Ryobi Pole Saw RY52004 User Guide

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.  
Thank you for buying a Ryobi product.  
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
GENERAL SAFETY RULES  
nAlways stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire  
before making any adjustments or repairs except for  
carburetor adjustments.  
WARNING!  
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow  
all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,  
fire and/or serious personal injury.  
nInspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel  
leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use.  
nThe chain may rotate during carburetor adjustments.  
nIt has been reported that vibrations from hand-held tools  
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome  
in certain individuals. Symptoms may include tingling,  
numbness and blanching of the fingers, usually apparent  
upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to  
cold and dampness, diet, smoking and work practices  
are all thought to contribute to the development of these  
symptoms. It is presently unknown what, if any, vibrations  
or extent of exposure may contribute to the condition.  
There are measures that can be taken by the operator to  
possibly reduce the effects of vibration:  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS  
nFor safe operation, read and understand all instruc-  
tions before using this product. Follow all safety instruc-  
tions. Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below,  
can result in serious personal injury.  
nDo not allow children or untrained individuals to use this  
unit.  
nNever let anyone use the machine who has not received  
adequate instructions in the machine’s proper use. This  
applies to rentals as well as privately owned units and  
also to the power head it is attached to.  
a) Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operat-  
ing the unit wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists  
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major factor  
contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.  
nAlways wear safety glasses with side shields.  
Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They  
are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the  
risk of eye injury.  
b) After each period of operation, exercise to increase  
blood circulation.  
nProduct users on United States Forest Service land, and  
in some states, must comply with fire prevention regula-  
tions. This product is equipped with a spark arrestor;  
however, other user requirements may apply. Check with  
your federal, state, or local authorities.  
c) Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of ex-  
posure per day.  
d) Keep the tool well maintained, fasteners tightened and  
worn parts replaced.  
nWear heavy, long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not wear  
loose fitting clothing, short pants, or go barefoot. Do not  
wear jewelry of any kind.  
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,  
immediately discontinue use and see your physician  
about these symptoms.  
nNever operate this unit on the operator’s left side.  
nMix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.  
nSecure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entangle-  
nMix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.  
Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 30 ft. away from refueling  
site before starting engine.  
ment in moving parts.  
nKeep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft.  
away.  
nStop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or  
nDo not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under  
storing the unit.  
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.  
nAllow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, and secure  
nDo not operate in poor lighting.  
the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.  
nDo not operate in rain or use in damp or wet environ-  
nCheck for damaged parts. Before further use of the tool,  
any 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 conditions that may affect its operation. A  
guard or other part that is damaged should be properly  
repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer.  
Following this rule will reduce the risk of shock, fire, or  
serious injury.  
ments.  
nKeep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Over-  
reaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot  
surfaces.  
nKeep all parts of your body away from any moving part.  
nTo avoid hot surfaces, never operate the unit with the  
bottom of the engine above waist level.  
nDo not touch area around the muffler or cylinder of the  
unit. These parts get hot from operation.  
3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  
nTo protect yourself from falling branches, do not stand di-  
nKickback is a dangerous reaction that can lead to serious  
injury. Kickback may occur when the moving chain con-  
tacts an object at the upper portion of the tip of the guide  
bar or when the wood closes in and pinches the chain  
in the cut. Contact at the upper portion of the tip of the  
guide bar can cause the chain to dig into the object and  
stop the chain for an instant. The result is a lightning-fast,  
reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back  
toward the operator. If the chain is pinched along the top  
of the guide bar, the guide bar can be driven rapidly back  
toward the operator, which can cause loss of control and  
may result in serious injury. Do not rely exclusively upon  
the safety devices built into the product.  
rectly under the branch or limb being cut. This unit should  
not be held at an angle over 60° from ground level.  
nKeep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mix-  
ture.  
nShut off the engine and make sure the cutting attachment  
has stopped before setting the unit down.  
nTo prevent electrical shock or serious personal injury, do  
not use this product with any AC power head.  
nFollow the sharpening and maintenance instructions for  
the saw chain.  
nUse only the replacement guide bars and low kickback  
chains specified for the unit.  
With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce  
or eliminate the element of surprise. Sudden surprise  
contributes to accidents.  
