PowerStroke PS21ESLM Le manuel du propriétaire

Marque: PowerStroke

Modèle: PS21ESLM

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

MANUEL D’UTILISATION / MANUAL DEL OPERADOR

21 in. LAWN MOWER

21 po TONDEUSE / 1 pulg. PODADORA

PS21ESLM

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SERVICE CLIENTELE / SERVICIO AL CLIENTE

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GUARDE ESTE MANUAL

PARA FUTURAS CONSULTAS

WARNING: To reduce the

risk of injury, the user must read and

understand the operator’s manual before

using this product.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 Important Safety Instructions ............2-4

 Symbols ............................................5-6

 Features ...............................................6

 Assembly ..........................................7-8

 Operation ........................................9-11

 Maintenance .................................12-15

 Troubleshooting .................................16

 Warranty .............................................17

 Parts Ordering / Service ....... Back Page

AVERTISSEMENT : Pour

réduire les risques de blessures,

l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien

comprendre le manuel d’utilisation avant

d’employer ce produit.

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

 Instructions importantes

concernant la sécurité ......................2-4

 Symboles ..........................................5-6

 Caractéristiques ................................... 6

 Assemblage ......................................7-8

 Utilisation ........................................9-11

 Entretien ........................................12-15

 Dépannage .........................................16

 Garantie .............................................17

 Commande de pièces /

réparation ............................Páge arrière

ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir

el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer

y comprender el manual del operador

antes de usar este producto.

ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO

 Instrucciones de seguridad

importantes .......................................2-4

 Símbolos ...........................................5-6

 Características .....................................6

 Armado .............................................7-8

 Funcionamiento ..............................9-11

 Mantenimiento ..............................12-15

 Corrección de problemas ..................16

 Garantía .............................................17

 Pedidos de piezas/

servicio ............................ Pág. posterior

NOTICE AVIS AVISO

Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this

product. It is a violation of federal

law and will damage the unit and

void your warranty. Only use unleaded gasoline containing

up to 10% ethanol.

Ne pas utiliser d’essence E15 ou E85 dans ce produit. Une

telle utilisation représente une violation de la loi fédérale

et endommagera l’appareil et annulera la garantie. Utiliser

seulement de l’essence sans plomb ne contenant pas plus

de 10 % d’éthanol.

No utilice combustibles E15 o E85 con este producto. Esto

constituye una violación a la ley federal, dañará la unidad

y anulará la garantía. Use únicamente gasolina sin plomo

con un contenido de hasta 10 % de etanol.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR

FUTURE REFERENCE CONSERVER CE MANUEL

POUR FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE

Fig. 1

A - Handle knob (bouton de la poignée, perilla del mango)

B - Grass catcher (collecteur d’herbe, receptor de hierba)

C - Start key (clé de démarrage, llave del arranque)

D - Upper handle (poignée supérieure, mango superior)

E - Start bail/operator presence control (levier de démarrage/détecteur de

présence de l’utilisateur, palanca de arranque/control de presencia de

operador)

F - Drive bail (levier d’entraînement, palanca de impulsión)

G - Lower handle (poignée inférieure, mango inferior)

H - Battery (batterie, batería)

I - Fuel valve (robinet de carburant, válvula de combustible)

See this fold-out section for all of the figures

referenced in the operator’s manual.

Consulter l’encart à volets afin d’examiner toutes les figures mentionnées dans le manuel d’utilisation.

Consulte esta sección desplegable para ver todas las figuras

a las que se hace referencia en el manual del operador.

J - Mulching plug (déflecteur pour déchiquetage, tapón para trituración)

K - Muffler/muffler guard (silencieux/garde de silencieux, silenciador/

protección del silenciador)

L - Battery charger/maintainer (chargeur/mainteneur de batterie, cargador/

mantenedor de la batería)

- Side discharge deflector (déflecteur d’éjection latérale, deflector de

descarga lateral)

N - Starter grip and rope (poignée du lanceur avec corde, mango del

arrancador y cuerda)

O - Height adjustment lever (levier de réglage de la hauteur, palanca de

ajuste de altura)

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Fig. 2

A - Lower handle (poignée inférieure, mango inferior)

B - Bolt (boulon, perno)

C - Washer (rondelle, arandela)

D - Handle knob (bouton de la poignée, perilla del mango)

E - Mounting bracket (support de fixation, soporte de montaje)

F - Handle angle hole positions (trous de position d’angle de poignée,

posiciones del orificio según el ángulo del mango)

Fig. 5

Fig. 3

A - Rear discharge door (couvercle d’éjection arrière, puerta de descarga

posterior)

B - Rear discharge opening (ouverture d’éjection arrière, abertura de

descarga posterio)

C - Mulching plug (insert broyeur, tapón para trituración)

A - Upper handle (poignée supérieure, mango superior)

B - Handle knob (bouton de la poignée, perilla del mango)

C - Rope guide (guide câble, guía de la cuerda)

D - Starter grip and rope (poignée du lanceur avec corde, mango del

arrancador y cuerda)

Fig. 4

A - Grass catcher handle (collecteur d’herbe, mango

del receptor de hierba)

B - Groove (rainure, ranura)

C - Rear discharge door (couvercle d’éjection

arrière, puerta de descarga posterior)

