Ryobi RLM3113, Original Instructions Manual

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behind the handlebars in the operator
safety zone. Never start the product if:
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all four wheels are not on the ground
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the grass discharge chute is exposed
and is not protected by the grass catcher
and grass discharge chute cover.
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hands and feet of all persons are not
clear of the cutting enclosure.
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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,
first 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 has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces
other than grass, and when transporting
the product to and from the work area.
■
Never use the product with defective
guards or shields, or without safety
devices, for example, deflectors and/ or
grass collectors, in place.
■
Do not tilt the product when switching on
the motor or while the motor is running. If
absolutely necessary, you may raise the
front of the lawn mower by no more than
5 cm to enable easier starting. Press down
on the handlebar to achieve this. Always
return the mower to its normal position with
all wheels on the ground before cutting.
Tilting the mower exposes the blade and
increases the probability of objects being
thrown and accidental contact with the
blade.
■
Turn on the product carefully according to
the instructions and keep hands and feet
away from the blades. Do not put hands
or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep
clear of the discharge opening at all times.
■
Never pick up or carry the product while it
is running.
■
Turn off the product and disconnect it from
the power supply. Make sure all moving
parts have come to a complete stop:
●
whenever you leave the product
unattended (including disposal of grass
clippings).
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before cleaning a blockage or unclogging
discharge chute
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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 collector
or opening the grass discharge chute
cover.
●
If the product starts to vibrate abnormally,
check immediately to:
– 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 product and disconnect it from
the power 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 has cooled down, connect
the plug to the power supply and turn on the
product. Press the start button and then the
on-off button to start the product. If the product
will still not start, have the product serviced by
an authorised service centre only.
GENERAL MOWING TIPS
■
When cutting long grass, reduce walking
speed to allow for more effective cutting
and a proper discharge of the clippings.
■
Do not cut wet grass; it will stick to the
underside of the deck and prevent proper
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