Homelite UT13122 User's Manual
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1. WRENCH BLOCK OF WOOD Fig 12 Page 13 MAINTENANCE E Place the new blade on the shaft against the fan assembly Make sure it is installed with the curved ends pointing up toward the mower deck and not down toward the ground WR Replace the blade insulator and spacer then thread the blade nut on the shaft and finger tighten NOTE Make certain all parts are replaced in the exact order in which they were removed WR Torque the blade nut down using a torque wrench not provided to ensure the bolt is properly tightened The recommended torque for the blade nut is 450 600 in Ibs SHARPENING THE BLADE See Figure 14 For best mowing performance the mower blade must be kept sharp A dull blade does not cut grass evenly and over loads the motor Under normal circumstances sharpening the blade twice during the mowing season is usually suf ficient However if your lawn has sandy soil more frequent sharpenings may be required E Following the instructions in the Replacing the Cutting Biade section remove the mower blade DO NOT attempt to sharpen the blade while it is attached to the mower SPACER oan NUT A WARNING When removing inspect the blade carefully If blade is bent or damaged replace immediately with a new blade Failure to replace a bent or damaged blade could cause an accident resulting in possible serious injury E Using a fine tooth file or stone sharpen cutting edges on both ends of the2. s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer Clear the work area before each use Remove all objects such as rocks sticks wire bones toys or other objects which can be thrown by the blade Stay behind the handle when the motor is running Avoid holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may Page 3 cause the material to ricochet back toward the operator Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident Walk never run Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view Do not pull the mower backward unless absolutely necessary If you must back the mower away from a wall or obstruction first look down and behind to avoid tripping Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Ma terial may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces Objects struck by the lawn mo
3. Deflector Mulching Plug Grass Catcher Charger Operator s Manual FEATURES e ae a MOTOR BLADE CONTROL ASSEMBLY The motor blade control located on the upper handle of the mower engages and disengages the motor and blade MULCHING PLUG Your mower is equipped with a mulching plug that cuts and recuts the grass for finer clippings SWITCH KEY The switch key must be inserted before the mower can be started SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR Use the side discharge deflector on your mower when the grass is too high to mulch or when side discharging is preferred The grass clippings produced when using the side discharge deflector are noticeably larger than those produced when using the mulching plug AX WARNING if any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced Failure to heed this warning so could result in serious personal injury A WARNING Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces sories not recommended for use with this product Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury A WARNING Do not insert switch key until assembly is complete Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury AA WARNING To prevent accidental starting do not make any adjust ments or installations with the switch key inser
4. product and service part is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective product or part from the original date of purchase for two 2 years except for the conditions circumstances and parts listed below THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE AND DOES NOT COVER The battery for more than one year from date of purchase Products sold damaged or incomplete sold as is sold reconditioned or used as rental equipment Delivery installation or normal adjustments explained in the operator s manual Damage or liability caused by shipping improper handling improper installation incorrect voltage or improper wiring improper maintenance improper modification or the use of accessories and or attachments not specifically recommended Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence or the failure to install operate maintain and store the product according to the instructions in the operator s manual Damage caused by cold heat rain excessive humidity corrosive environments and materials or other contaminants Expendable items that become worn during normal use Cosmetic defects that do not interfere with tool functionality Freight costs from customer to vendor Repair and transportation costs of products or parts determined not to be defective ANY INCIDENTAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS DAMAGE OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT FAILU
