-860-4050 for assistance.
NOTE: Do not use force. If there is binding, continue to
loosen the knobs. Do not allow throttle cable to become
pinched when raising the handlebar.
PACKING LIST
Cultivator
Retighten the handlebar knobs.
Drag Bar
Pull Pin
HANDLEBAR
KNOBS
Hitch Pins (2)
HANDLEBAR
Felt Washers (2)
Inner Tines (2)
Outer Tines (2)
Ryobi Exact Mix 2-Cycle Oil
Wheel Assembly (Accessory)
Operator’s Manual
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate
this product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed
this warning could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces-
sories not recommended for use with this product. Any
such alteration or modification is misuse and could result
in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.
Fig. 2
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ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY
ACCESSORY
See Figures 3 - 4.
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
Use the wheel assembly accessory to transport the unit to
and from the work area. To install:
OPENING
Raise the adjustment knob located at the back of the tine
shield. Twist slightly to secure in the raised position.
Insert the wheel assembly support rod into the opening
beneath the adjustment knob. To place the wheels in a
high position, insert the rod to the first hole. For a lower
wheel position, insert the rod to the second hole.
WHEEL
ASSEMBLY
SUPPORT
ROD
Rotate the adjustment knob in the opposite direction to
return it to the seated position, which will secure the wheel
assembly in place.
DRAG
BAR
Insert the drag bar into the open slot in the wheel as-
sembly support rod.
Insert pull pin through holes in support rod, passing
through desired hole in drag bar, to secure drag bar at
desired height.
Fig. 3
INSTALLING THE TINES
WHEEL
ASSEMBLY
SUPPORT
ROD
DRAG
BAR
See Figure 5.
The cultivator has four tines —two inner tines labeled B and
C, and two outer tines labeled A and D. For correct opera-
tion of the unit, the tines must be installed in the correct
orientation.
PULL PIN
Lean the unit back on its wheels so that the handlebar
rests on the ground.
Place tine C on the tine shaft to the left of the gear box.
The stamped side of the tine should face away from the
gear box.
Place tine B on the tine shaft to the right of the gear box.
The stamped side of the tine should face away from the
gear box.
Fig. 4
NOTE: When installed correctly, the angled edge of the
tine blades should face the ground.
Place a felt washer on each side of the tine shaft, and
slide to rest against the inner tines.
To secure the tines to the tine shaft, insert the hitch pin
into the holes located on either side of the tine shaft.
Place the outer tine labeled D on the left side of the tine
shaft. The stamped side should face in toward tine C.
NOTE: The unit will not operate properly if the tines are in-
stalledincorrectly.Ifyounoticeaproblemwiththecultivating
operation of the unit, check for proper tine positioning.
Place the outer tine labeled A on the right side of the tine
shaft. The stamped side should face in toward tine B.
FLAT EDGE
FELT
WASHER
FELT
WASHER
TINE A
GEAR
BOX
TINE D
HITCH
PIN
HITCH
PIN
ANGLED EDGE
TINE C
TINE SHAFT
TINE B
Fig. 5
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel to
a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least
30 ft. from refueling site before starting engine. Do not
smoke!
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explo-
sive. To prevent serious personal injury and property dam-
age, handle it with care. Keep away from ignition sources,
handle outdoors only, do not smoke while mixing gasoline
and oil together; and wipe up spills immediately.
ADDING FUEL TO CULTIVATOR
MIXING THE FUEL
See Figure 7.
See Figure 6.
When adding fuel to the cultivator, make sure the unit is sit-
ting on level ground and that the engine is not hot.
The cultivator is powered by a two-stroke, air-cooled engine
and requires a fuel mixture of gasoline and 2-cycle fuel oil.
Fuel only with recommended 50:1 mixture of gasoline and
NOTE: Alwaysmixtwo-cycleengineoillikeRyobi’sExactMix
Semi Synthetic Oil with gasoline before fueling the unit. Run-
ning the cultivator on gasoline alone will ruin the engine.
oil as described in Mixing the Fuel.
To add fuel to the cultivator:
Clean area around fuel tank cap, if necessary.
Remove the fuel tank cap.
