Ryobi RY48113 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
ELECTRIC RIDING LAWN MOWER
TONDEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE AUTOPORTÉE
PODADORA DE PASTO ELÉCTRICA
TIPO TRACTOR
RY48110/RY48111/RY48112/
RY48113
RM480e/RM480ex
SERIES/SÉRIE/SERIE
WARNING: To reduce the
risk of injury, the user must read and
understand the operator’s manual
before using this product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions.......... 2-5
Important Safety Rules for
Charger ........................................... 5-6
Symbols .......................................... 7-8
Safety Labels ................................ 9-10
Features ...................................... 11-12
Operation .................................... 13-20
Maintenance ............................... 20-29
Accessories.......................................29
Troubleshooting .......................... 30-32
Additional Riding Mower
Warnings and Safety Rules
When Front Mount Blade/Snow
Plow Attachment Is Used ........... 33-34
Additional Riding Mower
Warnings And Safety Rules
When Front Mount Dethatcher
Attachment Is Used .................... 35-36
Parts Ordering/Service........ Back Page
AVERTISSEMENT : Pour
réduire les risques de blessures,
l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien
comprendre le manuel d’utilisation
avant d’employer ce produit.
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
Instructions importantes
concernant la sécurité .................... 2-5
Règles de sécurité importantes
concernant le chargeur................... 5-6
Symboles ........................................ 7-8
Étiquettes de sécurité ................... 9-10
Caractéristiques.......................... 11-12
Utilisation .................................... 13-20
Entretien...................................... 20-29
Accessoires.......................................29
Dépannage.................................. 30-32
Avertissements et règles de sécurité
supplémentaires pour la tondeuse
autoportée en cas d’utilisation
de lame chasse-neige frontale.... 33-35
Avertissements et règles de sécurité
supplémentaires pour la tondeuse
autoportée en cas d’utilisation d’une
déchaumeuse frontale ................ 35-37
Commande de pièces /
réparation.......................... Páge arrière
ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir
el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe
leer y comprender el manual del
operador antes de usar este producto.
ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO
Instrucciones de seguridad
importantes..................................... 2-5
Reglas de seguridad importantes
para el empleo del cargador ........... 5-6
Símbolos ......................................... 7-8
Etiquetas de seguridad................. 9-10
Características ............................ 11-12
Funcionamiento .......................... 13-20
Mantenimiento ............................ 20-29
Accesorios ........................................29
Corrección de problemas ........... 30-32
Advertencias y reglas de seguridad
adicionales de la podadora montable
al utilizar el accesorio de hoja/barredor
de nieve de montaje frontal ........ 33-35
Advertencias y reglas de seguridad
adicionales de la podadora montable
al utilizar el accesorio escarificador
de montaje frontal....................... 35-37
Pedidos de piezas/
servicio........................... Pág. posterior
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WARNING:
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below and on
the machine could result in electric shock, fire, serious
personal injury and/or death.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and
feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe all safety
instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Avoid dangerous environment — Do not use the lawn
mower in damp or wet conditions or operate in the rain.
Keep children away — Keep all bystanders, children, and
pets at least 100 ft. away. Stop the mower and turn off
the machine if anyone enters the area.
 Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the machine
and the mowing activity. NEVER assume
that children will remain where you last saw
them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and in the watchful care of a responsible
adult other than the operator.
• Be alert; stop and turn machine off if a child enters the
area.
• Before and while backing, maneuvering in reverse, or
turning around,look behindanddown forsmallchildren,
bystanders, and pets.
• Beespecially carefulbeforeandwhen backing,maneu-
vering in reverse, or turning around with the bagger kit
installed, as it may limit visibility. Always look closely
behind and down for small children, bystanders, and
pets, and move the mower slowly.
• Never carry children, even with the blades
shut off. They may fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with safe machine op-
eration. Children who have been given
rides in the past may suddenly appear in
the mowing area for another ride and be
run over or backed over by the machine.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
WARNING:
CHILDREN CAN BE KILLED OR SERIOUSLY INJURED
BY THIS EQUIPMENT. The American Academy of
Pediatrics recommends that children be a minimum of
16 years of age before operating a riding lawn mower.
• Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your
view of a child.
Wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, gloves, and
protectivefootwear that will protectyour feetand improve
your footing on slippery surfaces. Do not wear loose-
fitting clothing, short pants, sandals, or go barefoot.
