Ryobi RLM4018 Mode D'emploi page 6

MAINTENANCE
■ Use only original manufacturer's replacement
parts, accessories, and attachments. Failure to
do so can cause injury, can contribute to poor
performance, and may void your warranty.
■ Servicing requires
knowledge and should be performed only by a
qualified service technician. Have the product
serviced by an authorised service centre only.
■ Turn off the product and disconnect it from
the power supply. Make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop before
any cleaning or maintenance task.
■ Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
■ Frequently check the grass catcher for wear
or deterioration.
■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to ensure the
product is in safe working condition.
■ Be careful during adjustment of the product
to prevent entrapment of the fingers between
moving blades and fixed parts of the product.
■ When servicing the blades, be aware that
even though the power source is switched
off, the blades can still be moved.
■ You may make adjustments and repairs
described in this manual. For other repairs,
have the product serviced by an authorised
service centre only.
■ After each use, clean the plastic parts with
a soft, dry cloth. Any part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorised service centre.
■ The blade on the product is sharp. Use
extreme caution and wear heavy-duty
gloves when fitting, replacing, cleaning or
checking bolt security.
CLEARING BLOCKAGES
■ Turn off the product and disconnect it from
the power supply.
■ Always wear heavy-duty gloves when checking
or clearing a blockage. The blades are sharp
and the blockage itself could be a sharp object.
■ Remove the grass catcher. Check and carefully
clear the grass catcher for obstructions.
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Original Instructions
extreme care and
■ Check the grass discharge chute, and
carefully clear blockages.
■ Turn the product on its side. Check its
underside of and the area around the blade.
Carefully remove any blockages. Remember
that the blade may move during cleaning.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 141.
1. Power cord retainer
2. Handle
3. Start button
4. On/off lever
5. Motor control cable
6. Motor control cable retainer
7. Grass catcher full indicator
8. Grass catcher
9. Quick-release fastener
10. Cutting height adjustment lever
11. Rear wheel
12. Front wheel
13. Operator's manual
14. Mulching plug
15. Power cord
SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT
Read and understand all
instructions before operating the
product. Follow all warnings and
safety instructions.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Do not operate the product on
inclines greater than 15°. Mow
across the face of slopes, never
up and down.
Do not expose the product to
rain or damp condition.
Beware of sharp blades. Blades
continue to rotate after the
motor is switched off . Remove
the plug from mains before
maintenance or if cord is
damaged.