Ryobi RLM16E36H, Original Instructions Manual

and grass discharge chute cover.

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hands and feet of all persons are not 

clear of the cutting enclosure.

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Never operate the product if the on/off 

switch on the handlebar does not properly 

start and stop the product.

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Never attempt to lock the on/off switches in 

the on position, this is extremely dangerous.

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Do not force the product. It will do the job 

better and safer at the speed for which it 

was designed. 

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Stop the blade when crossing gravel 

surfaces. 

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Do not pull back the product unless 

absolutely necessary. If you must back the 

product away from a wall or obstruction, 

first look down and behind to avoid tripping 

or pulling the product over your feet. 

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Stop the motor and allow the blade to stop if 

the product has to be tilted for transportation 

when crossing surfaces other than grass, 

and when transporting the product to and 

from the area to be mowed.

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Never use the product with defective guards 

or shields, or without safety devices, for 

example, deflectors and/ or grass boxes, 

in place. 

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Do not tilt the product when switching on 

the motor or whilst the motor is running. 

This exposes the blade and increases the 

probability of objects being thrown.

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Switch on the motor carefully according to 

instructions and keep hands and feet away 

from cutting area. Do not put hands or feet 

near or under rotating parts Keep clear of 

the discharge opening at all times. Do not 

start the product when standing in front of 

the discharge opening.

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Never pick up or carry the product while it 

is running. 

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Stop the mower motor and disconnect 

from the power supply, make sure that all 

moving parts have come to a complete 

stop for the below cases:

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whenever you leave the product 

unattended (including disposal of grass 

clippings).

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before cleaning a blockage or unclogging 

discharge chute

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before checking, cleaning or working on 

the product 

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after striking a foreign object; inspect the 

product for damage and make repairs 

as necessary before restarting and 

operating the product.

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before removing the grass box or 

opening the grass discharge chute 

cover.

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If the product starts to vibrate abnormally 

(check immediately)

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inspect for damage, particularly the 

blades

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replace or repair any damaged parts

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check for and tighten any loose parts

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Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, property 

stakes, or other hidden objects. Uneven 

terrain could cause a slip and fall accident.

OVERLOAD PROTECTION DEVICE

The product has an overload protection 

device. When overloading is detected, the 

product will automatically switch off. If the 

overload protector is actuated,  the  motor  

must  be  allowed  to  cool  down  for  5 to 10 

minutes.
Turn off the power and remove the plug from 

the supply. The blades are sharp; wear heavy 

duty gloves before touching. Make sure the 

blade can rotate freely and is not jammed or 

tight.
When the motor is cool, connect the plug to 

the power supply, turn the power on. Press 

the start button and then the on-off button to 

start the product. If the product will still not 

start, return it to an authorised service centre 

for repair.

RESIDUAL RISK

Even when the product is used as prescribed, 

it is still impossible to completely eliminate 

certain residual risk factors. The following 

hazards may arise in use and the operator 

should pay special attention to avoid the 

following: 

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injury caused by vibration

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Always use the right tool for the job. Use 

designated handles and restrict working 

time and exposure. 

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injury caused by noise

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Exposure to noise can cause hearing 

injury. Wear ear protection and limit 

exposure.

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injury from contact with the blades

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