5. HANDLE See e e ERS ZC e ory BRC wre HOOKS REAR DISCHARGE DOOR OPENINGS a HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ses LEVER e LOWEST HIGHEST BLADE BLADE SETTING SETTING Fig 6 A warnine Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom mended by the manufacturer of this product The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this product Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury APPLICATIONS You may use this product for the purpose listed below E Mowing your lawn Page 10 OPERATION BATTERY METER See Figure 7 Since the mower battery is shipped in a low charge condi tion the battery must be charged before use The battery has 5 LED lights to indicate battery capacity These lights will only illuminate when the mower is running If 3 GREEN lights illuminate the battery is charged and ready for use 2 green lights are equal to 50 80 charge while 1 green light is equal to 30 50 charge If the AMBER light illuminates the battery will soon require charging it is recommended that the battery be charged at this point The battery is at 5 30 charge when the yellow light illuminates if the RED light illuminates and or flashes at any time the O C battery must be charged IMMEDIA
6. LECTOR i Cos Zb EE ey Safe os SE NH eid ee VW V BE Ges e ea a2 ei DS EE SE SE E LEE C e oo i SC CEA ES We A it SG di 1 SN E Vi MOTOR BLADE CONTROL ASSEMBLY Ki SE K MULCHING PLUG EE BATTERY wee E i a CHARGER pm Fig 1 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER See Figure 7 The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting Before use of this product familiarize yourself with all op erating features and safety rules BATTERY METER The battery meter measures the amount of charge remain ing in the battery GRASS CATCHER The grass catcher prevents grass clippings from being strewn across your lawn as you mow HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER The height adjustment lever provides cutting height adjustments UNPACKING This product requires assembly E Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included E Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping E Do not discard the packing material until you have care fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product WI any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 866 457 5888 for assistance PACKING LIST Mower Switch key Side Discharge
7. N em noA WR Lower the rear discharge door 0 LE REAR MULCHING DISCHARGE HANDLE Ga OPENING gig 4 Page 9 ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER See Figure 5 NOTE When using the grass catcher do not install either the side discharge deflector or the mulching plug WR Lift the rear discharge door WR Lift the grass catcher by its handle and place under the rear discharge door so that the hooks on the grass catcher are seated on the door rod E Release the rear discharge door When installed correctly the hooks on the grass catcher will extend through the openings on the rear discharge door SETTING BLADE HEIGHT See Figure 6 When shipped the wheels on the mower are set to a low cutting position Before using the mower for the first time raise the cutting position to the height best suited for your lawn The average lawn should be between 1 1 2 in to 2 in during cool months and between 2 in and 3 1 4 in during hot months To adjust the blade height E To raise the blade height grasp the height adjustment lever and move it toward the back of the mower E To lower the blade height grasp the height adjustment lever and move it toward the front of the mower WARNING Do not allow familiarity with this type of product to make you careless Remember that a careless fraction of asecond is sufficient to inflict serious injury OPERATION GRASS CATCHER FERRIES A509 0 e SE Ce
8. OPERATOR S MANUAL 20 in 24 VOLT CORDLESS LAWN MOWER UT13122 Your lawn mower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability ease of operation and operator safety Properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product Thank you for your purchase SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TABLE OF CONTENTS EE A beten PIERO e EECH 2 General Safety IEN EE 3 Spacie Sale EE 3 4 Symbols nsss GENEE 5 6 PO AUIS EA E E E E EE A E E T E E ee Eege 7 8 PASS e EE 8 10 OD RAMON SNE 10 12 Maintenance REENEN 13 15 WNW TSS ee ue EE 16 Exploded VieW P arte EIS EE 1 E EE 18 Pans Ordening OEIC Eege Back Page This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate __GENERAL SAFETY RULES E Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when A WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below and on the machine may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS E This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to obs
9. RE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you ANY NON RESIDENTIAL USE OR COMMERCIAL USE VOIDS ALL WARRANTIES CALL US FIRST Call us first with questions about operating or maintaining your lawn mower at 1 866 457 5888 between 7 30 a m 4 30 p m Eastern Standard Time or send emails to homelite reelin com Page 18 OPERATOR S MANUAL 20 in 24 VOLT CORDLESS LAWN MOWER UT13122 SERVICE For parts or service contact your nearest Homelite authorized service dealer Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit For the location of the authorized service dealer nearest you please call 1 866 457 5888 or visit us online at www homelite com REPAIR PARTS The model number of this tool is found on a plate or label attached to the housing Please record the serial number in the space provided below MODEL NUMBER UT13122 SERIAL NUMBER HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS INC 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson SC 29625 Phone 1 866 457 5888 www homelite com 987000 039 11 17 06 REV 00
10. Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should A WARNING be performed only by a qualified service technician For To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use this service we suggest you return the product to your nearest product until you read thoroughly and understand com AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair When servic pletely the operator s manual If you do not understand ing use only identical replacement parts the warnings and instructions in the operator s manual do not use this product Call Homelite customer service for assistance Ad WARNING The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can result in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles or safety y glasses with side shields and when needed a full face shield We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI 287 1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Page 6 FEATURES 8 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MAIS OL EE 24 V DC only Height Adjustments sscccussersesenseees 1 1 2 in to 3 3 4 in No load Speed WEE 3 600 r min RPM Mee eege e 7 in front 8 in rear Cutting Pathes erena COs WENE EE 87 lb GRASS CATCHER SIDE DISCHARGE DEF
11. TELY before use There is less than 5 of battery charge when the red light comes on NOTE When the red light illuminates you must stop the mower and charge the battery immediately or it will reduce the life of the battery CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK See Figures 7 8 The lawn mower comes with a maintenance free sealed 24 volt storage battery m Remove the switch key E Charge the battery pack only with the charger provided E Allow at least 17 hours of charge time before initial use of the mower E Make sure the power supply is normal household voltage 120 volts 60 Hz AC only E The battery should be charged in a cool dry place E Toimprove battery life store battery indoors in a controlled climate Fully charge battery pack every 30 days E Since the battery will not develop a memory it does not LIGHT METER at 624 BATTERY METER have to be fully discharged before recharging E Two red lights on the charger should come on indicating 2 to 3initial charging discharging cycles may be required you have power and the battery is being charged The red to achieve maximum run time capacity light should extinguish and a green light will come on when m When fully charged the battery can be safely stored in charging is complete It takes approximately 17 hours to temperatures down to 40 F for a period of up to two charge a fully discharged mower weeks before requiring charging Fully charge bat
12. WITCH KEY A WARNING When servicing use only identical replacement parts Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust If operation is dusty also wear a dust mask GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use Use clean cloths to remove dirt dust oil grease etc A WARNING Do not at any time let brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products penetrating oils etc come in contact with plastic parts Chemicals can damage weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury Periodically check all nuts and bolts for proper tightness to ensure safe operation of the mower Remove any buildup of grass and leaves on or around the motor cover Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth occa sionally Do not use water LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a suf ficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions Therefore no further bearing lubrication is required At the beginning and end of each mowing season E Lubricate the springs on the rear discharge door with light oll E Lubricate the height adjustmentlever and re
13. blade removing equal amounts of material from both ends BALANCING THE BLADE See Figure 15 When sharpening care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibra tion when the mower is running This vibration will eventually cause damage to the mower especially the motor To check the blade balance E Clamp a screwdriver horizontally in a vise as shown NOTE If a vise is not available a straight nail can also be used E Place the center hole of blade on the screwdriver or nail shank mM if blade is balanced it will remain in a horizontal position If either end of the blade drops downward sharpen the heavy side until the blade is balanced Page 14 REPLACING WHEELS See Figure 16 To replace a wheel E Stop the motor and remove the switch key E Turn the mower on its side E Using a flat blade screwdriver pry off the hubcap E Remove the cotter pin from the wheel axle then remove the wheel E Replace with new tire and insert new cotter pin to secure E Replace hubcap STORING THE MOWER See Figure 17 E Remove the switch key and store in a secure location out of the reach of children Turn mower on its side and clean grass clippings that have accumulated on the underside of the mower deck E Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth WR Check all nuts bolts knobs screws fasteners etc for tightness E inspect moving parts for damage breakage a
