Ryobi RY36LMXP40A, Manual

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Original Instructions
■ Never pick up or carry the product while it
is running.
■ Turn off the product, and remove the isolator
key and the battery pack. Make sure that all
moving parts have come to a complete stop:
● whenever leaving the product unattended
(including disposal of grass clippings)
● before clearing blockages or unclogging
the discharge chute
● before checking, cleaning, or working on
the product
● before removing the grass catcher or
opening the grass discharge chute cover
● after striking a foreign object; inspect the
product for damage and make repairs
as necessary before restarting and
operating the product
● 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
■ The cutting blade should rotate
approximately parallel to the ground over
which it is being wheeled.
■ The blade on the product is sharp. Use
extreme caution, and wear heavy-duty
gloves when fitting, replacing, cleaning, or
checking bolt security.
■ 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.
■ Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, property
stakes, or other hidden objects. Uneven
terrain could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
■ Always ensure that the motor control cable
is never trapped, pinched, or otherwise
damaged during assembly or when folding
the handle.
■ Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by
prolonged use of the product. When using
the product for prolonged periods, ensure to
take regular breaks.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY
WARNINGS
■ To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury,
and product damage due to a short circuit,
never immerse the tool, battery pack, or
charger in fluid or allow fluid to flow inside
them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such
as seawater, certain industrial chemicals,
and bleach or bleach-containing products,
etc., can cause a short circuit.
■ Do not dispose of battery packs together
with household waste material. They must
be collected separately and returned to
an environmentally compatible recycling
facility. Check with your local authority or
retailer for recycling advice and collection
point.
PRODUCT FEATURES
OVERLOAD AND OVERHEAT
PROTECTION
The product has an overload protection device.
When overloading is detected, the product
automatically turns o ff . If the overload protector
is actuated, the on/o ff lever must be released.
Press the start button, and squeeze the on/o ff
lever to restart the product. If the product still
does not start, reinstall the battery pack.
The battery pack has overheat protection.
Excessive temperatures will cause the battery
to stop powering the product. If the battery
pack is too warm, allow it to cool down before
resuming operation. If the product still does not
work, recharge the battery.
NOTE: The battery pack LED indicator will
not work if the battery protection feature has
caused the battery pack to stop powering
the product. Turn o ff the product or remove
the battery pack from the product, and the
battery pack LED indicator will resume normal
function.
TELESCOPIC HANDLE
The product is equipped with a telescopic
handle that can be adjusted for storage and
operation. The telescopic handle must be
extended to position 1 or 2 when setting up
the product for use. Make sure the handle is
secured by the handle lock lever and quick-
release fastener. Make sure that the handle is
locked during vertical storage.