D - Rear discharge opening (ouverture d’éjection

arrière, abertura de descarga lateral)

E - Hooks (crochets, ganchos)

Fig. 6

A - Side discharge deflector (déflecteur d’éjection latérale, deflector de

descarga lateral)

B - Side discharge door (couvercle d’éjection latérale, puerta de descarga

lateral)

C - Grooves (rainures, ranuras)

D - Pins (goupilles, pasadores)

Fig. 14

A - Start key (clé de démarrage, llave del

arranque)

B - Start bail/operator presence control (levier

de démarrage/détecteur de présence de

l’utilisateur, palanca de arranque/control

de presencia de operador)

C - Drive bail (levier d’entraînement, palanca

de impulsión)

D - Handle (poignée, mango)

E - Fuel valve OPEN (robinet de carburant à la

position ouvert, válvula de combustible en

la posición ABIERTO)

Fig. 13

A - Height adjustment lever (levier de réglage de

la hauteur, palanca de ajuste de altura)

B - Lowest blade setting (le plus bas réglage de

la lame, ajuste más bajo de la hoja)

C - Highest blade setting (le plus haut réglage de

la lame, ajustes de cuchilla más alto)

Fig. 8

Fig. 7

A - Battery (batterie, batería)

B - Cable from battery (câble de la batterie,

cable de la batería)

C - Cable from mower (câble de la tondeuse,

cable de la podadora)

A - Fuel cap (bouchon de carburant, tapa del

tanque de combustible)

B - Funnel (entonnoir, embudo)

Fig. 10

Fig. 9

A - Oil cap/dipstick (bouchon/jauge d’huile, tapa

del aceite con varilla de nivel)

B - Oil fill hole (orifice de remplissage d’huile,

agujero de llenado de aceite)

C - Funnel (entonnoir, embudo)

Fig. 11

Fig. 12

A - Starter grip and rope (poignée du lanceur

avec corde, mango del arrancador con

cuerda)

Fig. 15

A - Garden hose (tuyau d’arrosage, manguera

de jardín)

B - Quick connect coupler (coupleur à ressort,

acoplador de conexión rápida)

15° MAXIMUM

15° MAXIMAL

15° MÁXIMA

Fig. 19

A - Blade (lame, hoja)

B - Wrench (clé, llave)

C - Block of wood (pièce de bois, bloque de

madera)

Fig. 20

A - Blade posts (tiges pour lame, montantes de

cuchilla)

B - Shaft (arbre, eje)

C - Blade holes (trous pour lame, orificios de la

hoja)

D - Blade (lame, hoja)

E - Flat washer (rondelles plate, arandela plana)

F - Blade bolt (boulon de lame, perno de la hoja)

TO STORE THE MACHINE

POUR REMISER L’ÉQUIPEMENT

PARA GUARDAR LA MÁQUINA

Fig. 16

A - Quick connect fitting (adaptateur à raccord

rapide, accesorio de conexión rápida)

B - Garden hose with quick connect coupler

(tuyau d’arrosage avec coupleur à ressort,

manguera de jardín con acoplador de

conexión rápida)

Fig. 17

A - Maintainer input (entrée du chargeur/

mainteneur, entrada del mantenedor)

B - Battery maintainer charger (chargeur/

mainteneur de batterie, cargador man ten -

edor de la batería)

Fig. 18

A - Fuse holder (porte-fusible, portafusibles)

B - Fuse (fusible, fusible)

C - Screws (vis, tornillos)

Fig. 22

Fig. 23

A - Oil fill hole (orifice de remplissage d’huile,

agujero de llenado de aceite)

A - Spark plug cap (bouchon de la bougie, tapa

de la bujía)

B - Spark plug (bougie, bujía)

Fig. 24

A - Spark arrestor (pare-étincelles, parachispas)

B - Screw (vis, tornillo)

Fig. 25

Fig. 21

A - Air filter cover (couvercle du filtre à air,

cubierta del filtro de aire)

B - Air filter (filtre à air, filtro de aire)

C - Latch (loquet, pestillo)

D - Locking tabs (ergots de verrouillage,

orejetas de fijación)

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DANGER:

Risk of fire and serious burns: Never remove fuel cap

when unit is running. Shut off engine and allow the unit

to cool at least five minutes. Remove cap slowly.

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

This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and

feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe all safety

instructions could result in serious injury or death.

Avoid dangerous environment — Do not use the lawn

mower in damp or wet conditions or operate in the rain.

Keep children away — Keep all bystanders, children, and

pets at least 100 ft. away. 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

watchful care of a responsible adult other than the

operator.

• Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may block your view of a

child.

Dress properly — Wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,

gloves, and protective footwear that will protect your

feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces. Do

not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, sandals, or

go barefoot. Do not wear jewelry of any kind. They can

be caught in moving parts.

 Heavy protective clothing may increase operator fatigue,

which could lead to heat stroke. During weather that is

hot and humid, heavy work should be scheduled for early

morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are

cooler.

Don’t overreach — Keep proper footing and balance at

all times. Overreaching can result in loss of balance.

Do not leave the mower unattended while running or with

the start key installed.

