Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator’s Manual 3-in-1 Battery Mower WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No.
1 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing an Electric Mower manufactured by MTD. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and maintain your machine. Please be sure that you, and any other persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times.
Important Safe Operation Practices 2 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! DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual.
12. a. Step back from mower to fully extend your arms. b. Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing. c. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than half way toward you. d. Repeat these steps as needed. Slope Operation: Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury. Operation on slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
8. To reduce a fire hazard, keep the motor cover free of grass, leaves and debris build-up. 9. Check the blade and motor mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, and worn). Replace blade with the original equipment manufacturer’s (OEM) blade only, listed in this manual. 10. Maintain your mower with care — Keep mower blade sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER — ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away.
(OK) Figure 1 Slope Gauge ne da s h e d li 15° Slope 15° USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line. 2. Locate a vertical object on or behind the slope (e.g. a pole, building, fence, tree, etc.) 3. Align either side of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 ). 4. Adjust gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope (See Figure 1 and Figure 2). 5.
3 Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • One Battery Mower • One Side Discharge Chute • Two Cord Guides • One Operator’s Manual • Two Toggle Clamps • One Battery • One Charger • One Grass Bag NOTE: All references to the left and right side of the mower are from the operator’s position behind the mower. Unpacking the Unit 1. Cut the corners of the carton and lay the sides flat on the ground. Remove all packing inserts. Handle Assembly 1.
3. Place the upper handle onto the lower handle, keeping the motor cord over the handles. See Fig. 3-3. Cord Guide Make sure the cord between the motor/blade control lever and the mower sits in the cord holders on the upper and lower handles. 1. Snap one cord guide onto the lower handle and the other cord guide onto the upper handle. See Fig. 3-5. Figure 3-3 a. For the lowest setting, line up the top holes of the upper handle with the holes on the lower handle. b.
Grass Collection 1. c. To assemble the grass catcher, secure the plastic channels of grass bag over frame rods. See Fig. 3-6. Place grass catcher on the pivot rod. Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher. See Fig. 3-8. Figure 3-8 Figure 3-6 2. Follow steps below to attach grass catcher: a. Lift rear discharge door. b. Remove rear mulching baffle. See Fig. 3-7. To remove grass catcher, lift rear discharge door on the mower. Lift grass catcher up and out, off of the pivot rod.
3. Secure the tabs of the side discharge chute onto the hooks below the side mulching baffle. See Fig. 3-9. NOTE: Do not remove side mulch baffle at any time, even when you are not mulching. Mulching To mulch, you will need the rear mulching baffle installed below the rear discharge door. If converting to mulching from the grass collection mode: 1. Remove grass catcher. 2. Install rear mulching baffle. See Fig. 3-10.
Battery Charger The battery charger complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
4 Controls and Features Starter Button Motor/Blade Control Lever Battery Level Indicator Overload Protection Switch Safety Key Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Figure 4-1 WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. Motor/Blade Control Lever WARNING: The motor/blade control lever is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations. The motor/blade control lever is located on the upper handle of the mower.
5 Operation Starting Motor and Blade 3. Press the starter button and hold it in. See Fig. 5-2. NOTE: Starting the mower’s motor also engages the blade. WARNING: Avoid accidental starting. Make sure you are in the operating position behind the mower when using it. To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit should be in a stable position while starting. 1. Insert safety key. Refer to Fig. 5-1. Figure 5-2 4.
Using Your Lawn Mower Removing the Battery Be sure that lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wires, or other objects which could damage the lawn mower or motor. Such objects could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others. If you have two batteries, you can use one battery while the other battery recharges. To remove the battery: WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, stop the motor, and remove the key.
6 Maintenance & Adjustments General Recommendations Deck Care • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the mower to water. • The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain the lawn mower as instructed here.
If the overload protection switch pops out shortly after resetting: Battery Care 1. Release the motor/blade control handle and do NOT restart the mower for at least 15 minutes to allow the electric motor extra time to cool. IMPORTANT: Replace with only the identical batteries provided with this mower. The batteries should only be replaced by an authorized service dealer. 2. Press the overload protection switch inward to reset. 3. Restart unit.
7 Service Blade Care Blade Installation WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for 1. sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade. Be certain to disconnect the power supply. Periodically inspect the blade assembly for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when necessary. Follow the steps below for blade service. 1. Stop the motor and remove the safety key from the battery. 2.
Off-Season Storage The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage. • Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions. • We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit. • Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting. • Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer. • Wipe the cord to remove any stains or foreign substance such as oil.
8 Troubleshooting Problem Mower fails to start Mower stops while mowing Mower cutting grass unevenly Mower not mulching properly Hard to push Mower vibrating at higher speed 20 Cause Remedy 1. Key not in switch. 1. Insert Ignition key. 2. Motor/blade control disengaged. 2. Depress starter button, and engage motor blade control. 3. Battery discharged. 3. Charge battery. 4. Mower deck clogged with grass and debris. 4. Unclog mower deck. Make certain blade is free to move. 1.
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner must present an original proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the servicing dealer. Please see the operator’s manual for information on required maintenance and service intervals.