REFUELING  
nFUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. Take precautions when  
nMake sure that the area in which you are cutting is free  
from obstructions. Do not let the nose of the guide bar  
contact a log, branch, fence, or any other obstruction  
while you are operating the unit.  
using to reduce the chance of serious personal injury.  
nStore fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from  
spark and/or flame-producing equipment  
nCut only when visibility and light are adequate for you to  
nStore fuel in containers specifically designed for this  
see clearly.  
purpose.  
nDo not use on a ladder or unstable support. Always cut  
with both feet on solid ground to prevent being pulled off  
balance.  
nOnly refuel outdoors and do not smoke while refueling.  
nAdd 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.  
nTo protect yourself from electrocution, do not operate  
within 50 feet of overhead electrical lines.  
nIf 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.  
nBefore starting the engine, make sure the chain is not  
contacting any object.  
nAlways cut with the engine running at full speed. Fully  
squeeze the throttle trigger and maintain a steady cutting  
speed.  
nReplace all fuel tank and container caps securely.  
nIf the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.  
nDo 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.  
4
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
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.  
Read The Operator’s Manual  
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and  
understand operator’s manual before using this  
product.  
Eye, Hearing, and Head Protection  
Wear eye, hearing, and head protection when  
operating this equipment.  
Safety Footwear  
Gloves  
Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this  
equipment.  
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves  
when handling the pole pruner attachment and  
the saw chain.  
Moving Parts  
Keep hands away from moving parts.  
Keep Bystanders Away  
Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. (15 m) away.  
50' 15m  
Kickback  
DANGER! Beware of kickback.  
Hot Surfaces  
Indicates HOT SURFACES. Keep all body parts  
away from all hot surfaces.  
Risk of Electrocution  
Gasoline and Oil  
DANGER! Risk of electrocution!  
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.  
5
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
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:  
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  
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.  
WARNING:  
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use  
this product until you read thoroughly and understand  
completely the operator’s manual. Save this operator’s  
manual and review frequently for continuing safe opera-  
tion and instructing others who may use this product.  
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,  
safety glasses with side shields, or a full face shield when needed. 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  
6
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
FEATURES  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
Engine Displacement ......................................................................................................................................................30cc  
Bar length.......................................................................................................................................................................10 in.  
Weight ............................................................................................................................................................................16 lb.  
STARTER GRIP  
CHAIN OILER  
TANK CAP  
ENGINE  
SWITCH  
“J” BARRIER  
HANDLE  
PRIMER BULB  
THROTTLE  
TRIGGER  
SHOULDER  
STRAP  
PRUNER  
ATTACHMENT  
SCABBARD  
COUPLER  
KNOB  
BAR  
CHAIN  
Fig. 1  
KNOW YOUR PRUNER  
SHOULDER STRAP  
The shoulder strap helps support the weight of the pruner  
during use.  
See Figure 1.  
Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself  
with all operating features and safety rules.  
START LEVER  
The start lever opens and closes the choke valve in the  
carburetor.  
ENGINE SWITCH  
The engine switch controls the ignition system. The switch  
must be in the ON (I) position for the engine to start and  
run.  
STARTER GRIP  
The starter grip is used for starting the engine.  
“J” BARRIER HANDLE  
UsingtheJBarrierhandleallowsbettercontrolofthepruner  
to maximize operator safety.  
THROTTLE TRIGGER  
The throttle trigger is used for starting the pruner, and also  
for controlling blade rotation.  
PRIMER BULB  
The priming bulb pumps fuel from the fuel tank to the car-  
buretor. This is necessary only when starting a cold engine  
or after refueling an engine that has run out of fuel.  
7
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
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.  
n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the  
box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are  
included.  
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 discard the packing material until you have care-  
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.  
nHold the top and bottom clamp snugly in position on the  
shaft housing so that the handle will be located to the  
operator’s left.  
n If any parts are damaged or missing, please call  
1-800-860-4050 for assistance.  
nInsert the end of the handle between the clamps.  
PACKING LIST  
Power Head Assembly  
Pruner Attachment  
Scabbard  
Scrench (5/8 in. x 3/4 in.)  
8 oz. Bar and Chain Oil  
Bottle of 2-cycle oil  
Shoulder Strap Bracket  
Shoulder Strap  
nAlign the bolt holes and push the long bolt (1/4-20 x  
1-1/2 in.) through the handle side.  
nPlace short bolt (1/4-20 x 1 in.) through opposite side of  
the clamp. Install the flat washer, lock washers, and hex  
nuts to hold the assembly in place.  
nAfter assembly is complete, adjust the position of the  
handle for best balance and comfort.  
nTighten the long bolt first and then the short bolt.  
“J” Barrier Handle Assembly:  
“J” Barrier Handle  
Top and Bottom Clamp  
Short Bolt  
SHORT BOLT  
LONG BOLT  
Long Bolt  
2 Flat Washers  
2 Lock Washers  
2 Bolts  
Operator’s Manual  
Warranty Registration Card  
CLAMP  
“J” BARRIER  
HANDLE  
WARNING:  
If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the  
missing parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning  
could result in possible serious personal injury.  
