Ryobi 4 stroke strimmer air filter

[worldwanderer]

I have 2 Ryobi 4 stroke 30 cc strimmers (different models) and neither of them has any filter material inside the cover. Seems strange to me.

Does anyone have any idea about this?

 

[Burnerman]

The standard Ryobi filter is usually a piece of black foam that fixes around plastic pegs inside the filter cover......sort of cut from a tubular length of the stuff if you see what I mean.
For sure, there should be something!
John

 

[worldwanderer]

Thanks John.

I agree there should be something in there to catch the dust & debris! I bought one of them brand new so you would expect that there should have been a filter of some sort in it.

I will have to hunt around and see if I can find something.

Cheers

Sandy

 

[Burnerman]

If you post up the model numbers I'll see if I can help, or visit:
www.ryobispares.co.uk
John

 

[worldwanderer]

I think it is Model RLT-430CES, but there is no identification plate on the machine.

Sorry for being vague! Would a photo or two help?

Cheers

 

[Burnerman]

Curious for sure.....an air cleaner foam isn't listed.
I'm wondering if it's integral in the air box cover maybe?
John

 

[worldwanderer]

No, the air box cover is completely empty. Doesn't make sense to me with all the detritus flying about!

I have ordered a sheet of foam filter material and will fashion something out of that.

Sandy

 

[Burnerman]

I'd certainly say that's an excellent idea considering all the grot that will surely collect there.....I've never seen a strimmer without one!
John

 

[worldwanderer]

I will let you know how I get on when I get around to fitting the foam.

Sandy

 

[lostinthelight]

Not all foam is suitable for air filtration, the cell structure and oil resistance can be an issue and can alter the air to fuel ratio.

http://www.mowermagic.co.uk/acatalog/Ryobi-Air-Box-Base-and-Gauze-Filter-RLT430CES-5131016075.html
litl

 

[worldwanderer]

Thanks for that - I have ordered two of them.

Rest assured I will be in contact if I need anything in the future.

Cheers, Sandy