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 eye protection with side shields marked to

comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection

when operating this product. Failure to do so could result

in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible

serious injury.

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, upset or under the influence of

drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention

while operating the lawn mower may result in serious

personal injury.

Maintain lawn mower with care — Keep machine in good

working condition. Keep blades sharp and guards in place

and in working order. Replace damaged or unevenly worn

blades before using mower for best performance.

Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may

explode. Check with local codes for possible special

disposal instructions.

Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals

for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe

working condition. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the

blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing

them.

 Do not touch area around the muffler or cylinder of the

unit; these parts get hot from operation. Contact with hot

surfaces could result in possible serious personal injury.

Stop the engine, wait until the blade comes to a complete

stop, remove the start key, and disconnect the spark plug

wire before cleaning the lawn mower, removing the grass

catcher, or removing the mulching plug.

 Replace blade if it is bent or cracked. An unbalanced

blade causes vibration that could damage the engine

drive unit or cause personal injury. Sharpen a dull blade

equally at each end to maintain the balance. Clean the

blade thoroughly and check its balance by supporting

it horizontally on a thin nail through its center hole. The

nail should be in a horizontal position. If either end of

the blade rotates downward, remove some metal from

the heavy or lower end until the blade is balanced. It is

balanced when neither end drops.

Always use safety protective devices. Do not operate the

mower without the entire grass catcher, mulching plug

and rear discharge door in place and working properly.

Follow manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation

and installation of accessories. Only use accessories

approved by the manufacturer.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the

battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets,

and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and

cause burns.

Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects

such as rocks, sticks, metal, wire, tree nuts, bones, toys,

or other objects which can be thrown by the blade. Stay

behind the handle when the engine is running.

Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, property stakes, 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 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 or pulling the mower over your feet.

Never 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.

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 the lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these

steps:

• Stop the lawn mower by releasing the blade control

lever, wait until the blade comes to a complete stop,

and then remove start key.

• Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.

• Replace the blade if it is damaged in any way. Repair

any damage before restarting and continuing to operate

the mower.

Stop the engine, wait until the blade comes to a complete

stop, and remove start key before unclogging the side

or rear discharge areas. The cutting blade continues to

rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off. Never

place any part of the body in the blade area until you are

sure the blade has stopped rotating.

If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the

engine and check immediately for the cause. Replace

the blade if it is unevenly worn or damaged in any way.

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.



The grass catcher assembly is subject to deterioration

and wear and should be checked each time the mower is

used. If replacement is needed, make sure the new grass

catcher meets original manufacturer’s recommendations

and specifications.

Use only recommended or equivalent replacement parts

when servicing the product. Use identical replacement

blades only. Use of any other parts may create a risk of

serious injury to the user, or damage to the product.

Maintain or replace safety instructions labels, as necessary.

Disconnect spark plug wire and remove start key from

the appliance before storing, servicing, or changing

accessories such as blades. Such preventive safety

measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

Stop the unit and remove the start key when not in use.

Carry or push the unit with the engine stopped and the

start key removed from the mower.

 Store idle lawn mower indoors — When not in use, mower

should be stored indoors in a dry, locked place out of the

reach of children. The start key should also be removed

and stored in a separate location out of the reach of

children.



Follow instructions for lubricating and changing

accessories.



Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the

instructions to operate this machine.

 Do not start or operate the engine in a confined space,

building, near open windows, or in other unventilated

space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can

collect. Carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and

extremely dangerous gas, can cause unconsciousness

or death.



Never tamper with safety devices. Check for proper

operation regularly.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

 It has been reported that vibrations from gasoline pow-

ered tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s

Syndrome in certain individuals. Symptoms may include

tingling, numbness, and blanching of the fingers, usually

apparent upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, ex-

posure to cold and dampness, diet, smoking, and work

practices are all thought to contribute to the development

of these symptoms. It is presently unknown what, if any,

vibrations or extent of exposure may contribute to the

condition. There are measures that can be taken by the

operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:

a) Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating

the unit wear gloves to keep hands and wrists warm.

It is reported that cold weather is a major factor con-

tributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.

b) After each period of operation, exercise to increase

blood circulation.

c) Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of

exposure per day.

d) Keep the tool well maintained, fasteners tightened,

and worn parts replaced.

If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,

immediately discontinue use and see your physician about

these symptoms.

 Store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.

 Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 30 ft. away from refueling

site before starting engine. Slowly remove the fuel cap

after stopping engine. Do not smoke when refueling.

 Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or

storing the unit.

 Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer

bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the

ground away from your vehicle before filling.

 Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer

and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then

refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather

than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

 When fueling, keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of

the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling

is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock open device.

 If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

 Never overfill fuel tank. After fueling, replace gas cap and

tighten securely.

 Do not change engine governor setting or over speed the

engine.



Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and

use them to instruct others who may use this product. If

you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions

also.

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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

Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

Read Operator’s Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand

operator’s manual before using this product.

Eye and Hearing Protection Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply

with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Hot Surface To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any hot

surface.

Keep Hands and Feet Away Keep hands and feet away from blade and cutting area.

No Reach Do not reach hands or feet under mower deck.

No Slope Do not operate on inclines greater than 15º. Mow across the face

of slopes, never up and down.

