Ryobi RLM46173 Original Instructions Manual Download Page 7

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WARNING

The product safety systems or features shall not be
tampered with or disabled.

WARNING

Never attach or adjust any accessory while the product
is running. Failure to stop the engine may cause
serious personal injury.

WARNING

To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark
plug wire from the spark plug when assembling parts.

WARNING

Never operate the mower without the proper safety
devices in place and working. Never operate the mower
with damaged safety devices. Operation of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.

INSTALLATION

See figure 2.

1. Place handles in correct operating position. Ensure the

locking pin on the lower handle is inserted in the hole
of the bracket.

2. Place the quick-release fasteners and tighten the quick-

release knobs to secure.

NOTE:

Do not pinch the cable.

3. Place starter rope in guide on handle.
4. Install grass catcher or mulching plug.

INSTALLING THE MULCHING PLUG (FOR MULCHING
OPERATION)

See figure 3.

NOTE:

When using the mulching plug, do not install the

grass catcher.
1. Lift and hold up the rear discharge door.
2. Grasp the mulching plug by its handle and insert it at a

slight angle, as shown.

3. Push the mulching plug securely into place.
4. Lower the rear discharge door.

ASSEMBLING THE GRASS CATCHER

1. Slide plastic clips over the metal frame.
2. Snap the rest of the grass catcher parts into place.

INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER (FOR REAR BAG-
GING OPERATION)

See figure 4.

NOTE:

When using the grass catcher, do not install either

the side discharge de

ector or the mulching plug. Also,

ensure side discharge door is closed securely.
1. Lift the rear discharge door.
2. Lift the grass catcher by its handle and place under the

rear door, so that the hooks on the grass catcher frame
are seated on the hinge rod of the rear door.

3. Release the rear door. When installed correctly, the

hooks on the grass catcher will rest securely on the
hinge rod of the rear door.

4. Ensure the rear door is fully engaged on the grass

catcher. Make sure that there is no gap between the
rear door and the grass catcher.

INSTALLING SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR (FOR
SIDE DISCHARGE OPERATION)

See figure 9.

NOTE:

When using the side discharge de

ector, do not

install the grass catcher. The mulching plug should remain
installed.
1. Lift the side discharge door.
2. Align the hooks on the de

ector with the hinge rod on

the underside of the door.

3. Lower the de

ector until the hooks are secured on the

mulch door hinge rod.

4. Release the de

ector and side discharge door.

OPERATION

FUEL AND REFUELLING

WARNING

Always handle petrol with care; it is highly

ammable.

■

Use fresh fuel.

■

Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.

■

Always refuel outdoors where there are no sparks and
flames. Do not inhale fuel vapour. Do not smoke. Stay
away from open

ames and sparks when

lling fuel tank

or when handling fuel.

■

Do not let petrol or oil come in contact with your skin.

■

Keep petrol and oil away from the eyes. If petrol or oil
comes in contact with the eyes, wash them immediately
with clean water. If irritation is still present, see a doctor
immediately.

■

Immediately clean up spilled petrol.

FILLING THE TANK

See figure 5.