Ryobi RLM4114 Original Instructions Manual page 4

the product and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
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Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the
operator, be alert and turn the product off if a child
enters the area.
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Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects including overhanging
shrubs, which may block your view.
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Keep work area clean. Cluttered or dark areas invite
accidents.
LAWN MOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
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Before use, always visually inspect to ensure blades,
blade bolts, and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged.
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Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to
preserve balance.
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Never operate the mower if the operator presence
control, when released, does not stop the engine.
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Do not operate the product without the entire grass
catcher or the guard of the self-closing discharge
opening in place.
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The blade on the product is sharp. Use extreme caution
and wear heavy-duty gloves when fitting, replacing,
cleaning or checking bolt security.
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Bring the product to an authorised service centre to
replace damaged or unreadable labels.
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Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to be sure that the product is in safe
working condition.
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Check the grass catcher frequently for wear, holes,
or deterioration. This can cause objects to be thrown
towards the operator.
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Replace worn or damaged parts before operating the
product.
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Switch on the engine carefully with the user behind the
handlebars in the operator safety zone. Never start the
product if:
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all four wheels are not on the ground
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the grass discharge chute is exposed and is not
protected by the grass box and grass discharge
chute cover
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hands and feet of all persons are not clear of the
cutting enclosure
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Do not force the product. It will do the job better and
safer at the speed for which it was designed.
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Do not overload the product. Mowing long, thick grass
may cause the engine speed to drop or the power to cut
out. When mowing in long thick grass, set a high cutting
height on your first cut to help reduce the load.
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Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
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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
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tripping or pulling the product over your feet.
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Stop the engine 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.
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Never use the product with defective guards or shields,
or without safety devices, such as deflectors and/ or
grass catchers, in place.
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Do not tilt the product when starting the engine or while
the engine is running. This exposes the blade and
increases the probability of objects being thrown.
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Start the engine 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.
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Never pick up or carry the product while it is running.
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When not in use, store the product in a well-ventilated,
dry, or locked-up place that is out of the reach of
children.
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Follow the manufacturer's instructions for proper
operation and installation of accessories. Only use
accessories approved by the manufacturer.
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Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or over-
speed the engine.
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Stop the engine, wait until the blade comes to a
complete stop, allow the product to cool down, and
disconnect the spark plug wire:
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whenever you leave the product unattended
(including disposal of grass clippings).
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before cleaning a blockage or unclogging discharge
chute
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before checking, cleaning or working on the product
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after striking a foreign object; inspect the product
for damage and make repairs as necessary before
restarting and operating the product
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before removing the grass box or opening the grass
discharge chute cover
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before refuelling
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If the product starts to vibrate abnormally, check
immediately to:
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inspect for damage, particularly the blades
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replace or repair any damaged parts
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check for and tighten any loose parts
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If the product strikes a foreign object, follow these
steps:
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Stop the product and disconnect the spark plug
wire.
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Thoroughly inspect the mower and grass catcher
for any damage.
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Repair any damage before restarting and continuing
to operate the mower
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