Ryobi RLM18X36L40 User manual

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Cordless Lawn
Mower
RLM18X36L40
OLM1836H

Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling,
operating, and maintaining the product.
Subject to technical modification.

Safety, performance, and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of your
cordless lawn mower.
INTENDED USE
The cordless lawn mower is only intended for
use outdoors.
The product is designed for domestic lawn
mowing. The cutting blade should rotate
approximately parallel to the ground over
which it is being wheeled. All four wheels
should touch the ground while mowing. It is
a pedestrian-controlled walk-behind mower
designed to be pushed by hand.
The product should never be operated with
the wheels off the ground; it should not be
pulled or ridden on. It should not be used to
cut anything other than domestic grass lawns.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
When using the product, the safety rules
must be followed. For your own safety
and that of bystanders, please read these
instructions before operating the product.
Please keep the instructions safe for later
use.
WARNING
The product should only be operated
with the battery pack. When using battery
operated product, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk
of re, leaking batteries and personal injury.
PERSONAL SAFETY
■The product is capable of amputating hands
and feet, and throwing objects. Failure to
observe all safety instructions could result
in serious injury or death.
■Read and understand the instructions
and safety warnings. Be familiar with the
controls and the correct use of the product.
■Never allow children or people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
people unfamiliar with these instructions,
to operate, clean or maintain the product.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator. Children should be adequately
supervised to ensure they do not play with
the appliance.
■Stay alert, watch what you are doing,
and use common sense when operating
the product. Do not operate the product
while tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medication. A lapse in
concentration while operating the product
may result in serious personal injury.
■Wear heavy, long trousers, long sleeves,
sturdy anti-slip footwear. Do not wear short
trousers, sandals, or go barefoot. Avoid
wearing clothing that is loose fitting or that
has hanging cords or ties.
■Always wear safety glasses with side
shields.
■Always be sure of your footing. Keep firm
footing and balance. Walk, never run.
■Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
■Use the product across the face of slopes,
never up and down. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on slopes.
■Do not use the product near drop-offs,
ditches, excessively steep slopes, or
embankments. Poor footing could cause a
slip and fall accident.
WORK AREA SAFETY
■Never use product while people, especially
children, or pets are within 15 m because
of the danger of objects being thrown by
contact with the blade.
■Objects struck by the lawn mower blade
can cause severe injuries to persons.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the
product is to be used and remove all rocks,
sticks, metal, wire, bones, toys, or other
foreign objects. Remember, string or wire
may entangle with the cutting means.
■Always use the product in the daylight or in
good artificial light.
■Do not operate the product in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust. The
product creates sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
■Do not operate the product in wet grass or
in the rain.
■Do not use the lawn mower when there is a
risk of lightning.
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■Keep in mind that the operator or user
is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
■Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the product
and the mowing activity. Never assume
that children will remain where you last saw
them.
■Keep children out of the mowing area and
under the watchful care of a responsible
adult other than the operator, be alert and
turn the product off if a child enters the
area.
■Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
including overhanging shrubs, etc., which
may block your view.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
■Read, understand, and always follow
the safety instructions which came with
your battery and charger. Failure to do
so may result in electric shock, fire or
other hazardous situations. Keep all the
instructions together in a safe place for
future reference.
■Battery-operated products do not have to be
plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore,
they are always in operating condition.
Remove the isolator key whenever you are
not operating the product.
■Remove the battery pack before making
any adjustments, cleaning, or removing
material from the product.
■Ensure the isolator key is removed before
inserting the battery pack.
■A battery pack must be recharged only with
the charger specified by the manufacturer.
Using a charger with an incompatible
battery pack may create a risk of fire. Use
the battery pack only with charger listed.
■Use only the battery pack intended
specifically for the product. Use of any
other battery packs may result in a risk of
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
■When the battery pack is not in use, keep
it away from other metal objects like,
paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or
other small metal objects, that can make a
connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery pack terminals
together may cause sparks, burns, fire, or
explosion.
