Ryobi RY40100 - Manual (Page 14)

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OPERATION
 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, and remove the key before cleaning unerneath the
mower.
SLOPE OPERATION
See Figure 11.
WARNING:
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.
 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 ob-
stacles. 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 upper bail immediately.
 Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments;
you could lose your footing or balance.
EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER
See Figure 12.

Stop the mower and allow blades to completely stop.
 Remove key and battery pack.
 Lift the rear discharge door.
 Lift the grass catcher by its handle to remove from mower.
 Empty grass clippings.
 Lift the rear discharge door and reinstall the grass catcher
as described earlier in this manual.
 Reinstall key and battery pack when you are ready to
mow.
WARNING:
Before performing any maintenance, make sure the
mower battery and key are removed to avoid accidental
starting and possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only authorized replacement parts.
Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or
destroy plastic which can result in serious personal injury.
Periodically check all nuts and bolts for proper tightness to
ensure safe operation of the mower.
Remove any build-up of grass and leaves on or around the
motor cover. Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth occa-
sionally. Do not use water.