Ryobi RLT254CDSO - Cleaning the Spark Arrestor; Cleaning the Air Filter; Replacing the Spark Plug

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deposits. If you notice a power loss with your gas powered
product, a qualied service technician will need to remove
these deposits to restore performance.
CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTOR
The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every 25
hours to ensure proper performance of your product. Spark
arrestors may be in different locations depending on the
model purchased.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
For proper performance and long life, keep the air lter
clean.
■ Ensure the product is in “off” position.
■ Remove the air filter cover.
■ Remove the air filter and clean it with warm soapy water.
■ Rinse, and let the air filter dry completely.
■ Work two drops of lubricant into the air filter.
■ Replace the air filter (fits only one way).
■ Replace the air filter cover.
NOTE: The lter should be replaced annually for best
performance.
FUEL CAP
WARNING
A leaking fuel cap is a re hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable lter and a
check valve. A clogged fuel lter will cause poor engine
performance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is
loosened, check valve may be faulty or lter clogged.
REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG
WARNING
The material of the spark plug is metal. It becomes very
hot after you stop the engine. Wait for the engine to cool
down before disassembling the metal spark plug boot to
avoid personal injury.
NOTE: This engine uses a Champion RCJ6Y or equivalent
with 0.63 mm (0.025 in.) electrode gap. Use an exact
replacement and replace annually.
■ Stop the engine.
■ Hold the front portion of the rubber protect boot and pull
it away from the housing.
■ Pull the rubber protect boot upward to release the hook.
■ Twist the metal spark plug boot and pull it away from
the spark plug.
■ Loosen the spark plug by turning it counter clockwise
with a wrench. Remove the old spark plug and replace
with a new one. Assemble back the metal spark plug
boot and the rubber protect boot.
ATTACHING THE HANGER CAP
To use the hanger cap, push in the button and place the
hanger cap over the lower end of the attachment. Slightly
rotate the cap from side to side until the button locks into
place.
NOTE: The secondary hole in the attachment shaft can be
used for hanging purposes as well.