Keep Children and

Bystanders Away Keep all children and bystanders at least 100 ft. away.

Ricochet Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or

property damage.

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

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 result

in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in

minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates important information not related to an

injury hazard, such as a situation that may result in property damage.

SYMBOLS

Page 6 — English

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

Recycle Symbol

This product uses lead acid (Pb) batteries. Local, state or federal

laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult

your local waste authority for information regarding available

recycling and/or disposal options.

SYMBOLS

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Size .................................................................................................................................................................... 175cc

Cutting Path ................................................................................................................................................................... 21 in.

Height Adjustments ................................................................................................................................. 1-1/4 in. to 3-1/2 in.

Wheel Size................................................................................................................................ ...............8 in. front, 11 in. rear

KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

See Figure 1.

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 operating

features and safety rules.

BAILS

The bails are located on the upper handle of the mower. The

start bail/operator presence control allows the engine to be

started, and the drive bail engages the self-propel drive.

BATTERY CHARGER/MAINTAINER

When storing the mower, connect the battery charger/

maintainer to keep the battery fully charged and ready for

use. If the battery’s charge is depleted, the electric start

feature will not function.

NOTE: The mower engine does not charge or maintain the

battery as it runs.

DECK WASH SYSTEM

The quick connect water inlet on the mower deck, along

with the garden hose quick connect coupler provided, al-

lows you to use your garden hose to quickly and efficiently

remove grass clippings and debris from the underside of

the mower deck.

GRASS CATCHER

The grass catcher collects grass clippings and prevents

them from being discharged across your lawn as you mow.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER

The height adjustment lever provides cutting height

adjustments.

MULCHING PLUG

Your mower is equipped with a mulching plug that covers

the rear discharge opening, which allows the mower blade

to cut and recut for finer clippings.

SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR

Use the side discharge deflector on your mower when the

grass is too high to mulch or when side discharging is pre-

ferred. The grass clippings produced when using the side

discharge deflector alone are noticeably larger than those

produced when using the mulching plug. For best results,

always use the mulching plug when using the side discharge

deflector.

START KEY

The start key must be inserted before the mower can be

started using the electric start feature.

FEATURES

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UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

 Carefully remove the product and any accessories from

the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list

are included.

WARNING:

Do not use this product if any parts on the Packing List

are already assembled to your product when you unpack

it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by

the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use

of a product that may have been improperly assembled

could result in serious personal injury.

 Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage

or damage occurred during shipping.

 Do not discard the packing material until you have

carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the

product.

 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call

1-877-617-3501 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

Lawn Mower with Mulching Plug

Start Key

Side Discharge Deflector

Grass Catcher

Handle Mounting Hardware

Battery Charger/Maintainer

Garden Hose Quick Connect Coupler

4-Cycle Lubricant

Operator’s Manual

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this

product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product

with damaged or missing parts could result in serious

personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this product or create

accessories 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.

WARNING:

Do not insert start key until assembly is complete and

you are ready to mow. Failure to comply could result in

accidental starting and possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:

To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious

personal injury, always disconnect the engine spark plug

wire from the spark plug when assembling parts.

WARNING:

Never operate the mower without the proper safety

devices, guards, and deflectors in place and working.

Never operate the mower with damaged safety devices.

Operating the mower with missing or damaged parts can

result in serious personal injury.

UNFOLDING AND ADJUSTING HANDLE

ASSEMBLY

See Figure 2 - 3.

 Pull up and back on the lower handle until the holes on

the lower handle and mounting bracket are aligned.

NOTE: Choose the hole position that corresponds to the

handle angle desired.

 Insert bolt through holes with the threaded end facing in.

 Install the washer and handle knob and tighten securely

to secure the bolt in place.

 Repeat on the opposite side to secure the lower handle

in place.

 Pull up on the upper handle to raise it into operating

position. Make sure that the lower handle is seated in

the grooves at the bottom of the upper handle.

NOTICE:

Do not allow the starter cable to become pinched or

trapped when raising the handle.

 To secure the upper handle in place, securely tighten the

handle knobs.

 Route the the starter grip and rope up to and through the

rope guide on the upper handle as shown.

 To lower the handle assembly, loosen the handle knobs

and fold the handle to the front of the unit. Avoid pinching

or trapping any cables.

ASSEMBLY

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INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER

(FOR REAR BAGGING OPERATION)

See Figure 4.

NOTE: When using the grass catcher, the mulching plug

must be removed.

 Remove start key.

 Lift the rear discharge door.

 Lift the grass catcher by its handle and place under the

rear discharge door so that the hooks on the grass catcher

are seated onto the groove on the mower housing.

 Release the rear discharge door.

 Reinstall start key when you are ready to mow.

REINSTALLING THE MULCHING PLUG

(FOR MULCHING OPERATION)

See Figure 5.

NOTE: When using the mulching plug, do not install the

grass catcher.

 Remove start key.

 Lift and hold the rear discharge door.

 Grasp the mulching plug by its handle and insert it at a

slight angle, as shown. Push the mulching plug securely

into place.

 Lower the rear discharge door.

 Reinstall start key when you are ready to mow.

