Ryobi RY30542 - Manual (Page 21)

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MAINTENANCE
REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER
See Figures 29 - 30.
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean.

Remove the air filter cover by pushing down on the latch
with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover.
 Remove the air filter and clean it in warm soapy water.
Rinse and let dry completely.
 Reinstall the air filter.
 Replace the air filter cover by inserting the tabs on the
bottom of the cover into the slots on the air filter base;
push the cover up until it latches securely in place.
NOTE: For best performance, replace annually.
FUEL CAP
WARNING:
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check
valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor-
mance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loos-
ened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace
fuel cap if required.
SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT
This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y or NGK BPMR7A
spark plug with .025 in. electrode gap. Use an exact re-
placement and replace annually.
STORING THE PRODUCT
 Clean all foreign material from the product. Store idle unit
indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible
to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as
garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
 Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage
and handling of gasoline.
When storing 1 month or longer:

Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for
gasoline. Run engine until it stops.
Fig. 29
AIR FILTER COVER
AIR FILTER
Fig. 30
AIR FILTER
BASE
AIR FILTER
COVER
LATCH
PULL COVER
TO OPEN