OPERATOR’S MANUAL CULTIVATOR RY60511A Your cultivator has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product. Thank you for buying a Ryobi product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS n Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 �n General Safety Rules ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 �n Specific Safety Rules.............................................................................................................
GENERAL SAFETY RULES n Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces. WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. n Do not operate the cultivator while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES n Do not use near underground electric cables, telephone lines, pipes, or hoses. If in doubt, contact your utility or telephone company to locate underground services. REFUELING n If the unit strikes a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the machine. n Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from spark and/or flame-producing equipment.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL 50' 15m NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Read The Operator’s Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Engine Size.................................................................................................................................................................. 25.4 cc Engine Output ..............................................................................................................................................................1.2 HP Sand Tank Capacity ....................................................................................................
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product requires assembly. To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark plug wire from the spark plug when assembling parts. n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. n Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY ACCESSORY ADJUSTMENT KNOB See Figures 3 - 4. Use the wheel assembly accessory to transport the unit to and from the work area. To install: OPENING n Raise the adjustment knob located at the back of the tine shield. Twist slightly to secure in the raised position. n Insert the wheel assembly support rod into the opening beneath the adjustment knob. To place the wheels in a high position, insert the rod to the first hole.
ASSEMBLY ADDING FUEL TO CULTIVATOR WARNING: See Figure 7. When adding fuel to the cultivator, make sure the unit is sitting on level ground and that the engine is not hot. Fuel only with recommended 50:1 mixture of gasoline and oil as described in “Mixing the Fuel.” To add fuel to the cultivator: n Clean area around fuel tank cap, if necessary. Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive. To prevent serious personal injury and property damage, handle it with care.
ASSEMBLY ADDING SAND JUST ADD SAND™ LID See Figure 8. The cultivator is equipped with a Just Add Sand™ weight system, which improves the stability of the unit during operation. The added weight of the sand also helps you work with less effort and vibration. To add sand: n Lift the lid of the Just Add Sand™ tank and remove. n Pour dry sand into the tank. The tank will hold approximately 13 pounds of sand. NOTE: Be careful not to pour sand into or onto the engine housing. n Replace Just Add Sand™ lid. Fig.
OPERATION n Slowly push the primer bulb seven times. NOTE: If restarting a warm engine, do not push the primer bulb. PRIMER BULB n Set the start lever to the START position. NOTE: If restarting a warm engine, leave the choke in the RUN position. n Pull the starter cord until the engine runs. n Return the starter cord gently to the starter housing. Do not allow the rope to snap back. n Allow the engine to run for 15 seconds to warm up before using. Fig. 10 n Engage the throttle lever to operate.
OPERATION GENERAL CULTIVATING pressure on the handlebar for more shallow cultivating. If the machine stays and digs in one spot, try rocking the unit from side to side to start it moving forward again. If the soil is very hard, water a few days before cultivating. Avoid working the soil when soggy or wet. Wait a day or two after heavy rain for the ground to dry. See Figure 14. Shallow cultivating less than 2 in. deep can be used to disrupt weeds and aerate soil, without injuring nearby plant roots.
ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: WHEEL SUPPORT POSITION A To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always disconnect the spark plug wire when making adjustments. ADJUSTING WHEEL POSITION See Figures 15 - 17. The wheel position of the unit is adjustable. Holes on the wheel support rod offer different heights to choose from in both the A and B positions. n Install the wheel assembly accessory in position A to transport the cultivator to and from the work area. Fig.
MAINTENANCE n Reinstall the air filter. NOTE: Make sure the filter is seated properly inside the cover. Installing the filter incorrectly will allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear. n Reinstall the cover. n Tighten knob to secure. WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
MAINTENANCE SPARK ARRESTOR n Leaving the spark plug out, pull the starter cord two or three times to coat the inside of the cylinder wall. n Inspect spark plug and clean or replace, as necessary. n Reinstall the spark plug, but leave the spark plug wire disconnected. Air Filter: n Clean the air filter as previously described. Cultivator Body: n Clean dirt, grass, and other materials from the entire unit. n Wipe the tines with oil or spray them with silicone lubricant to prevent rusting.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Engine fails to start. Engine hard to start. CAUSE REMEDY Engine switch is in the off position. Move switch to start. 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 disconnected from spark plug. Replace lead wire or attach to spark plug. Ignition inoperative. Contact authorized service center.
WARRANTY THE FOLLOWING CARB STATEMENT ONLY APPLIES TO MODEL NUMBERS REQUIRED TO MEET (CARB) REQUIREMENTS. RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC. LIMITED WARRANTY FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS NON-ROAD AND SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Ryobi Technologies Inc. are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your non-road or small off-road engine.
WARRANTY Emissions Parts EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND WARRANTED PARTS LIST Inspect Before Clean Every Replace Every Clean Every Each Use 5 Hours 25 Hours or Yearly 25 Hours or Yearly AIR FILTER ASSY INCLUDES: FILTER................................................................................ X ........................................... X SPARK SCREEN....................................................................................................................................................
WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Ryobi Technologies, Inc. warrants to the original retail purchaser that this Ryobi Technologies, Inc. product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at Ryobi Technologies, Inc.’s discretion, any defective product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purchase.
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL CULTIVATOR RY60511A WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.