Features - Ryobi RY401012 Operator's Manual

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Motor ...................................................................................................................................................................... 40 Volt DC
Deck Size ....................................................................................................................................................................... 20 in.
Height Adjustments ........................................................................................................................................1-1/2 in. to 4 in.
Wheel Size ..............................................................................................................................................8 in. front, 10 in. rear
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 op-
erating features and safety rules.
BATTERY COVER
The battery cover protects the battery port from moisture
and debris.
BATTERY STORAGE COMPARTMENT
The battery storage compartment offers a convenient place
for storing your battery or to store an extra battery pack.
CRUISE CONTROL
The cruise control button allows you to set the speed of the
mower to accommodate your pace when the self-propelled
feature is engaged.
GRASS CATCHER
The grass catcher collects grass clippings and prevents
them from being discharged across your lawn as you mow.
NOTE: Mower will not start without the grass catcher or
mulch plug attached.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
The height adjustment lever provides cutting height
adjustments.

FEATURES

LED HEADLIGHTS
LED headlights are located on the front of the unit to illumi-
nate your path in low light conditions. The lights will operate
continuously whenever the motor is running.
NOTE: If the start button is pressed and released, the head-
lights will illuminate for 60 seconds.
MULCHING PLUG
When installed, the mulching plug covers the rear discharge
opening and allows the mower blade to cut and recut for
finer clippings.
NOTE: Mower will not start without the grass catcher or
mulch plug attached.
SELF-PROPELLED FEATURE
Pulling the levers upward to meet the handle turns on the
self-propelled feature of your mower.
START BUTTON AND BAIL
The start button and bail are located on the upper handle
of the mower. Depress the start button then engage the
bail to start the motor and blades. Release the bail to stop
the motor.
NOTE: The motor and blades will also start if the bail is
engaged first and the start button is pressed afterwards.
START KEY
The start key must be inserted before the mower can be
started.
TILT SENSOR
The tilt sensor prevents the unit from starting if it is in a verti-
cal position or tilted at an angle greater than 45º.
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