Ryobi RLM36B46S1, Original Instructions Manual

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MAINTENANCE

 WARNING

Use only original manufacturer’s 

replacement parts, accessories, and 

attachments. Failure to do so can cause 

possible injury, can contribute to poor 

performance, and may void your warranty.

 WARNING

Servicing requires extreme care and 

knowledge and should be performed only 

by a qualified service technician. Have the 

product serviced by an authorised service 

centre only. When servicing, use only 

original replacement parts.

■

Turn off the product, and remove the 

isolator key and the battery pack. Make 

sure that all moving parts have come to 

a complete stop before any cleaning or 

maintenance task.

■

You may make adjustments and repairs 

described in this manual. For other repairs, 

contact an authorised service centre.

■

Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

■

Frequently check the grass catcher for 

wear or deterioration.

■

After each use, clean the product with a 

soft, dry cloth. Any part that is damaged 

should be properly repaired or replaced by 

an authorised service centre.

■

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.

■

The blade on the product is sharp. Use 

extreme caution, and wear heavy-duty 

gloves when fitting, replacing, cleaning, or 

checking bolt security.

■

Replace damaged blades and bolts in sets 

to preserve balance.

■

The blade bolts must be adequately 

tightened. See the manufacturer’s 

recommendations for blade bolt torque, 

which can be found in the product 

specification table in this manual.

CLEARING BLOCKAGES

■

Turn off the product, and remove the 

isolator key and the battery pack. Make 

sure that all moving parts have come to a 

complete stop.

■

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 for and 

carefully clear obstructions.

■

Check and carefully clear the grass 

discharge chute for blockages.

■

Turn the product on its side, then check 

its underside and the area around the 

blade. Carefully remove any blockages.  

Remember, the blade may move during 

cleaning.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even when the product is used as prescribed, 

it is still impossible to completely eliminate 

certain residual risk factors. The following 

hazards may arise during use and the 

operator should pay special attention to avoid 

the following: 

■

injury caused by vibration

–

Always use the right tool for the job. Use 

designated handles and restrict working 

time and exposure. 

■

injury caused by noise 

–

Exposure to noise can cause hearing 

injury. Wear ear protection and limit 

exposure.

■

injury from contact with the blades

■

injury caused by thrown objects

RISK REDUCTION

It has been reported that vibrations from 

handheld tools may contribute to a condition 

called Raynaud’s Syndrome. Symptoms may 

include tingling, numbness, and blanching of 

the  fingers,  usually  apparent  upon  exposure 

to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to cold 

and dampness, diet, smoking, and work 

practices are all thought to contribute to the 

development of these symptoms. There are