Ryobi RY60512, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...anufactured 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: ...ts 14 Maintenance 15 17 Troubleshooting 18 Warranty 19 21 Parts Ordering Service 22 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION This product 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: ...aution to avoid slipping or falling GENERAL SAFETY RULES Never start or run the engine inside a closed area Breath ing exhaust fumes will kill you Never pick up or carry a machine while the engine is 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 Never store the machine ...

Page 4: ...ked 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 REFUELING Fuel ...

Page 5: ... Protection Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 as well as hearing protection when operating this equipment Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft away Cutting Hazard Keep feet and hands away from rotating tines Gasoline and Oil Use unleaded gasoline intended for motor vehicle use with an octane rating of ...

Page 6: ... 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 The following signal words and meanings are intended to e...

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 ...

Page 8: ... sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping Do not discard the packing material until you have care fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product 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 Operat...

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: ...ed 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 will use in a month and shake the container to blend thoroughly before each use Using an o...

Page 11: ...ttle lever 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 ...

Page 12: ...osition 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 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 t...

Page 13: ...ate 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 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 f...

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 Clean ...

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 CAU...

Page 17: ...NTENANCE 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 PRODUCT The following steps ...

Page 18: ...uel mixture Mix fuel as described in starting instructions MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR PURCHASE Go to www ryobitools com and register your new tool on line 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 CALL 1 800 860 4050 www ryobitools com To register your Ryobi product or ...

Page 19: ...y does not extendtorepairsmadenecessarybynormalwearorbythe 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 Adjustments Ignition Filters B Wear items Bump Knobs Outer Spools Cutting Lines Inner Reels Starter ...

Page 20: ... 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 n...

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: ...ur 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 follo...