Use a mixture of 50 parts unleaded regular gasoline and
1 part two-stroke engine oil (50:1). Use branded 87 octane
(R+M+2)unleadedgasolineorgasohol(maximum10%ethyl
alcohol, or 15% MTBE, no methyl alcohol.)
Insert a clean funnel into the fuel tank.
Slowly pour gasoline/oil mixture into fuel tank.
NOTE: Always mix oil and gas in the proper proportions:
2.6 ounces of oil to one gallon of unleaded gasoline.
NOTE: Fill tank no higher than 1/2 in. from top to allow
for gasoline expansion.
To mix the oil and fuel together for use:
Reinstall fuel cap.
Pour 1/2 gallon of gasoline into a clean gas can or other
container approved for fuel storage. Do not mix the fuel
and oil directly in the cultivator’s fuel tank.
Clean up any spills.
Add 2.6 ounces of two-cycle engine oil to the gasoline
mixture.
Add the remaining 1/2 gallon of gasoline.
Close the container holding the gas/oil mix and swirl the
can to blend contents together.
NOTE: Do not mix more than you will use in a month, and
shake the container to blend thoroughly before each use.
Using an old fuel mixture can cause starting difficulty or
engine damage.
FUEL TANK
CAP
1 Gallon
+
2.6 oz.
=
50:1
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
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ASSEMBLY
ADDING SAND
JUST ADD SAND™
LID
See Figure 8.
The cultivator is equipped with a Just Add Sand™ weight
system, which improves the stability of the unit during op-
eration. The added weight of the sand also helps you work
with less effort and vibration.
To add sand:
Lift the lid of the Just Add Sand™ tank and remove.
Pour dry sand into the tank. The tank will hold approxi-
mately 13 pounds of sand.
NOTE: Be careful not to pour sand into or onto the engine
housing.
Replace Just Add Sand™ lid.
Fig. 8
OPERATION
APPLICATIONS
Breaking up garden soil to prepare seed bed for planting
WARNING:
Shallow cultivating to remove weeds
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
STARTING/STOPPING THE
CULTIVATOR
See Figures 9 - 12.
WARNING:
To start an engine that is cold or has run dry:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side Fill the fuel tank, if necessary. Always use the proper
shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so
could result in objects being thrown into your eyes
resulting in possible serious injury.
oil/gasoline mixture. See Mixing the Fuel on page 10.
Place the engine switch in the RUN (|) position.
NOTE: Do not engage the throttle lever during the start-
ing process.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The
use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
ENGINE
SWITCH
WARNING:
Fig. 9
Do not allow hands, feet, or any other part of the body
or clothing near the rotating tines or any other moving
part. The tines begin to rotate forward once the engine is
started and the throttle lever is depressed. The tines con-
tinue to rotate until the throttle lever is released. Failure to
avoid contact could cause serious personal injury.
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OPERATION
Slowly push the primer bulb seven times.
NOTE: If restarting a warm engine, do not push the
primer bulb.
PRIMER
BULB
Set the start lever to the START position.
NOTE: If restarting a warm engine, leave the choke in
the RUN position.
Pull the starter cord until the engine runs.
Return the starter cord gently to the starter housing. Do
not allow the rope to snap back.
Allowtheenginetorunfor15secondstowarmupbefore
using.
Fig. 10
Engage the throttle lever to operate.
To stop the cultivator:
START
LEVER
START
LEVER
Release the throttle lever.
Move the engine switch to the OFF (O) position.
START
POSITION
PREPARING THE SEED BED
See Figure 13.
RUN
POSITION
The cultivator can be used to break up garden soil and pre-
pare a seed bed for planting. Plan ahead to leave enough
roombetweentheseedrowstoallowformachinecultivating
after the plants have grown.
With the wheel assembly accessory installed in position
A as described on page 14, roll the machine to the work
area.
Fig. 11
For general cultivating, remove or adjust the wheel assem-
bly accessory using the guidelines in Adjusting Wheel
Position on page 14.
Based on the type of soil being cultivated and soil condi-
tions at the time, the appropriate height of the drag bar
will vary. Adjust the drag bar position using the guidelines
in Adjusting Drag Bar Position on page 14.