INSTALLING THE SIDE DISCHARGE

DEFLECTOR (FOR SIDE DISCHARGE

OPERATION)

See Figure 6.

NOTE: For best results, always use the mulching plug when

using the side discharge.

 Remove start key.

 Lift and hold the side discharge door.

 Align the grooves on the deflector with the pins on the

underside of the door, then lower the deflector.

 Release the deflector and door.

 Reinstall start key when you are ready to mow.

CONNECTING THE BATTERY

See Figure 7.

When shipped, the battery that operates the electric start

feature of the mower is not connected. To allow operation of

the electric start feature, connect the cable from the battery

to the cable from the mower’s starter as shown.

SETTING BLADE HEIGHT

See Figure 8.

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:

 Remove start key.

 To raise the blade height, grasp the height adjustment

lever and move it toward the back of the mower.

 To lower the blade height, grasp the height adjustment

lever and move it toward the front of the mower.

 Reinstall start key when you are ready to mow.

ASSEMBLY

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WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with products to make you

careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is

sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING:

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to

comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.

Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into

your eyes and other possible serious injuries.

WARNING:

Do not use any attachments or accessories not

recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The

use of attachments or accessories not recommended

can result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Always inspect mower for missing or damaged parts

and blade for damage, uneven, or excessive wear prior

to use. Use of the mower with damaged or missing parts

can result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE:

This product is equipped with a spark arrestor that has

been evaluated by the USDA Forest Service; however,

product users must comply with Federal, State, and lo-

cal fire prevention regulations. Check with appropriate

authorities. Refer to accompanying engine manual for

maintenance and replacement parts.

NOTICE:

Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged,

missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,

etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not

operate this product until all missing or damaged parts

are replaced. Please contact customer service or a quali-

fied service center for assistance.

APPLICATIONS

You may use this product for the purpose listed below:

Mowing your lawn

ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE LUBRICANT

See Figure 9.

NOTE: This machine has been shipped with approximately

2 oz. of lubricant in the engine from testing. You must add

lubricant to the engine before starting it the first time.

NOTICE:

Any attempt to start the engine without adding lubricant

will result in engine failure.

To add engine lubricant:

 Place mower on a flat, level surface. Do not tilt.

 Unscrew the oil cap/dipstick by turning counter-clockwise.

 Before first use, squeeze the entire contents of the lubri-

cant container provided into the oil reservoir.

After initial use, add 4-stroke engine lubricant (SAE 30 or

SAE 10W30) until the fluid level rises to the upper portion

of the hatched area on the dipstick. Do not overfill.

 Replace the oil cap/dipstick and securely tighten.

To check engine lubricant level:

 Place mower on a flat, level surface. Do not tilt.

 Unscrew the oil cap/dipstick by turning counter-clockwise.

 Wipe dipstick clean and re-seat in hole; do not rethread.

 Remove dipstick again and check lubricant level. Lubricant

level should fall within the hatched area on the dipstick.

 If level is low, add engine lubricant until the fluid level rises

to the upper portion of the hatched area on the dipstick.

 Replace and secure the oil cap/dipstick.

NOTICE:

Do not overfill. Overfilling the crankcase may cause

excessive smoke and engine damage.

OPERATION

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ETHANOL-BLENDED FUELS

NOTICE:

Do not use E15 or E85 fuel in this product. It is a viola-

tion of federal law and will damage the unit and void

your warranty. Only use unleaded gasoline containing

up to 10% ethanol.

FUELING AND REFUELING THE MOWER

See Figure 10.

DANGER:

Risk of fire and serious burns: Never remove fuel cap

when unit is running. Shut off engine and allow the unit

to cool at least five minutes. Remove cap slowly.

WARNING:

Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and ex-

plosive. To prevent serious personal injury and property

damage, handle it with care. Keep away from ignition

sources and open flames, handle outdoors only, do not

smoke and wipe up spills immediately.

WARNING:

Always shut off engine before fueling. Never remove

fuel cap or add fuel to a machine with a running or hot

engine. Make sure the unit is sitting on a flat, level sur-

face and only add fuel outdoors. If the engine is hot, let

the unit cool for at least five minutes before adding fuel.

After fueling, immediately replace fuel cap and tighten

securely. Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site before

starting engine. Do not smoke and stay away from open

flames and sparks! Failure to follow these instructions

could result in a fire and cause serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap, tank, or line is a

fire hazard and must be replaced immediately. If you find

any leaks, correct the problem before using the product.

Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause

serious personal injury.

NOTE: This is a 4-cycle engine. DO NOT mix fuel and

lubricant together.

 Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent contamination.

 Loosen fuel cap slowly by turning counterclockwise. Rest

the cap on a clean surface.

 Carefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage.

 Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the

gasket.

 Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten by turning

it clockwise. Wipe up any fuel spillage.

NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new

engine after first use.

OPERATING THE MOWER

See Figures 11 - 12.

Insert the start key.

 Turn the fuel valve to the OPEN position.

Pull the start bail/operator presence control toward the

handle and hold.

Start the mower.

•Turn the start key to start using the electric start feature.

NOTE: The battery may need to be charged with the

battery maintainer/charger before the electric start

feature can be used. See instructions for charging in

the Maintenance section of this manual.

•To start manually, pull the starter grip and rope until

the engine begins to run.

