Ryobi 767rj User Manual
767rj
2-Cycle Gas Trimmer
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 in U.S. or
1-800-265-6778 in CANADA
www.ryobi.com
IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY
INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS
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THANK YOU
Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern
outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful
service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device.
This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to-understand operating instructions. Read the whole manual
and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor
power tool in top operating condition. The other manual
that came with your power tool, the parts manual, contains all the information that you need to order parts.
PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND
SPECIFICATIONS
All information, illustrations and specifications
in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right
to make changes at any time without notice.
Copyright©1999 Ryobi Outdoor Products, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
SpeedSpool®is a registered trademark of Ryobi
Outdoor Products.
Bump Head™ is a trademark of Ryobi Outdoor
Products.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Service on this unit both within and after the warranty
period should be performed only by an authorized and
approved service dealer.
Dial:
• 1-800-345-8746 or www.ryobi.com on the world wide
web for authorized service dealers in the United States
Or
• 1-800-265-6778 in Canada to obtain the listing of the
authorized service dealer nearest you.
to obtain the listing of the authorized service dealer
nearest you.
DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER.
NOTE: PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED
FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
Make sure this manual is carefully read and understood
before starting or operating this equipment.
THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE OF
THE US PATENTS. OTHER PATENTS PENDING.
I. California Emission Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
II. Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
A. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
B. Safety and International Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
C. Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
III. Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
A. Installing and Adjusting J-Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
B. Installing the Cutting Attchment Shield . . . . . . . . 8
IV. Oil and Fuel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
V. Starting/Stopping Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
VI. Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12
A. Holding the Trimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
B. Adjusting Trimming Line Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
C. Tips for Best Trimming Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
D. Decorative Trimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
VII. Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . . 12-16
A. Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
B. Line Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
C. Installing a Prewound Reel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
D. Cleaning the SpeedSpool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
E. Air Filter Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
F. Carburetor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
G. Replacing the Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
VIII. Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
A. Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
B. Accessories and Replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . 17
IX. Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
X. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
XI. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22
CONTENTS OF CARTON
• Model 767rj Trimmer
∆ J-Handle and Hardware
∆ Cutting Attachment Shield and Hardware
• Bottle of 2-Cycle Oil
• Operator's Manual
• Parts Manual
• Product Registration Card
∆ These items may be in the hardware bag or
assembled on your unit.
CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS
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SPARK ARRESTOR
WARNING!
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. All U.S. Forest
Land and the states of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington require, by law that
certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped with a spark
arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention
of fire. Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these
requirements could subject you to liability or a fine. This unit is not factory equipped with a spark arrestor. If these
items are required in your area, ask your LOCAL SERVICE dealer to install the Optional Accessory Part #180030 Spark
Arrestor Kit.
This unit meets the 1995 and later California emissions regulations for small off-road engines. These units are identified by
the label on the engine of your product. A typical identification label is shown.
To ensure that your unit continues to meet these regulations, refer to the following information and instructions in this
operator’s manual.
Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
WARNING
California Proposition 65 Warning:
THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT
CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE
OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH
DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 IN U.S. OR 1-800-265-6778 in CANADA
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your
attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols,
and their explanations, deserve your careful attention
and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or
warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates
danger, warning, or caution. Attention is
required in order to avoid serious personal
injury. May be used in conjunction with
other symbols or pictographs.
NOTE:Advises you of information or instructions vital to
the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning
will result in serious injury to yourself or to
others. Always follow the safety precautions
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning
can result in injury to yourself and others.
Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning
may result in property damage or personal
injury to yourself or to others. Always follow
the safety precautions to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and proper use of the unit.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Children and teens under the age of 15 must not use
the unit, except for teens guided by an adult.
• Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts.
Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in
place and secure. Replace cutting attachment parts
that are cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way.
Make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed
and securely fastened. Be sure the cutting attachment
shield is properly attached, and positioned as recommended. Failure to so can result in personal injury to
the operator and bystanders, as well as damage to the
unit.
• Use only 0.080 inch (2.03 mm) diameter genuine Ryobi
replacement line. Never use metal-reinforced line,
wire, or rope, etc.. These can break off and become a
dangerous projectile.
• Be aware of the risk of injury to the head, hands and
feet.
• Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all
objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or
string which can be thrown or become entangled in
the cutting attachment. Clear the area of children,
bystanders, and pets. At a minimum, keep all children,
bystanders and pets outside a 50 feet (15 m) radius;
there still may be a risk to bystanders from thrown
objects. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear
eye protection. If you are approached, stop the engine
and cutting attachment immediately.
• Squeeze the throttle control and check that it returns
automatically to the idle position. Make all adjustments
or repairs before using unit.
