Overload Protection Device; Residual Risk - Ryobi RLM13E33H Original Instructions Manual

Electric lawn mower
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and grass discharge chute cover.
hands and feet of all persons are not
clear of the cutting enclosure.
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.
Do not pull back the product unless
absolutely 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 motor 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 guards
or shields, or without safety devices, for
example, deflectors and/ or grass boxes,
in place.
Do not tilt the product when switching on
the motor or while the motor is running.
This exposes the blade and increases the
probability of objects being thrown.
Switch on the motor carefully according to
instructions and keep hands and feet away
from cutting area. Do not put hands or feet
near or under rotating parts Keep clear of
the discharge opening at all times. Do not
start the product when standing in front of
the discharge opening.
Never pick up or carry the product while it
is running.
Stop the mower motor and disconnect
from the power supply, make sure that all
moving parts have come to a complete
stop for the below cases:
whenever
you
leave
unattended (including disposal of grass
clippings).
before cleaning a blockage or unclogging
discharge chute
before checking, cleaning or working on
the product
after striking a foreign object; inspect the
product for damage and make repairs
as necessary before restarting and
operating the product.
before removing the grass box or
opening the grass discharge chute
cover.
If the product starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately)
Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, property
stakes, or other hidden objects. Uneven
terrain could cause a slip and fall accident.

OVERLOAD PROTECTION DEVICE

The product has an overload protection
device. When overloading is detected, the
product will automatically switch off. If the
overload protector is actuated, the motor
must be allowed to cool down for 5 to 10
minutes.
Turn off the power and remove the plug from
the supply. The blades are sharp; wear heavy
duty gloves before touching. Make sure the
blade can rotate freely and is not jammed or
tight.
When the motor is cool, connect the plug to
the power supply, turn the power on. Press
the start button and then the on-off button to
start the product. If the product will still not
start, return it to an authorised service centre
for repair.

RESIDUAL RISK

Even when the product is used as prescribed,
it is still impossible to completely eliminate
certain residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise in use and the operator
should pay special attention to avoid the
following:
injury caused by vibration
Always use the right tool for the job. Use
the
product
designated handles and restrict working
time and exposure.
injury caused by noise
Exposure to noise can cause hearing
injury. Wear ear protection and limit
exposure.
inspect for damage, particularly the
blades
replace or repair any damaged parts
check for and tighten any loose parts
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