Ryobi RM480e Original Instructions Manual page 42

TROUBLESHOOTING
If these solutions do not solve the problem, have the product serviced by an authorised service centre only.
Problem
The side discharge chute or opening
is plugged.
The grass is wet.
Poor grass
discharge.
The mowing speed is too fast.
The grass is too high.
The cutting height set too low.
The motor stops
while cutting.
The battery charge is low.
The battery charge is low.
The blade engage knob is down.
The blades do not
rotate.
The operator is not fully seated.
Build-up of debris under mower.
The reverse mode option is off.
The blades do not
rotate while moving
in reverse. The blade engage knob is down.
The product won't The battery charge is low.
reach full speed.
The blades continue The safety interlock system is not
to turn after the functioning correctly.
operator leaves the
seat without setting
the parking brake.
The headlights are off.
The headlights are
not working.
The headlights are damaged.
Bad battery cells.
The battery will not
charge.
Poor cable connections.
Possible cause Solution
Clean side discharge chute and/or opening.
Allow grass to dry before mowing.
Mow at a slower speed.
Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at
the desired height.
Raise the cutting height.
Charge the battery.
Charge the battery.
Raise blade engage knob.
Sit down fully on the seat.
Clean underside of mower housing.
Press the reverse mode button to activate.
Raise blade engage knob.
Charge the battery.
Ensure safety interlock system seat plug is fully connected.
If blades still won't stop, have the product serviced by an
authorised service centre only..
Press headlight button to turn headlights on.
Replace headlights.
Replace the battery.
Check/clean all battery connections.