Ryobi RYAC701 Operation Manual - Page 17

OPERATION To change to a narrow tine pattern:  Remove the lock pins securing the outer tines from each side of the cultivator. NOTE: The right outer tine is marked "C" and the left outer tine is marked "B".  Remove the outer tines.  When work is complete, place the outer tine marked "C" on the right side of the tine shaft and the outer tine marked "B" on the left side of the shaft. MAINTENANCE WARNING: Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, stop the motor, wait for all moving parts to stop, and disconnect from power supply. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. WARNING: Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. WARNING: When servicing, use only authorized replacement parts. Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause product damage. NOTICE: Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced. Please contact customer service or an authorized service center for assistance. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc. WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury. LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further bearing lubrication is required. STORING THE CULTIVATOR  Clean dirt, grass, and other materials from the entire unit.  Wipe the tines with oil or spray them with silicone lubricant to prevent rusting.  Oil the switch trigger cable and all visible moving parts. Do not remove the motor cover.  Order new parts to replace any that are badly worn or broken.  Store in an upright position in a clean, dry place. Store with the handles in the extended position, or loosen knobs and fold handles down. Do not allow switch trigger cable to become pinched when lowering the handle. 11 - English