CLAMP  
FLAT WASHER  
WARNING:  
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accesso-  
ries not recommended for use with this tool. Any such  
alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a  
hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal  
injury.  
LOCK WASHER  
Fig. 2  
HEX NUT  
INSTALLING THE SHOULDER STRAP  
See Figure 3.  
The shoulder strap provides added support of the pruner  
during operation.  
To install the shoulder strap bracket:  
nRemove the hex nut, lock washer, and bolt from the  
shoulder strap bracket.  
8
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
ASSEMBLY  
nPull apart the ends of the bracket to expand slightly.  
To remove:  
nSlide the bracket over the power head shaft immediately nLoosen the knob.  
behind the “J” Barrier Handle.  
nPush in the button and twist the shafts to remove and  
separate ends.  
nSqueeze bracket ends together to retighten.  
nReinstall the bolt, lock washer, and hex nut to secure.  
POWER HEAD  
SHAFT  
nConnect the latch on the shoulder harness to the strap  
hanger.  
COUPLER  
GUIDE  
RECESS  
SHOULDER  
STRAP  
“J” BARRIER  
LATCH  
HANDLE  
BUTTON  
BOLT  
STRAP  
HANGER  
POSITIONING  
HOLE  
KNOB  
PRUNER  
ATTACHMENT  
Fig. 4  
LOCK NUT  
NUT  
CHAIN OILER  
Add bar and chain oil in the chain oiler tank before starting  
the engine of the power head.  
BOLT  
BOLT  
LOCK  
WASHER  
NUT  
FUELING AND REFUELING THE PRUNER  
FIG. A  
FIG. B  
FUEL MIXTURE  
Fig. 3  
Thisproductispoweredbya2-cycleengineandrequirespre-  
mixing gasoline and 2-cycle oil. Pre-mix unleaded gasoline  
and 2-cycle engine oil in a clean 1 gallon container approved  
for gasoline.  
CONNECTING THE POWER HEAD TO THE  
PRUNER ATTACHMENT  
See Figure 4.  
nThis engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline  
Theprunerattachmentconnectstothepowerheadbymeans  
of a coupler device.  
intended for automotive use.  
nMix high quality 2-cycle engine oil at 2.6 oz. per gallon.  
To install the attachment:  
nDo not use automotive oil or 2-cycle outboard oil.  
nLoosen the knob on the coupler of the power head shaft  
nDO NOT mix quantities larger than usable in a 30-day  
and remove the end cap from the attachment.  
period.  
nPush in the button located on the shaft of the pruner at-  
tachment. Align the button with the guide recess on the  
power head coupler and slide the two shafts together.  
Rotate extension shaft until button locks into the posi-  
tioning hole.  
PREMIUM EXACT MIX™ (50:1)  
GASOLINE  
1 Gallon (US)  
1 Liter  
OIL  
2.6 oz.  
NOTE: The attachment should only be operated with the  
blade in a vertical position. If the button does not release  
completely in the positioning hole, the shaft is not locked  
into place. Slightly rotate from side to side until the button  
is locked into place.  
20 cc (20 ml)  
nTighten the knob securely.  
9
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
ASSEMBLY  
FILLING TANK  
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new  
engine after first use.  
nClean surface around fuel cap to prevent contami-  
nation.  
nLoosen fuel cap slowly. Rest the cap on a clean  
WARNING:  
surface.  
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 the engine. Do  
not smoke!  
nCarefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage.  
nPrior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the  
gasket.  
nImmediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten. Wipe up  
any fuel spillage.  
OPERATION  
nNever stand directly under the limb you are cutting.  
WARNING:  
nAlways wear shoulder strap for increased safety and to  
support the pruner.  
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care-  
less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is  
sufficient to inflict serious injury.  
nBe certain the knob is fully tightened before operating  
equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use  
to avoid serious injury.  
BASIC CUTTING PROCEDURE  
WARNING:  
Follow the steps below to prevent damage to tree or shrub  
bark. Do not use a back-and-forth sawing motion.  
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with  
side shields, a hard hat, and safety shoes when  
operating tools. Failure to do so could result in  
objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in  
possible serious injury.  
nAccelerate the engine to full throttle just before entering  
the cut by squeezing the throttle trigger. Keep the engine  
at full throttle the entire time you are cutting.  
nMake a shallow first cut (1/4 of limb diameter) on the  
underside of the limb close to the main limb or trunk.  
nMake a second cut from the top side of the limb outboard  
WARNING:  
from the first cut.  