RECOIL
STARTER
Start the engine.
Stand behind the unit with the tines on the ground and
the work area clean and free of obstructions.
Completely engage the throttle lever to begin tine
rotation.
NOTE: If the machine moves forward too quickly and
wheels are in position A or B with drag bar installed, push
down on the handlebar to allow the drag bar to penetrate
the soil and slow the forward motion of the unit. The rotat-
ing tines help to pull the machine forward, so use slower
speeds and a shallow depth setting when learning to use
the unit and when cultivating on hard, rough, or uneven
ground.
Fig. 12
NOTE: Several passes over the same path may be required
to reach the desired depth. Do not try to dig too deeply in
the first pass. If the machine jumps or bucks, allow the unit
to move forward at a slightly faster rate or install wheel as-
sembly accessory.
Always operate the unit at full throttle when cultivating.
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OPERATION
Todigmoredeeply, liftuponthehandlebar. Applydownward
pressure on the handlebar for more shallow cultivating.
GENERAL CULTIVATING
See Figure 14.
If the machine stays and digs in one spot, try rocking the unit
from side to side to start it moving forward again.
Shallowcultivatinglessthan2in.deepcanbeusedtodisrupt
weeds and aerate soil, without injuring nearby plant roots. It
should be done often so that weeds do not grow large and
cause tangling in the tines of the unit.
If the soil is very hard, water a few days before cultivating.
Avoid working the soil when soggy or wet. Wait a day or two
after heavy rain for the ground to dry.
The two outer tine blades can be removed from the unit to
allow a more narrow cultivating width.
To remove the two outer tines:
Disconnect the spark plug.
Remove the hitch pins from the holes on the ends of the
tine shaft.
Remove the outside tine blades and felt washers from
the tine shaft.
Place hitch pins in the holes that were uncovered when
felt washers were removed.
NOTE: The unit will not operate properly if the tines are in-
stalledincorrectly.Ifyounoticeaproblemwiththecultivating
operation of the unit, check for proper tine positioning.
HITCH PIN
Fig. 14
Fig. 13
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ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:
WHEEL
SUPPORT
POSITION A
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always disconnect the spark plug wire
when making adjustments.
ADJUSTING WHEEL POSITION
See Figures 15 - 17.
The wheel position of the unit is adjustable. Holes on the
wheel support rod offer different heights to choose from in
both the A and B positions.
Install the wheel assembly accessory in position A to
transport the cultivator to and from the work area.
Fig. 15
For general cultivating, remove the wheel assembly to al-
low deep penetration of the tine blades into the cultivating
surface.
WHEEL ASSEMBLY
ACCESSORY
The wheel assembly accessory may be installed in posi-
tion B to allow use of the drag bar during cultivating.
REMOVED
FOR GENERAL
CULTIVATING
ADJUSTING DRAG BAR POSITION
See Figure 18.
The drag bar may be used to help control the cultivator’s
speed and depth of operation. It is located in a slot on the
wheel assembly support and is secured with a pull pin.
To adjust the height of the drag bar:
Remove the pull pin.
Fig. 16
Shift the drag bar up or down, depending on the depth
you are trying to achieve.
Reinsert the pull pin through the wheel support and drag
WHEEL
SUPPORT
POSITION B
bar to secure.
Fig. 17
DRAG
BAR
PULL PIN
Fig. 18
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MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
See Figure 19.
WARNING:
Clean the air filter as indicated by the maintenance
schedule.
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
To clean the air filter:
Loosen the air filter cover by turning the knob counter-
clockwise.
WARNING:
Remove the air filter cover.
Remove the air filter.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing
dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
Wash the air filter with warm, soapy water.
Rinse and let dry completely.
Work two drops of oil into the air filter.
Reinstall the air filter.
WARNING:
NOTE: Make sure the filter is seated properly inside the
cover. Installing the filter incorrectly will allow dirt to enter
the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut
off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and discon-
nect spark plug wire and move it away from spark plug.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious
personal injury or property damage.
Reinstall the cover.
Tighten knob to secure.
NOTE: Forbestperformance,theairfiltershouldbereplaced
once each year.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
AIR FILTER
COVER
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.
