Ryobi RY401110 Operation Manual - Page 17

MAINTENANCE WARNING: Ensure blade is properly seated and the blade nut is tightened to the torque specifications above. Failure to properly attach the blade could cause it to come loose and result in possible serious personal injury. STORING THE MOWER See Figures 17 - 18. WARNING: Remove all battery packs from the battery port and battery storage compartment and start key and store indoors in a secure and dry location out of the reach of children to prevent unauthorized use of the lawn mower and possible serious personal injury.  Before storage, wipe any dirt or debris from the battery area.  Turn mower on its side and clean grass clippings that have accumulated on the underside of the mower deck.  Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth.  Check all nuts, bolts, knobs, screws, fasteners, etc., for tightness.  Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and wear. Have repairs made on any damaged or missing parts. Check blade for damage, uneven, or excessive wear and replace blade if these conditions exist.  Store mower indoors in a clean, dry place out of the reach of children. • To store the mower in a horizontal position, lower the handle assembly. Avoid pinching or trapping any cables. • To store the mower in a vertical position, remove the grass bag, then lower the handle assembly. Avoid pinching or trapping any cables. Raise the mower 90° to rest on its rear support. NOTE: Make sure the pins on the handle adjustment knobs are fully locked before attempting to raise the mower to the standing position. NOTICE: Do not allow the starter cable to become pinched or trapped when lowering the handle.  Do not store near corrosive materials such as fertilizer or rock salt. 13 - English