OPERATOR'S MANUAL 18" Electric Lawn Mower IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions C carefully before operating equipment. This symbol on the product's nameplate means it is listed by US LJSTEB UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC. MTD PRODUCTS LTD., P.O.
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Slope Gauge 6 ................................................................................................... Unpacking Instructions ...................................................................................... 7 Assembling Your Lawn Mower ........................................................................... 7 Know Your Lawn Mower ...............
SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION PRACTICES READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS! WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions, which if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol-HEED ITS WARNING.
16. Home circuit-Thismower should beoperated ona 15 AMPcircuit.Ifyouexperience difficulty instarting witha standard 15AMPfuseorcircuit breaker, contact your nearest authorized service facility. Donotuseahigher ratedfuseorbreaker without consulting yourpower company. 17. Donotabuse thecordbypulling themower bythecord oryanking ittodisconnect itfromthereceptacle. Keep cordfromheat,oil,andsharpedges. 18. Manyinjuries occurasaresultofthemower beingpulled overthefootduring afallcaused byslipping ortripping.
Service 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. When servicing use only identical replacement parts listed in this manual. "Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!" Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the power cord when not in use to prevent unintended starting. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE g ' E | .11 i -z, SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE I.II I "9 ¢O WARNING _-_ __ o Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury.
SECTION3: UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS RemoveUnitFromCarton Roll or slide the unit out of carton. Check the carton thoroughly for loose parts. NOTE: Reference to the right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position. REMOVE MANUAL & LOOSE PARTS Remove staples, break glue on the top flaps, or cut the tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open the carton. Remove any loose parts included with the unit (i.e., operator's manual, etc.).
Inner Hole • Lift the mulching plug. • Slide the two hooks on the side discharge deflector under the hinge pin on the mulching plug assembly as shown in Figure 5. • Lower the mulching plug. Do not remove the mulching plug at any time, even when you are not mulching.
Motor/BladeControlAssembly The motor/blade control is located on the upper handle of the mower. Refer to Figure 6. The motor/blade control handle engages and disengages the motor and blade. ,_ assembly is a safety device. Never attempt WARNING: The motor/blade control to bypass its operation.
Connecting to the ElectricPower Source T = Obstacles WARNING: This mower should be operated on a 15 AMP circuit. If you experience difficulty in starting with a standard 15 AMP fuse or circuit breaker, contact you nearest authorized service facility. Do not use a higher rated fuse or breaker without consulting your power company. Outlet (Start here) Plug the extension cord into any convenient 110-120 volt 60 cycle A.C. outlet or receptacle for your source of power.
• When cutting heavy grass, reduce walking speed to allow more effective cut and proper discharge of the clippings. For a healthy lawn, always cut off onethird or less of the total length of the grass. The average lawn should be approximately 1-1/2 to 2 inches during the cool season, and over 2 inches during hot months. For a healthier and better looking lawn, cut more often and after moderate growth. The lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth. clippings.
SECTION8: MAINTENANCE • Motor Shaft _/Cutting Blade Torque the blade bolt down using a torque wrench to assure the bolt is tightened properly. The recommended torque for the blade bolt is 450-600 in. Ibs. To insure safe operation of your unit, all nuts and bolts must be checked periodically for correct tightness. Sharpeningthe Blade _--.-_---_(_ _ @_ Locking Plate To sharpen the blade, first remove the blade as outlined in the previous section.
Remove any buildup of grass and leaves on or around the motor cover (do not use water). Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth occasionally. If debris is allowed to build up on the underside of the unit, stop the motor and disconnect the power supply to the mower, tilt the mower forward or on its side and scrape it clean with a suitable tool. • Lubricate the springs on the rear discharge door with a light oil. • Lubricate the height adjustment levers and related hardware with light oil.
SECTION10: TWOYEARLIMITEDWARRANTY For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase within Canada, MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED will, at its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not cover: 1 .Any part which has become inoperative due to misuse, commercial use, abuse, neglect, accident, improper maintenance or alteration; or 2.
SECTION11: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Handle not in position. Carriage bolts not seated in the handle insulators. Adjust the height of the handle and make sure that the carriage bolts are seated properly into the handle insulators. Tighten the hand knobs. Mower not starting. Cord disconnected from the motor/ blade control. Reconnect the cord keeping the cord restraint close to the motor/blade control. Motor/blade control switch defective. Replace motor/blade control switch.
SECTION12: PARTSLIST 47 34 35 38 4 2 \. \ \ 21 3 16
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SECTION13: SAFETYANDDECORATIVE LABELS/I_TIQUETTES 777X41490 777S32129 777120906 777S30573 777D08577 / 777S30581 18
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