AIR FILTER
KNOB
Fig. 19
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MAINTENANCE
To replace the spark arrestor:
REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG
See Figure 20.
Remove the five screws that hold the cover.
ThecultivatorusesChampionRCJ-4YorNGKBPMR7Aspark
plug. Use an exact replacement and replace annually.
NOTE: Removing these screws requires the use of a T20
and T25 torx screwdriver.
Remove the spark plug boot.
Remove the cover.
Loosen the spark plug by turning it counterclockwise with
Remove the muffler assembly and muffler gasket. It may
be necessary to work the muffler assembly free from the
muffler gasket.
a socket.
Remove the spark plug.
Remove the three screws that hold the plate on the
Hand thread the new spark plug, turning it clockwise.
muffler.
Tighten with a socket and torque to 170 in. lb. minimum,
Remove the spark arrester.
190 in. lb. maximum. Do not overtighten.
Replace the old spark arrester with the new one.
Reassemble the muffler by reinstalling the plate and
CAUTION
tightening the three screws.
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross-
threading will seriously damage the product.
Reassemble the muffler and muffler cover and attach to
the muffler gasket with the two screws.
Reinsert the muffler assembly.
Reinstall the cover on the tool and fasten with the five
SPARK
PLUG
screws.
NOTE: Do not overtighten screws.
COVER
SCREW(S)
Fig. 20
REPLACING THE SPARK ARRESTOR
See figure 21.
The muffler is equipped with a spark arrestor screen inside
mufflerbody.Afterextendedusethescreencanbecomedirty
and may need to be replaced. If replacement is necessary,
use part number 000998216.
MUFFLER
COVER
MUFFLER
SPARK
WARNING:
GASKET
ARRESTER
To avoid a fire hazard, never run the cultivator without the
spark arrestor in place.
MUFFLER
SCREW(S)
Fig. 20
PLATE
SCREW(S)
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MAINTENANCE
Air Filter:
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND
Clean the air filter as previously described.
MUFFLER
Cultivator Body:
Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of
oil used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust port
and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits. If
you notice a power loss with your gas powered tool, a quali-
fied service technician will need to remove these deposits
to restore performance.
Clean dirt, grass, and other materials from the entire
unit.
Wipe the tines with oil or spray them with silicone lubricant
to prevent rusting.
Oil the throttle cable and all visible moving parts. Do not
STORING THE PRODUCT
remove the engine cover.
The following steps should be taken before storing the cul-
tivator for the season.
Order new parts to replace any that are badly worn or
broken.
Fuel Tank:
Store in an upright position in a clean, dry place. Store with
the handles in the extended position, or loosen handle
knobs and fold handles down. Do not allow throttle cable
to become pinched when lowering the handlebar.
Drain the fuel tank completely. Even under ideal condi-
tions, stored fuel containing ethanol or MTBE can start
to go stale in 30 days. Stale fuel has a high gum content
and can clog the carburetor and restrict fuel flow. The
fuel tank should also be drained if the cultivator will not
be used for more than two weeks.
Properly dispose of any leftover fuel.
PREPARING FOR USE AFTER STORAGE
Thefollowingstepsshouldbetakenbeforeusingthecultiva-
tor after it has been stored.
Restart the engine to make sure no fuel is left in the car-
buretor. Run the engine until it stops. This helps prevent
gum deposits from forming inside the carburetor and
possible engine damage.
Unfold the handles into the upright position and secure
by tightening handlebar knobs. Do not allow throttle cable
to become pinched when raising the handlebar.
Spark Plug:
Pull the starter cord three or four times to clean oil from
Disconnect spark plug wire and remove the spark plug.
Pour a teaspoon of clean, air-cooled, 2-cycle oil through
the spark-plug hole into the combustion chamber.
the combustion chamber.
Remove spark plug from the cylinder. Wipe oil from the
spark plug and return it to the cylinder.
Leaving the spark plug out, pull the starter cord two or
Reconnect spark plug wire.
three times to coat the inside of the cylinder wall.
Follow the steps on pages 10 - 12 to refuel and restart
Inspect spark plug and clean or replace, as necessary.
the cultivator.