Do not use any attachments or accessories not rec-  
ommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use  
of attachments or accessories not recommended can  
result in serious personal injury.  
nMake a final cut close to trunk.  
NOTE: Forsecondandfinalcuts(fromtopoflimborbranch),  
hold front cutting guide against the limb being cut. This will  
help steady the limb and make it easier to cut. Allow chain to  
cut for you; exert only light downward pressure. If you force  
the cut, damage to the bar, chain, or engine can result.  
WARNING:  
To avoid kickback, binding of the saw bar, and possible  
injury, never cut limbs that the pruner does not reach  
when supported by the shoulder strap.  
SECOND CUT  
LOAD  
PREPARATION FOR CUTTING  
See Figures 5 - 8.  
nWear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection.  
nMaintain a proper grip on the unit whenever the engine is  
running. Use your right hand to firmly grip the rear handle  
while your left hand has a firm grip on the front handle.  
FIRST CUT  
1/4 DIAMETER  
nHold unit firmly with both hands. Always keep your left  
hand on the front handle and your right hand on the rear  
handle, so your body is to the left of the chain line. Never  
use a left-handed (cross-handed) grip, or any stance that  
places your body or arm across the chain line.  
FINAL CUT  
Fig. 5  
10  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
OPERATION  
nRelease 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  
nStop the engine.  
nWork slowly, keeping both hands on the saw with a firm  
nLoosen the knob on the coupler.  
grip. Maintain secure footing and balance.  
nDepress the button on the shaft; twist and pull the shafts  
nKeep the tree between you and the chain while limbing.  
to separate the pruner from the power head.  
Cut from side of tree opposite branch you are cutting.  
nIf the limb can be reached from the ground, lift the limb  
while holding the attachment. This should release the  
“pinch” and free the pruner.  
nDo not cut from a ladder; this is extremely dangerous.  
Leave this operation for professionals.  
nDo not to make the flush cut next to the main limb or trunk  
until you have cut off the limb further out to reduce the  
weight. Following proper cutting procedures will prevent  
stripping the bark from the main member.  
nIf the pruner is still trapped, call a professional for as-  
sistance.  
LIMBING AND PRUNING  
See Figures 8 - 9.  
nDo not use the pruner for felling or bucking.  
This unit is designed for trimming small branches and limbs  
up to 6 in. in diameter. For best results, observe the follow-  
ing precautions.  
nTo prevent electrocution, do not operate within 50 ft. of  
overhead electrical lines.  
nKeep bystanders at least 50 ft. away.  
nPlan the cut carefully. Be aware of the direction in which  
the branch will fall.  
nBranches may fall in unexpected directions. Do not stand  
directly under the branch being cut.  
nThe most typical cutting application is to position the unit  
at an angle of 60° or less, depending on the specific situ-  
ation, as shown below. As the angle of the pruner shaft  
to ground increases, the difficulty of making the first cut  
(from the underside of limb) increases.  
nRemove long branches in several stages.  
nCut lower branches first to allow the top branches more  
room to fall.  
Fig. 8  
11  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
OPERATION  
POSITION FOR STARTING  
See Figure 9.  
Lay the pruner on the ground and ensure that no objects or  
obstructionsareintheimmediatevicinity. Makesurenothing  
can come in contact with the bar and chain.  
STARTER  
GRIP  
ENGINE  
SWITCH  
Fig. 9  
PRIMER BULB  
STARTING AND STOPPING  
See Figures 10 - 12.  
TRIGGER  
LOCK  
TO START A COLD ENGINE:  
DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine starts  
and runs.  
THROTTLE TRIGGER  
Fig. 11  
nLay the trimmer on a flat, bare surface.  
nPRIME - Press the primer bulb 7 times.  
nSET the start lever to the START position.  
nPULL the rope until the engine starts.  
nAllow the engine to run for 15 seconds.  
nSqueeze trigger lock and throttle trigger.  
START LEVER  
START  
POSITION  
NOTE: Squeezing the throttle trigger releases the start lever  
to the RUN position.  
TO START A WARM ENGINE:  
PULL the rope until the engine starts.  
TO STOP THE ENGINE:  
Press and hold the switch in the stop “ ” position until the  
engine stops.  
ENGINE  
SWITCH  
START LEVER  
RUN  
POSITION  
TRIGGER  
LOCK  
THROTTLE  
TRIGGER  
Fig. 10  
Fig. 12  
12  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
MAINTENANCE  
n Stop the engine before setting the chain tension. Make  
sure the guide bar nut is loose to finger tight, turn the  
chain tensioning screw clockwise to tension the chain.  
