Ryobi R36XLMWP6 Manual page 4

■ Turn on the product carefully according to
instructions, and keep hands and feet away
from the blades. Do not put hands or feet
near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of
the discharge opening at all times.
■ 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
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
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Original Instructions
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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.
PRODUCT FEATURES
OVERLOAD AND OVERHEAT
PROTECTION
The product has an overload protection
device. When overloading is detected, the
product automatically turns off. If the overload
protector is actuated, the on/off bail must be
released. Squeeze the on/off bail, and press
the start button to restart the product. If the
product still does not start, reinstall the battery
pack.
should rotate
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 off the product or remove
the battery pack from the product, and the
battery pack LED indicator will resume normal
function.
GENERAL MOWING TIPS
The run time of the battery depends on the
condition, length, and density of the grass.
Adjust the cutting height of the lawnmower to
suit the current condition of the lawn.
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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.
For best performance, always cut off one-
third or less of the total height of the grass.