Mowing Tips; Slope Operation; Emptying The Grass Catcher - Ryobi RY40LM03 Manual Del Operador

NOTE: The self-propelled feature can be used without
engaging the blade to power the mower from one location
to another. You must move the handle lock to the unlocked
position, squeeze and hold the start levers inside the up-
per handle, and then push the upper handle forward. If
the mower is powered and the blade is already engaged,
completely release the start levers and then squeeze and
hold the start levers again.

MOWING TIPS

WARNING:
Do not mow on wet grass, which can cause you to slip
and fall and result in possible serious personal injury.
NOTE: Fully charge battery before each use for optimal
runtime.
 Make sure the lawn is clear of stones, tree nuts, sticks,
wires, and other objects that could damage the lawn mower
blades or motor. Do not mow over property stakes or other
metal posts. Such objects could damage the blade or be
accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and
cause serious personal injury to the operator and others.
 For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or less of the
total length of the grass.
 When cutting heavy 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 mulching of grass
clippings.
 New or thick grass may require a narrower cut or a higher
cutting height.
 Clean the underside of the mower deck after each use
to remove grass clippings, leaves, dirt, and any other
accumulated debris.
NOTE: Always stop mower, allow blades to completely
stop, remove the start key and remove the battery pack
from the battery port before cleaning underneath the
mower.
OPERATION

SLOPE OPERATION

See Figure 14.
WARNING:
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents
that can result in severe injury. Operation on slopes re-
quires 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, not up and down. Exercise
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
NOTE: The mower has an overtilt sensor that will stop
the motor if the unit is operated on inclines greater than
45º for more than four seconds.
 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,
etc., which could be tripped over or thrown by the blade.
 Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause
serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing your bal-
ance, release the upper blade control lever immediately.
 Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments;
you could lose your footing or balance.

EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER

See Figure 15.
 Stop the mower and allow the blades to completely stop.
 Open the battery cover.
 Remove the start key and battery pack from the battery
port.
 Lift the grass catcher by its handle to remove from mower.
 Empty grass clippings.
 Reinstall the grass catcher as described earlier in this
manual.
 Reinstall the start key and battery pack when you are
ready to mow.
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