To use the self-propel drive, continue to hold the start

bail/operator presence control, pull the drive bail toward

the handle to engage the drive transmission.

NOTE: Slight turns can be made with the drive transmis-

sion engaged, but release the self-propel drive bail when

making turns or pulling the mower backward.

To turn the mower off, release both bails.

WARNING:

While operating and storing, keep at least 3 feet of

clearance on all sides of this product, including overhead.

Allow a minimum of 30 minutes of “cool down” time before

storage. Keep all body parts, clothing, and combustible

materials away from the muffler. Heat created by muffler

and exhaust gases could be hot enough to cause serious

burns and/or ignite combustible objects.

MOWING TIPS

Make sure the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wires, and

other objects that could damage the lawn mower blades

or engine. Do not mow over property stakes or other

metal posts. Such objects could damage the blade or be

accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and

cause serious personal injury to the operator and others.

For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or less of the

total length of the grass.

OPERATION

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OPERATION

When cutting heavy grass, reduce walking speed to allow

for more effective cutting and a proper discharge of the

clippings.

Do not cut wet grass. It will stick to the underside of the

deck and prevent proper bagging or mulching of grass

clippings.

New or thick grass may require a narrower cut or a higher

cutting height.

Clean the underside of the mower deck after each use

to remove grass clippings, leaves, dirt, and any other

accumulated debris.

NOTE: To clean, follow instructions in Washing the Un-

derside of the Mower Deck later in this manual.

SLOPE OPERATION

See Figure 13.

WARNING:

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.

Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down. Exercise

extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps

which can cause you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide

obstacles. Remove all objects such as rocks, tree limbs,

etc., which could be tripped over or thrown by the blade.

Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause

serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing your bal-

ance, release the upper blade 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 14.

 Stop the mower and allow blades to completely stop.

 Remove start key.

 Lift the rear discharge door.

 Lift the grass catcher by its handle to remove from mower.

 Empty grass clippings.

 Lift the rear discharge door and reinstall the grass catcher

as described earlier in this manual.

 Reinstall start key when you are ready to mow.

WASHING THE UNDERSIDE OF THE MOWER

DECK

See Figures 15 - 16.

 Position the mower on a level, clear spot on your lawn

within reach of your garden hose.

 Stop the mower and allow blades to completely stop.

 Raise the mower deck to the highest setting.

 With the faucet turned completely off, install the garden

hose quick connect coupler on your garden hose. Tighten

securely.

 To connect garden hose to mower deck, pull back on the

sleeve of the garden hose coupler, then slide the coupler

over the fitting on the mower. Be sure to push the coupler

fully onto the fitting until the sleeve springs forward and

locks in place.

 Turn the water faucet fully on.

 Start the mower as described previously and allow the

mower to run for approximately two minutes to allow the

underside of the cutting deck to rinse thoroughly. Do not

engage the drive bail during this time.

 Stop the engine and allow the blade to come to a complete

stop.

 Turn off the faucet, pull back on the release sleeve on the

coupler, then slide the garden hose off the fitting on the

mower deck.

 Restart the mower and allow to run for an additional

2 minutes to allow the underside of the cutting deck to

dry thoroughly.

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Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission con-

trol devices and systems may be performed by any qualified

repair establishment or individual with original or equivalent

parts. Warranty and recall repairs must be performed by an

authorized service center; please contact customer service

for assistance.

WARNING:

Before performing any maintenance, make sure the

mower battery and start key are removed to avoid ac-

cidental starting and possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to

comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.

Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into

your eyes and other possible serious injuries.

WARNING:

When servicing, use only qualified replacement parts.

Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause

product damage.

NOTICE:

Periodically inspect the entire product for damaged,

missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,

etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not

operate this product until all missing or damaged parts

are replaced. Please contact customer service or a quali-

fied service center for assistance.

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.

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 can result in serious personal injury.

Remove any build-up of grass and leaves on or around

the engine cover. Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth

occasionally. Do not use water.

LUBRICATION

All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a

sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the

unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further

bearing lubrication is required.

USING THE BATTERY MAINTAINER

CHARGER

See Figure 17.

When storing the mower, connect the battery maintainer

charger to keep the battery fully charged and ready for use.

NOTE: The battery maintainer charger provided should only

be used with the 12V 4.5Ah/20HR sealed lead acid battery

model RT1245B supplied with this mower.

Plug the battery maintainer charger into a standard

household 120V receptacle. Make sure the household

power supply is 120V, 60 Hz, AC only.

Remove the input cover and connect the battery maintainer

charger to the mower’s maintainer input. The light on the

battery maintainer charger will illuminate red while the

battery is charging.

The battery will become slightly warm to the touch while

charging. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.

When battery is fully charged, the red light will turn green.

NOTE: If the light does not illuminate, the battery maintainer

fuse may need to be replaced. Check the fuse and replace

if needed.

Disconnect the battery maintainer charger before operating

the mower. Place the cover over the the mower’s maintainer

input when not in use.

CHANGING BATTERY MAINTAINER

CHARGER FUSE

See Figure 18.

NOTICE:

Do not use a higher rated fuse other than the specified

amperage. This could cause damage to the product.