Do not wear jewelry of any kind. They can be caught in
moving parts.
Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn
off blades, set parking brake, stop motor, and remove
key before dismounting.
 Check brake operation before each use and frequently
during use. Adjust and service as required.
Keep hands and feet away from cutting area, which
is located under the mower deck and inside the side
discharge chute. Keep clear of the side discharge chute
opening at all times. Do not reach under the mower deck.
Operate the lawn mower only in daylight or good artificial
light.
Use safety glasses — Always wear eye protection with
side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Use face
mask if operation is dusty.
Use the right appliance — Do not use the lawn mower
for any job except that for which it is intended.
Do not force the lawn mower — It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not charge lawn mower in rain, or in wet locations.
Stay alert — Watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating the lawn mower. Do not operate
the mower while tired, upset, or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating the lawn mower may result in serious
personal injury.
Maintain lawn mower with care — Keep machine in good
workingcondition. Keepblades sharp and guardsin place
and in working order. To prevent serious personal injury,
damage to the mower, and for best performance, replace
damaged or unevenly worn blades.
Check all nuts, bolts, and screws before each use for
propertightness tobesuretheequipment isinsafe working
condition. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blades or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
Stopthe motor, waituntil blades come to acomplete stop,
and remove the start key before cleaning the lawn mower,
removing the bagger, or removing the mulch cover.
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Replace blade if it is bent or cracked. An unbalanced
blade causes vibration that could damage the motor
drive unit or cause personal injury. Sharpen a dull blade
equally at each end to maintain the balance. Clean the
blade thoroughly and check its balance by supporting
it horizontally on a thin nail through its center hole. The
nail should be in a horizontal position. If either end of the
blade rotates downward, remove some metal from the
heavy lower end until the blade is balanced. It is balanced
when neither end drops.
The side discharge chute is a spring-loaded guard that
coversthe sidedischargeopening on the mower deck and
deflectsgrass clippings anddebris away fromtheoperator.
Always ensure that the motor is off and the blades have
stopped moving before inspecting, moving, cleaning, or
performing maintenance on the side discharge chute.
Always use safety protective devices. Do not operate
the mower without the side discharge chute in place
and working properly. Mulch cover should be correctly
installed and working properly during mulching operation
and bagger kit should be correctly installed and working
properly during bagging operation.
Never interfere with the intended function of a safety de-
vice or reduce the protection provided by a safety device.
Check their proper operation regularly.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check for proper op-
eration regularly.
Followmanufacturer’sinstructionsforproperoperationand
installationof accessories. Onlyuse accessoriesapproved
by the manufacturer. The use of other accessories may
increase the risk of injury.
Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects
such as rocks, sticks, metal, wire, bones, toys, fallen tree
limbs, tree nuts, or other objects which can be thrown by
the blade.
Objects struck by the lawn mower blades can cause
severe injuries to persons. The lawn should always be
carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to each
mowing.
If the lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these
steps:
• Stop the lawn mower, set the parking brake, wait until
the blades come to a complete stop, and then remove
start key.
• Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.
• Replace the blade if it is damaged in any way. Repair
any damage before restarting and continuing to oper-
ate the mower.
 Slopes are a major factor related to loss of
control and tip-over accidents, which can
result in severe injury or death. Operation on
all slopes requires extra caution. If you can-
not back up the slope or if you feel uneasy
on it, do not mow it. Never use on steep slopes greater
15°.
• Never attempt to ride on a steep slope or mow a slope
that is greater than 15°. To determine the angle of your
slope, use the Slope Guide at the back of this manual.
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine.
Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Use a slow speed so you will not have to stop suddenly
or accidentally accelerate while on a slope.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may lose traction and
you may lose control.
• Always keep the direction control switch in the forward
position when going down slopes. Do not shift to neu-
tral and coast downhill, which may cause you to lose
control of the mower.
• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the
tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed
slowly straight down the slope.
• Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do
not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which
could cause the machine to roll over.
• Use extra care while operating machine with baggers
or other attachments; they can affect the stability of
the machine. Do not use on steep slopes greater than
15°.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot
on the ground.
• Do not mow near drop offs, ditches, or embankments.
The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes
over the edge or if the edge caves in and result in death
or serious personal injury.
Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Plan
yourmowing pattern toavoid discharge ofmaterial toward
bystanders, roads, sidewalks, windows, cars, and the
like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or
obstruction, which may cause the material to ricochet
back toward the operator.
Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces to avoid
discharging gravel and rocks and drive the mower slowly
and carefully to avoid loss of control.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may block your view.
Never make any adjustments or repairs with the motor
running and/or blades moving. Turn off power switch and
remove key.
Stop the motor, set the parking brake, wait until the
blades come to a complete stop, and remove start key
before unclogging the side discharge chute or opening.
The cutting blades continue to rotate for a few seconds
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body in the blade area until you are sure the blades have
stopped rotating.
If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
motor and check immediately for the cause. Replace the
blades if they are unevenly worn or damaged in any way.
Vibration is generally a sign of a damaged mower blade.
Disengage mower blades when not mowing.
Service on the product and charger must be performed
byqualified repairpersonnel only. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel could result in injury
to the user or damage to the product.
Use only authorized replacement parts when servicing
the product. Use identical replacement blades only. Use
of unauthorized parts may create a risk of serious injury
to the user or damage to the product.
Maintainorreplacesafetyinstructions labels, asnecessary.
Remove start key — Remove start key from the mower
before storing, servicing, or changing accessories such
as blades. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the mower accidentally.
Stop the unit and remove the start key when not in use.
Transport the unit with the motor stopped and the start
key removed from the mower.
Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical
outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition.
Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery
toolor when changingaccessories. Following thisrule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal
injury.
Do not use battery-operated mower in rain.
Remove the start key before servicing, cleaning, or
removing material from the gardening appliance.
Store idle lawn mower indoors — When not in use, mower
should be stored indoors in a dry, locked place out of the
reach of children. The start key should also be removed
and stored in a separate location out of the reach of
children.
 Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
 Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with and
understand the instructions, to operate this machine.
 Never carry passengers.
 Never operate machine in a closed area.
 Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Always look down and behind before and while backing.
 Slow down before turning.
 Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways.
 Useextra carewhenloading orunloading themachine into
a trailer or truck and press the brake pedal as needed to
control the speed. The mower will freely roll if it is moved
on an inclined surface without pressing the brake pedal
or setting the parking brake. When loading or unloading
the mower, do not exceed the maximum recommended
operation angle of 15°.
 Data indicates operators age 60 years and above are
involved in a large percentage of riding mower related
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability
to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect
themselves and others from serious injury.
 Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build
up. Allow machine to cool before storing.
Do not spray with a garden hose to clean, as it may dam-
age the battery and/or electronic components and result
in a short circuit or re. Use an air moving device, such
as a compressor or leaf blower to clean the mower.
 The bagger assembly (if equipped) is subject to deterio-
ration and wear and should be checked each time the
mower is used. If replacement is needed, make sure the
new bagger meets original manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions and specifications.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERIES
Donot openor mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte
is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin.
It may be toxic if swallowed.
Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. The batteries
couldexplode. Checkwith localcodes forpossible special
disposal instructions.
Keep all metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws,orother smallmetal objects away fromthe battery
and battery terminals that can make a connection from
one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals
together may cause serious burns or a fire.
Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the
battery with conducting materials suchas rings, bracelets,
and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and
cause burns.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, bat-
tery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with
your skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If
liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water
for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical
attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of seri-
ous personal injury.
Do not charge battery in an area of extreme heat or cold.
Batteries will charge best at temperatures from 32˚F to
104˚F.
Only use RYOBI Electric Riding Lawn Mower 75Ah
(LPC12-75) or 100Ah (LPC12-100) lead acid batteries.

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR TOWING
Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load
while on a slope is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with
the ground and cause you to lose control of your mower.
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights.
Total towed weight must not exceed the weight that you
can safely control with the mower.
Do not attach towed equipment except at the approved
hitch point.
Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.
Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of
load being towed. Travel slowly and allow extra time and
distance to stop.
Do not turn sharply when towing. Use additional caution
when turning or operating under adverse surface condi-
tions. Use care when reversing.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - DANGER - TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger OP48RM.
2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery, and product
using battery.
3. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only RYOBI Electric Riding Lawn Mower 75-100Ah lead acid batteries.
Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury or damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER