Reel Mowers, Etc MM-1 User's Manual
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1. two or more days can avoid this damage and maintain the health of the turf If the lawn is overgrown to higher than 4 5 inches it may be advisable to use a brush cutter to remove the excess turf mass before resuming mowing at normal heights Owner s Manual Sunlawn MM 1 INSPECT THE MOWING AREA 1 Before beginning to mow remove any foreign objects such as stones branches or bones from the area 2 Continue to check for such obstacles during mowing THE LAWN SHOULD BE RELATIVELY DRY 1 Mowing wet grass causes unevenness in the cut and difficulty with the clippings 2 Do not mow when it is raining MAINTENANCE CLEANING After using the mower clean with a moist cloth Spray the cylinder and cutting bar with silicon spray lube MAINTENANCE Regularly check to insure that all bolts nuts and screws are tight and that the mower is in good working order Worn out and damaged parts should be replaced The blades if properly cared for will mow for years before requiring sharpening Sharpening can only be done by a professional using a cylinder grinder and proper techniques STORAGE 1 Store the MM 1 in a cool dry place 2 The mower should be stored out of the reach of children READ USTI NG THE BLADE CLEARANCE The blades are optimally adjusted from the factory However after using the mower for a long period if the cut is not clean the blades need readjusting The procedure is as follows Owner2. HER OPTIONAL ACCESSORY The grass catcher collects the clippings as it mows It attaches at the grass catcher hooks on the mower and by the strap to the mower handle Mow using the same procedure as for normal mowing above Owner s Manual Sunlawn MM 1 The roller apron keeps clippings from falling down between the cutting bar and the roller thus missing the grass catcher The roller apron is installed just behind the cutting bar using the two screws provided Once the roller apron is installed it is not necessary to remove it whether or not you are using the grass catcher MOWING GENERAL INFORMATION THE 1 3 RULE This is the key to enjoyable mowing and a healthy lawn 1 The lawn should be mowed regularly at least once a week during the growing season 2 Be guided by observing the lawn and taking care not to remove more than 1 3 of the total height of the turf at any mowing 3 Following this rule will stimulate the turf s root growth maintain its health and encourage its natural ability to crowd out unwanted weeds If the lawn has become too high over 4 inches in height then it is best to set the mower higher than usual and mow then reset down to the normal level and mow again within a day or two Removing too much of the turf s height especially in the heat of summer can cause root shock and weaken the lawn bringing down the height by successive mowings over
3. Owner s Manual for Sunlawn Manual Reel Mower Model MM 1 Sunlawn Sunlawn Inc 325 Garfield Street Fort Collins CO 80524 Tel 970 493 5284 FAX 970 493 5202 For service inquiries parts replacement and maintenance tips see www sunlawn com 2006 by Sunlawn Inc Owner s Manual Sunlawn MM 1 BEFORE USING THE NEW MANUAL REEL MOWER Please read this guide and use these operating instructions to become familiar with the mower and its features The notes on safety and maintenance procedures are important for the use and enjoyment of this product WARRANTY Sunlawn Inc the Manufacturer guarantees this product for private use for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase This guarantee applies to all serious defects of the product which can be proven to have been caused by faulty materials or workmanship The Manufacturer has the option of supplying a replacement of the product in perfect working order or repairing the product free of charge at an authorized facility provided that the following conditions are fulfilled e The appliance has been handled correctly and in accordance with the instructions in the Owner s Manual e Neither the buyer nor a third party has attempted to repair the product This guarantee is void if replacement parts or accessories are used other than those approved by the Manufacturer The product accompanied by a copy of the original receipt must be deliver
4. ed prepaid to a service center authorized by the Manufacturer This Manufacturer s guarantee shall not affect any guarantee claims against the dealer or seller of the product USE OF THIS PRODUCT This mower is designed for use on residential lawns It is not designed for commercial use or for use in public facilities parks sporting grounds roads or in agriculture or forestry areas This mower is for cutting lawns only It must not be used to trim hedges bushes or shrubs for cutting or pruning or for any mowing where both wheels and the roller are not fully supporting the mower m Owner s Manual Sunlawn MM 1 ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST Please check when unpacking the unit to be sure that all items listed below are included A Mower B 3 handle sections 1 each upper middle lower C 4 handle bolts D 4 wing nuts E Stainless steel blade adjustment gauge F Roller apron with mounting screws not shown See Mowing Using The Grass Catcher section pages 4 5 G Owner s Manual not shown A B Cc D Ton ao sel D Iio l ooN B ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE SECTI ONS 1 Set the cutting height to the highest setting See Operation section Adjusting the cutting height page 3 This will make it easier to attach the lower handle section Owner s Manual Sunlawn MM 1 2 Fit the lower section of the handle so that the holes are over the handle posts on t
5. he mower Then rock the handle to align the locking tabs and allow the handle section to fit into place Top Middle Handle Mount Hole 3 Continue assembly of the middle and top sections of the handle using the handle bolts and wing nuts OPERATION ADJ USTI NG THE CUTTING HEI GHT The cutting height of the MM 1 may be adjusted from approximately 1 2 inch up to approximately 2 1 4 inches Actual height may vary according to the height of the turf Adjust the mower to the desired height as follows 1 Loosen the two large black knobs one on each side of the mower body to allow movement of the roller arms NOTE the handle is mounted to the roller arms and thus moves with the arms Owner s Manual Sunlawn MM 1 2 Set the height using the scale on the back of the roller arms to the same setting on both sides and re tighten the black knobs The mower is now ready to mow at the desired height setting STARTING AND OPERATION WARNING e Before starting the mower check within the blade area for any foreign objects and remove them e Do not operate the mower on areas other than turf surfaces The mower should be sitting on its wheels on a level part of the lawn before starting operation NORMAL MOWING To obtain a clean cut push the mower in straight lines passes at a deliberate walking pace Overlap the passes to even the cut and to avoid any uncut strips MOWING USING THE GRASS CATC
6. s Manual Sunlawn MM 1 1 Turn the mower over to expose the cutting bar 2 Using a 10mm open end wrench turn the hex bolt at one end of the cutting bar until the cutting bar and cylinder come into contact Then back off the bolt about 1 8 turn until the cutting bar and cylinder are no longer in contact 3 Make the same adjustment at the other end of the cutting bar 4 Now check the adjustment using the small 0 05mm gauge silver strip supplied with the MM 1 or any 0 05mm feeler gauge If the gauge is held by the cylinder blades but the cylinder and cutting bar are not touching then the adjustment is correct 5 The blades may also be tested by inserting a piece of paper vertically into the blades while turning them by hand WARNING Be careful of injury handle the blades carefully to avoid cutting yourself Wear appropriate gloves or hand protection Owner s Manual Sunlawn MM 1 TECHNICAL DATA Mower Cutting width 40 cm Weight with battery 35 2 Ib Cutting height rough from floor 4 to 2 2 inches
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