Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Content; FINDING MODEL NUMBER; Before you start assembling your new equipment,; Copy the model number here:; CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT
TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices............................................................................... 3 Slope Gauge...................................................................................................................6 Assembling Your Lawn Mowe...
Page 3 - GENERAL OPERATION
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES A. A A READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS! WARNING: This sym bo! poin ts out im portant safety in structio ns, w hich if not follo w ed, could endanger the per sonal safety and/or property of yourself and others. R ead and follo w all in structio ns in this m anual ...
Page 4 - Slope Operation
16. H om e circuit This m ower should be operated on a 15 AM P circuit. If you experie nce difficulty in starting w ith a standard 15 AM P fuse or circuit breaker, contact your nearest authorized service facility. D o not use a higher rated fuse or breaker without consulting your power com pany, 17....
Page 5 - WARNING: YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
Service 1. W hen servicing use only id entical replacem ent parts listed in this m anual. “U se of parts w hich do not m eet the origin al equipm ent specificatio ns m ay le ad to im proper perform ance and com prom ise safetyl” 2. Before cle aning, repairin g, or inspectin g, m ake certain the bla ...
Page 7 - SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER; Loose Parts in Carton; Assembling Handle
SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER Loose Parts in Carton Grass Catcher Assembly. Owner’s Manual {not shown). Hardware Pack.Upper and Lower Handle w/ Guide Rod. Wheel Assemblies (4) Tools Required • Phillips head screwdriver. • Adjustable wrench, a wrench set or socket set. Attaching Wheels The wh...
Page 8 - Installing Guide Rod and Cord Restraint
• Align the holes in the lower handle with those of the upper handle and insert the hex bolts through both holes. • On the left side, install the lock washer and hex nut and tighten finger tight. • On the right side, insert the hex nut into the hex hole in the cord insulator and thread onto the hex ...
Page 9 - Attaching The Grass Catcher
Insert the six clips on the underside of the bagger cover into the corresponding attaching slots in the grass bag. Press firmly in the on the top of the bagger cover in the area of the attaching slots to ensure that the clips are locked into place. Attaching The Grass Catcher • Lift the rear dischar...
Page 10 - SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustration in Figure 7 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various parts and controls. Save this manual for future reference. A WARNING: The oper...
Page 11 - SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER; Cord Connection; Starting the Motor and Blade
SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Cord Connection Extension Cord Selection Listed below are the lengths of extension cord and corresponding acceptable cord ratings. • 50’C ord — use 16AW G • 100’C ord — use14AW G • 150’C ord — use 12AW G In all cases, the extension cord should be a UL listed cord...
Page 12 - SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS; Cutting Height Adjustment
stopping the Motor and Blade A WARNING: The blade contin ues to rotate for a few seconds after the m otor is shut off. If the m otor does not com e to a stop w hen the m otor/blade control handle is rele ased^ contact an authorized service dealer. To stop the motor and blade from spinning: • Release...
Page 13 - Resetting the Circuit Breaker; SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE; WARNINGi; Cutting Blade Replacement
• Remove a wheel assembly and reinstall it in a different position in order to achieve a higher or lower position. Refer to the Assembly section also. • Repeat this procedure for ail wheels, being certain to mount them all in the same position at each corner. Failing to do this will produce an uneve...
Page 14 - Mower Deck
Sharpening ttie Blade To sharpen the blade, first remove the blade as outlined in the previous section. DO NOT attempt to sharpen the blade while it is attached to the mower. The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. 1. Insert screw driver through hole \ ^ ? 2. Bala nced bla de ...
Page 15 - SECTION 9: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
SECTION 9: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble M ow er not startin g. Possible Cause(s) C ord disconnected from the m otor/ blade control. Corrective Action R econnect the cord keepin g the cord restraint dose to the m otor/blade control. M otor/blade control sw itch defective. R epla ce m otor/blade con...
Page 16 - SECTION 10: PARTS LIST
Page 18 - NOTES
Page 20 - MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:; RYOBI
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: RYOBI The lim ited w arranty set forth below Is given by M TD LLC w ith respect to new m erchandise purchased and used In the U nited States, its possessio ns and territorie s. M TD LLC w arrants this product against defects for a period of tw o (2) years com m e...