Ryobi RM-1600 Operation manual

RM-1600, RM-1800

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THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI PRODUCT.
To ensure your safety and satisfaction, carefully read
through this OWNER’S MANUAL before using the
product.
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General Safety Rules
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Read all instructions Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the
warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated
(corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power
tool.
1) Work area
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and
dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
2) Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce
risk of electric shock
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use safety equipment. Always wear eye
protection.Safety equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
c) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off-position before plugging in.Carrying
power tools with your finger on the switch or
plugging in power tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
f ) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
awayfrom moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
these devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct power
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions to operate the
power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power
tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc., in accordance with these instructions and in
the manner intended for the particular type of
power tool, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of
the power tool for operations different from intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
5) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.

DESCRIPTION
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SPECIFICATION
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR LAWNMOWER
1. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the lawnmower.
2. This appliance is not intended for used by persons
(includiing children) with reduced physical,sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the applinance.
3. Never mow while people, especially children or pets,
are nearby.
4. Do not operate the lawnmower when barefoot or
wearing open sandals, always wear substantial footwear
and long trousers.
5. Thoroughly inspect the area where the lawnmower is to
be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and
other foreign objects.
6. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts
in sets to preserve balance.
7. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
8. Avoid operating the lawnmower in wet grass, where
feasible.
9. Walk, never run.
10. Never operate the appliance with defective guards or
shields, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers in place.
11. Mowing on banks can be dangerous:
• Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
• Always be sure of your footing on slopes or wet grass.
• Mow across the face of slopes - never up and down.
• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
12. Use extreme caution when stepping back or pulling the
lawnmower towards you.
13. Never mow by pulling the mower towards you.
14. Stop the blades if the lawnmower has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass
and when transporting the lawnmower to and from the
area to be mowed.
15. Do not tilt the machine when starting or switching on the
motor, except if the machine has to be tilted for starting
in long grass. In this case, do not tilt it more than
absolutely necessary and tilt only the part which is away
from the operator. Always ensure that both hands are in
the operating position before returning the machine to
the ground.
16. Switch on the lawnmower according to instructions and
with feet well away from the blades.
17. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of discharge opening at all times.
18. Never pick up or carry the lawnmower while the motor is
running.
19. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure that the
lawnmower is in safe working condition.
20. Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
21. Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
1. Switch lever
2. Safety button
3. Cable retainer
4. Rear deflector
5. Motor
6. Wheel
7. Grass catcher
8. Cutting height adjustment lever
9. Lower handle bar
10. Cable cleat
11. Upper handle bar
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING
1. Make sure that the tool is only connected to the
voltage marked on the name plate.
2. Never use the tool if its cover or any bolts are missing.
If the cover or bolts have been removed, replace
them prior to use. Maintain all parts in good working
order.
3. Always secure tools when working in elevated
positions.
4. Never touch the blade or other moving parts during
use.
5. Never start a tool when its rotating component is in
contact with the workpiece.
6. Never lay a tool down before its moving parts have
come to a complete stop.
7. ACCESSORIES: The use of accessories or
attachments other than those recommended in these
instructions might present a hazard.
8. REPLACEMENT PARTS: When servicing use only
identical replacement parts.
RM-1600
230V~50HzVoltage
1,600WPower input
2,850min-1
No load speed
400mmCutting width
20/30/40/50/60/70mmCutting height
40LCollection box capacity
19.8kgNet weight
12. Locking knobs

