Weed Eater 438184 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. Empty grass catcher Adjust handle height to suit WEEDEATER LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship For a period of two 2 years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser we will re pair or replace at our option without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions 1 This warranty does not apply to the engine transaxle transmission components battery except as noted below or components parts thereof Please refer to the applicable manufacturer s warranty on these items 2 Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or at tachment are the responsibility of the purchaser Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the pur chaser unless such return is requested by the manufacturer 3 Battery Warranty On products equipped with a Battery we will replace without charge to you any battery which we find to be defective in manufacture during the first ninety 90 days of ownership After ninety 90 days we will exchange the Battery charging you 1 12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale Battery must be maintained2. Stop lawn mower Release the switch Unplug power cord Inspect for damage Repair any damage before restarting and operating the lawn mower Use identical replacement blades only SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Operator presence control bar Start button Circuit breaker Mulcher Cam lock Extension cord retainer Grass catcher Single point height adjuster handle Mulcher door f ye Handle Discharge Y Ad Pa knob uard 9 ji wd OKA J 2 ON Motor housing MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our rotary walk behind lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute and the U S Consumer Product Safety Commission AWARNING The blade turns when the motor is running Operator presence control bar must Mulcher plug located at the rear dis be held down to the handle to start the charge opening Must be removed when motor Release to stop the motor converting to bagging operation Start button used for starting the motor Mulcher door allows conversion to Single point height adjuster used to discharging or bagging operation adjust cutting hei
3. WEEDEATER 26 BYE I LIBYA W 5 MANUAL MODEL NUMBER WE20C ELECTRIC POWERED 3 IN 1 20 ROTARY LAWN MOWER 438184 TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety 2 4 7 11 4 Maintenance 12 13 Troubleshooting 5 6 Waranty SAFETY RULES 4 WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using electric gardening appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire electric shock and personal injury READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS including the following MOWPR SAFETY GUIDELINES The information this manual contains will alert you to potential hazards and prevent possible problems It may not be practical or possible to warn about all the hazards associated with op erating or maintaining your lawn mower in this manual and we would advise you to use your own good judgment Familiarize yourself with your lawn mower know all the lawn mower con trols and how to operate them USER SAFETY The symbols below may appear in this manual and on your mower Learn and understand their meaning CAUTION DANGER To reduce risk of or Cut hazard electric shock do not WARNING keep hands expose to water or 1 A a DANGER
4. Beware of sharp blade keep hands and feet away children or and feet away Do not mow when are present keep bystanders away co operate on wet ground 7 r Beware of thrown objects from mower deck Remove objects that could be thrown by ue blade others Turn off mower and Read the Mow across slopes not remove plug from mains operator s up and down Do not mow before service inspection manual any slope that has an or if cord is damaged 2 angle of greater than 15 SAFETY RULES GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before starting Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the dis charge opening at all times Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire sticks etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Stay behind the handle when the motor is running Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Do not operate the mower when bare foot or wearing open sandals Always wear substantial foot wear Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while moving backwards N
5. Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your mower Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your mower is hazardous could damage your mower and void your warranty TO REMOVE BLADE 1 Use a wood block between blade and mower housing to prevent blade from turning when removing blade nut NOTE Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth 2 Remove blade nut by turning counter clockwise 3 Remove blade and attaching hardware nut square washer insulator washer Insulator washer Square washer 13 TO REPLACE BLADE 1 sure the trailing edge of blade op posite sharp edge is up toward the motor Install the square washer and insulated washer secure with blade nut Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower housing and tighten the blade nut turning clockwise The recommended tightening torque is 35 40 ft Ibs SHARPEN BLADE NOTE We do not recommend sharpening blade An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or motor 2 3 CLEANING WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock do not expose the mower to water IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of grass build up and trash Clean the underside of your mower after each use Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove buildup of grass and trash Clean motor cover often to keep trash from accumulat
6. in accordance with the instructions furnished 4 The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 45 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to al teration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or to normal wear of the product 6 Exclusions Excluded from this Warranty are belts blades blade adapters nor mal wear normal adjustments standard hardware and normal maintenance 7 the event you have a claim under this Warranty you must return the product to an authorized service dealer Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty contact Weed Eater In Canada contact Customer Service Department ee 9335 Harris Corners Parkway 5855 Terry Fox Way Chanot NE papa USA Mississauga Ontario L5V 3E4 giving the model number serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations
7. of how long an implied Warranty may last so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from locale to locale This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Mag nuson Moss Act of 1975
