Operation - Ryobi RLM46190YB Original Instructions Manual

OPERATION

FUEL AND REFUELLING
WARNING
Always handle petrol with care; it is highly flammable.
■ Use fresh fuel.
■ Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose. In general, plastic containers are unsuitable.
■ Always refuel outdoors where there are no sparks and
flames. Do not inhale fuel vapour. Do not smoke. Stay
away from open flames and sparks when filling fuel tank
or when handling fuel.
■ Do not let petrol or oil come in contact with your skin.
■ Keep petrol and oil away from the eyes. If petrol or oil
comes in contact with the eyes, wash them immediately
with clean water. If irritation is still present, see a
physician immediately.
■ Immediately clean up spilled petrol.
FILLING THE TANK
See Fig. 6.
WARNING
Always shut off the engine and allow it to cool down for
5 minutes before refuelling. Never remove the cap of
the fuel tank, or add petrol to the product with a running
or hot engine. Move at least 9 m (30 ft) from refuelling
site before starting the engine. Do not smoke. Failure to
heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING
Do not overfill. Fill the fuel tank to 25 mm below the top
of the fuel neck. After fueling, never tilt the mower more
than 25 degrees as this could result in fuel leakage and
risk of fire.
NOTE: Always use unleaded petrol (91 or higher).
1. Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent
contamination.
2. Loosen the fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to
keep fuel from escaping around the cap. Rest the cap
on a clean surface.
3. Carefully pour petrol into the tank. Avoid spillage.
4. Clean and inspect the gasket, then replace all fuel and
container caps securely. (See "Fuel cap" section on
page 9)
■ Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m away from
refuelling site before starting the engine.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during and after first use.
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ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE OIL
See Fig. 6.
Engine oil has a major influence on engine performance
and service life. For general, all-temperature use, SAE
10W-30 is recommended. Always use a 4-cycle motor oil
that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service
classification SJ.
NOTE: Non-detergent or 2-cycle engine oils damage the
engine and should not be used.
To add engine oil:
1. Ensure that the mower is level and the area around the
oil cap/dipstick is clean.
2. Remove the cap and seal from oil bottle.
3. Remove the oil cap/dipstick.
4. Slowly add oil. Fill to the "MAX" line on dipstick. Do not
overfill.
NOTE: When checking the oil level, seat the dipstick in
the oil fill hole but do not screw in.
5. Reinstall and secure the oil cap/dipstick.
To check engine oil:
1. Ensure that the mower is level and the area around the
oil cap/dipstick is clean.
2. Remove the oil cap/dipstick. Wipe clean, and reseat in
oil fill hole but do not screw in.
3. Remove the oil cap/dipstick again, and check the oil
level. Add oil as needed.
STARTING/STOPPING THE MOWER
See Fig. 6.
WARNING
Never start or run the engine inside a closed or poorly-
ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
Exhaust fumes can build up inside a poorly-ventilated
area.
Pre-checks
1. Check and ensure that the oil level is sufficient by
inspecting the oil level with the dipstick seated. Check
and ensure that the petrol tank has sufficient regular
unleaded fuel.
2. Turn the fuel tap to the "Open" position.
Starting the engine
1. Set the throttle lever to the start/run position (down
against the handle).
2. Firmly push and slowly release the primer bulb 3 times.
NOTE: When pushing and releasing the primer bulb,
ensure that your finger covers and seals the centre hole
(in the bulb), and that you release the bulb at a slow
pace. This creates a partial vacuum, drawing petrol into
the primer from the carburettor. Pushing the primer bulb
forces fuel into the inlet manifold to enrich the mixture.
NOTE: Priming the engine may not be necessary when
restarting a warm engine.
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