Ryobi RY09053 Operator's Manual - Page 13

MAINTENANCE VACUUM BAG A dirty bag will reduce performance. To clean the bag, turn it inside out and shake. Wash the bag in soapy water at least once a year. To obtain a replacement bag, see How to Order Replacement Parts on the back page of this manual. FUEL CAP WARNING: Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately. If you find any leaks, correct the problem before using the product. Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause serious personal injury. The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine performance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loosened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace fuel cap if required. SPARK PLUG replacement This engine uses a Ryobi AC00160, Champion RCJ-6Y or NGK BPMR7A spark plug with .025 in. electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and replace annually. STORING THE PRODUCT  Clean all foreign material from the product. Store idle unit indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.  Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage and handling of gasoline. When storing 1 month or longer:  Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for gasoline. Run engine until it stops. TROUBLESHOOTING IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICING DEALER. Problem Engine fails to start. Engine hard to start. Engine lacks power. Engine overheats. Cause Remedy No fuel in tank. Fill tank. Spark plug shorted or fouled. Replace spark plug. Spark plug is broken. (cracked ­porcelain or electrodes broken) Replace spark plug. Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or Replace lead wire or attach to spark disconnected from spark plug. plug. Ignition inoperative. Contact authorized service center. Water in gasoline or stale fuel mixture. Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel. Too much lubricant in fuel mixture. Drain and refill with correct mixture. Engine is under or over choked. Adjust choke as necessary. Weak spark at spark plug. Contact authorized service center. Air filter clogged. Clean air filter. Refer to Cleaning the Air Filter Screen earlier in this manual. Insufficient lubricant in fuel mixture. Mix fuel as described in starting ­instructions. 11 - English