14. erve all safety instructions could result in serious injury or death Do not use the lawn mower in damp or wet conditions or operate in the rain Keep the area clear of all bystanders children and pets while mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watch ful care of a responsible adult other than the operator e Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area e Never allow children to operate the machine e Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry They can be caught in moving parts Use of rubber gloves and footwear is recommended when working outdoors Keep firm footing and balance Do not overreach Overreaching can result in loss of balance wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces Do not leave the mower unattended while running Keep hands and feet away from cutting area Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times Operate the lawn mower only in daylight or good artificial light Always wear safety glasses wi
15. ht adjustment assy Left 1 36 Height adjustment assy Right 1 37 Bolt M10 x 20 MM ssssssessnesasasssnreosss 4 38 Flange nut M10 cccscscesccevessusaservianvans 4 39 Height adjustment handle assessors 1 40 Height adjustment shaft ren 1 41 Spring DOAN sei sissies 1 42 Cap screw M5 x 15 mm 4 43 Lock fu 10 44 Motor EE 1 45 Rear discharge door 1 46 Rear discharge pin EE 1 47 Ring washer EE 2 48 49 No 3340138 3490137 3410238 3420138 1 3330637 3220136 3320338 3340237 3410338 3410438 3410237 3410535 3331435 3331238 1 3320238 3221037 33301 90 3330191 3220436 3410835 3 3221237 3490291 3330291 3411135 3320237 Description Rear compression Spring nu Soft grip Mulching plug Rear shield Side discharge bracket Flange nut M6 x 8 mm Side discharge pin Side compression Spring cessseseeces Side discharge door Spindle guard DReneg nnhegegengeeoegepenaeenen Blade nut M10 x 1 25 mm een Upper handle Lower handle Bolt M8 sesers IER Lock nut M4 Grass catcher Or MING WEE SREP RPP SPREE See ee PRES SPFEP EFAS TAPP ET REPRE NN LIMITED WARRANTY BATTERY POWERED MODELS This product is manufactured for the Great States Corporation lawn mower company under license from Homelite Consumer Products Inc Great States Corporation Shelbyville Indiana has been making lawn mowers for over 100 years and it warrants to the original owner that each new
16. ings E Do not cut wet grass It will stick to the underside of the deck and prevent proper mulching of grass clippings WR New or thick grass may require a narrower cut SWITCH E Clean the underside of the mower deck after each use CONTROL to remove grass clippings leaves dirt and any other j accumulated debris Fig 9 SLOPE OPERATION E Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents that can result in severe injury Operation on slopes requires extra caution If you feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it For your safety do not attempt to mow slopes greater than 15 degrees E Mow across the face of slopes not up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes R Watch for holes ruts rocks hidden objects or bumps which can cause you to slip or trip Tall grass can hide ob stacles Remove all objects such as rocks tree limbs etc which could be tripped over or thrown by the blade BR Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury If you feel you are Josing your balance release the switch control lever immediately Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments you could lose your footing or balance EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER See Figure 11 E Liftthe grass catcher by its handle and lift to remove from mower E Empty grass clippings Liftthe rear discharge door and reinstall the grass catcher as described earlier in this manual S
17. ippings sticking to the Wait until the grass dries before underside of the deck mowing Mower hard to push High grass rear of mower housing Raise cutting height and blade dragging in heavy grass or cutting height too low Mower vibrating at higher speed Blade is unbalanced Balance the blade by grinding each cutting edge equally Bent motor shaft Stop the motor disconnect the power source and inspect for damage Have repaired by an authorized service center before restarting CALL US FIRST For any questions about operating or maintaining your product call the Homelite Help Line Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction Page 16 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST Key No OOnN OCA ONDM Part No 3130139 2 3110139 1 3110239 1 3220575 3420191 3410391 3420291 3331638 3290135 3330639 1 3340137 1 3330239 1 3330539 1 3221637 3220737 3410239 1 3320239 1 3330437 1 3220608 3220439 3410390 3330438 3320138 3220191 Key Description Qty No Mower motor deck as 1 25 Front axle assembly ccccsssescccuces 1 26 Rear axle assembly nsssasssesoersusnnssnana 1 2 Screw Pan Hd sisssesccxsctvsvastensseatieave 4 28 7 in front WHEEL scccccecsesseneserceves 2 29 EE 4 30 8 in rear wheel een 2 31 Washer 13 5 X 20 x 1 5 in s00 4 32 Cotter EE 4 33 PINKO AN EE 1 34 Extension Spring cccsseesssssecereeenes 1 35 Heig