Reinstall the spark plug, but leave the spark plug wire
disconnected.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Engine fails to start.
CAUSE
REMEDY
Move switch to start.
Engine switch is in the off position.
No fuel in tank.
Fill tank.
Spark plug shorted or fouled.
Replace spark plug.
Replace spark plug.
Spark plug is broken (cracked
porcelain or electrodes broken).
Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or Replace lead wire or attach to spark
disconnected from spark plug.
plug.
Ignition inoperative.
Contact authorized service center.
Engine hard to start.
Water in gasoline or stale fuel mixture. Drain entire system and refill with fresh
fuel.
Too much oil in fuel mixture.
Engine is under or over choked.
Weak spark at spark plug.
Air filter clogged.
Drain and refill with correct mixture.
Adjust choke as necessary.
Contact authorized service center.
Clean or replace air filter.
Engine lacks power.
Engine overheats.
Insufficient oil in fuel mixture.
Mix fuel as described in starting
instructions.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR PURCHASE!
Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment
to ensure your complete satisfaction.
For any questions about operating or maintaining
your product, call the Ryobi Help Line!
To register your Ryobi product or set up your eBox™ account by regular mail, please print the following informa-
tion on a 3 in. x 5 in. card or standard postcard: your name, mailing address, phone numbers, email address,
Ryobi product(s) purchased with item number from package, and serial number for each product. Mail the card
to: Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., Attn. Ryobi Registration, 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson,
SC 29625. To receive information on our company and products, please include the following statement on
your registration card: “Send me information on your products and company using the contact information I am
providing with this product registration.”
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WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
B. Wear items – Bump Knobs, Outer Spools, Cutting
Lines, Inner Reels, Starter Pulleys, Starter Ropes, Drive
Belts,Tines,FeltWashers,HitchPins,MulchingBlades,
Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes, Vacuum Bag
and Straps, Guide Bars, Saw Chains
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., warrants to the
original retail purchaser that this RYOBI® brand outdoor
product is free from defect in material and workmanship
and agrees to repair or replace, at Techtronic Industries
North America, Inc.’s, discretion, any defective product
free of charge within these time periods from the date of
purchase.
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., reserves the
right to change or improve the design of any RYOBI® brand
outdoorproductwithoutassuminganyobligationtomodify
any product previously manufactured.
Two years if the product is used for personal, family or
household use;
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD. ACCORDINGLY,
ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED IN
THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE
APPROPRIATE TWO-YEAR, ONE-YEAR, OR NINETY-
DAY WARRANTY PERIOD. TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES
NORTH AMERICA, INC.’S, OBLIGATION UNDER THIS
WARRANTYISSTRICTLYANDEXCLUSIVELYLIMITEDTO
THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS
AND TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA,
INC., DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE
TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY OTHER OBLIGATION.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW
LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. TECHTRONIC
INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC., ASSUMES NO
RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO AN
AUTHORIZED RYOBI SERVICE CENTER AND EXPENSE
OFDELIVERINGITBACKTOTHEOWNER, MECHANIC’S
TRAVEL TIME, TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES,
RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE TIME
WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED, TRAVEL,
LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY, LOSS
OF REVENUE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT,
LOSS OF TIME, OR INCONVENIENCE. SOME STATES
DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU.
90 days, if used for any other purpose, such as
commercial or rental.
This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser
only and commences on the date of the original retail
purchase.
Any part of this product found in the reasonable judgment
ofTechtronicIndustriesNorthAmerica, Inc. tobedefective
in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced
withoutchargeforpartsandlaborbyanauthorizedservice
center for RYOBI® brand outdoor products (Authorized
Ryobi Service Center).
Theproduct,includinganydefectivepart,mustbereturned
to an authorized RYOBI service center within the warranty
period.Theexpenseofdeliveringtheproducttotheservice
center for warranty work and the expense of returning it
back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid
by the owner. Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.’s,
responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the
required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach of
warrantyshallbecauseforcancellationorrescissionofthe
contractofsaleofanyRYOBI® brandoutdoorproduct.Proof
of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate
any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed
by an authorized service dealer.
