Use and Care Manual

22 — English
NOTE: Make sure to turn the adjustment nuts on both
sides equally to prevent throwing the side-to-side mea-
surement off again.
Measure again to verify the front tip is now 1/4 in. to
1/2 in. lower than the rear tip. If not, continue to adjust
and measure until they are.
Without moving the adjustment nuts, retighten the jam
nuts to secure the adjustment nuts in place.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES
See Figure 18 - 21.
NOTE: Only use RYOBI Electric Riding Lawn Mower 50ah
(6-EVF-50) lead acid batteries.
This mower operates on four 12 volt batteries connected in
a series. If replacing one or more of the batteries, always
replace using a battery of the same type with equal voltage
and capacity.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1 and rubber gloves when replac-
ing the batteries. Failure to do so could result in objects
being thrown into your eyes or other serious personal
injury.
Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electro-
lyte 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
could explode. Check with local codes for possible spe-
cial disposal instructions.
Do not expose the battery to rain or keep in damp loca-
tions. Water and liquids can come in contact with the
battery and damage connections and electronic compo-
nents, which can result in a short circuit, increased risk
of fire, and serious personal injury.
When batteries are not in use, keep away from other
metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws,
or other small metal objects that can make a connection
from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-
nals together may cause burns or a fire.
Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the
battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets,
and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause
serious burns.
NOTICE:
Use only identical lead acid batteries when replacing.
Never mix different makes and sizes of batteries in the
series. Doing so will eventually cause damage to the
batteries and may also damage the mower.
Park the mower on a level surface and set the parking
brake.
Fig. 18
MAINTENANCE
Fig. 19
SCREWS
WIRING
COVER
SAFETY
INTERLOCK
CONNECTOR
BATTERY
QUICK-
CONNECT
PLUG
CONTROL
PANEL