Operation - Ryobi RLM53190SV Original Instructions Manual

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 deflector with the hinge rod on
the underside of the door.
3. Lower the deflector until the hooks are secured on the
mulch door hinge rod.
4. Release the deflector and side discharge door.

OPERATION

FUEL AND REFUELLING
Always handle petrol with care; it is highly flammable.
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.
Always shut off engine and allow it to cool for 5 minutes
before refuelling. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank
or add petrol to a machine with a running or hot engine.
Move at least 9 m (30 ft) from the refuelling site before
starting the engine. Do not smoke. Failure to heed this
warning could result in serious personal injury.
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WARNING
WARNING
Do not overfill. Fill the fuel tank to 25 mm below the top
of the fuel neck. After fueling, never tilt the mower more
than 25 degrees for this could result in fuel leakage and
risk of fire, etc.
1. Clean surface around the fuel cap to prevent
contamination.
2. Slowly loosen the fuel cap to release pressure and to
keep fuel from escaping around the cap. Rest the cap
on a clean surface.
3. Carefully pour petrol into the tank. Avoid spillage.
4. Clean and inspect the gasket. Replace and secure all
fuel and container caps.
5. Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m away from the
refuelling site before starting the engine.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during and after rst use.
ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE OIL
See figure 5.
Engine oil has a major in uence on engine performance
and service life. For general, all-temperature use, SAE
10W-30 is recommended. Always use a 4-cycle motor oil
that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service
classi cation SJ.
NOTE: Non-detergent or 2-cycle engine oils will damage
the engine and should not be used.
To add engine oil:
1. Be sure the mower is level and the area around the oil
cap/dipstick is clean.
2. Remove the cap and the seal from the oil bottle.
3. Open the oil cap/dipstick
counterclockwise. Remove the oil cap/dipstick.
4. Slowly add oil. Fill to the "Full" line on the dipstick. Do
not overfill.
NOTE: When checking the oil level, seat the dipstick in the
oil ll hole but do not screw in.
5. Reinstall and secure the oil cap/dipstick by turning it 90°
clockwise.
To check engine oil:
Be sure mower is level and area around oil cap/dipstick
is clean.
Remove the oil cap/dipstick. Wipe clean and reseat in
the oil ll hole but do not screw in.
Remove the oil cap/dipstick again and check the oil
level. Add oil as needed.
STARTING OR STOPPING THE MOWER
See figure 5.
English
WARNING
by turning it 90°