Ryobi RY60511B, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...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 ...

Page 2: ...ents 14 Maintenance 15 17 Troubleshooting 18 Warranty 19 21 Parts Ordering Service 22 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate ...

Page 3: ...ts or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts of the machine or its engine GENERAL SAFETY RULES 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 Do not operate the cultivator while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Do not put hands or fee...

Page 4: ...ruc 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 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 mo...

Page 5: ...d understand operator s manual before using this product Eye and Hearing Protection Always wear safety goggles safety glasses with side shields or a full face shield as well as hearing protection when operating this product Precautions that involve your safety Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft away Keep feet and hands away from rotating tines Gasoline and Oil Use unleaded gasoline intended for mo...

Page 6: ...ardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage WARNING To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator s manual If you do not under stand the warnings and instructions in the operator s manual...

Page 7: ...weight to the machine allowing it to cultivate with less effort and vibration RECOIL STARTER The recoil starter is used for starting the engine 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 The start lever opens and closes the choke valve in the carbu r...

Page 8: ...ke sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping Do not discard the packing material until you have care fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool If any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 800 860 4050 for assistance PACKING LIST Cultivator Drag Bar Pull Pin Hitch Pins 2 Felt Washers 2 Inner Tines 2 Outer Tines 2 Ryobi Exact Mix 2 Cycle Oil Wheel Assembly Accessory Operato...

Page 9: ...nit 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 Place a felt washer on each side of the tine shaft and slide to rest against the inner t...

Page 10: ...ogether for use 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 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 ...

Page 11: ...ever is released Failure to avoid contact could cause serious personal injury ASSEMBLY ADDING SAND 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 ta...

Page 12: ...has two installation positions to choose from Based on the type of soil being cultivated and soil conditions 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 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...

Page 13: ...rby plant roots It should be done often so that weeds do not grow large and cause tangling in the tines of the unit 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 sha...

Page 14: ...f the tine blades into the cultivating surface The wheel assembly accessory may be installed in posi tion B to allow use of the drag bar during 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 dr...

Page 15: ... 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 CLEANING THE AIR FILTER See Figure 19 Cean ...

Page 16: ... REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG See Figure 20 ThecultivatorusesChampionRCJ 4YorNGKBPMR7Aspark plug Use an exact replacement and replace annually Remove the spark plug boot Loosen the spark plug by turning it counterclockwise with a socket Remove the spark plug Hand thread the new spark plug turning it clockwise Tighten with a socket and torque to 170 in lb minimum 190 in lb maximum Do not overtighten CA...

Page 17: ...ENANCE 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 STORING THE CULTIVATOR The following steps...

Page 18: ...o start Water in gasoline or stale fuel mixture Too much oil in fuel mixture Engine is under or over choked Weak spark at spark plug Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel Drain and refill with correct mixture Adjust choke as necessary Contact authorized service center Engine lacks power Air filter clogged Clean or replace air filter Engine overheats Insufficient oil in fuel mixture Mix fu...

Page 19: ...s not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible with the RYOBI brand outdoor product or adversely affect its operation performance or durability In addition this warranty does not cover A Tune ups Spark Plugs Carburetor Carburetor Adjust ments Ignition Filters B Wear items Bump Knobs Outer Spools Cutting Lines Inner Reels St...

Page 20: ...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 Representative at 1 800 860 4050 COVERAGE Techtronic Industries North Ame...

Page 21: ...arly 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 ...

Page 22: ...r nearest Authorized Service Center You can also check our web site at www ryobitools com for a 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 follow...