■Do not place battery products or their
batteries near fire or heat. This increases
the risk of explosion and possibly injury.
■Do not open or mutilate the battery pack.
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may
be toxic if swallowed.
■Protect the battery pack against moisture
and water. Do not charge the product in a
damp or wet location. Following this rule
will reduce the risk of electric shock.
■In case of damage and improper use of the
battery, vapour may be emitted. Provide
for fresh air and seek medical help in case
of complaints. The vapour can irritate the
respiratory system.
■Do not leave the battery pack inside a
vehicle in hot or cold conditions.
■Do not incinerate the battery.
■Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
LAWN MOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
■Before using, always visually inspect to
ensure blades, blade bolts, and cutter
assembly are not worn or damaged.
■Replace worn or damaged blades and
bolts in sets to preserve balance.
■The blade on this mower is sharp, use
extreme caution and wear heavy-duty
gloves when fitting, replacing, cleaning or
checking bolt security.
■Bring the product to an authorised service
centre to replace damaged or unreadable
labels.
■Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at
frequent intervals for proper tightness to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
■Check the grass catcher frequently for
wear, holes, or deterioration.
■Replace worn or damaged parts before
operating the product.
■The product must be started with the user
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behind the handlebars in the operator
safety zone. Never start the product if:
●all four wheels are not on the ground
●the grass discharge chute is exposed
without being protected by either the
mulching plug and grass discharge
chute cover, or the grass catcher and
grass discharge chute cover
●hands and feet of all persons are not
clear of the cutting enclosure
■Never operate the product if the on/off
switch on the handlebar does not properly
start and stop the mower.
■Never attempt to lock the on/off switches in
the on position, this is extremely dangerous.
■Do not force the product. It will do the job
better and safer at the speed for which it
was designed.
■Stop the blade when crossing gravel
surfaces.
■Do not pull the product backward 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.
■Stop the motor and allow the blade to stop if
the mower 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.
■Never use the product with defective guards
or shields, or without safety devices, for
example, deflectors and/ or grass catcher,
in place.
■Do not tilt the lawn mower when switching
on the motor or while the motor is running.
This exposes the blade and increases the
probability of objects being thrown.
■Switch on the motor carefully according
to instructions and keep hands and feet
away from cutting area. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times. Do not start
the product when standing in front of the
discharge opening.
■Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all time.
■Never pick up or carry the product while it
is running.
■Turn off the product and remove isolator
key. Make sure all moving parts have come
to a complete stop:
●before leaving the product unattended
(including disposal of grass clippings).
●before clearing blockages or unclogging
discharge chute
●before checking, cleaning, or working on
the product
●before removing the grass catcher or
opening the grass discharge chute cover
●after striking a foreign object (inspect
the product for damage and make
repairs as necessary before restarting
and operating the product)
●whenever the product starts to vibrate
abnormally (check immediately)
–inspect for damage, particularly the
blades
–replace or repair any damaged parts
–check for and tighten any loose parts
■Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, property
stakes, or other hidden objects. Uneven
terrain could cause a slip and fall accident.
■Always ensure the motor control cable
is never trapped, pinched or otherwise
damaged during assembly or when folding
the handle.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY
WARNINGS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of re, personal injury,
and product damage due to short circuit,
never immerse your tool, battery pack, or
charger in uid or allow a uid to ow inside
them. Corrosive or conductive uids, such
as seawater, certain industrial chemicals,
and bleach or bleach-containing products,
etc., can cause a short circuit.
OVERLOAD AND OVERHEAT
PROTECTION
The product has an overload protection
device. When overloading is detected, the
product will automatically switch off. If the
overload protector is actuated, the on-off
button must be released. Press the on-off
button to restart the product.
The battery pack has overheat protection.
Excessive temperatures will cause the battery
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to stop powering the product. Feel the battery
pack; if it is too warm, allow it to cool down
before resuming operation. If the product still
does not work, recharge the battery.
NOTE: The battery pack LED indicator will
not work if the battery protection feature has
caused the battery pack to stop powering the
product. Release the on-off button or remove
the battery pack from the product and the
battery pack LED indicator will resume normal
function.
