Ryobi RY60512 User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
CULTIVATOR
RY60512
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Your cultivator has been engineered and manufactured to our 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.
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Ryobi RY60512 Specifications

General

Tilling Width	12 inches
Tilling Depth	8 inches
Number of Tines	4
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Handle Type	Adjustable
Warranty	3 years
Forward Rotating Tines	Yes

Summary

INTRODUCTION

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

REFUELING

Precautions for handling flammable fuel to prevent injury.

SYMBOLS

SERVICE

FEATURES

KNOW YOUR CULTIVATOR

Overview of the cultivator's parts and controls.

COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS

Explanations of key components like engine switch, starter, and throttle.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

Instructions for removing and checking product and accessories from the box.

POSITIONING THE HANDLEBAR

Steps to unfold and secure the handlebar for operation.

ASSEMBLY

INSTALLING THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY ACCESSORY

Guide to attaching the wheel assembly for transport and height adjustment.

INSTALLING THE TINES

Instructions for correctly orienting and installing the inner and outer tines.

ASSEMBLY

MIXING THE FUEL

How to mix gasoline and 2-cycle oil for the engine.

ADDING FUEL TO CULTIVATOR

Procedure for safely adding the fuel mixture to the tank.

ASSEMBLY

ADDING SAND

Instructions for adding sand to the weight system for stability.

OPERATION

APPLICATIONS

Common uses of the cultivator for soil preparation and weeding.

STARTING/STOPPING THE CULTIVATOR

Steps to start and stop the engine for operation.

OPERATION

PREPARING THE SEED BED

Guidance on preparing soil for planting and using the cultivator.

OPERATION

GENERAL CULTIVATING

Techniques for shallow cultivating and weed removal.

ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING WHEEL POSITION

How to adjust the wheel height for transport or cultivating.

ADJUSTING DRAG BAR POSITION

Instructions for adjusting the drag bar for depth and speed control.

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

General cleaning advice and precautions for plastic parts.

CLEANING THE AIR FILTER

Step-by-step guide to cleaning and maintaining the air filter.

MAINTENANCE

REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG

Procedure for removing and installing a new spark plug.

REPLACING THE SPARK ARRESTOR

Instructions for replacing the spark arrestor screen in the muffler.

MAINTENANCE

CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER

How to address carbon deposits in the exhaust system.

STORING THE PRODUCT

Steps for preparing the cultivator for seasonal storage.

PREPARING FOR USE AFTER STORAGE

Procedures to follow before using the cultivator after storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARRANTY

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

Explains the warranty coverage and user responsibilities for emissions systems.

OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES

Outlines the owner's duties for maintaining the emissions system.

DEFECT WARRANTY COVERAGE REQUIREMENTS

Details the conditions and requirements for warranty claims on defective parts.

EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND WARRANTED PARTS LIST

Schedule for emissions parts maintenance and list of warranted components.

SERVICE

MODEL NO. AND SERIAL NO.

Location and importance of recording model and serial numbers.

HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS

Information required when ordering replacement parts.