Slope Operation; Emptying The Grass Catcher; General Maintenance - Ryobi RLM46160PB Original Instructions Manual

the mower in any direction and cause serious personal
injury to the operator and others.
■ For best performance, always cut off one-third or less of
the total height of the grass.
■ When cutting long grass, reduce walking speed to allow
for more effective cutting and a proper discharge of the
clippings.
■ Do not cut wet grass. It will stick to the underside of the
deck and prevent proper bagging or discharge of the
grass clippings.
■ New or thick grass may require a narrower cut path.
■ When the fuel tank is empty and before refuelling, tip
the mower on the left hand side with the fuel cap at the
highest position. This will prevent fuel spillage. Remove
the spark plug lead to prevent accidental starting. The
blade is sharp, avoid contact with it.
■ Check the blade and underside of deck for any damage
or build up of debris. Clean if necessary. Check the
blade bolt and ensure that it is installed securely.

SLOPE OPERATION

See figure 10.
■ Slopes are a major factor related to slip-and-fall
accidents that can result in severe injury. Operation on
slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a
slope, do not mow it. For your safety, do not attempt to
mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
■ Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
■ Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps
which can cause you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide
obstacles. Remove all objects such as rocks, tree limbs,
which could be tripped over or thrown by the blade.
■ Always be sure of your footing. A slip-and-fall accident
can cause serious personal injury.
■ Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments;
you could lose your footing or balance.

EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER

See figure 11.
■ Stop the mower and wait for the blade to come to a
complete stop.
■ Lift the rear discharge door.
■ Grasp grass catcher by its handle and lift to remove
from mower.
■ Empty grass clippings.
■ Lift the rear discharge door and reinstall the grass
catcher.
WARNING
Use caution when lifting or tilting the product for
maintenance, cleaning, storage, or transportation. The
blade is sharp, even though the engine is shut off, the
blades can still be moved. Keep all body parts away from
the blade while it is exposed.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
If the product is not maintained correctly, the life span of
the product may be reduced, and built-in safety features
may not function correctly, thus increasing the potential
for serious injury. Keep the product in good working
condition.
WARNING
Before performing any maintenance, stop the product,
allow the blade to come to a complete stop, and
disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING
When servicing, use only original manufacturer's
replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a
hazard or cause product damage.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

You may make adjustments and repairs described in this
manual. For other repairs, contact an authorised service
centre.
■ Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types
of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their
use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, or grease.
■ Periodically check all nuts and bolts for proper tightness
to ensure safe operation of the product.
■ Remove any buildup of grass and leaves on or around
the engine and engine cover. Occasionally wipe the
mower clean with a dry cloth. Do not use water.
■ Frequently check the grass catcher for wear or
deterioration.
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