Mowing Tips; Slope Operation - Ryobi RY401015 Manuel D'utilisation

 Once the mower has been started, the self-propelled
feature is engaged by pushing the self-propel paddle
downward to meet the handle.
 To disengage the self-propelled feature, release the self-
propel paddle.
 Press the paddle located on back of upper controls to
increase the speed.
 Adjust the maximum speed selector and press the self-
propelled paddle located on the back of the upper controls
to increase the speed.
NOTE: The self-propelled levers can be used without engag-
ing the blades to power the mower from one location to an-
other. You must pull the bail and then one or both self-propel
levers to move the mower without engaging the blades.
MAXIMUM SPEED SELECTOR
See Figure 12.
While using the self-propelled feature, the maximum speed
of the mower can be set using the speed selector switch.
 Slide the switch on the top of the handle to the left to
decrease your maximum speed, slide the switch to the
right to increase your maximum speed.
 The self-propelled paddle allows you to control the drive
speed between 0mph and the maximum speed selected.

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 blades 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.
OPERATION
NOTE: Always stop mower, allow blades to completely
stop, remove the start key and remove the battery packs
from the battery port before cleaning underneath the
mower.

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 and mow across the face of
slopes, not up and down.
 Mow across the face of slopes, not 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 blades.
 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.
BLADE/CUTTING OPTIONS AND BATTERY
RUNTIME
This mower offers two cutting options - combination blade
and cross cut combo dual blades. The blade/cutting option
used will affect the battery runtime. The combination blade
will provide the longest runtime.
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 packs from the battery
port.
 Lift the rear discharge door.
 Lift the grass catcher by its handle to remove from mower.
 Empty grass clippings.
 Reinstall the grass catcher as described earlier in this
manual.
 Release the rear discharge door.
 Reinstall the start key and battery packs when you are
ready to mow.
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