• This unit was not designed to be used as a brushcutter. Do not attach or operate this unit with any type of
brushcutting blade or brushcutting attachment.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS TRIMMERS
WARNING: Gasoline is highly flammable, and its vapors
can explode if ignited. Take the following precautions:
• Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and
approved for the storage of such materials.
• Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before
filling the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel
tank, or add fuel, when the engine is hot. Never
operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure
in the tank.
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION •
• Mix and add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated area
outdoors where there are no sparks or flames. Slowly
remove the fuel cap only after stopping engine. Do not
smoke while fueling or mixing fuel. Wipe up any spilled
fuel from the unit immediately.
• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do
not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
• Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling
source and site before starting the engine. Do not
smoke, keep sparks and open flames from the area
while adding fuel or operating the unit.
WHILE OPERATING
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate
this unit only in a well ventilated area outdoors.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as
meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards, and ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear a face or dust
mask if the operation is dusty.
• Wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves and a long
sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short
pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above
shoulder level.
• The cutting attachment shield must always be in place
while operating the unit. Do not operate unit without
both trimming lines extended, and the proper line
installed. Do not extend the trimming line beyond the
length of the shield.
• This unit has a clutch. The cutting attachment remains
stationary when the engine is idling. If it does not, have
the unit adjusted by an authorized service technician.
• Adjust the J-handle to your size to provide the best
grip.
• Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact with
anything before starting the unit.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position
whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and
unit must be in a stable position while starting. See
Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose
intended.
• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and
balance.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating.
Keep a firm grip on both the front and rear handle or
grips.
• Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all
moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the cutting
attachment when it is rotating.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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• Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get
extremely hot from operation. When turned off they
remain hot for a short time.
• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed
needed to cut, trim or edge. Do not run the engine at
high speed when not cutting.
• Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or
when walking from one cutting location to another.
• If you strike or become entangled with a foreign
object, stop the engine immediately and check for
damage. Do not operate before repairing damage. Do
not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
• Stop and switch the engine to off for maintenance,
repair, or for changing the cutting attachment or other
attachments.
• Use only genuine Ryobi replacement parts and
accessories for this unit. These are available from
your authorized service dealer. Use of any non Ryobi
parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the
user, or damage to the unit, and void your warranty.
• Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials.
They may become lodged between the cutting
attachment and shield.
• To reduce fire hazard, replace faulty muffler and spark
arrestor, keep the engine and muffler free from grass,
leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Never store the unit, with fuel in the tank, inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting.
Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
• Store the unit in a locked up and dry or high and dry
place to prevent unauthorized use or damage, out of
the reach of children.
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other
liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris.
Clean after each use, see
Cleaning and Storage
instructions.
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use
them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this
unit, also loan them these instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product.
Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.
SYMBOL MEANING
• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other
symbols or pictographs.
• WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
• FOR SERVICE INFORMATION, CALL:
USA: 1-800-345-8746
CANADA: 1-800-265-6778
• WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING:
Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe eye injury and hearing
loss. Wear eye protection meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards and ear protection when
operating this unit.
• KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
WARNING:
Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m)
from the operating area.
SYMBOL MEANING
• PRIMER BULB
Push primer bulb, fully and slowly, 5 to 7 times.
• UNLEADED FUEL
Always use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
• THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
WARNING:
Do not operate without the cutting attachment shield in place.
Keep away from the rotating cutting attachment.
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
ON / START / RUN
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
OFF OR STOP
• HOT SURFACE WARNING
Do not touch a hot muffler or cylinder. You may get burned. These parts get extremely
hot from operation. When turned off they remain hot for a short time.
• SHARP BLADE
WARNING:
There is a sharp blade on the cutting attachment shield.
To prevent serious injury, do not touch blade.
• INDICATES OIL
Refer to operator's manual for the proper type of oil.
• CHOKE CONTROL
A • FULL CHOKE position.
B • PARTIAL CHOKE position.
C • RUN position.
• DO NOT USE BLADES
WARNING:
To prevent serious injury, do not attach or operate the unit with
any type of blade.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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WARNING: The operation of any power tool can cause foreign objects to be thrown into your
eyes. This can lead to severe eye damage. Before commencing power tool operation, always
wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards, and a full
face shield when needed.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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KNOW YOUR UNIT
APPLICATIONS
• Cutting grass and light weeds.
• Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc.
Handle Hardware
Primer Bulb
Air filter/Muffler
Cover
Fuel Cap
Throttle Control
Power Head
Choke Lever
J-handle
Line Cutting Blade
Cutting Attachment
Shaft Housing
Shaft Grip
Spark Plug
On/Off Stop Control
Cutting Attachment Shield
Starter Rope Grip
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