This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date
of original retail purchase for any RYOBI® brand outdoor
product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or
any other income-producing purpose.
This warranty does not cover any product that has been
subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident, or that
has been operated in any way contrary to the operating
instructions as specified in this operator’s manual. This
warranty does not apply to any damage to the product that
is the result of improper maintenance or to any product
that has been altered or modified. The warranty does not
extendtorepairsmadenecessarybynormalwearorbythe
use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible
withtheRYOBI® brandoutdoorproductoradverselyaffect
its operation, performance, or durability. In addition, this
warranty does not cover:
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
ThiswarrantyappliestoallRYOBI® brandoutdoorproducts
manufacturedbyorforTechtronicIndustriesNorthAmerica,
Inc., and sold in the United States and Canada.
To locate your nearest Authorized Ryobi Service Center,
dial 1-800-860-4050.
A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor
Adjustments, Ignition, Filters
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WARRANTY
THE FOLLOWING CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD (CARB) STATEMENT ONLY APPLIES TO MODEL NUM-
BERS REQUIRED TO MEET THE CARB REQUIREMENTS.
TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC., LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR FEDERAL
AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS NON-ROAD AND SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board
(CARB), and Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., are pleased to explain the
Emissions Control System Warranty on your 2007 model year non-road or small off-
road engine. In California, new equipment that uses small off-road engines must be
designed, built, and equipped to meet the state’s stringent anti-smog standards. In
other states, new 2000 and later model year non-road engines must be designed,
built, and equipped at the time of sale to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for small
non-road engines. The non-road engine must be free from defects in materials and
workmanship which cause it to fail to conform with U.S. EPA standards for the first
two years of engine use from the date of sale to the ultimate purchaser. Techtronic
Industries North America, Inc., must warrant the emission control system on your
non-road or small off-road engine for the period of time listed above provided there
has been no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of your non-road or small
off-road engine.
Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection
system, the ignition system, catalytic converters, fuel tanks, valves, filters, clamps,
connectors, and other associated components. Also included may be hoses, belts
and connectors, and other emission-related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., will
repair your non-road or small off-road engine at no cost to you, including diagno-
sis, parts, and labor performed at an authorized service center for RYOBI® brand
outdoor products.
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., shall remedy warranty defects at any
authorized RYOBI® Authorized Service Center, including any distribution center
that may be franchised to service the subject engines. Any diagnostic work done
at a RYOBI® Authorized Service Center shall be free of charge to the owner if such
work determines that a warranted part is defective. Any manufacturer-approved or
equivalent replacement part may be used for any warranty maintenance or repairs
on emission-related parts, and must be provided free of charge to the owner if the
part is still under warranty. Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., is liable for
damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part
still under warranty.
Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the California Air Resource Board
may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts will be
grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.,
will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non-
exempted add-on or modified part.
The California Air Resources Board’s Emission Warranty Parts List specifically defines
the emission-related warranted parts. (EPA’s regulations do not include a parts list,
but the EPA considers emission-related warranted parts to include all the parts listed
below.) Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., will provide any documents that
describe its warranty procedures or policies within five days upon request by the
California Air Resources Board.
EMISSIONS PARTS LIST
Emissions parts vary from product to product. Your emissions control system warranty
applies to any of the following components that may be included on your product:
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:
This product’s emissions control system is warranted for two years. If any emis-
sion-related part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., free of charge.
(1) Fuel Metering System
(i) Carburetor and internal parts (and/or pressure regulator or fuel injection
system).
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES
(a) As the non-road or small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for
the performance of the required maintenance listed in your operator’s manual.
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., recommends that you retain all re-
ceipts covering maintenance on your non-road or small off-road engine, but
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., cannot deny warranty solely for the
lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled
maintenance. Any replacement part or service that is equivalent in performance
and durability may be used in non-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall
not reduce the warranty obligations of Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.
(ii) Air/fuel ratio feedback and control system.
(iii) Cold start enrichment system.
(iv) Fuel Tank.
(2) Air Induction System
(i) Controlled hot air intake system.
(ii) Intake manifold.
(iii) Air filter.
(3) Ignition System
(b) As the non-road or small off-road engine owner, you should be aware, however,
that Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., may deny you warranty coverage if
your non-road or small off-road engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect,
improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications.
