Ryobi LM-1320, Owner'S Operating Manual

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10
MAINTENANCE
STORAGE FOR LONGER PERIODS
NOTE: All electrical inspections and repairs
should be conducted by a qualified
electrician.
NOTE: To ensure your mower is maintained
in good working order, if the storage
period exceeds one month it is
important that the following is
adopted:
1. Clean all areas of the mower,
ensure that the grass collection
box is empty and clean.
2. Lubricate the wheels, pivot points
and linkages.
3. Cover all metal parts with oil to
prevent corrosion.
4. Cover the mower with a protective
sheet and store in a dry area.
Fig. 8
CUTTING BLADE
1. The cutting blade has sharp edges, always wear
strong gloves to protect your hands when
working with or around the cutting blade.
2. Always work away from the cutting edges of the
blade to avoid the risk of injury.
3. Care should be taken when turning or lifting the
mower unit.
4. It is recommended that the cutting blade is
replaced every two years or after 50 hours
operation, which ever occure the sooner.
5. Damaged or worn blades should by replaced
immediately.
BLADE REPLACEMENT (Fig. 8)
2. Turn the mower unit on to its side.
3. Firmly grip the end of the cutting blade - with a
gloved hand.
4. Remove the fixing bolt, with the spanner
provided.
5. Carefully remove the cutting blade.
6. Ensure that the ‘New’ cutting blade is the correct
way up, with the turned edges facing towards the
motor.
7. Locate the ‘New’ blade into position on the carrier
pins. The blade with texts should face outward.
8. Secure the fixing bolt and tighten.
9. Return the mower unit to an upright position.
1. Disconnect the mower from power supply before
removing or refitting the blade.
WARNING:
Unbalanced blades will cause the
lawnmower to vibrate-risk of accident!
POWER SUPPLY CABLE
Before use, the power supply cable should be
inspected for signs of damage or ageing.
DO NOT USE ANY POWER TOOLS IF THE
CABLE IS DAMAGED OR WORN.