Product Features; General Mowing Tips; Transportation And Storage - Ryobi R18XLMW40 Manual

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Hands and feet of all persons are not clear of the
cutting enclosure.
Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, property stakes, or
other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip-
and-fall accident.
Turn off the product, remove the isolator key and the
battery pack, and allow the blade to stop if the product
has to be tilted for transportation, when crossing
surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the
product to and from the work area.
Do not tilt the product when turning on the motor or
while the motor is running. If absolutely necessary, raise
the front of the lawnmower by no more than 5 cm to
enable easy starting. Press down on the handlebar to
achieve this. Always return the lawnmower to its normal
position with all wheels on the ground before cutting.
Tilting the lawnmower exposes the blade and increases
the probability of objects being thrown and accidentally
making contact with the blade.
Turn off the product, and remove the isolator key and the
battery pack. Make sure that all moving parts have come
to a complete stop:
whenever leaving the product unattended (including
disposal of grass clippings)
before clearing blockages or unclogging the
discharge chute
before checking, cleaning, or working on the product
before removing the grass catcher or opening the
grass discharge chute cover
after striking a foreign object; inspect the product
for damage and make repairs as necessary before
restarting and operating the product
if the product starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately)
Always ensure that the motor control cable is never
trapped, pinched, or otherwise damaged during
assembly or when folding the handle. Never apply power
to the product if this cable is damaged. Have the product
serviced by an authorised service centre only.
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged use
of the product. When using the product for prolonged
periods, ensure to take regular breaks.
Operate the product only in temperatures between 0°C
and 40°C.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse the tool,
battery pack, or charger in fluid or allow fluid to flow
inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as
seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or
bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short
circuit.
Charge the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 10°C and 38°C.
Store the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0°C and 20°C.
Use the battery pack in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.
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Original Instructions

PRODUCT FEATURES

OVERLOAD AND OVERHEAT PROTECTION
The product has an overload protection device. When
overloading is detected, the product automatically turns off.
If the overload protector is actuated, the on/off bail must be
released. Press the start button, and squeeze the on/off
bail to restart the product. If the product still does not start,
reinstall the battery pack.
The battery pack has overheat protection. Excessive
temperatures will cause the battery to stop powering the
product. If the battery pack is too warm, allow it to cool down
before resuming operation. If the product still does not work,
recharge the battery.
NOTE: The battery pack LED indicator will not work if the
battery protection feature has caused the battery pack to
stop powering the product. Turn off the product or remove
the battery pack from the product, and the battery pack LED
indicator will resume normal function.
SELF-PROPEL FEATURE
The self-propel feature allows the product to automatically
move forward. The self-propel feature starts with a slight
delay of about 2 seconds after pulling the lever. When using
the self-propel feature, ensure that the speed adjustment
slider is set at a speed that the user is comfortable with
when walking behind the product. The user may lose control
of the product if the speed adjustment slider is set at a speed
that is too fast for the user's walking pace. Release the self-
propel lever and on/off bail if the speed is too fast, and adjust
the speed adjustment slider as needed. Failure to follow
these instructions can result in serious personal injury.

GENERAL MOWING TIPS

The run time of the battery depends on the condition, length,
and density of the grass.
Adjust the cutting height of the lawnmower to suit the current
condition of the lawn.
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.
A higher cutting height extends the run time of the
battery pack.

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

Turn off the product, and remove the isolator key and
the battery pack. Make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop. Allow the product to cool down
before storing or transporting.
Remove all foreign materials from the product. Store the
product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is
inaccessible to children. Keep the product away from
corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals and de-
icing salts. Do not store the product outdoors.
Store the product in a location where the ambient
temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.
Use extreme caution when lifting or tilting the product for
maintenance, cleaning, storage, or transportation. The
blade is sharp; keep all body parts away from the blade
while it is exposed.

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