Polaris 450 MXR LE Offroad Vehicle User Manual
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1. TO START e Press the start button e Hold down operator presence control bar to handle e Mower will begin to operate TO STOP e To stop motor release operator pres ence control bar Let the blade come to a complete stop TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM e To start forward motion lift drive con trol bar up to handle e To stop forward motion release drive control bar IMPORTANT Always keep drive control fully engaged against handle when in use g MOWER 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 vision safety mask worn over spectacles HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER Operator presence control bar Drive control bar 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 e Pull adjuster lever toward wheel To lower mower move lever forward to desired position To raise mower move the lever toward the rear Height adjuster lever LEVER BACKWARD TO RAISE MOWER LEVER FORWARD TO LOWER OPERATION TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER 1 Lift the rear door of the lawn mower and place the grass catcher fr2. in the Maintenance section of this manual e Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual e Be sure that all nuts bolts screws and pins are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary e 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 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 e When setting up your handle from the storage position the lower handle will require manually locking into the mow ing 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 MOWING OSITION Operator presence control bar ex FHSS Ssg Be fo RS cous 4 SS handle Cam lock Lower handle Handle knob BATTERY IMPORTANT Battery should always be stored in a fully charged state Charge every two weeks even when not in use See To Prepare Battery in the Assembly section of this manual AWARNING Do not store battery in temperatures lower than 32 F 0 C OTHER e If possible store your unit indoors and
3. WEEDEATER ATOR MODEL NUMBER WE18XP BATTERY POWERED SELF PROPELLED 2 IN 1 18 ROTARY LAWN MOWER 438175 TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules 2 4 Pre Operation 7 Storage 14 Battery Disposal 5 Operation 8 11 Troubleshooting 15 Assembly n 5 6 Maintenance 12 13 Waranty senssieniarress 16 SAFETY RULES amp WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING When using electric gardening appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire electric shock and personal injury including the following READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS MOWER SAFETY GUIDELINES The information this manual contains e Familiarize yourself with your lawn will alert you to potential hazards and mower know all the lawn mower con prevent possible problems trols and how to operate them It may not be practical or possible to warn about all the hazards associated with op USER SAFETY erating or maintaining your lawn mower The symbols below may appear in this in this manual and we would advise you manual and on your mower Learn and to use your own good judgment understand their meaning CAUTION DANGER To reduce risk of or Cut hazard electric shock do not WARNING keep hands expose to water or and feet away operate on wet ground ray I DANGER Beware of Do not mow when Beware of thrown sharp blade
4. e 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 e Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the motor is running e Always remove battery from mower before adjusting cleaning or repairing e 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 e 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 e Maintain or replace safety and instruc tion labels as necessary e 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 e 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 large number of lawns V BATTERY amp CHARGER SAFETY A CAUTION Before using battery or charger please read all instructions Serious injury electrical shock or prop erty damage may occur if all warnings and instructions
5. keep children or others objects from mower hands and feet away are present keep deck Remove bystanders away objects that could be thrown by the blade L Mow across slopes not up and down Read the Do not mow any slope that has operator s an angle of greater than 15 manual 2 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 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 Do not operate the mower without the
6. Secure the lower handle to the bracket with the knob on each side Wing nut Operator presence control bar Handle knob ASSEMBLY TO PREPARE BATTERY NOTE Your battery must be charged be fore you can start your lawn mower Avoid charging battery in extremely hot or cold temperatures IMPORTANT Do not store charger inside of motor or on top of battery A WARNING Use only the battery pack supplied with this mower Type XXXXXX A WARNING Do not charge battery in rain or wet locations A WARNING Do not attempt to operate mower while battery is charging A CAUTION Only use battery charger approved by the manufacturer of your mower Using a charger not approved by the manufacturer of your mower is hazard ous could damage your mower and void your warranty NOTE The battery can be charged while in or out of the lawn mower 1 Install battery as shown and tilt handle back to lock into position Battery Remove the jack cover Plug the battery charger into the jack on the battery 4 Plug the other end of the battery charger into a 120 volt A C outlet The red light on the charger will illuminate indicating that the charger is working and the battery is being charged When the battery is completely charged the red light will go out and the green light will illuminate NOTE It takes approximately 15 hours to charge a fully discharged battery IMPORTANT Battery should be charged
7. provide nutrients for the lawn Always mulch with your highest motor blade speed as this will provide the best recut ting 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 it iis a NH Wa in 1 3 AN e 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 sec ond 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 BEFORE AFTER EVERY EVERY MAINTENANCE EACH 10 25 HOURS SCHEDULE use USE HouRS OR SEASON Chetes v Check Drive Wheels v Clean Lawn Mower SiS Clean Gearcase J Check Drive Belt Pulleys Check Sharpen Replace Bade Lubrication oo Recharge Battery Use a scraper to clean under deck Replace blades more often
8. safer at the rate for which it was designed e 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 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 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 Stop lawn mower Release the switch Remove battery from mower 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 referen