8. Connect extension cord to a live and properly grounded 120V AC 60 Hz receptacle Wait 5 minutes for motor to cool down Push circuit breaker to reset Tighten blade bolt replace blade adapter Press start button and hold down operator presence control bar to handle Replace operator presence control bar Loss of power Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass Cutting too much grass Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Walking speed too fast Raise cutting height Raise cutting height Clean underside of mower housing Cut at slower walking speed Poor cut uneven Excessive vibration Worn bent or loose blade Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Worn bent or loose blade Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Clean underside of mower housing Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Grass catcher not filling If so equipped Hard to push Cutting height too low Lift on blade worn off Catcher not venting air Grass is too high or wheel height is too low Lawn mower housing or or cutting blade dragging in grass Grass catcher too full Handle height position not right for you 15 Raise cutting height Replace blade Clean grass catcher Raise cutting height Raise lawn mower housing one 1 setting higher
9. e number of lawns ASSEMBLY TO REMOVE MOWER FROM CARTON Remove all loose parts from carton Remove lawn mower housing with care Avoid touching blade under housing Always wear gloves or other protection when working under or lifting mower ACAUTION Do not operate this lawn mower without the discharge guard or an entire approved grass catcher in place These guards are for your protection and are required by the American National Standards Institute and Consumer Products Safety Commission HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER TO UNFOLD HANDLE IMPORTANT Unfold handle carefully so as not to pinch or damage control cables Remove any packing material which may be between the upper and lower handles for shipping purposes Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the handle into the operating posi tion Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the handle mount ing bracket Align the holes between the upper handle and lower handles Insert the cam locks and tighten them with the wing nuts provided Secure the lower handle to the bracket with the knob on each side Wing nut Operator MOWING presence POSITION control bar j Cam lock Lower handle Handle knob PRE OPERATION POLARIZED APPLIANCE CONNECTIONS To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other and will require the use of a polarized extension cord The app
10. ed grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn Always mulch with your highest motor blade speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action For best results adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one third of the grass blades If the lawn is overgrown it will be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the motor and leaving clumps of mulched grass For extremely heavy grass reduce your width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly MAX 1 3 Wis Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings When doing a second cut mow across perpendicular to the first cut path Change your cutting pattern from week to week Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check for Loose Fasteners Clean Inspect Grass Catcher Check Tires Clean Lawn Mower Check Sharpen Replace Blade Lubrication Use a scraper to clean under deck GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been sub
11. ever direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Material may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces Do not operate the mower without the entire grasscatcher discharge guard rear guard or other safety protective devices in place and working Never leave a running machine unat tended See manufacturer s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories Only use accessories ap proved by the manufacturer Stop the motor when crossing gravel drives walks or roads Stop the motor whenever you leave the equipment before cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute Shut the motor off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Never operate machine in rain or on wet grass Always be sure of your footing keep a firm hold on the handle and walk never run Disengage the self propelled mecha nism on mowers so equipped before starting the motor If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally stop the motor and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operat ing mower ll SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to s
12. g Store mulcher plug in a safe place You can now install grass catcher To convert to mulching or discharging operation install mulcher plug into rear discharge opening of mower SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHING SIDE DISCHARGING Rear mulcher plug installed and rear Mulcher plug must be installed into rear door closed discharge opening of mower see above Mulcher door closed instructions FOR REAR BAGGING e Open mulcher door and install discharge Rear mulcher plug removed deflector under door as shown Grass catcher installed Mower is now ready for discharging Mulcher door closed operation To convert to mulching or bagging FOR SIDE DISCHARGING operation discharge deflector mustbe Rear mulcher plug installed and rear removed and mulcher door must be door closed closed Discharge deflector installed ACAUTION Do not run your lawn mower without rear mulcher plug or approved grass catcher in place Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open Open mulcher door 10 OPERATION MOWING TIPS A CAUTION Do not use de thatcher blade attachments on your mower Such attachments are hazardous will damage your mower and could void your warranty Under certain conditions such as when mowing very tall grass raise the mower height on the first cut to reduce pushing effort to av
13. ght of lawn mower OPERATION The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide WEAR YOUR FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower ACAUTION Federal regulations require a motor control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the risk of blade contact injury Do not under any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the operator control The blade turns when the motor is running EXTENSION CORD RETAINER This lawn mower is equipped with a cord retainer in order to prevent the extension cord from disconnecting from the power cord while the mower is in use The cord retainer hangs from the cord guide bar NOTE Do not plug the extension cord into the outlet until it has been connected to the cord retainer and plugged into the mower Fold the extension cord in order to form a tight loop near the retainer Push the loop through the hole in the retainer e Slide the loop over the retaining clip and pull down until the cord is secured vision safety mask wor