(c) You are responsible for presenting your non-road or small off-road engine to an
authorized service dealer as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should
be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
should contact a Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., Customer Representa-
tive at 1-800-860-4050.
(i) Spark Plugs.
(ii) Magneto or electronic ignition system.
(iii) Spark advance/retard system.
(4) Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System
(i) EGR valve body and carburetor spacer, if applicable.
(ii) EGR rate feedback and control system.
(5) Air Injection System
(i) Air pump or pulse valve.
(ii) Valves affecting distribution of flow.
(iii) Distribution manifold.
DEFECT WARRANTY COVERAGE REQUIREMENTS:
(a) The warranty period begins on the date the engine or equipment is delivered to
an ultimate purchaser.
(6) Catalyst or Thermal Reactor System
(i) Catalytic converter.
(b) General Emissions Warranty Coverage. Techtronic Industries North America,
Inc., warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your
non-road or small off-road engine is designed, built, and equipped at the time of sale
to conform with all applicable regulations adopted by the California Air Resources
Board or the United States Environmental Protection Agency; and that it is free from
defects in materials and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to conform with
applicable regulations for a period of two years from the date the non-road or small
off-road engine is purchased by the initial purchaser.
(ii) Thermal reactor.
(iii) Exhaust manifold.
(7) Particulate Controls
(i) Traps, filters, precipitators, and any other device used to capture particulate
emissions.
(8) Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems
(i) Electronic controls.
(c) The warranty on emissions-related parts will be interpreted as follows: Any
warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required in the Emissions
Maintenance Schedule and Warranty Parts List set forth below is warranted for two
years. If any such part (including any part that is scheduled only for regular inspection)
fails during the period of warranty coverage, it will be repaired or replaced at any
RYOBI® Authorized Service Center at no charge. Any such part repaired or replaced
under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period. A statement to
the effect of “repair or replace as necessary” would not reduce the period of war-
ranty coverage. Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required
maintenance in the Emissions Maintenance Schedule and Warranty Parts List is
warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for
that part. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty is warranted for the
remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point, and will be
repaired or replaced at any RYOBI® Authorized Service Center for no charge until
that replacement point is reached.
(ii) Vacuum, temperature, and time sensitive valves and switches.
(iii) Hoses, belts, connectors, and assemblies.
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., will furnish with each new engine written
instructions for its maintenance and use by the owner.
The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emissions Compliance label
indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to
meet Federal emission requirements. Category C=50 hours, B=125 hours, and
A=300 hours.
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WARRANTY
EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND WARRANTED PARTS LIST
Emissions Parts
Inspect Before
Each Use
Clean Every
5 Hours
Replace Every
25 Hours or Yearly
Clean Every
25 Hours or Yearly
AIR FILTER ASSY
INCLUDES:
FILTER................................................................................ X ...........................................X
SPARK SCREEN............................................................................................................................................................... X
CARBURETOR ASSY
INCLUDES:
HEAT DAM............................... X
GASKETS................................. X
FUEL TANK ASSY
INCLUDES:
FUEL LINES............................. X
FUEL CAP................................ X
FUEL FILTER............................ X
IGNITION ASSY
INCLUDES:
SPARK PLUG................................................................................................................................................................ X
ALL EMISSIONS-RELATED PARTS ARE WARRANTED FOR TWO YEARS, OR FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME PRIOR TO THE PARTS’ FIRST
SCHEDULED REPLACEMENT, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
CULTIVATOR
RY60512
WARNING:
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
• SERVICE
Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service,
simply contact your nearest Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent
facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-860-4050 for your nearest Authorized
list of Authorized Service Centers.
• MODEL NO. AND SERIAL NO.
The model number of this tool will be found on a plate attached to the motor housing.
Please record the model number and serial number in the space provided below.
• HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS
When ordering repair parts, always give the following information:
RY65012
• MODEL NUMBER
• SERIAL NUMBER
Ryobi® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license.
TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC.
1428 Pearman Dairy Road
Anderson, SC 29625
Phone 1-800-860-4050
987000-124
2-23-07 (REV:00)
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