18. lated hardware with light oil E Remove the wheels and lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel with light oil E Remove the blade and blade hub assembly and lubricate the motor shaft with light oil or engine oil See Replacing the Cutting Blade for instructions on remov ing the blade MAINTENANCE o A WARNING Always protect hands by wearing heavy gloves and or wrapping the cutting edges of the blade with rags and other material when performing blade maintenance Failure to heed this warning so could result in serious personal injury A WARNING Before performing any maintenance make sure the mower is unplugged from the power supply and the switch key is removed Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury REPLACING THE CUTTING BLADE See Figure 12 13 Since the mower is equipped with a sealed battery the mower can be tipped for maintenance without the danger of acid spillage NOTE Only use identical replacement blades WR Stop the motor and remove the switch key Allow blade to come to a complete stop E Turn the mower on its side E Wedge a block of wood between the blade and mower deck to prevent the blade from turning E Loosen the blade nut using a 15 mm wrench or socket not provided E Remove the blade nut spacer blade insulator and blade Make certain the fan assembly is pushed completely against the motor shaft
19. lyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin It may be toxic if swallowed lf electrolyte contacts the skin wash it off immediately with water lf electrolyte contacts the eyes flush thoroughly and immediately with water Seek medical attention SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock fire or serious personal injury Do not service mower with switch key or charger in Stalled Do not use the charger when the ambient temperature is above 40 C or below 0 C Page 4 geg Sta e a RER Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug which could cause shorting and electric shock If damaged have the charger replaced by an authorized serviceman Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way Take it to an authorized serviceman for electrical check to determine if the charger is in good working order Unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock Disconnect charger from the power suppl
20. nd wear Have repairs made on any damaged or missing parts E Store mower indoors in a clean dry place out of the reach of children E Do not store near corrosive materials such as fertilizer or rock salt To lower the handle before storing E Fully loosen the handle knobs on the sides of the handle and fold the upper handle down E Push inward on each side of the lower handle and lift the sides of the lower handle past the edges of the handle mounting brackets BATTERY MAINTENANCE It is recommended to charge the mower every 2 months for optimum performance when not in use If the battery has been in storage for a long time without recharging it will be in a low charge state Page 15 MAINTENANCE f HUBCAP WK d COTTER P IN SEREN d WHEEL AXLE UPPER HANDLE LOWER HANDLE TROUBLESHOOTING rer LI rege me gt Handle not in position Carriage bolts not seated properly Adjust the height of the handle and make sure the carriage bolts are seated properly Handle knobs not tightened Tighten handle knobs Mower not starting Battery is low in charge Charge the battery Battery is either defective or will not Replace the battery take a charge Mower cutting grass unevenly Lawn is rough or uneven or cutting Move the wheels to a higher posi height not set properly tion All wheels must be placed in the same cutting height for the mower to cut evenly Mower not mulching properly Wet grass cl
21. struct others who may use this product If you loan someone this tool loan them these instructions also SYMBOLS _ Some of the following symbols may be used on this product Please study them and learn their meaning Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION EXPLANATION NEE ES Time Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations wink To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand Read The Operator s Manual Sperator s manual before using this product Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and as necessary a full face shield when operating this product Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety Failure to use in dry conditions and to observe safe practices can Eye Protection Electric Shock result in electric shock Page 5 SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could A result in death or serious injury Q CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Without
22. ted Page 8 ASSEMBLY A WARNING Never operate the mower without the proper safety de vices in place and working Never operate the mower with damaged safety devices Failure to heed this warning can HANDLE result in serious personal injury LOWER ADJUSTING HANDLE b HANDLE See Figure 2 E Fully loosen the handle knobs on both sides of the handle E Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the handle into operating position Make certain the handles snap into place securely WR Tighten the handle knobs on both sides of the handle to secure INSTALLING SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR SIDE See Figure 3 DISCHARGE NOTE When using the side discharge deflector do not install either mulching plug or grass catcher E Lift the side discharge door E Align the grooves on the deflector with the pins on the underside of the door W Lower the deflector until the hooks on the mower deck are secured in the openings in the deflector Release the deflector and door INSTALLING THE MULCHING PLUG See Figure 4 NOTE When using the mulching plug do not install either the side discharge deflector or the grass catcher WR Lift the rear discharge door SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR Fig 3 Grasp the mulching plug by its handle and tilt at an approximate 15 degree angle REAR St JADA WR Insert the plug into the rear discharge opening DISCHARGE WAG DOOR e SS F am Q