14. ing Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc GRASS CATCHER Grass catcher may be hosed with water but must be dry when used ACAUTION Under normal usage the catcher material is subject to deterioration and wear and should therefore be checked to ensure compliance with original manufacturer specifications STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a pe riod of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store a clean dry area Clean entire lawn mower See CLEAN ING in the Maintenance section of this manual Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual Be sure that all nuts bolts screws and pins are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting HANDLE You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage 1 Loosen the two cam locks on sides of the upper handle and allow handle to fold down to the rear 2 Loosen the two handle knobs on sides of the lower handle lift the sides of the lower handle past the enges of the handle brackets and pivot entire handle assembly forward and allow it to rest on mower When setting up your handle from the storage posit
15. ion the lower handle will require manually locking into the mowing position IMPORTANT When folding the handle for storage or transportation be sure to fold the handle as shown or you may damage the control cables Operator MOWING presence POSITION control bar ge wy SSS pif Whi Upper handle Cam lock Lower handle Handle knob EXTENSION CORD Wipe extension cord to remove any foreign substances such as oil or stains IMPORTANT Replace extension cord if cut or damaged in any way e Wind cord in a series of equal loops to prevent it from tangling OTHER e If possible store your unit indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt e Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust 14 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Does not start CAUSE Start button not depressed Extension cord not connected to power cord Extension cord not connected to power source Circuit breaker has tripped Loose blade or broken blade adapter Operator presence control bar in released position Operator presence control bar defective CORRECTION Press start button and hold down operator presence control bar to handle Reconnect extension cord and use cord retainer to keep the cord in place
16. jected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain mower as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit All adjustments in the Service and Adjust ments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year check blade for wear Follow the Maintenance Schedule in this manual BEFORE EACH USE Check for loose fasteners LUBRICATION Keep unit well lubricated Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil Mulcher door hinge rod Rear door hinge rod Spray lubricant Handle bracket mounting pins IMPORTANT Do not oil or grease plastic wheel bearings Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self lubricating bearings If you feel they must be lubricated use only a dry powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly 12 MAINTENANCE LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when per forming any maintenance IMPORTANT Always unplug electric mow ers before servicing cleaning or removing material from lawn mower TIRES Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemicals which can harm rub ber Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage BLADE CARE For best results blade must be kept sharp Replace a bent or damaged blade A CAUTION
17. liance plug will fit into a polar ized extension cord only way If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord reverse the plug If the plug still does not fit obtain a correct polarized extension cord e A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet reverse the plug If the plug still does not fit contact a quali fied electrician to install the proper wall outlet IMPORTANT Do not change the equipment plug extension cord receptacle or extension cord plug in any way 2 prong Properly grounded extension cord CAUTION In all cases make certain the receptacle in question is properly grounded If you are not sure have a certified electrician check the receptacle This mower is Double Insulated WARNING This mower is for outdoor use only Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations e Avoid Dangerous Environment Don t use lawn mowers in damp or wet loca tions Don t Use In Rain Keep Children Away All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area Dress Properly 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 Use Safety Glasses Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty Use Righ
18. lip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury All slopes require extra cau tion If you feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it DO Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps grass can hide obstacles DO NOT Do not trim near drop offs ditches or embankments The operator could lose footing or balance Do not cut excessively steep slopes Do not mow on wet grass Reduced footing could cause slipping CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alertto 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 watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and while walking backwards look behind and down for small children Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision The mower is not a toy can be very dangerous children should not use this mower Only responsible adults who have read the manual and understood all instructions should operate this mower SAFETY RULES IV GENERAL SERVICE Never run a machine inside a c
19. losed area Never make adjustments or repairs with the motor running Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equip ment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Allow machine to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the motor is running Always unplug electric mowers before adjusting cleaning or repairing Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Mower blade is sharp and can cut Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing it Do not attempt to change the motor s electronic settings or over speed the motor Maintain or replace safety and instruc tion labels as necessary Only use accessories or parts approved by the manufacturer Non approved parts or accessories can cause serious injury or damage and will void the war ranty This lawnmower is not to be used for commercial use Use only on personal property It should only be used on private lawns and should not be used to cut public parks playing fields farms forests or a larg
