Ryobi RLM53190SV Original Instructions Manual page 7

DESCRIPTION
See figure 1.
1. Side discharge deflector
2. Primer bulb
3. Fuel cap
4. Starter grip
5. Oil cap/dipstick
6. Height adjustment lever
7. Quick-release fastener
8. Power lever
9. Handle
10. Self-propel bail
11. Rope guide nut
12. Rear discharge door
13. Grass catcher
14. Fuel valve
15. Locking pin
16. Air filter
17. Mulching plug
18. Pins
19. Side discharge door
20. Hooks of side discharge deflector
21. Side discharge door opening
22. Spark plug boot
23. Variable throttle lever
24. Variable transmission lever
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.
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.
Do not attempt to modify the product or create
accessories not recommended for use with the product.
Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could
result in a hazardous condition leading to possible
serious personal injury.
The product safety systems or features shall not be
tampered with or disabled.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Never attach or adjust any accessory while the product
is running. Failure to stop the engine may cause
serious personal injury.
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark
plug wire from the spark plug when assembling parts.
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 OF THE HANDLE
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.
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