Refer to “Replacing the Bar and Chain” for additional  
information.  
WARNING:  
When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement  
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or  
cause product damage.  
NOTE: A cold chain is correctly tensioned when there is  
no slack on the underside of the guide bar, the chain is  
snug, but it can be turned by hand without binding.  
WARNING:  
n Chain must be re-tensioned whenever the flats on the  
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.  
drive links hang out of the bar groove as shown in fig.  
20.  
n During normal operation, the temperature of the chain will  
increase. The drive links of a correctly tensioned warm  
chain will hang approximately .050 in. (1.25 mm) out of  
the bar groove, as shown in fig. 14.  
WARNING:  
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit (except  
for carburetor adjustments), shut off engine, wait for all  
moving parts to stop, and disconnect spark plug wire  
and move it away from spark plug. Failure to follow  
these instructions can result in serious personal injury  
or property damage.  
NOTE: New chain tends to stretch; check chain tension  
frequently and tension as required.  
CAUTION:  
Chain tensioned while warm, may be too tight upon cool-  
ing. Check the “cold tension” before next use.  
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.  
FLATS  
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.  
Fig. 13  
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 a Ryobi Authorized Service Center.  
CHAIN TENSION  
See Figures 13 - 14.  
WARNING:  
To avoid possible serious injury, never touch or adjust the  
chain while the motor is running. The saw chain is very  
sharp; always wear protective gloves when performing  
maintenance to the chain.  
APPROX .050 IN. (1.25 mm)  
Fig. 14  
13  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
MAINTENANCE  
n Remove all slack from chain by turning the chain tension-  
REPLACING THE BAR  
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  
of the bar, and turn the chain tensioning screw 1/2 turn  
clockwise. Repeat this process until sag does not exist.  
WARNING:  
To avoid possible serious injury, stop engine before re-  
placing the bar, chain, or performing any maintenance  
operation.  
n Hold the tip of the bar up and tighten the bar nut se-  
curely.  
n Chain is correctly tensioned when there is no slack on  
the underside of the bar, the chain is snug, but it can be  
turned by hand without binding.  
nRemove the bar nut and drivecase cover.  
nThe bar contains a bar stud slot that fits over the bar stud.  
The bar also contains a chain tensioning pin hole which  
fits over the chain tensioning pin.  
NOTE: If chain is too tight, it will not rotate. Loosen the  
bar nut slightly and turn adjusting screw 1/4 turn counter-  
clockwise. Lift the tip of the bar up and retighten bar nut.  
n Place the bar onto the bar stud so that the chain tension-  
ing pin fits into the chain tensioning pin hole.  
n Fit the chain over the sprocket and into the bar groove.  
The cutters on the top of the bar should face toward the  
bar tip, in the direction of the chain rotation.  
n Replace the side case cover and install the bar nut.  
Tighten the bar nut finger tight only. The bar must be  
free to move for tension adjustment.  
CHAIN ROTATION  
SPROCKET  
CHAIN  
DRIVECASE  
COVER  
CHAIN  
BAR NUT  
BAR  
BAR NUT  
Fig. 15  
Fig. 18  
DRIVECASE  
COVER  
CHAIN  
TENSIONING SCREW  
CHAIN  
TENSIONING PIN  
BAR NUT  
Fig. 16  
BAR STUD  
Fig. 19  
BAR  
BAR NUT  
BAR STUD SLOT  
SPROCKET  
CHAIN TENSIONING  
PIN HOLE  
Fig. 20  
Fig. 17  
14  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
MAINTENANCE  
IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT  
See Figure 21.  
CHAIN OILER  
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  
counterclockwise to reduce the idle RPM and stop the chain  
movement. Ifthesawchainstillmovesatidlespeed,contact  
a service dealer for adjustment and discontinue use until the  
repair is made.  
and chain oilers and is formulated to perform over a wide  
temperature range with no dilution required.  
n Remove the cap and carefully pour approximately 8 oz.  
of bar and chain oil into the chain oiler tank.  
n Replace the cap and tighten securely.  
n Check and refill the chain oiler tank every time the engine  
WARNING:  
is fueled.  
NOTE: Do not use dirty, used or otherwise contaminated  
oils. Damage may occur to the oil pump, bar, or chain.  
The saw chain should never turn at idle. Turn the idle  
speed screw counterclockwise to reduce the idle RPM  
and stop the chain, or contact a service dealer for ad-  
justment and discontinue use until the repair is made.  
Serious personal injury may result from the saw chain  
turning at idle.  
