Ryobi

RYOBI 18v One+ OLM1833S

Answers and step-by-step fixes from the official Ryobi manual.

What does the indicator show?

• Catcher indicator flap up: The grass catcher still has room. The flap being up means the grass catcher can still take more clippings.
• Catcher indicator flap down: The grass catcher is full. The flap being down means the catcher is full and needs emptying.
• Battery LED indicator off during use: Overload or overheat protection has stopped the battery. The battery pack's LED indicator stops working while the protection feature is active and powering has stopped.

Common problems

The mower won't start

1. Is the isolator key inserted? The mower will not start at all without the isolator key fitted.
2. Is the battery pack fully clicked in? Make sure the latch on each side of the battery pack has snapped in place and the pack is secured.
3. Are you pressing the start button and trigger correctly? Press and hold the start button, then pull and hold either side of the on/off trigger.

The mower cuts out while mowing

1. Is the battery pack too warm? An overheated battery stops powering the mower. Let it cool down before using it again.
2. Still not working after it has cooled? If the mower still won't run, recharge the battery.

Clippings aren't collecting or discharging properly

1. Is the grass wet? Wet grass sticks to the underside of the deck and stops proper collection or discharge, so don't mow wet grass.
2. Is the grass catcher full? A full catcher left unemptied will block the discharge chute with cuttings.
3. Is the discharge chute blocked? Carefully check and clear the discharge chute of any obstruction.

The mower vibrates abnormally

1. Did the vibration start suddenly? Check the mower immediately whenever it starts to vibrate abnormally.
2. Is the blade damaged? Inspect for damage, particularly to the blade, and replace or repair any damaged parts.
3. Are any parts loose? Check for and tighten any loose parts before using the mower again.

Step-by-step guides

Replace the blade

1. Open the battery door and remove the isolator key and battery pack
2. Tilt the mower on its side
3. Clean away debris before changing the blade
4. Wedge a wood chock against the blade and loosen the nut with a 13 mm spanner
5. Remove and properly dispose of the old blade
6. Install the new blade
7. Hand-tighten the bolt clockwise, then use the spanner to tighten it a further half to one turn

Clear a blockage

1. Turn off the mower and remove the isolator key and battery pack
2. Put on heavy-duty gloves
3. Remove the grass catcher and clear any obstructions
4. Check and clear the grass discharge chute
5. Turn the mower on its side and clear any blockage around the blade

Clean and store the mower

1. Remove the isolator key and battery pack, then close the battery door
2. Remove the grass catcher
3. Wipe plastic parts with a soft, dry cloth and brush other parts with a soft-bristle brush
4. Loosen the handle knobs and fold down the top handle
5. Press the handle release button on each side and pull out the bottom handle
6. Place the folded handle and grass catcher on top of the mower
7. Store the mower in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from children and garden chemicals