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HANDLE BAR
1. Push the bolt through the holes of connection plate.
(Fig. 1)
2. Align the two holes of insulation plate onto the bolt and
pin, make sure the insulation plate and connection plate
fit closely. (Fig. 2)
3. Align the two holes of lower handle onto the same bolt
and pin, make sure the lower handle and insulation plate
fit closely. (Fig. 3)
4. Tighten the locking knobs (12) onto the bolt. (Fig. 4)
5. Repeat on the other side.
6. Position the upper handle bar to the lower handle bar.
Insert the locking knobs (12) and tighten. (Fig. 5)
NOTE! Hand tighten only as this knob needs to be
released for storage.
7. Repeat on the other side.
NOTE! While assembling the lower handle to baseplate, you
can choose holes either inner side or outer side, to adjust the
handle in your comfortable operation height. (Fig. 6)
8. Position the cable cleat (10) in the upper handle. (Fig. 7)
9. Use cable retainer (3) to keep cable in place.
ASSEMBLY
CABLE CLEAT
The power supply cable should be inserted and looped
around the Cable cleat, this will remove any strain being
placed on the Switch control unit.
ATTACHING THE GRASS CATCHER
1. Raise the rear deflector (4) on the mower deck.
2. Pass the grass catcher (7) under the handle bar, align the
attachment hooks and place the grass catcher in to
position. (Fig. 8)
3. Lower the rear deflector , so that it now rests on the grass
catcher.
WARNING! When mowing do not allow the motor to labour
particularly in heavy conditions. When the motor labours the
speed of the motor drops and you will hear a change in the
motor sound, when this occurs stop mowing, release the
switch lever and raise the height of cut. Failure to do so
could damage the machine.
1. Areas of heavy growth should be mown without collecting the
clippings.
2. If collection is required, firstly mow the area using the maximum
cutting height setting, without the grass collection bag attached.
3. Allow the clippings to dry out.
4. Attach the grass collection bag and mow the area, again using the
maximum cutting height setting.
NOTE! To prevent damage to the grass, do not remove
more than one third of the grass’s height on any one cut.
NOTE! When the blade becomes jammed or if the motor is
overloaded, remove the plug from the power supply.
Clear any obstruction and wait for a few minutes before
continuing to use the mower.
NOTE: The blade continues to rotate for a few seconds
after the machine is switched off. Allow the motor/blade to
stop rotating before switching “on” again. Do not rapidly
switch off and on.
For the first cut of the season, a high cutting adjustment
should be selected.
OPERATION
ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT
NOTE! Stop, release switch lever and wait until the motor
stops before adjusting height. The blades continue to rotate
for a few seconds after the machine is switched off, a
rotating blade can cause injury.
1. Move the cutting height adjustment lever (8) sideways, to
disengage it from the locking notch.
2. Pull the lever (8) backwards to lower the cut height. Push
forwards to raise the cut height. (Fig. 9)
3. Release the lever in the required position, ensuring that it
locks firmly into one of the five notched settings.
STARTING AND STOPPING
Starting:
1. Set the mower to the required ‘cutting height’.
2. Press and hold the safety button (2).
3. Squeeze the switch lever (1) towards the handle. (Fig. 10)
4. Release the safety button.
Stopping:
Release the switch lever.
MOWING
Place the lawnmower on the edge of the lawn, as close to
the power point as possible. Work away from the power
point.
Position the cable to opposite side (already cut) at the end
of each turn.
HEAVY GROWTH
5. Progressively lower the cutting height setting and mow the area
again until the required finish is obtained.
RM-1800
230V~50HzVoltage
1,800WPower input
2,850min-1
No load speed
460mmCutting width
20/30/40/50/55/65mmCutting height
45LCollection box capacity
22.6kgNet weight

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MAINTENANCE
SAFETY
Before any inspection, maintenance or cleaning of the
mower is conducted.
1. Ensure that the cutting blade has fully stopped rotating.
2. The mower is disconnected from the mains power supply.
NOTE! Care should be taken when turning the mower unit
for inspection or cleaning.
WARNING! If signs of damage are found, the mower unit
should not be used until fully repaired by a qualified person.
1. Remove all grass debris from the top and underside of
the mower deck, as well as from around the ventilation
holes, immediately after use - note: wear strong gloves
when working with or around the cutting blade.
2. Motor unit - this motor unit is maintenance free and
should not be accessed by anyone other than an
approved maintenance engineer.
3. Switch control & safety button - is maintenance free and
should not be accessed by anyone other than a
approved maintenance engineer.
LUBRICATE THE WHEELS, PIVOT POINTS AND
LINKAGES AFTER 25 HOURS OF USE
BEORE EACH USE
For the first cut of the season, a high cutting adjustment
should be selected.
3. Check the condition of the rear deflector, along with the
mower deck.
4. Inspect the condition of the cutting blade - note: wear
strong gloves when working with or around the cutting
blade.
5. Ensure that the cutting blade is not bent or cracked.
6. Check the condition of the blade and it’s mountings.
7. Check that the fixing bolt is secure.
8. Check the power supply cable
9. Inspect the ‘Switch control & safety button’.
10. Check that all securing nuts and bolts are tight.
1. The cutting blade has sharp edges, always wear strong
gloves to protect your hands when working with or
around the cutting blade.
2. Always work away from the cutting edges of the blade to
avoid the risk of injury.
3. Care should be taken when turning or lifting the mower
unit.
DO NOT USE ANY POWER TOOLS IF THE CABLE IS
DAMAGED OR WORN.
STORAGE FOR LONGER PERIODS
BLADE REPLACEMENT (Fig. 11)
1. Turn the mower unit on to its side.
2. Firmly grip the end of the cutting blade - with a gloved
hand.
3. Remove the fixing bolt, with the spanner provided.
4. Carefully remove the cutting blade.
5. Ensure that the ‘New’ cutting blade is the correct way
up, with the turned edges facing towards the motor.
6. Locate the ‘New’ blade into position on the carrier pins.
7. Secure the fixing bolt and tighten.
8. Return the mower unit to an upright position.
NOTE! To ensure your mower is maintained in good
working order, if the storage period exceeds one month it is
important that the following is adopted:
1. Clean all areas of the mower, ensure that the grass
collection box is empty and clean.
2. Lubricate the wheels, pivot points and linkages.
3. Cover all metal parts with oil to prevent corrosion.
4. Cover the mower with a protective sheet and store in a
dry area.
NOTE! All electrical inspections and repairs should be
conducted by a qualified electrician.
REPLACE THE CUTTING BLADE AFTER 50 HOURS
OF USE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
CUTTING BLADE
1. Remove any grass and debris from around the cutting
height adjustment lever, the air filter in the cowl and the
underside of the mower deck.
2. Ensure the grass collection bag is empty, and inspect for
signs of damage. POWER SUPPLY CABLE
Before use, the power supply cable should be inspected for
signs of damage or ageing.
4. It is recommended that the cutting blade is replaced
every two years or after 50 hours operation, which ever
occure the sooner.
5. Damaged or worn blades should by replaced
immediately.