Black & Decker LM175 TYPE 1, LM175 TYPE 2 Owner’s Manual

18INCH(46cm)ELECTRICMOWER

INSTRUCTIONMANUAL

DateCode: LM 175

KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW:

• Do not operate mower unless handle is locked into position.

• Ensure shroud hole covers are properly installed.

• For best cutting results, keep blade sharpened and balanced.

• Inspect and thoroughly clean your mower after each use (adeck with caked grass will degrade performance).

• Make sure mowing area is clear of other persons or pets prior to starting and during operation.

SAVETHIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT

FOR ANY REASON PLEASE CALL

1-800-544-6986

BEFORE YOU CALL, HAVE THE CATALOG No. AND DATE CODE

AVAILABLE. IN MOST CASES, A BLACK & DECKER REPRESENTATIVE

CAN RESOLVE THE PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE. IFYOU HAVE A

SUGGESTION OR COMMENT, GIVE US A CALL. YOUR FEEDBACK IS

VITAL TO BLACK & DECKER.

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS

It is important for you to read and understand this manual.

The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and

PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.

DANGER" Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Z_WARNING" Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Z_CAUTION" Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a

potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

z_WARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND

INSTRUCTIONS /K 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

TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:

• Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool reads and understands all safety instructions and other information contained

in this manual.

• Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in instructing others.

z_ DANGER IMPORTANT SAFE PRACTICES FOR

WALK-BEHIND MOWERS

This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the mower and in

the instruction manual before starting.

2. Do not put hands or feet near or under the mower. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

3. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate this mower.

4. Clear the area where the mower is to be used of objects such as rocks, sticks, wire, toys, bones, etc., which could be thrown by the

blade. Objects struck by the blade can cause severe injury to persons. Stay behind the handle when the motor is running.

5. Be sure the area surrounding the mower is clear of bystanders before operating. All bystanders and pets should be kept at a safe distance. Stop the mower if anyone enters the area surrounding the mower.

6. Do not operate mower barefooted or while wearing sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.

7. Do not pull mower backward unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while moving backward.

8. Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Release switch lever to turn mower off and stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces or when flipping the

handle.

9. Do not operate mower without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety protective devices in place and working. Periodically check all guards and safety protective devices

to ensure they are in good working order and will operate properly and perform their intended function. Replace a damaged guard or other safety device before further use.

10. Never leave a running mower unattended.

11. Always release the switch lever to stop the motor and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop and unplug the mower before cleaning the mower, removing the grass catcher, unclogging the

discharge guard, when leaving the mower, or before making any adjustments, repairs or inspections.

12. Operate mower only in daylight or good artificial light when objects in the path of the blade are clearly visible from the operating area

of the mower.

13. Do not operate mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or when you are tired or ill. Always stay alert, watch what

you are doing, and use common sense.

14. Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate mower in damp or wet grass, never use mower in the rain. Always be sure of your

footing; walk; never run.

15. Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before starting the motor.

16. If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally, release the switch lever, wait for the blade to stop and unplug the mower, then check for the cause immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of

trouble.

17. Always wear proper eye and respiratory protection when operating the mower.

18. The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended for use with this mower could be hazardous. Only use accessories

approved by Black & Decker.

19. Never overreach while operating the mower. Always be sure to keep proper footing and balance at all times while operating the mower.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.

1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

3. Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.

4. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. You could lose your footing or balance.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw

them.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

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

3. Never allow children to operate the mower.

4. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.

GENERAL SERVICE

1. Never operate mower in a closed area.

2. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

3. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

4. Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Allow mower to cool before storing.

5. Ifyoustrikeaforeignobject,releaseswitchlevertoturnmoweroff waitforthebladetostopandunplugthemowerandtheninspect themower.Repair,anydamage,beforestartingandoperatingthe

mower.

6. Nevermakeanyadjustmentsorrepairswiththemotorrunningor whilethemowerispluggedin.

7.Alwaysunplugelectricmowersbeforeadjustingcleaning

repairing,inspecting,transporting,storingoreavingthemower.

8. Checkgrasscatchercomponentsandthedischargeguard

frequentlyandwhennecessaryreplacewithBlack&Decker

recommendedpartsonly.

9. Mowerbladesaresharp.Wrapthebladeorweargloves,anduse

extracautionwhenservicingthem.

10.Maintainorreplacesafetyandinstructionlabels,asnecessary.

Volts

120V 0-25

240V 0-50

Ampere Rating More Not more

Than Than 0 6 18 6 10 18

10 12 16 12 16 14

Minimum Gage for Cord Sets

(0-7,6m)

(0-15,2m)

Total Length of Cord in Feet

26-50 51-100 101-150

(7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)

51-100 101-200 201-300

(15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m)(60,9-91,4m)

American Wire Gage

16 16 14 16 14 12 16 14 12

12 Not Recommended

Z_WARNING: GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS

• THIS TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS. Follow all warnings and Safety

Instructions in this manual. The operator is responsible for following warnings and instructions in this manual and on unit. Restrict use of this mower to persons who read, understand and follow warnings and

instructions in this manual and on unit.

