Know Your Lawn Mower; Battery Level Indicator/Hour Meter; Blade Engage Knob; Charger - Ryobi RM480ex Series Operator's Manual

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the
information on the product and in this operator's manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
ACCELERATOR PEDAL
The accelerator pedal controls the speed of the mower.

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR/HOUR METER

The battery level indicator shows the amount of battery
charge remaining. The hour meter tracks the total number
of hours the mower has been used (key in on position) for
maintenance purposes.

BLADE ENGAGE KNOB

Pull the blade engage knob up to activate the mower's cut-
ting blades. Push the knob down to stop the cutting blades.
NOTE: For cutting in reverse, the reverse mode button must
also be activated.
BRAKE PEDAL
The brake pedal is used for slowing down and stopping the
mower.

CHARGER

The mower's charger has a key hole hanging feature for
convenient, space saving storage. When hanging by the
keyhole slots, use at least one additional screw in the hole
in the mounting flange to secure in place. Always mount
in such a way that the charger's LED status light is visible
while charging.
CRUISE CONTROL BUTTON
The cruise control button allows you to continue forward at
a set speed without needing to press the accelerator pedal.
DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
The deck height adjustment lever is used to raise or lower
the cutting deck.
DIRECTION CONTROL SWITCH
The direction of movement of the mower is controlled us-
ing the direction control switch. Available settings are for-
ward (F), neutral (N) and reverse (R).
HEADLIGHT BUTTON
Turn the headlights on and off using the headlight button.
MEDIA HOLDER
The media holder offers a convenient place to store your
cell phone or MP3 player when charging with the USB port.
FEATURES
MULCH COVER
Your mower is equipped with a mulch cover that covers the
side discharge opening, which allows the mower blade to
cut and recut for finer clippings.
PARKING BRAKE
Use the parking brake to lock the mower in the braked
position.
POWER SWITCH WITH START KEY
The power switch is used to turn the mower on and off. The
start key must be inserted before the switch can be oper-
ated. When the key is in the accessory position, the power
switch is also used to power optional manufacturer-approved
mower accessories.
REVERSE MODE BUTTON
Press the reverse mode button to allow the mower to cut
when maneuvering in the reverse direction. The blades will
disengage if mower is operated in reverse without pressing
the reverse mode button.
NOTE: The blade engage knob must also be pulled up for
mowing to occur when maneuvering in reverse.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
Use the seat adjustment lever to move the seat to the desired
position.
USB PORT
The USB charging port provides charging power of 5 Volts
DC at up to 2 amps for your cell phone, MP3 player, or other
USB devices. Consult the owner's manual for your device
for specific charging requirements.
Connect one end of a USB cable (not provided) to your
device and the other end to the USB charging port on the
mower, to begin charging your device.
NOTICE:
Attempting to charge devices rated more than 2 amps
could damage the USB charging port and/or the mower.
NOTE: The USB port is only powered when the start key is
in the ON position.
WARNING:
Never use headphones or any electronic device, such
as a smart phone or tablet, while operating the mower.
Distracted operation can result in an accident that could
result in death or serious personal injury to the operator
or a bystander.
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