23. tery STARTING STOPPING THE MOWER pack every 30 days See Figure 9 E The battery charger should be operated in temperatures between 23 F and 104 F E Insert the switch key into the slot on the motor plade E The battery supplied is sealed maintenance free and spill control assembly free WR Rotate the lever release counterclockwise and hold to TO CHARGE allow access to the switch control lever See Figures 7 8 m Pull the switch control lever toward the mower handle and aR th Eegen DEE GE let go of the lever release Continue to hold the switch Ge control lever against the mower handle as you mow of the reach of children m Plug the charger connector into the receptacle on the To stop the mower release the switch control lever mower NOTE A high pitched noise and sparking may occur as E Insert the 120 volt plug of the charger into the wall recep the electric motor decelerates This is normal tacle Page 11 OPERATION MOWING TIPS See Figure 10 WR Make sure the lawn is clear of stones sticks wires and other objects that could damage the lawn mower blades or motor Such objects could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others Fora healthy lawn always cut off one third or less of the total length of the grass SWITCH E When cutting heavy grass reduce walking speed to allow for more effective cutting and a proper discharge of the clipp
24. th side shields Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses They are NOT safety glasses Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury Use face mask if operation is dusty Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 standard when operating this product Use the right appliance Do not use the lawn mower for any job except that for which it is intended Do not force the lawn mower It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the lawn mower Do not operate the mower while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating the lawn mower may result in serious personal injury Keep machine in good working condition Keep blades sharp and guards in place and in working order Check all nuts bolts and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Stop the motor and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before cleaning the lawn mower removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge guard When not in use mower should be stored indoors in a dry locked up place out of the reach of children GEET i E Do not operate the mower without the entire grass catcher discharge guard rear guard or other safety protective devices in place and working Follow manufacturer
25. wer blade can cause severe injuries to persons The lawn should always be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to each mowing E If the lawn mower strikes a foreign object follow these steps e Stop the lawn mower and release the switch control lever e Disconnect the power cord e Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage e Repair any damage before restarting and continuing to operate the mower Stop the motor remove the switch key and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the motor is shut off Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating H the mower should start to vibrate abnormally stop the motor and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Service on the product must be performed by qualified repair personnel only Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in injury to the user or damage to the product Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the product Use of unauthorized parts may create a risk of serious injury to the user or damage to the product Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury Do not open or mutilate battery ies Released electro
26. y when not in use to prevent damage to the charger during a power surge Risk of electric shock Do not touch uninsulated portion of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal Do not expose charger to wet or damp conditions Water entering charger will increase the risk of electric shock Make sure cord is jocated so that it will not be stepped on tripped over come in contact with sharp edges or moving parts or otherwise subjected to damage or stress This will reduce the risk of accidental falls which could cause injury and damage to the cord which could result in electric shock Keep cord and charger away from heat to prevent damage to housing or internal parts Do not let gasoline oils petroleum based products etc come in contact with plastic parts They contain chemicals that can damage weaken or destroy plastic An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock If extension cord must be used make sure a That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of plug on charger b That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition and c That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger as specified below Cord Length Feet 25 50 100 Cord Size AWG 16 16 8 NOTE AWG American Wire Gauge Save these instructions Refer to them frequently and use them to in
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