80V BRUSHLESS 21" SELF-PROPELLED MOWER 270-1145 2500194ME LMB408 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAUTION To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User Must Read And Understand Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For Future Reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Symbols ........................................................................................................... Page 2 Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................... Page 3 Overview ..................................................................................................................... Page 8 Assembly ...........................................................................................
SAFETY 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.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract our attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for propper accident prevention measures.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING (THIS POWER TOOL) WARNING Read and understand all instructions before using this product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS the lawn mower when you are tired. • Always wear safet y glasses or safet y g o g g l e s d u r i n g o p er at i o n a n d w h i l e per forming an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects that ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes. • Always use a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. • Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Periodically inspect safety devices and cords for damage. If damaged do not operate the unit until it has been repaired by an authorized service professional. • Never operate the mower without the p r o p e r d i s c h a r g e c o ve r, g r a s s b a g , mulching insert, side discharge chute, or other safety devices in place and working. Never operate the mower with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so can result in personal injury. • Use only approved batteries and chargers.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never make any adjustments or repairs with the motor running. • Always remove battery pack from mowers before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing. • Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary. • Sharpen a dull blade equally at each end to maintain the balance. • Keep guards in place and in working order. Mower blades are sharp, and can cut.
OVERVIEW Bail switch Start button Self-propel lever Upper handle Speed control button Lower handle Battery door Height adjustment lever Grass catcher Side discharge cover Side discharge chute Mulch plug SPECIFICATIONS Type Cordless, battery operated 80V No load speed 2800 RPM Height adjustments 1 3/8 - 3 3/4” (3.5 - 9.5 cm) Self-propelled speed 2.24-4.32 fps (0.7-1.35 m/s) Functions 3-in-1 Mulch & Rear Bag & Side Discharge Weight (without battery pack) 62.8 lbs (28.
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING INSTALL THE UPPER HANDLE FIG. 2 This product requires assembly. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the package contents section are included. • 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.
ASSEMBLY 5. Close the rear discharge door. INSTALL THE MULCH PLUG CAUTION When you use the side discharge chute, • Do not install the grass catcher. • Keep the mulch plug installed. FIG. 4 Rear Discharge Door 1. Open the side discharge door and hold it. 2. Line up the recesses of the side discharge chute below the pivot. 3. Close the side discharge door. Mulch Plug SET THE BLADE HEIGHT The machine can be set to different blade heights. FIG. 6 Handle 1. Remove the grass catcher. 2.
ASSEMBLY INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK FIG. 7 REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK FIG. 8 Battery Pack Battery Pack Battery Door Battery Door Safety Key WARNING • If the battery pack or charger is damaged, replace the battery pack or the charger. • Stop the machine and wait until the motor stops before you install or remove the battery pack. • Read, know, and follow the instructions in the battery and charger manual. 1. Open the battery door. 2.
OPERATION WARNING Wear eye protection during operation. START THE MACHINE FIG. 9 Bail Switch Start Button a certain temperature/current. Re-setting the protector requires both cool down below the calibration point and removal of power supply. When the protection happens, the operator should release the selfpropel bail lever immediately ,then restart self-propel operation after at least 30 minutes. FIG. 10 Self-Propel Lever Bail Switch Speed Control Button 1. Push and hold the start button. 2.
OPERATION unhook it from the door rod. 5. Close the rear discharge door. 6. Empty the grass catcher. OPERATE ON SLOPES WARNING Do not mow on the slopes with incline more than 15°. If you are not comfortable, do not mow on a slope. WARNING Please keep a low self-propelled speed when you mow on a slope. • Do not go up and down on a slope, mow across the face of the slope. Be careful when you change the direction on a slope.
MAINTENANCE WARNING Remove the safety key and battery pack from the machine before maintenance. WARNING Keep the motor and battery pack free from grass, leaves or too much grease. CAUTION WARNING Wear heavy gloves or wind cloth around the blade when you touch the blade. 1. Stop the machine. 2. Make sure that the blade fully stops. 3. Remove the safety key and battery pack. 4. Turn the machine to its side. Use only approved replacement parts. 5. Use a piece of wood to prevent the movement of the blade.
MAINTENANCE 1. Remove the grass catcher. 2. Pull and turn the handle knobs 90°. 3. Fold down the handle. 4.Turn the handle knobs 90° to lock the handle into position. 5. Stand the machine on end and make sure . that the brackets touch the FIG. 12 Storage Switch The machine has a storage switch that prevents its startup in the storage position. This switch is automatically engaged when the handle is folded down according to the instructions above.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem The machine stops during mowing. Possible cause The blade height is too low. Solution Increase the blade height. The battery pack is out of Charge the battery pack. power. The grass clippings attach Remove the battery pack and to the deck or the blade. check the deck. Operation temperature of the machine is too high. Cool the machine.
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80V BRUSHLESS 21" SELF-PROPELLED MOWER WARRANTY 4-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This MASTERFORCE™ brand power tool carries our famous No Hassle 4-Year Limited Warranty to the original purchaser. If, during normal use, this MASTERFORCE™ power tool breaks or fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within four (4) years from the date of original purchase, simply bring the tool with the original sales receipt back to your nearest MENARDS® retail store.
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