Ryobi RY40250 Operation Manual 4 - Page 1

REEL-EASY TRIMMER HEAD WITH SPEED WINDER Installation video available at AC04156 https://www.ryobitools.com/reeleasyinstall WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand the operator's manual for their string trimmer before using this accessory. Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with Z87.1 along with hearing protection. Ensure compatibility and proper fit before using this accessory. Stop the string trimmer and remove battery pack or disconnect spark plug wire before changing or adjusting accessories. WARNING: Do not use this accessory if a part is damaged or missing. If you are not comfortable performing any of the functions described in these instructions, take your unit to an authorized service center. Use of a trimmer head that has been improperly assembled could cause the trimmer head to come apart and/or detach from your trimmer and result in serious personal injury and/or property damage. PACKING LIST See Figures 1 - 2. Trimmer Head Assembly, Spacer, Silver Bolt, Black Bolt, Silver Nut, Black Nut, Black Line Guide, White Line Guide, 0.095 in. Line (16 ft.), Locking Pin, SPEED WINDER, and Operator's Manual INSTALLING TRIMMER HEAD See Figures 1 - 6. The REEL-EASY Trimmer Head installs differently on different string trimmer attachments. Assembly instructions will vary based on the style and type of attachment you have. See figures 3 and 4 to determine if you have a curved shaft or straight shaft attachment and if your attachment comes with or without an arbor. Refer to the Installation Chart to determine the appropriate items for your attachment. Be sure to follow the instructions for your attachment style and type. NOTE: If you cannot identify the style and type of attachment you have, contact customer service for assistance.  Stop the unit and remove battery pack or disconnect spark plug wire.  Open the REEL-EASY Trimmer Head assembly by depressing the tabs on each side. The contents of the trimmer head are spring loaded, so keep your other hand over the lower housing while depressing the tabs.  Seperate the upper housing, spring, spool, knob, from lower housing and set aside.  Locate the bolt, nut, line guide, and/or spacer required to install the trimmer head to your attachment. Refer to the Installation Chart for details. INSTALLATION CHART If the trimmer head does not fit with any of the adaptors or hardware s­ upplied, contact Customer Service at 1-800-860-4050 for assistance. Style Type Items Needed for Installation Curved With Shaft Arbor Spacer, White Line Guide, Black Bolt, and Trimmer Head Assembly Curved Without Shaft Arbor Silver Nut, Black Line Guide, and Trimmer Head Assembly Straight With Shaft Arbor Spacer, White Line Guide, Silver Bolt, and Trimmer Head Assembly Straight Without Shaft Arbor Black Nut, Black Line Guide, and Trimmer Head Assembly 995000139 12-7-18 (REV:04) TAB UPPER HOUSING SPEED WINDER SPOOL TAB SPRING KNOB SPACER LOWER HOUSING LOCKING PIN SILVER BOLT SILVER NUT Fig. 1 BLACK NUT BLACK BOLT CURVED SHAFT BLACK WHITE LINE GUIDE LINE GUIDE Fig. 2 STRAIGHT SHAFT CURVED SHAFTS Fig. 3 STRAIGHT SHAFTS ARBOR ARBOR Fig. 4