CHAIN OILER TANK  
REPLACE  
CAP  
IDLE  
SPEED SCREW  
REMOVE  
CAP  
Fig. 22  
Fig. 21  
15  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
MAINTENANCE  
nUse a 5/32 in. diameter round file and holder.  
CHAIN MAINTENANCE  
See Figure 23.  
nKeep 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:  
nWood chips are small and powdery  
nChain must be forced through the wood during cutting  
nChain cuts to one side  
During maintenance of the chain, consider the following:  
nImproper filing angle of the side plate can increase the  
risk of a severe kickback.  
nDepth gauge (or raker clearance) setting determines the  
height the cutter enters the wood and the size of the wood  
chip that is removed. Too much clearance increases the  
potential for kickback. Too little clearance decreases the  
size of the wood chip thus decreasing the chain's cutting  
ability.  
Fig. 25  
nUsing light but firm pressure, stroke towards the front  
corner of the tooth. Lift file away from the steel on each  
return stroke.  
nIf cutter teeth have hit hard objects such as nails and  
stones, or have been abraded by mud or sand on the  
wood, have service dealer sharpen chain.  
DEPTH GAUGE SETTING  
Fig. 23  
Fig. 26  
HOW TO SHARPEN THE CUTTERS  
See Figures 24 - 27.  
nPut a few firm strokes on every tooth. File all left hand  
cutters in one direction. Then move to the other side and  
file the right hand cutters in the opposite direction. Oc-  
casionally remove filings from the file with a wire brush.  
Be careful to file all cutters to the specified angles and to  
the same length, as fast cutting can be obtained only when  
all cutters are uniform.  
PARTS OF A CUTTER  
CUTTING CORNER  
TOP PLATE  
LEFT HAND  
CUTTERS  
SIDE PLATE  
DEPTH GAUGE  
RIVET HOLE  
HEEL  
TOE  
GULLET  
RIGHT HAND  
CUTTERS  
Fig. 24  
nTighten the chain tension enough that the chain does not  
wobble. Do all of your filing at the mid-point of the bar.  
Wear gloves for protection.  
Fig. 27  
16  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
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  
Fig. 28  
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND  
MUFFLER  
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.  
AIR FILTER BASE  
FILTER  
SPARK ARRESTOR  
Thesparkarrestormustbecleanedorreplacedevery25hours  
or yearly to ensure proper performance of your product. For  
the location of the spark arrestor and specific cleaning in-  
structions, contact your nearest authorized service center.  
REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER  
See Figures 28 - 29.  
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean.  
nRemove the air filter cover by pushing down on the latch  
with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover.  
AIR FILTER COVER  
Fig. 29  
nRemove the filter, clean it in warm soapy water. Rinse  
and let dry completely. For best performance, replace  
annually.  
nReinstall the filter.  
nReplace the air filter cover by inserting the tabs on the  
bottom of the cover into the slots on the air filter base;  
push the cover up until it latches securely in place.  
17  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
MAINTENANCE  
FUEL CAP  
WARNING:  
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced  
immediately.  
STORAGE (1 MONTH OR LONGER)  
See Figure 30.  
nDrain all fuel from tank into a container approved for  
gasoline. Run engine until it stops.  
nClean all foreign material from the trimmer. Store it in a  
well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep  
away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals  
and de-icing salts.  
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check  
valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor-  
mance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loos-  
ened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace  
fuel cap if required.  
nAbide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage  
and handling of gasoline. Excess fuel should be used up  
in other 2-cycle engine powered equipment.  
nAlways place the sheath on the saw bar when transporting  
or storing the pruner. The sheath is a snug fit and must  
be attached very carefully due to the sharp teeth on the  
saw chain. This is best done by grasping the sheath at  
one end, in the center portion of the sheath, and carefully  
sliding it over the chain as shown below. Use caution to  
avoid the sharp teeth of the chain.  
SPARK PLUG  
ThisengineusesaChampionRCJ-6Ywith .025in.electrode  
gap. Use an exact replacement and replace annually.  
Fig. 30  
18  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
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 item.  
Engine is flooded.  
Pull starter three times with choke lever at “RUN”. If engine does  
not start, move choke lever to “START” and repeat normal starting  
procedure. If engine still fails to start, repeat procedure with a new  
spark plug.  
Starter rope pulls harder Contact a servicing dealer.  
now than when new.  
Engine starts but will Engine requires approxi- Allow engine to completely warm up. If engine does not accelerate  
not accelerate.  
mately three minutes to after three minutes, contact a servicing dealer.  
warm up.  
