Troubleshooting - Ryobi RYPM8001 Operator's Manual

IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER.
PROBLEM
Handle not in position.
Mower not starting.
Mower cutting grass unevenly.
Mower not mulching properly.
Mower hard to push.
Mower not bagging properly.
Mower vibrating at higher speed.
Motor stops while cutting.
This product has a Five-year Limited Warranty for personal,
family, or household use (90 days for business or commercial use).
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TROUBLESHOOTING

POSSIBLE CAUSE
Handle adjustment pins are not in place. Pull up handle adjustment lever, release,
Battery is low in charge.
Quick connect plug not conneted to
the battery.
Start key not installed.
Handle assembly is not in operating
position.
Battery not connected.
Lawn is rough or cutting height not set
properly.
Wet grass clippings sticking to the un-
derside of the deck.
High grass, rear of mower housing and
blade dragging in heavy grass, or cutting
height too low.
Cutting height set too low.
Grass blocking rear chute of mower.
Blade is unbalanced, excessively or
unevenly worn.
Bent motor shaft.
Cutting height set too low.
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SOLUTION
and make sure handle adjustment pins
lock into place.
Charge the battery.
Connect the battery's quick connect
plug.
Install start key.
Raise handle to operating posistion.
Adjust the cutting height.
Wait until the grass dries before mowing.
Raise cutting height.
Raise cutting height.
Stop the motor, remove start key, and
disconnect the battery pack's quick
connect plug. Remove grass catcher
bag and remove the blockage.
Replace the blade.
Stop the motor, remove start key, and
battery. Inspect for damage. Have re-
paired by an authorized service center
before restarting.
Raise the cutting height.