Ryobi RLM4614SME, Original Instructions Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible cause Solution
Handle not in correct
position. Handle positioned incorrectly. Check to be sure that lower part of handle is pushed
fully back and snapped into proper position.
Handle knobs not tightened. Tighten handle knobs.
Mower not starting. No spark. Use spark tester to check for proper spark plug
operation.
No petrol. Check the fuel vavle set to open.
Fill mower with petrol. If mower still does not start,
contact a servicing dealer.
Engine is fl ooded. Wait 15 minutes, then try starting mower again. Do
not prime before attempting to start.
Starter rope pulls harder now than
when new. Contact a servicing dealer.
Mower hard to push. High grass, rear of mower housing
and blade dragging in heavy
grass, or cutting height too low. Raise cutting height.
Wheel assembly needs cleaning. Clean wheel assembly.
Mower vibrating at higher
speed. Blade is unbalanced. Replace blade.
Bent motor shaft. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire
from the spark plug, and inspect for damage. Have
repaired by an authorized service center before
restarting.
Mower not mulching
properly Wet grass clippings sticking to the
underside of the deck. Wait until the grass dries before mowing.
Mower not bagging properly Cutting height set too low. Raise cutting height.