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User Manual

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To reduce the risk of injury or damage, 

avoid contact with any hot surface.

The product is a potential source 

of electric shock. Do not expose to 

moisture, rain, or snow. Do not operate 

with wet hands or feet.

When the product is used, it gives 

off carbon monoxide, an odourless, 

colourless, poison gas. Breathing 

carbon monoxide can cause nausea, 

fainting, or death.

Add SAE 10W-30 API-SJ or higher 

weight engine oil in the oil tank.

Fill the fuel tank with unleaded petrol 

(91 or higher).

Set the throttle lever to the “Start/Run” 

position.

x2

Pull the starter grip up to 2 times. Once 

the engine starts, release the starter 

grip slowly so that the rope does not 

snap back.

Mow when the grass catcher is empty

Stop mowing when the grass catcher 

is full.

Fuel and its vapours are explosive and 

can cause severe burns or death.
Fuel and its vapors are extremely 

flammable and explosive. Fire can 

cause severe burns or death.
Use unleaded petrol intended for motor 

vehicle use with an octane rating of 91 

[(R + M)/2] or higher.

Use SAE 10W-30 API-SJ or higher 

weight oil.

Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).

Product meets applicable regulatory

requirements.

100

dB

79 

dB

The guaranteed sound pressure level 

is 79 dB(A).

The guaranteed sound power level is 

100 dB(A).

Stop the product.

DESCRIPTION

1.  Oil cap/Dipstick

2.  Fuel cap

3.  Starter grip

4.  Handle knob

5. 

Air filter cover

6.  Throttle lever

7.  Grass catcher

8.  Height adjustment lever

9.  Spark plug boot

10. Rope guide knob

11. Spark plug

12. Blade lock nut

13. Washer

14. Blade disc

15. Wave washer

16. Blade

17. Blade bolt

18. Flat washer

19. Lock washer

20. Disc bolt

21. Ground side

22. Engine side

23. Loosen

24. Tighten

25. Self-propel bail

26. Mulching plug

27. 

Air filter

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

The product requires assembly.

 

Carefully inspect the product to make sure no breakage 

or damage occurred during shipping.

 

If any parts are damaged or missing, please call your 

Ryobi service centre for assistance.

PACKING LIST

Lawnmower

Rope guide

Grass catcher

Mulching plug

Operator’s manual

Washer

Figure sheet

Nut

Cable guide

 

 WARNING

If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate the 

product until the parts are replaced. Using a product 

with damaged or missing parts could result in serious 

personal injury.

Summary of Contents for RLM46160S

Page 1: ...ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS Petrol Self Propelled Lawn Mower RLM46160S ...

Page 2: ...Important It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling maintaining and operating the product Subject to technical modifications ...

Page 3: ...e product may result in serious personal injury Wear heavy long trousers long sleeves and sturdy anti slip footwear Do not wear short trousers sandals or go barefoot Avoid wearing clothing that is loose fitting or that has hanging cords or ties Always wear safety glasses with side shields Wear hearing protection and safety glasses at all times while operating the product Use a face mask if operati...

Page 4: ...olutely 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 engine 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 area to be mowed Never use the product with defective...

Page 5: ...d handles and restrict working time and exposure Injury caused by noise Exposure to noise can cause hearing injury Wear ear protection and limit exposure Injury from contact with the blades Injury caused by thrown objects RISK REDUCTION It has been reported that vibrations from handheld tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud s Syndrome Symptoms may include tingling numbness and blanchi...

Page 6: ...her Use SAE 10W 30 API SJ or higher weight oil Regulatory Compliance Mark RCM Product meets applicable regulatory requirements 100dB 79 dB The guaranteed sound pressure level is 79 dB A The guaranteed sound power level is 100 dB A Stop the product DESCRIPTION 1 Oil cap Dipstick 2 Fuel cap 3 Starter grip 4 Handle knob 5 Air filter cover 6 Throttle lever 7 Grass catcher 8 Height adjustment lever 9 S...

Page 7: ...ace Ensure that the mulching plug is firmly seated inside the rear of the deck Lower the rear discharge door REMOVING THE MULCHING PLUG Lift and hold up the rear discharge door Grasp the mulching plug by its handle lift up then pull it out slowly INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER See figure 4 Lift the rear discharge door Lift the grass catcher by its handle and place under the rear door so that the hoo...

Page 8: ...Remove the oil cap dipstick again and check oil level Add oil as needed STARTING STOPPING THE MOWER See figure 5 WARNING Never start or run the engine inside a closed or poorly ventilated area breathing exhaust fumes can kill Pre checks Check and ensure that the oil level is sufficient by inspecting the oil level with the dipstick seated Check and ensure that the petrol tank has sufficient regular...

Page 9: ...our footing A slip and fall accident can cause serious personal injury Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments you could lose your footing or balance EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER See figure 10 Stop the mower and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop Lift the rear discharge door Grasp grass catcher by its handle and lift to remove from mower Empty grass clippings Lift the rear discha...

Page 10: ...product on its side carburettor air filter side facing up NOTE Make sure the carburettor is facing up Wedge a block of wood between the blade disc and mower deck to prevent the blade disc from turning Using a socket not provided loosen the disc bolt by turning the bolt in a counterclockwise direction as viewed from the bottom of the mower Remove the disc bolt lock washer flat washer and blade disc...

Page 11: ...the Adding Checking Oil section NOTE Used oil should be disposed of at an approved disposal site See your local oil retailer for more information SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE See figure 12 The spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits in order to ensure proper engine operation To check Stop the product Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop Allow the product to cool d...

Page 12: ...r tightness Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Have repairs made on any damaged or missing parts Store the product in a well ventilated area that is clean dry and is out of the reach of children Do not store near corrosive materials such as fertilizer or rock salt To lower the handle before storing See figure 17 Loosen the starter rope guide knob Remove starter rope from guide and a...

Page 13: ...higher Oil type SAE 10W 30 API SJ or higher weight oil Oil tank capacity 350 ml 50 ml Net weight 31 kg Grass catcher capacity 55 L Disc bolt blade bolt and blade lock nut torque 35 45 Nm Engine mounting bolt torque 20 25 Nm Vibration Level in accordance with Annex G of EN ISO 5395 1 2013 Right Handle 2 37 m s2 Left Handle 2 04 m s2 Uncertainty of Measurement 1 5 m s2 Declared vibration value 4 0 m...

Page 14: ...Clean fuel tank and filter n Check fuel tube n Check for worn or damaged parts n Check all starting interlock and throttle lever for proper functionality n Check if the blade stop within 6 seconds after setting the throttle lever to the Stop position hard up against the top of the mower handles n These items should only be carried out by an authorised service center NOTE Maintenance should be perf...

Page 15: ...lade is being dragged through heavy grass The cutting height is too low Raise the cutting height T h e m o w e r i s vibrating at a higher speed The blade is unbalanced Replace the blade The motor shaft is bent Stop the product Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop Allow the product to cool down Disconnect the spark plug wire Inspect for damage Have the damage repaired by an...

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