Ryobi RLM16E36S Original Instructions Manual
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Electric Lawn
Mower
RLM16E36S
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
electric lawn mower.
INTENDED USE
The electric 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.
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.
■ 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
persons not familiar 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 product.
■ 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,
and 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.
■ 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
with 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 on wet grass or
in the rain.
■ Do not use the product when there is a risk
of lightning.
■ 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
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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, which may
block your view.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
■ Power 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.
■ Avoid unintentional starting. Always check
that the switch is in off position before
plugging in the product to the power supply.
Do not carry a plugged in product with your
finger on the switch.
■ 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.
■ Do not expose the product to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering an appliance
will increase the risk of electric shock.
■ Electrical power should be supplied via
a residual current device (RCD) with a
tripping current of not more than 30 mA.
■ Before use check the supply and extension
cord for signs of damage or aging. If the cord
becomes damaged during use, disconnect
the cord from the supply immediately. Do
not touch the cord before disconnecting
the supply. Do not use the product if the
cord is damaged or worn.
■ If you need to use an extension cord,
ensure it is suitable for outdoor use and
has a current capacity rating sufficient to
supply the product. Check it before every
use for damage, always uncoil it during
use because coiled cords can overheat.
Damaged extension cords should not be
repaired, they should be replaced with an
equivalent type.
■ Make sure the power cord is positioned so
that it cannot be damaged by the cutting
means and will not be stepped on, tripped
over or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
■ Never pick up or carry the product by the
electric cable.
■ Never pull by the power cord to disconnect
from the power supply.
■ Keep the power cord away from heat, oil,
and sharp edges.
■ Make sure the voltage is correct for your
product. A nameplate on the product
indicates the product’s voltage. Never
connect the product to an AC voltage that
differs from this voltage.
■ Always ensure the cord from the handlebar
to the mower body is never trapped,
pinched, or otherwise damaged during
assembly or handle folding. Never apply
power to the mower if this cable is damaged.
Bring the product to an authorised service
centre for repair.
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 the product is sharp. Use
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.
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■ 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
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 product.
■ 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,
rst 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, deectors, and/or grass catcher,
in place.
■ Do not tilt the product 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 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.
■ Never pick up or carry the product while it
is running.
■ Turn off the product and disconnect it from
the power supply. 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
the 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.
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 has cooled down, connect the
plug to the power supply, then 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, bring it to an authorised service
centre for repair.
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GENERAL MOWING TIPS
■ 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.
■ The product is designed to operate and cut
most effectively when moving forwards.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■ Turn off the product and disconnect it
from the power supply. Make sure that all
moving parts have come to a complete
stop, and allow it to cool down before
storing or transporting.
■ Clean all foreign materials 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, 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 possible injury, contribute to poor
performance, and may void your warranty.
WARNING
Servicing requires extreme care and
knowledge and should be performed only by
a qualied service technician. For service,
bring the product to an authorised service
centre for repair. When servicing, use only
original replacement parts.
■ Turn off the product and disconnect it from
the power supply. 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 here. For other repairs, contact
the authorised 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
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.
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CLEARING BLOCKAGES
■ Stop the motor and remove the power cord
from the supply outlet.
■ 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 the grass discharge chute for
blockages and carefully clear.
■ Turn the mower on its side and check
the underside of the mower and the area
around the blade. If any blockages are
found, remove carefully. Remember the
blade may move during cleaning.
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:
■ 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 unit wear gloves to
keep the hands and wrists warm. It is
reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
■ 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 physician.
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 plug from mains
before maintenance or if cord is
damaged.
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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Keep the supply exible cord
away from the cutting blades.
Press the Start button and then
the On-off button (A or B) to
start the product. Release the
Start button and keep pressing
the On-off button to run the
product. Release the On-off
button to stop the product.
Go
Stop
Class II tool, double insulation
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.
The guaranteed sound
pressure level is 81 dB.
The guaranteed sound power
level is 94 dB.
The following signal words and meanings
are intended to explain the levels of risk
associated with this 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
Connect to power outlet.
Disconnect from power outlet.
Parts or accessories sold
separately
Keep hands away from blades
Note
Warning
Stop the product.
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