9. after each use regardless of power level Battery should always be stored in a fully charged state This battery will not develop a charging memory AWARNING Do not store battery in tem peratures lower than 32 F 0 C oN BATTERY CHARGER LED INDICATORS Press the Battery Capacity Indicator Switch on the back of the battery The LED lights will indicate the current battery capacity as follows LIGHT MODE BATTERY STATUS RED Battery is at 20 capacity charging is required YELLOW Battery is at 25 capacity will require charging soon 1 GREEN Battery is at 45 capacity 2 GREEN Battery is at 60 capacity 3 GREEN Battery is at full capacity K P S S ee N Gh ge Gh OOO0C0C LED indicator lights Switch PRE OPERATION 4 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 e Don t Use In Rain e Keep Children Away All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area e 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 e Use Safety Glasses Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty e Use Right Appliance Do not use lawn mower for any job except that for which it is intended e Don t Force Lawn Mower It will do the job better and
10. ame side hooks onto the door pivot pins 2 The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass catcher frame ACAUTION Do not run your lawn mower without mulcher plug or approved grass catcher in place Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open Rear door Grass catcher handle 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 handle TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher To convert to bagging e Open rear door and remove mulcher plug Store mulcher plug in a safe place e You can now install grass catcher e To convert to mulching operation install mulcher plug into rear discharge open ing of mower 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 Mulcher
11. are not understood and followed Only use batteries provided or approved by the manufacturer e The batteries are sealed units and can not be opened or taken apart When a battery is no longer holding a charge take it to a local recycling center Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery It might spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts and may cause an explosion Keep the area around the charger and batteries clean Remove personal metal items such as rings bracelets necklaces and watches when working with a lead acid battery Do not touch un insulated parts of the battery contacts or terminals Do not leave the batteries outside in the elements Always store the batteries in a dry area where the temperature does not drop below 32 F or 0 C The Charger and batteries should be kept in a dry area away from children pets heat and moisture Only Charge batteries with standard 120V household supply Do not attempt to rewire or otherwise short circuit the batteries Use the charger only in a well venti lated area Do not charge batteries ina sealed container Use only manufacturer approved char ger to charge the lawnmower batteries Charge only manufacturer approved batteries with this charger Charging other batteries or products may cause personal injury or property damage If the cord or other parts are damaged replace them immediately before using the charg
12. ation blade bolt Motor runs 1 Weak Battery 1 Remove battery and charge only briefly Grass catcher not filling If so equipped Cutting height too low Lift on blade worn off Catcher not venting air Raise cutting height Replace blade Clean grass catcher Hard to push 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 Belt wear Belt off of pulley Loss of drive or slowing of drive speed 15 Drive cable worn or broken Raise cutting height Raise lawn mower housing one 1 setting higher Empty grass catcher Adjust handle height to suit Check replace drive belt Check reinstall drive belt Replace drive cable 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 co
13. ce Operator presence control bar AA Start button LH a trol O on ro ar Mulcher lA plug if pp Wing nut Grass catcher Single point height adjuster handie Battery Motor Handle housing y LEX knob 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 Drive control bar used to engage Single point height adjuster used to power propelled forward motion of lawn adjust cutting height of lawn mower mower OPERATION WEAR YOUR FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT e 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
14. cover it to protect it from dust and dirt e Cover your unit with a suitable protec tive 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 Poor cut uneven CAUSE Start button not depressed Weak Battery Loose blade or broken blade adapter Operator presence control bar in released position Operator presence control bar defective 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 Worn bent or loose blade 2 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 3 Weak Battery Battery not properly seated 2 3 CORRECTION Press start button and hold down operator presence control bar to handle Reinstall battery Remove battery and charge Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter Press start button and hold down operator presence control bar to handle Replace operator presence control bar Raise cutting height Raise cutting height Clean underside of mower housing Cut at slower walking speed Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Clean underside of mower housing Remove battery and charge Excessive 1 Worn bent or loose blade 1 Replace blade Tighten vibr
15. eels If necessary to clean the drive wheels check both rear wheels GEAR CASE e To keep your drive system working properly the gear case and area around the drive should be kept clean and free of trash build up e The gear case is filled with lubricant to the proper level at the factory The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the gear case CLEANING 4 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 e Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove buildup of grass and trash e Clean motor cover often to keep trash from accumulating e 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 period of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store ina clean dry area Clean entire lawn mower See CLEAN ING
16. 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 e Disengage the self propelled mecha nism on mowers so equipped before starting the motor e If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally stop the motor and check immediately for the cause e Vibration is generally a warning of trouble e Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operat ing mower ll SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to slip 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 e Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direc
17. er To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord unplug the charger by the plug and not by the cord when dis connecting charger Use the charger in a location where it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress Do not disassemble charger take it toa qualified service agent or replace char ger when service or repair is required To reduce risk of electric shock unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Never alter the charger or cord ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL S amp z Pb The following toxic and corrosive materials are in the battery used in this battery pack a toxic material amp WARNING All toxic materials must be disposed of in a specified manner to prevent contamination of the environment Dispose of batteries according to local by laws because this Lead Acid battery contains lead and sulphuric acid that are hazardous materials A WARNING If the battery pack cracks or breaks with or without leaks do not re charge it and do not use Dispose of it and replace with a new battery pack DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR IT To avoid injury and risk of fire explosion or electric shock and to avoid damage to the environment e Cover the batterey s terminals with heavy duty adhesive tape e DO NOT attempt to remove or destroy any of the battery pack components e DO NOT attempt to open the battery pack e Ifa lea
18. he 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 Sade ee Deparien 9335 Harris Corners Parkway p 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 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
19. k develops the released electro lytes are corrosive and toxic DO NOT get the solution in the eyes or on skin and do not swallow it e DO NOT place this battery in your regu lar household trash e DO NOT dispose of the battery in a fire The cell may explode e DO NOT place it where it will become part of any waste landfill or municipal solid waste stream e Take it to a certified recycling or disposal center ASSEMBLY TO REMOVE MOWER FROM CARTON e Remove all loose parts from carton e 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 e Remove any packing material which may be between the upper and lower handles for shipping purposes e 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 e Align the holes between the upper handle and lower handles Insert the cam locks and tighten them with the wing nuts provided e
20. mponents 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 maintained 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 In t
21. plug 10 OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS A CAUTION Do not use de thatcher IMPORTANT For best performance blade attachments on your mower Such keep mower housing free of built up grass attachments are hazardous will damage and trash See CLEANING in the Main your mower and could void your warranty tenance section of this manual e The special mulching blade will recut e Under certain conditions such as when mowing very tall grass raise the mower height on the first cut to avoid overheat ing 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 by overlapping previously cut path When using a rear discharge lawn mower in moist heavy grass clumps of cut grass may not enter the grass catcher Run the lawn mower over the area a second time If a trail of clippings is left on the right side of a rear discharge mower mow in a clockwise direction with a small over lap to collect the clippings on the next pass Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt and dust with use and catchers will collect less grass To prevent this regularly hose catcher off with water and let dry before using 11 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 mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to
22. 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 Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your mower Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your mower is haz ardous 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 TO REPLACE BLADE 1 Be sure the trailing edge of blade op posite sharp edge is up toward the motor 2 Install the square washer and insulated washer secure with blade nut 3 Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower housing and tighten the blade nut turning clockwise e The recommended tightening torque is 35 40 ft Ibs TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE We do not recommend sharp ening blade An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or motor DRIVE WHEELS Check rear drive wheels each time you mow to be sure they move freely The wheels not turning freely means trash grass cuttings etc may be inside the drive wheel and dust cover area and must be cleaned out to free drive wh
23. tion on slopes e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc e Watch for holes ruts or bumps Tall grass can hide obstacles DO NOT e Do not trim near drop offs ditches or embankments The operator could lose footing or balance e Do not cut excessively steep slopes e Do not mow on wet grass Reduced footing could cause slipping lll CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the opera tor is not alert to the presence of chil dren Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them e Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult e Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area e 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 e The mower is not a toy It can be very dangerous children should not use this mower Only responsible adults who have read the manual and understood all instruc tions should operate this mower SAFETY RULES IV GENERAL SERVICE e Never run a machine inside a closed area e Never make adjustments or repairs with the motor running e Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equip ment in good condition e Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly
24. when mowing in sandy soil GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected 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 e Once a year check blade for wear e Follow the Maintenance Schedule in this manual i a a Ls LY Spray lubricant Rear door hinge rod BEFORE EACH USE e Check for loose fasteners Handle bracket mounting pins e Charge the battery The three green LEDs on the battery will light when the IMPORTANT Do not oil or grease plastic battery is fully charged wheel bearings Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the LUBRICATION life of the self lubricating bearings If you Keep unit well lubricated 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 Remove battery from mow er before servicing cleaning or removing material from lawn mower TIRES e Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemicals which can harm rub ber e Avoid stumps stones deep ruts
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