20. move the lever toward the rear Height adjuster lever LEVER BACKWARD TO RAISE MOWER LEVER FORWARD TO LOWER MOWER TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER 1 Lift the rear door of the lawn mower and place the grass catcher frame side hooks onto the door pivot pins 2 The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower housing when the rear door is low ered onto the grass catcher frame ACAUTION Do not run your lawn mower without mulcher plug or approved grass catcher in place Never attempt to op erate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open Pivot pins Rear door Grass catcher handle Catcher frame hook TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER 1 Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle 2 Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn mower handle 3 Empty clippings from bag NOTE Do not drag the bag when emptying It will cause unnecessary wear ACAUTION Under normal usage the catcher material is subject to deterioration and wear and should therefore be checked frequently for replacement Any replacement catcher should be checked to ensure compliance with original manufacturer s specifications Grass catcher frame handle fom 2 handle VS Pee OPERATION TO CONVERT MOWER Discharge deflector Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher To convert to bagging or discharging REAR BAGGING Open rear door and remove mulcher plu
21. mower by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle Keep cord from heat oil and sharp edges e Don t Force Lawn Mower It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed Don t Overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times e Stay Alert Watch what you are doing Use common sense Do not operate lawn mower when you are tired Disconnect Lawn Mower Disconnect the lawn mower from the power supply when not in use before servicing when changing accessories such as blades and the like Store Idle Lawn Mower Indoors When not in use lawn mower should be stored in an indoor dry and locked up place out of reach of children Maintain Lawn Mower With Care Keep cutting edges sharp and clean for best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Inspect lawn mower cord periodically and if damaged have it repaired by an authorized service facility Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease Keep guards in place and in working order Keep blades sharp Keep hands and feet away from cutting area Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can cause severe injuries to persons The lawn should always be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to each mowing If lawn mower strikes a foreign object follow these steps
22. n over spectacles TO START Press the start button Hold down operator presence control bar to handle Mower will begin to operate TO STOP To stop motor release operator pres ence control bar Let the blade come to a complete stop CIRCUIT BREAKER This mower is equipped with a circuit breaker in order to protect the supply circuit from short circuit overloads FOLLOW THESE STEPS IF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER POPS OUT Release the operator presence control bar and allow the mower to stop and cool down for 5 minutes After the mower has cooled down press the circuit breaker in order to reset it Resume operation FOLLOW THESE STEPS IF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER POPS OUT AGAIN SHORTLY AFTER THE FIRST TIME Release the operator presence control bar and allow the mower to stop and cool down for 15 to 30 minutes After the mower has cooled down press the circuit breaker in order to reset it Resume operation If the circuit breaker does not stay in or if it continues to pop out during operation contact the Toll Free Helpline at 1 800 849 1297 OPERATION TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT Adjust cutting height to suit your require ments Medium position is best for most lawns Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut All four wheels are adjusted by a single lever Pull adjuster lever toward wheel lower mower move lever forward to desired position To raise mower
23. oid overheating the motor and to avoid leaving clumps of grass clippings Make the second cut to the desired height For extremely heavy cutting reduce the width of cut For side discharge operation cut a counterclockwise direction starting at the outside of the area to be cut in order to spread grass clippings more evenly and to put less load on the motor To keep clippings off of walkways flower beds etc make the first cuts in a clock wise direction When using a lawn mower in moist heavy grass clumps of cut grass may not enter the grass catcher Reduce ground speed pushing speed and or run the lawn mower over the area a second time If a trail of grass clipping is left on the right side of the lawn mower during rear discharge operation mow in a clockwise direction with a small overlap to collect the clippings on the next pass Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt and dust with use and the catcher will collect less grass To prevent this regularly hose catcher off with water and let dry before use 11 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash See CLEANING in the Mainte nance section of this manual The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed Also the mulch
24. t Appliance Do not use lawn mower for any job except that for which it is intended e Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI protection should be provided on the circuit s or outlet s to be used for the lawn mower Receptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety WARNING To prevent electric shock use only with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use such as SW SOW STW STOW SJW SJOW or SUTOW Extension Cord Make sure your exten sion cord set is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current you re product will draw undersize cord will cause a drop in line voltage re sulting in loss of power and overheating The table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and name plate ampere rating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS AWG WHEN USING 120 V ONLY Amp Rating Not More Than 25 7 6 18 18 16 14 o e e eo e 6e m 2 No Recommended Total Length of Cord Feet meters 150 45 7 16 14 4 PRE OPERATION To reduce the likelihood of disconnec tion of lawn mower cord from the cord set during operation use the extension cord retainer supplied with the mower Don t Abuse Cord Never pull lawn
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