RYOBI RY401014 21 Inch 40 Volt Lawn Mower User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- RYOBI
Table of Contents
21 in. 40 VOLT LAWN MOWER
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RY401014
WARNING:
This insert sheet is not a substitute for reading the operator’s manual. To
reduce the risk of injury or death, user must read and understand operator’s
manual before using this product.
WARNING:
Always remove start key and battery packs from lawn mower when assembling,
adjusting, cleaning, unclogging, or when not in use. Place start key and
battery packs out of the reach of children and untrained users when not in
use. Follow these instructions to prevent accidental starting that could
result in serious personal injury.
UNFOLDING AND ADJUSTING THE HANDLE ASSEMBLY
See Figures 1 – 2.
NOTICE:
Do not allow the starter cable to become pinched or trapped when raising the
handle.
To raise the handle:
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Pull the lever on the handle crossbar to unlock the handle.
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Moving the lever in either direction will unlock the handle.
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Raise the handle to desired position.
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Lock handle into place in either of the two notches on the handle brackets.
NOTE: Handle can be adjusted to two heights for mowing.
To lower the handle: -
Lift the lever located on the crossbar in either direction to fold the handle.
INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER (FOR REAR BAGGING OPERATION)
See Figure 3.
NOTE: When using the grass catcher, do not install the mulching plug.
- Remove start key and battery packs.
- Lift the rear discharge door.
- Lift the grass catcher by its handle and place under the rear discharge door so that the hooks on the grass catcher are seated onto the slots on the mower housing.
- Release the rear discharge door.
- Reinstall start key and battery packs when you are ready to mow.
INSTALLING THE MULCHING PLUG (FOR MULCHING OPERATION)
See Figure 4.
NOTE: When using the mulching plug, do not install the grass catcher.
- Remove start key and battery packs.
- Lift and hold the rear discharge door.
- Grasp the mulching plug by its handle and insert it at a slight angle, as shown.
- Push the mulching plug securely into place. The tabs on the mulching plug should be seated in the slots at the bottom of the rear discharge opening, and the slot on the mulching plug should go over the tab in the center of the discharge opening.
- Lower the rear discharge door.
- Reinstall start key and battery packs when you are ready to mow.
STARTING/STOPPING THE MOWER
See Figures 5 – 7.
NOTE: Mower will not start without the start key installed, and the battery in the unit.
- Unfold the handle assembly by lifting the lever on the handle crossbar.
NOTE:
The mower will not start if the handle assembly is not in the operating
position.
- Raise the battery cover.
- Install the battery packs into the battery port.
- Insert the start key into the slot between the batteries in the battery port.
NOTE: Arrow should be pointed toward the battery to be used.
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Lower the battery cover and make sure it is securely closed.
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Pull the bail toward the handle. Press and release the start button to start the motor and blade.
NOTE: The blade will also start if the start button is pressed first and the bail is pulled after. -
To stop the mower, release the bail.
NOTE: The blade is disengaged each time the bail is released.
WARNING:
To avoid accidental starting that could result in serious personal injury,
always remove the start key when moving or transporting the mower.
SELF-PROPELLED MOWING
See Figure 7.
WARNING:
Never engage the blades when transporting the mower from one location to
another. Only engage the blades by pressing the start button when you are
ready to mow. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious
personal injury.
- Once the mower has been started, the self-propelled feature is engaged by pulling one or both of the self-propel levers upward to meet the handle.
- To disengage the self-propelled feature, release the self-propel levers.
NOTE: The self-propelled levers can be used without engaging the blade to power the mower from one location to another. You must pull the bail and then one or both self-propel levers to move the mower without engaging the blade.
CRUISE CONTROL
See Figure 7.
WARNING:
Always adjust the cruise control before you engage the blade. Adjusting the
cruise control while mowing may cause you to lose control and could result in
serious injury while the blade is operating.
WARNING:
When using the self-propelled feature, ensure that the cruise control is set
at a speed that you can comfortably follow when walking behind the mower. You
may lose control of the mower if the cruise control is set at a speed that is
too fast for your walking pace. Release the self-propel levers and bail if you
cannot keep up with the mower and adjust the cruise control as needed. Failure
to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury.
By sliding the cruise control button on the handle, you can adjust the speed
of the mower to accommodate your pace when the self-propelled feature is
engaged. When viewed from the normal operating position, the cruise control
button is at minimum self propelled speed at the far left side and is at the
maximum self propelled speed at the far right side.
Model/item number on product may have additional letters at the end. These
letters designate manufacturing information and should be provided when
calling for service.
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998000475 12-8-20 (REV:01)
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P.O. Box 1288, Anderson, SC 29622 USA ·
1-800-525-2579 ·
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