Ryobi RLM4617SM Manuel D'utilisation page 21

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NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during fi rst use.
ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE OIL (Fig. 3)
Engine oil has a major infl uence 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
classifi cation SJ.
NOTE: Non-detergent or 2-cycle engine oils will damage
the engine and should not be used.
To add engine oil:
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Be sure mower is level and area around oil cap/dipstick
is clean.
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Remove the cap and seal from oil bottle.
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Unscrew the oil cap/dipstick and remove.
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Slowly add oil. Fill to the "Full" line on dipstick. Do not
overfi ll.
NOTE: When checking the oil level, seat the dipstick in the
oil fi ll hole but do not screw in.
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Reinstall the oil cap/dipstick and secure.
To check engine oil:
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Be sure mower is level and area round oil cap/dipstick
is clean.
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Remove the oil cap/dipstick. Wipe clean and reseat in
oil fi ll hole but do not screw in.
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Remove the oil cap/dipstick again and check oil level.
Add oil as needed.
STARTING/STOPPING THE MOWER (Fig. 3)
WARNING
Never start or run the engine inside a closed or poorly
ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
STARTING THE ENGINE
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Firmly push the primer bulb 3 times.
NOTE: This step is not usually necessary when starting
an engine that has already run for a few minutes.
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Hold the power lever bar down against the handle.
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Pull the starter cord until the engine runs. Release the
starter cord slowly so the rope does not snap back.
NOTE: It may be necessary to repeat priming steps in
cooler weather. In warmer weather, overpriming may cause
fl ooding and engine will not start. If you do fl ood the engine,
wait a few minutes before attempting to start and DO NOT
repeat priming steps.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
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Release the power lever and allow the engine to come
to a stop.
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SETTING BLADE HEIGHT (Fig. 4a)
When shipped, the wheels on the mower are set to a low-
cutting position. Before using the mower for the fi rst time,
adjust the cutting position to the height best suited for your
lawn. The average lawn should be between 3 and 6 cm,
depending on the season.
To set the blade height:
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SETTING HANDLE HEIGHT (Fig. 5)
The height of the handle can be easily adjusted for
operator preference.
To adjust the handle height:
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MOWING TIPS
 Make sure the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wires,
 For best performance, always cut off one-third or less
 When cutting long grass, reduce walking speed to al-
 Do not cut wet grass. It will stick to the underside of
 New or thick grass may require a narrower cut path.
 Clean the underside of the mower deck after each use
SLOPE OPERATION (Fig. 6)
 Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall ac-
 Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down.
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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.
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.
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 seri-
ous personal injury to the operator and others.
of the total height of the grass.
low for more effective cutting and a proper discharge
of the clippings.
the deck and prevent proper bagging or discharge of
the grass clippings.
to remove grass clippings, leaves, dirt, and any other
accumulated debris.
cidents 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.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
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