Why won't my RYOBI 80V Lithium Zero Turn Ride-On Mower blades rotate?

Last update: 05/04/2023, 15:45

Applicable Models

R80XZTR30, R80XZTR42, R80XZTR54

Possible Cause Solution
The battery charge is low. Charge the battery.
The side discharge interlock switch is not engaged by the side discharge chute. Push down the side discharge chute, and make sure that it fully presses the side discharge interlock switch.
The blade engage knob is down. Pull up the blade engage knob to activate the blades.
The operator is not fully seated. Sit down fully on the seat.
There is a build-up of debris under the mower. Clean the underside of the mower deck.

 

If your blades won't rotate in reverse: 
Possible Cause Solution
The blade engage knob is down. Pull up the blade engage knob to activate the blades.

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