Ryobi RLM4614SME Traduction Des Instructions Originales page 8

Stopping the engine
Release the power lever and allow the engine to come
to a complete stop.
PROPELLING THE PRODUCT
To self-propel: Hold down the power lever while pulling
the self propel ball towards the handle. Release the self
propel ball to stop the wheel drive.
To manually propel: Hold down the power lever. Do not
engage the self propel ball.
SETTING BLADE HEIGHT
When shipped, the wheels on the mower are set to a low-
adjust the cutting position to the height best suited for your
lawn. The average lawn should be between 38 mm to 50
mm during cool months and between 50 mm and 76 mm
during hot months.
To raise the blade height, grasp the height adjustment
lever and move it toward the back of the mower.
To lower the blade height, grasp the height adjustment
lever and move it toward the front of the mower.
SETTING HANDLE HEIGHT
The height of the handle can be easily adjusted for operator
preference.
Remove the handle knob.
Slide out the handle bolt and adjust the height to the
other opening.
Reinstall the handle bolt and knob. Tighten the knob
securely.
Repeat on the other side of the handle.
MOWING TIPS
Make sure the lawn mower mowing area is clear of
stones, sticks, wires, and other objects that could
damage the lawn mower blades or engine. Such
objects could be accidentally thrown by 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 mulching of grass
clippings.
New or thick grass may require a higher cutting height
and a narrower cutting path.
Clean the underside of the mower deck after each use
to remove grass clippings, leaves, dirt, and any other
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accumulated debris. Refer to "Cleaning the underside
of the mower deck" section.
SLOPE OPERATION TIPS
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. The manufacturer
recommends not to use the drive wheels when mowing
on slopes.
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,
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
balance, release the power lever immediately.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments;
you could lose your footing or balance.
EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER
1. Stop the mower and wait for the blade to come to a
complete stop.
Lift the rear discharge door.
3. Grasp grass catcher by its handle and lift to remove
from mower.
4. Empty grass clippings.
5. Lift the rear discharge door and reinstall the grass
catcher.
WARNING
Use extreme caution when lifting or tilting the machine
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 form
the blade whilst it is exposed.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
After releasing the power lever, regularly check if the
blade stops in 3 seconds.
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