Open the fuse holder and remove the old fuse.

Insert new 7.5 amp fuse and close the fuse holder.

REPLACING THE CUTTING BLADE

See Figures 19 - 20.

NOTE: Only use manufacturer’s recommended or equivalent

replacement blades.

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.

Contact with the blade could result in serious personal

injury.

MAINTENANCE

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Stop the engine and remove the start key. Allow blade to

come to a complete stop.

 Disconnect the spark plug wire.

Turn the mower on its side.

Wedge a block of wood between the blade and mower

deck to prevent the blade from turning.

Loosen the blade bolt by turning it counterclockwise (as

viewed from bottom of mower) using a 9/16 in. wrench

or socket (not provided).

Remove the blade bolt, flat washer, and blade.

Place the new blade on the shaft. Ensure blade is properly

seated with shaft going through center blade hole and

the two blade posts inserted into their respective holes

on the blade. Make sure the blade is installed with the

curved ends pointing up toward the mower deck and not

down toward the ground.

Replace the flat washer and blade bolt. Finger tighten the

bolt.

NOTE: Make certain all parts are replaced in the exact

order in which they were removed.

Torque the blade bolt down clockwise using a torque

wrench (not provided) to ensure the bolt is properly

tightened. The recommended torque for the blade bolt

is 35-40 ft. lbs.

WARNING:

Ensure blade is properly seated and the blade bolt is

tightened to the torque specifications above. Failure to

properly attach the blade could cause it to come loose

and result in possible serious personal injury.

CLEANING AIR FILTER

See Figure 21.

Clean the air filter as indicated by the maintenance schedule.

To clean the air filter:

 Depress the latch located below the air filter cover. Then,

lift the cover away from the locking tabs and remove it

from the unit.

 Remove the air filter.

 Rinse filter with clean water.

 Gently squeeze filter until excess water is removed.

 Apply a light coat of engine lubricant to the filter, then

squeeze it out.

 Reinstall the air filter.

NOTE: Make sure the filter is seated properly inside the

cover. Installing the filter incorrectly will allow dirt to enter

the engine, causing rapid engine wear.

 Reinstall the air filter cover making sure that the locking

tabs on the unit and the holes in the air filter cover are

aligned.

MAINTENANCE

 To secure, press against the air filter cover until the latch

below the cover snaps in place.

NOTE: For best performance, the air filter should be replaced

once each year.

FUEL CAP, TANK, AND LINES

WARNING:

Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap, tank, or line is a

fire hazard and must be replaced immediately. If you find

any leaks, correct the problem before using the product.

Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause

serious personal injury.

The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check

valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor-

mance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loos-

ened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace

fuel cap if required.

CHANGING ENGINE LUBRICANT

See Figure 22.

For best performance, engine lubricant should be changed

after every 25 hours of operation.

 Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Allow

the engine to cool completely before proceeding.

 Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick.

 Tip the unit on its side and allow lubricant to drain from

the oil fill hole into an approved container.

NOTE: Drain the lubricant while the engine is still warm

but not hot. Warm lubricant will drain quickly and more

completely.

WARNING:

Do not change engine lubricant while it is hot. Accidental

contact with hot engine lubricant could result in serious

burns.

 Return the unit to an upright position and refill with lubri-

cant following the instructions in the Adding/Checking

Engine Lubricant section previously in this manual.

NOTE: Used lubricant should be disposed of at an approved

disposal site. See your local retailer for more information.

SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE

See Figure 23.

The spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits

in order to ensure proper engine operation. To check:

Remove the spark plug cap.

Clean any dirt from around base of spark plug.

Remove spark plug using wrench (not included).

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Inspect spark plug for damage, and clean with a wire

brush before reinstalling. If insulator is cracked or chipped,

spark plug should be replaced. For replacement spark

plug, see Product Specifications earlier in this manual

or the accompanying engine manual, if applicable.

Measure plug gap. The correct gap is 0.028−0.031 in.

(0.7-0.8 mm). To widen gap, if necessary, carefully bend

the ground (top) electrode. To lessen gap, gently tap

ground electrode on a hard surface.

Seat spark plug in position; thread in by hand to prevent

cross-threading.

Tighten with wrench to compress washer. If spark plug

is new, use 1/2 turn to compress washer appropriate

amount. If reusing old spark plug, use 1/8 to 1/4 turn for

proper washer compression.

NOTE: An improperly tightened spark plug will become

very hot and could damage the engine.

CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND

MUFFLER

Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of

lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust

port and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits.

If you notice a power loss with your gas-powered products,

you may need to remove these deposits to restore perfor-

mance. We highly recommend that only qualified service

technicians perform this service.

SPARK ARRESTOR

See Figure 24.

NOTICE:

This product is equipped with a spark arrestor that has

been evaluated by the USDA Forest Service; however,

product users must comply with Federal, State, and

local fire prevention regulations. Check with appropriate

authorities. Refer to accompanying engine manual for

maintenance and replacement parts.

Inspect the spark arrestor for breaks or holes. Replace if

necessary.

Remove the screw securing the spark arrestor in place.

Then, remove the spark arrestor.

Use a brush (not provided) to remove carbon deposits

from the spark arrestor as needed.

