Ryobi CS30 User Manual

OPERATOR' MAN AL
30cc String Trimmers and Brushcutters
SS30
CS30 RY30550
RY30530 RY30951
BC30
RY30570
RY30971
Your new trimmer or brushcutter has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of
operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
_k WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before
using this product.
Thank you for your purchase.

Ryobi CS30 Specifications

General

Engine Displacement	30cc
Engine Type	2-cycle
Cutting Swath	17 inches
Line Diameter	0.095 inches
Shaft Type	Straight
Type	Gas Trimmer
Power Source	Gasoline

Summary

INTRODUCTION

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TRIMMER USE

Safety precautions for trimmer operation.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR BRUSH-CUTTER AND BLADE USE

Safety precautions for brushcutter and blade operation.

SYMBOLS

Safety Alert

Indicates precautions involving personal safety.

Read the Operator's Manual

Advises users to read the manual for safe operation.

Wear Eye and Hearing Protection

Recommends wearing protective gear for eyes and ears.

Keep Bystanders Away

Instructs to keep bystanders at a safe distance.

Ricochet

Warns about potential injury from ricocheting objects.

No Blade

Prohibits using blades on products with this symbol.

Blade Thrust

Warns about hazardous blade reaction during cutting.

Gasoline and Lubricant

Details fuel mixture requirements for 2-cycle engines.

SERVICE

FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Details weight, cutting width, and engine specifications for models.

ERGONOMIC DESIGN

Describes the user-friendly design for comfortable handling.

GRASS DEFLECTOR

Explains the function of the grass deflector for protection.

TOP-MOUNTED MOTOR

Highlights the benefits of the motor's top-mounted placement.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

Instructions for unboxing and checking parts.

PACKING LIST

Lists all components included with each model.

INSTALLING THE POWER HEAD TO THE ATTACHMENT

REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD

ATTACHING THE STORAGE HANGER

ATTACHING THE FRONT HANDLE - CS30 AND SS30

ATTACHING THE "J" HANDLE - BC30

ATTACHING THE GRASS DEFLECTOR

ATTACH THE CURVED SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR - CS30

ATTACH THE STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR - SS30

ATTACHING THE BRUSHCUTTER GUARD - BC30

ATTACHING THE SHOULDER HARNESS - BC30

CONVERTING FROM BRUSHCUTTER TO STRING TRIMMER - BC30

REMOVING THE TRI-ARC® BLADE AND BRUSHCUTTER GUARD

INSTALLING THE STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR AND STRING HEAD

CONVERTING FROM STRING TRIMMER TO BRUSHCUTTER - BC30

OPERATION

REMOVING THE STRAIGHT SHAFT GRASS DEFLECTOR AND STRING HEAD

Procedure for removing deflector and string head on BC30.

INSTALLING THE TRI-ARC® BLADE AND BRUSHCUTTER GUARD

Steps for installing blade and guard on BC30.

FUELING AND REFUELING THE TRIMMER

OXYGENATED FUELS

OPERATING THE TRIMMER

TO ADVANCE THE CUTTING LINE (REEL EASY STRING HEAD)

CUTTING TIPS

GRASS DEFLECTOR LINE TRIMMING CUT-OFF BLADE

OPERATING THE BRUSHCUTTER

BLADE THRUST

TRI-ARC® BLADE

CUTTING TECHNIQUE - BLADE

STARTING AND STOPPING

MAINTENANCE

INSTALLING REEL EASY STRING HEAD

Steps for installing the Reel Easy string head assembly.

INSTALLING STRING IN REEL EASY STRING HEAD

INSTALLING PRO CUT II STRING HEAD

INSTALLING STRING IN PRO CUT II STRING HEAD

CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER

SPARK ARRESTOR

IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT

CLEANING AIR FILTER SCREEN

FUEL CAP

SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT

STORING THE PRODUCT

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARRANTY

EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND WARRANTED PARTS LIST

Schedule for emissions part maintenance and warranty list.

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE

OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES