Ryobi RLM18E40H, Original Instructions Manual

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■ Never pull by the power cord to disconnect from the
power supply.
■ Keep the power cord away from heat, oil and sharp
edges.
■ Make sure voltage is correct for the product. A
nameplate on the product indicates the product’s
voltage. Never connect the product to an AC voltage
that differs from this voltage.
■ Always ensure the cord from the handlebar to the mower
body is never trapped, pinched or otherwise damaged
during assembly or when folding the handle. Never
apply power to the product if the cable is damaged.
Bring the product to an authorised service centre for
professional repair.
■ A power spike causes voltage fluctuations and may
affect other electrical products in the same power
line. Connect the product to a power supply with an
impedance equal or less than 0.452
Ω - for RLM18E40H
to minimize voltage fluctuations. Contact your electric
power supplier for further clarification.
■ The recommended maximum extension cord length is
30 m. Exceeding the recommended length could result
in a big voltage drop.
LAWN MOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Before using, always visually inspect to ensure blades,
blade bolts, and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged.
■ Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to
preserve balance.
■ The blade on the product is sharp. Use extreme caution
and wear heavy duty gloves when fitting, replacing,
cleaning or checking bolt security.
■ Bring the product to an authorised service centre to
replace damaged or unreadable labels.
■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to be sure that the product is in safe
working condition.
■ Frequently check the grass catcher for wear, holes or
deterioration.
■ Replace worn or damaged parts before operating the
product.
■ The product must be started with the user behind the
handlebars in the operator safety zone. Never start the
product if:
● all four wheels are not on the ground
● the grass discharge chute is exposed without being
protected by either the mulching plug and grass
discharge chute cover or the grass catcher and
grass discharge chute cover.
● hands and feet of all persons are not clear of the
cutting enclosure.
■ Never operate the product if the on/off switch on the
handlebar does not properly start and stop the product.
■ Never attempt to lock the on/off switches in the On
position, this is extremely dangerous.
■ Do not force the product. It will do the job better and
safer at the speed for which it was designed.
■ Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
■ Do not pull the product backwards unless absolutely
necessary. If you must back the product away from a
wall or obstruction,
fi rst look down and behind to avoid
tripping or pulling the product over your feet.
■ Stop the motor and allow the blade to stop if the product
is transported through surfaces other than grass, and
when the product is transported to and from the area
to be mowed.
■ Never use the product with defective guards or shields,
or without safety devices, for example, de
fl ectors and/
or grass catcher, in place.
■ Do not tilt the product when switching on the motor or
whilst the motor is running. This exposes the blade and
increases the probability of objects being thrown.
■ Switch on the motor carefully according to instructions
and keep hands and feet away from cutting area. Do not
put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear
of the discharge opening at all times. Do not start the
product when standing in front of the discharge opening.
■ Never pick up or carry the product while it is running.
■ Stop the mower motor and disconnect from the power
supply, make sure that all moving parts have come to a
complete stop for the below cases:
● whenever you leave the product unattended
(including disposal of grass clippings).
● before cleaning a blockage or unclogging discharge
chute
● before checking, cleaning or working on the product
● after striking a foreign object; inspect the product
for damage and make repairs as necessary before
restarting and operating the product.
● before removing the grass catcher or opening the
grass discharge chute cover.
■ If the product starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately):
– inspect for damage, particularly the blades
– replace or repair any damaged parts
– check for and tighten any loose parts
■ Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, property stakes, or
other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip
and fall accident.
OVERLOAD PROTECTION DEVICE
The product has an overload protection device. When
overloading is detected, the product will automatically
switch off. If the overload protector is actuated, the motor
must be allowed to cool down for 5 to 10 minutes.
Turn off the power and remove the plug from the supply.
The blades are sharp; wear heavy duty gloves before
touching. Make sure the blade can rotate freely and is not
jammed or tight.
When the motor is cool, connect the plug to the power
supply, turn the power on. Press the start button and then
the on/off button to start the product. If the product will still
not start, bring the product to an authorised service centre
for repair.
RESIDUAL RISK
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise in use and the
operator should pay special attention to avoid the following:
■ Injury caused by vibration. Always use the right tool for
the job, use designated handles and restrict working
time and exposure.
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