Replace the spark arrestor and reinstall the screw. Tighten

to secure.

MAINTENANCE

STORING THE MOWER

See Figure 25.

WARNING:

While storing, keep at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides

of this product, including overhead. Allow a minimum

of 30 minutes of “cool down” time before storage. Heat

created by muffler and exhaust gases could be hot

enough to ignite combustible objects.

Clean any grass clippings that have accumulated on the

underside of the mower deck.

NOTE: To clean, follow instructions in Washing the Un-

derside of the Mower Deck earlier in this manual.

Drain the fuel tank completely by running the mower until

the gas runs out. Stored gas can go stale in 30 days.

Drain the lubricant and replace with fresh, clean lubricant

as described in Adding/Checking Engine Lubricant in

the Operation section of this manual.

Make sure the fuel valve is in the CLOSED position.

Disconnect spark plug wire and remove the spark plug.

Pour about a teaspoon of clean, air-cooled, four-cycle

lubricant through the spark plug hole into the combustion

chamber.

Leaving the spark plug out, pull the starter grip and rope

two or three times to coat the inside of the cylinder wall.

Inspect the spark plug and clean or replace, as necessary.

Reinstall the spark plug, but leave the spark plug wire

disconnected.

Clean the air filter.

Extend the starter grip and rope rope to check its condition.

If the rope is frayed, have it replaced immediately by a

qualified service center.

 Remove the start key and store in a secure location out

of the reach of children.

Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth.

Check all nuts, bolts, knobs, screws, fasteners, etc., for

tightness.

Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and wear.

Have repairs made on any damaged or missing parts.

Check blade for damage, uneven, or excessive wear and

replace blade if these conditions exist.

 For short-term storage, connect the charging cable

and allow the battery to charge. For long-term storage,

disconnect the cable and coil it neatly.

Lower the handle assembly as described earlier in this

manual. Avoid pinching or trapping any cables.

Store mower indoors in a clean, dry place out of the reach

of children.

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Inspect For Clean Replace Replace

Maintenance Damage Before Every Every 25 Hours Every

Part Each Use 5 Hours or Yearly 50 Hours

* AIR FILTER ASSY

includes:

Filter .................................................................................... X

* CARBURETOR ASSY

* FUEL TANK ASSY

includes:

Fuel Lines ..................................... X

Fuel Cap .......................................X

Fuel Filter................................................................................................................... X

* IGNITION ASSY

includes:

Spark Plug ................................................................................................................. X

Spark Arrestor ..................................................................................................................................................X

* NOTICE: THE USAE OF EMISSION CONTROL COMPONENTS OTHER THAN THOSE DESIGNED FOR THIS UNIT

IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL LAW.

Do not store near corrosive materials such as fertilizer or

rock salt.

Never store the machine or fuel container where there is

an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water

heater or on other appliances.

BATTERY REMOVAL AND PREPARATION

FOR RECYCLING

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock or explosion, do

not short circuit the battery terminals. Keep sparks and

flame away. Do not use metal tools for connections and

keep metal objects away from the battery terminals.

Metal objects can make a connection from one terminal

to another. Shorting the battery terminals together can

cause sparks, burns, or a fire.

To preserve natural resources, please recycle

or dispose of batteries properly.

This product uses lead acid batteries. Local,

state or federal laws may prohibit disposal of

batteries in ordinary trash.

Consult your local waste authority for information regarding

available recycling and/or disposal options.

WARNING:

Upon removal, cover the battery’s terminals with

heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or

disassemble battery or remove any of its components.

Lead acid batteries must be recycled or disposed of

properly. Also, never touch both terminals with metal

objects and/or body parts as short circuit may result.

Keep away from children. Failure to comply with these

warnings could result in fire and/or serious injury.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Handle not in position. Handle knobs not tight. Tighten handle knobs.

Mower not starting. Start key not installed or in off position.

No fuel in tank.

Spark plug shorted or fouled.

Spark plug is broken (cracked porcelain

or electrodes broken).

Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or

disconnected from spark plug.

Ignition inoperative.

Install start key and/or turn key to start

position.

Fill tank.

Replace spark plug.

Replace lead wire or attach to spark

plug.

Contact qualified service center.

Mower cutting grass unevenly. Lawn is rough or cutting height not set

properly.

Adjust the cutting height.

Mower not mulching properly. Wet grass clippings sticking to the

underside of the deck.

Wait until the grass dries before mowing.

Mower hard to push. High grass, rear of mower housing

and blade dragging in heavy grass, or

cutting height too low.

Raise cutting height.

Mower not bagging properly. Cutting height set too low. Raise cutting height.

Mower vibrating at higher speed. Blade is unbalanced, excessively or

unevenly worn.

Bent engine shaft.

Replace the blade.

Stop the engine and remove start key.

Inspect for damage. Have repaired

by a qualified service center before

restarting.

Engine stops while cutting. Cutting height set too low. Raise the cutting height.

If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact customer service or a qualified service center for assistance.

NOTICE:

As the equipment owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in the Maintenance

section. It is recommended that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your equipment. Neglecting or failing

to perform the required maintenance may increase emissions, decrease fuel efficiency, degrade performance, cause

irreversible engine damage and/or void your warranty.

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