Ryobi RM480e - Page 10

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The product contains lead-acid
batteries. Local regulations may
prohibit disposal of lead-acid
batteries in ordinary trash. Consult
your local waste authority for
information regarding available
recycling and/or disposal options.
Make sure that the side discharge
chute is fully closed before
operating the product.
Do not operate the product when
the side discharge chute is open.
Driving the mower
Insert the start key, and turn the
key to the ON position.
Set the direction control switch in
the forward (F) position.
Step on the brake pedal to
disengage the parking brake.
Pull up the blade engage knob to
activate the blades.
Step on the accelerator pedal to
mow the lawn.
Mowing in reverse
Step on the brake pedal, and bring
the mower to a complete stop.
Push down the blade engage
knob to turn off the blades.
Press the reverse mode button.
Pull up the blade engage knob to
activate the blades.
Set the direction control switch in
the reverse (R) position.
Step on the accelerator pedal, and
reverse mow as needed.
Parking the mower
Stop the mower on a fl at, level
surface. Do not stop the product
on slopes.
Step on the brake pedal, and
engage the parking brake.
Set the direction control switch in
the neutral (N) position.
Push down the blade engage
knob to turn off the blades.
Turn the key to the OFF position.
Stopping the mower
Push down the blade engage
knob to turn off the blades.
Step on the brake pedal.
Engage the parking brake.
Turn the key to the OFF position.
Remove the start key.
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Original Instructions