Ryobi SS -- RY34440 Trimmer User Manual


 
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SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product to your nearest
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic-
ing, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this
product until you read thoroughly and understand com-
pletely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand
the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual,
do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for
assistance.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Weight - (without fuel)
C430 ..................................................................................................................................................................10.7 lbs.
S430 ...................................................................................................................................................................11.8 lbs.
Line cutting width
C430 .......................................................................................................................................................................17 in.
S430 ........................................................................................................................................................................18 in.
Engine displacement .................................................................................................................................................30cc
Engine Lubricant Volume ............................................................................................................................................75 ml
Line diameter
Reel Easy String Head ........................................................................................................................................ .095 in.
Pro Cut II String Head ............................................................................................................... .095 in. to .105 in. max.
WARNING:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which 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.
FEATURES
KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
ERGONOMIC DESIGN
The design of the trimmer provides for easy handling. It is
designed for comfort and ease of grasp when operating in
different positions and at different angles.
GRASS DEFLECTOR
The trimmer includes a grass deflector that helps protect
you from flying debris.
OIL CAP/DIPSTICK
Remove the oil fill cap to check and add lubricant when
necessary.
TOP-MOUNTED MOTOR
The top-mounted motor improves balance and is located
away from the dust and debris of the cutting area.