Engine starts but will Carburetor requires  
only run at high speed adjustment.  
at half choke.  
Contact a servicing dealer.  
Engine does not reach Check oil fuel mixture.  
Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-cycle oil mix.  
full speed and emits  
excessive smoke.  
Air filter is dirty.  
Clean air filter. Refer to “Replacing and Cleaning Air Filter” earlier  
in this manual.  
Spark arrestor screen is Contact a servicing dealer.  
dirty.  
Engine starts, runs, Idle speed screw on Turn idle speed screw clockwise to increase idle speed.  
and accelerates but carburetor  
will not idle.  
Bar and chain running Check chain tension for Tension chain. Refer to “Chain Tension” earlier in this manual.  
hot and smoking.  
overtight condition  
Chain oil tank empty  
Check oil tank.  
Motor runs, but chain Chain tension too tight.  
is not rotating.  
Retension chain. Refer to “Chain Tension” earlier in this manual.  
Check guide bar and chain Refer to “Replacing the Bar and Chain” earlier in this manual.  
assembly.  
Check guide bar and chain Inspect guide bar and chain for damage.  
for damage.  
19  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
WARRANTY  
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT  
In addition, this warranty does not cover:  
Ryobi Technologies, Inc. warrants to the original retail  
purchaser that this Ryobi Technologies, Inc. product is  
free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees  
torepairorreplace,atRyobiTechnologies,Inc.’sdiscretion,  
any defective product free of charge within these time  
periods from the date of purchase.  
A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor, Carburetor  
Adjustments, Ignition, Filters  
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  
n Two years if the product is used for personal, family or  
household use;  
Ryobi Technologies, Inc. reserves the right to change or  
improvethedesignofanyRyobiTechnologies,Inc.product  
without assuming any obligation to modify any product  
previously manufactured.  
n 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.  
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. RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES,  
INC.’S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS  
STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR  
OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS AND  
RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES, 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. RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES, INC. ASSUMES NO  
RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,  
OROTHERDAMAGESINCLUDING,BUTNOTLIMITEDTO,  
EXPENSEOFRETURNINGTHERYOBITECHNOLOGIES,  
INC. PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER  
ANDEXPENSEOFDELIVERINGITBACKTOTHEOWNER,  
MECHANIC’STRAVELTIME,TELEPHONEORTELEGRAM  
CHARGES, RENTAL OF A LIKE PRODUCT DURING THE  
TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED,  
TRAVEL, LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERLY,  
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.  
Any part of the Ryobi Technologies, Inc. product  
manufactured or supplied by Ryobi Technologies, Inc. and  
found in the reasonable judgment of Ryobi Technologies,  
Inc. to be defective in material or workmanship will be  
repaired or replaced by an authorized Ryobi Technologies,  
Inc. service dealer without charge for parts and labor.  
Theproduct,includinganydefectivepart,mustbereturned  
to an authorized service dealer within the warranty period.  
The expense of delivering the Ryobi Technologies, Inc.  
product to the dealer for warranty work and the expense  
ofreturningitbacktotheownerafterrepairorreplacement  
will be paid by the owner. Ryobi Technologies, Inc.’s  
responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the  
required repairs or replacements and no claim of breach  
of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission  
of the contract of sale of any Ryobi Technologies, Inc.  
product. Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer  
to substantiate any warranty claim. All warranty work must  
be performed by an authorized Ryobi Technologies, Inc.  
service dealer.  
This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date  
of original retail purchase for any Ryobi Technologies, Inc.  
product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or  
any other income-producing purpose.  
This warranty does not cover any Ryobi Technologies,  
Inc. 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 Ryobi Technologies, Inc. product  
that is the result of improper maintenance or to any  
Ryobi Technologies, Inc. product that has been altered  
or modified. The warranty does not extend to repairs  
made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or  
accessories which are either INCOMPATIBLE WITH THE  
RYOBITECHNOLOGIES,INC.productoradverselyaffect  
its operation, performance, or durability.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may  
also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
This warranty applies to all Ryobi Technologies, Inc.  
products manufactured by Ryobi Technologies, Inc. and  
sold in the United States and Canada.  
To locate your nearest service dealer, dial 1-800-860-4050.  
20  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
WARRANTY  
THE FOLLOWING CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD (CARB) STATEMENT ONLY APPLIES  
TO MODEL NUMBERS REQUIRED TO MEET THE CARB REQUIREMENTS.  
RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION  
CONTROL SYSTEMS NON-ROAD AND SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES  
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Ryobi Technologies, Inc. are pleased  
to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your non-road or small off-road engine. In California, new 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. Ryobi Technologies, 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, and the catalytic  
converter. Also included may be hoses, belts and connectors, and other emission related assemblies.  