GENERAL MOWING TIPS
The run time of the battery depends on the
condition, length, and density of the grass.
Adjust the cutting height of the lawn mower to
suit the current condition of the lawn.
■For best performance, always cut off one-
third or less of the total height of the grass.
■When cutting long 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
collection or discharge of grass clippings.
■New or thick grass may require a higher
cutting height.
■If you wish to collect the grass cuttings for
disposal, remove the mulching plug and fit
the grass catcher making sure the top flap
is properly closed. Empty the grass catcher
regularly; otherwise, the discharge chute
will become blocked with grass cuttings.
■If you are making a light cut and wish for
the grass cuttings to remain on the lawn,
fit the mulching plug and close the top flap
to cover the discharge opening. It is not
necessary to fit the grass catcher in this
case.
■A higher cutting height will extend the run
time of the battery.
■The product is designed to operate and cut
most effectively when moving forwards.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■Stop the product, remove the isolator key
and the battery. Make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop. Allow
the product to cool down before storing or
transporting.
■Clean all foreign material from the product.
Store it in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated
place that is inaccessible to children. Keep
away from corrosive agents such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store
outdoors.
■For transportation in vehicles, remove
isolator key and secure the product against
movement or falling to prevent injury to
persons or damage to the product.
WARNING
Use extreme caution when lifting or tilting
the product for maintenance, cleaning,
storage, or transportation. The blade is
sharp. Keep all body parts away from the
blade while it is exposed.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Use only original manufacturer’s
replacement parts, accessories, and
attachments. Failure to do so can cause
injury, poor performance, and may void your
warranty.
WARNING
Servicing requires extreme care and
knowledge and should be performed
only by a qualied service technician. For
service, we suggest you bring the product
to your nearest authorized service center
for repair. When servicing, use only original
replacement parts.
■Stop the product, remove the isolator key
and the battery before any cleaning or
maintenance task.
■You may make adjustments and repairs
described here. For other repairs, contact
the authorized service agent.
■Check the grass catcher frequently 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
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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.
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 in 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 ngers, 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
measures that can be taken by the operator
to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
■Keep your body warm in cold weather.
When operating the product, wear gloves
to keep the hands and wrists warm.
■After each period of operation, exercise to
increase blood circulation.
■Take frequent work breaks. Limit the
amount of exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this
condition, immediately discontinue use and
see your doctor.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by
prolonged use of a tool. When using any
tool for prolonged periods, ensure you take
regular breaks.
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 on inclines
greater than 15°. Mow across
the face of slopes, never up
and down.
Do not expose to rain or damp
condition.
Beware of sharp blades.
Blades continue to rotate after
the motor is switched off –
Remove isolator key before
maintenance
Beware of thrown or ying
objects. Keep all bystanders,
especially children and pets,
at least 15m away from the
operating area.
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Press the Start button and
then the On-off lever to start
the product. Release the Start
button and keep pressing the
On-off lever to run the product.
Release the On-off lever to
stop the product.
Please read the instructions
carefully before using the
product.
Waste electrical products
should not be disposed of
with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your local authority
or retailer for recycling advice.
Regulatory Compliance
Mark (RCM). Product
meets applicable regulatory
requirements.
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The guaranteed sound power
level is shown on this label by
94 dB.
The following signal words and meanings
are intended to explain the levels of risk
associated with the product:
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION
(Without safety alert symbol) Indicates a
situation that may result in property damage.
SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL
Parts or accessories sold
separately
Keep hands away from blades
Note
Warning
Stop the product.
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1. Handle
2. On-off lever
3. Start button
4. Motor control cable
5. Motor control cable retainer
6. Height adjustment lever
7. Battery door
8. Tightening knob for handles
9. Grass catcher full indicator
10. Grass catcher
11. Quick-release fastener
12. Rear wheel
13. Front wheel
14. Mower blade
15. Isolator key
16. Battery
17. Charger
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