Ryobi R80XZTR54 Manual page 18

DRIVING THE PRODUCT
1. Pull the seat adjustment bar to unlock
the seat. Adjust the seat to the prefered
position. Push back the seat adjustment
bar to lock the seat.
2. Set the cutting deck to the preferred
cutting height.
WARNING: Before driving the product
to the mowing location or driving over
gravelly surfaces, set the cutting deck to
the maximum height. If the lawn grass
is taller than the cutting deck at the
maximum height, it is recommended to
pre-cut the lawn with a brush cutter first
and then gradually mow the lawn down
in stages until the preferred cutting height
is achieved.
3. Insert the start key, and turn the key to
the ON position. Pull up the blade engage
knob to activate the blades.
4. Step on the brake pedal to disengage the
parking brake. Pull up the joystick.
5. Drive the product using the Intelligent
Drive System joystick.
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