Where a warrantable condition exists, Ryobi Technologies, Inc. will repair your non-road or small off-road engine at no cost to you,  
including diagnosis (if the diagnostic work is performed at an authorized dealer), parts, and labor.  
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:  
The 1995 and later small off-road engines are warranted for two years in California. In other states, 1997 and later model year non-  
road engines are also warranted for two years. If any emission-related part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or  
replaced by Ryobi Technologies, Inc. free of charge.  
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES  
(a) As the non-road or small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of required maintenance listed in your  
operator’s manual. Ryobi Technologies, Inc. recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your non-road or  
small off-road engine, but Ryobi Technologies, 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 the engine manufacturer.  
(b) As the non-road or small off-road engine owner, you should be aware, however, that Ryobi Technologies, 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 a Ryobi Technologies, Inc., 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 Ryobi Technologies, Inc., Customer  
Representative at 1-800-860-4050.  
COVERAGE:  
Ryobi Technologies, Inc. warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your non-road or small off-road  
engine will be designed, built, and equipped, at the time of sale, to meet all applicable regulations. Ryobi Technologies, Inc. also war-  
rants to the initial purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that your non-road or small off-road engine is free from defects in mate-  
rials and workmanship which cause the engine to fail to conform with applicable regulations for a period of two years. The 1995 and  
later small off road engines are warranted for two years in California. In all other states for 1997 and later model years, EPA requires  
manufacturers to warrant non-road engines for two years. These warranty periods will begin on the date the non-road or small off-  
road engine is purchased by the initial purchaser. If any emission-related part on your engine is defective, the part will be replaced by  
Ryobi Technologies, Inc. at no cost to the owner.  
Ryobi Technologies, Inc. shall remedy warranty defects at any authorized Ryobi Technologies, Inc. engine dealer or warranty sta-  
tion. Any authorized work done at an authorized dealer or warranty station shall be free of charge to the owner if such work deter-  
mines 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.  
Ryobi Technologies, Inc. is liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty.  
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 EPA considers emission-related warranted parts to include all the parts listed below.)  
These warranted parts are: Carburetor, Spark Plug, Ignition, Air Filter, and Fuel Filter.  
MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS  
The owner is responsible for the performance of the required maintenance as defined by Ryobi Technologies, Inc. in the operator’s  
manual.  
LIMITATIONS  
The Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following:  
(a) repair or replacement required because of misuse or neglect, lack of required maintenance, repairs improperly performed or  
replacements not conforming to Ryobi Technologies, Inc. specifications that adversely affect performance and/or durability, and  
alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing by Ryobi Technologies, Inc., and  
(b) replacement of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for required maintenance at and after the first scheduled  
replacement point.  
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.  
21  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
WARRANTY  
THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER  
Congratulations! You have made an investment toward protecting the environment. In order to maintain this product’s  
original emission level, please refer to the maintenance section below.  
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  
Replace Every  
50 Hours  
CATALYTIC MUFFLER ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................... X  
AIR FILTER ASSY  
includes:  
Filter ................................................................. X............................. X  
SPARK SCREEN ..................................................................................................................X  
CARBURETOR ASSY  
includes:  
Heat Dam  
Gaskets  
FUEL TANK ASSY  
includes:  
Fuel Lines........................ X  
Fuel Cap.......................... X  
Fuel Filter  
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.  
CALL US FIRST  
For any questions about operating or maintaining your product,  
call the Ryobi® Help Line!  
Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure  
your complete satisfaction.  
22  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
NOTES  
23  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
TP30 GAS PRUNER  
RY52004  
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 Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide  
all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-860-4050 for your nearest Ryobi  
complete 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:  
RY52004  
• MODEL NUMBER  
• SERIAL NUMBER  
RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES, INC.  
1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625  
Post Office Box 1207, Anderson, SC 29622-1207  
Phone 1-800-860-4050  
983000-644  
2-05  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  

Pyramid Technologies Clock Bio Ethernet User Guide
RCA Projection Television P56938 User Guide
Remington Electric Shaver FF 400 User Guide
Renesas Network Card M30620T CPE User Guide
Runco Flat Panel Television CX 52HD User Guide
Samsung DVR SHR 9716 User Guide
Samsung Flat Panel Television UN85HU8550 User Guide
Sanyo Digital Camera VCC PN9575P User Guide
Sears Automobile Battery Charger 20071223 User Guide
Senco Air Compressor PC2015 80 User Guide