• STORE IDLE MOWER INDOORS. Mowers should be stored indoors in dry, secured area - out of reach of children.

• DON'T FORCE MOWER. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

• USE RIGHT APPLIANCE. Do not use the mower for any job except that for which it is intended.

• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves, long pants and substantial, non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors.

• USE SAFETY GLASSES AND OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields, complying with

applicable safety standards and, when needed, a face shield. Also use face or dust mask if operation is dusty. This applies to all persons in the

work area. Also use a hard hat, hearing protection, gloves, safety shoes and dust collection systems when specified or required. Safety glasses or the like are available at extra cost at your local dealer or

Black & Decker Service Center.

• DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry mower by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

• MAINTAIN MOWER WITH CARE. Keep cutting edge clean and sharp for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect mower cord periodically and if damaged, have it repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.

Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don't carry plugged-in mower with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

• BEFORE USING, always visually inspect to see that the blade, blade fasteners and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and fasteners in sets to preserve balance. Inspect the mower cord - ensure it is in good condition. Cord insulation

must be intact with no cracks or deterioration.

• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, this mower has polarized plug blades (one blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The mower plug will fit

into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. The extension cord plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If the extension

cord plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the extension cord plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the mower plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.

• EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or

deterioration. Plug connectors must be undamaged. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating, which can

shorten the life of the motor. The table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt,

use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

F_ indicates the Mower is "DOUBLE INSULATED"

• OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use, such

as an extension cord of type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A.

• GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) protection should

be provided on the circuits or outlets to be used for the mower. Receptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.

• CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the mower, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended

function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving

parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect their operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be

properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless

otherwise indicated elsewhere in this manual.

• REPAIRS AND SERVICE. Repairs, maintenance and any

adjustments not specified in this manual should be performed by Black & Decker authorized service centers or other qualified service

organizations, always using identical replacement parts.

zLDANGER: ADDITIONAL WARNINGS FOR MOWERS

• ALWAYS firmly grip handle with both hands when operating mower.

• NEVER wear radio or music headphones while operating mower.

• CONTAIN long hair.

• NEVER attempt to make a wheel height adjustment while the motor is

running or while the mower is plugged in.

• IF MOWER stalls, release switch lever to turn mower off, wait for

blade to stop and unplug the cord before attempting to unclog the

chute or remove anything from under the deck.

• KEEP HANDS and feet away from cutting area.

• KEEP BLADES sharp. Always use protective gloves when handling the mower blade.

• IF YOU are using a grass catcher, check it frequently for wear and deterioration. If excessively worn, replace with new bag for your safety.

• USE EXTREME CAUTION when reversing or pulling mower toward you.

Z_WARNING: Some dust created by this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these

chemicals are:

• compounds in fertilizers

• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides

To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

ZLWARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead,

known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE ASSEMBLING YOUR MOWER, CHECK THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE FOLLOWING IN THE SHIPPING CARTON.

SEE FIGURE 1.

A. Mower

B. Upper Handle C. Lower Handle

D. Plastic Bag with handle bolt, 2 wing nuts, 2 star washers, cable tie

and 2 shroud hole covers.

ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE (FIGURE 2)

1. Your mower carton contains the mower, 2 handles and 1 plastic parts bag.

2. Fasten the upper and lower handle halves together using the eye bolt (already installed on the power cord) and the bolt and wing

nuts from the plastic bag. Make sure the power cord and switch are on the same side of the mower as the discharge area. The eye bolt is installed so that the cord is routed to the outside. Place star washers on the bolts between handle and the wing

nuts.Tighten the wing nuts securely.

REMOVING THE HANDLE (FIGURE 4)

1. UNPLUG TOOL, AND WAIT FOR BLADE TO COME TO A

COMPLETE STOP.

2. Brace the rear of the mower so that it cannot roll backward.

3. Push down on each shroud hole cover tab, and rotate each shroud hole cover out of the shroud. (Figure 4A)

4. Grasp the ends of the lower handle with both hands. Squeeze the two sides of the handle towards one another while pulling back on

the handle. (Figure 4B)

Z_WARNING: NEVER use a sharp object to move jacketed wires out

of the way.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: A mower is a major appliance and should not be

operated simultaneously with other major appliances on the same house circuit.

Z_WARNING: Make sure that other persons and pets are at least 100

feet away.

INSPECT CUTTING AREA

Remove all rocks, sticks, wire, toys, bones,

and other debris or items which might be thrown by the rotating blades.

ATTACHING THE HANDLE (FIGURE 3)

1. UNPLUG TOOL, AND WAIT FOR BLADE TO COME TO A

COMPLETE STOP.

2. Brace the front end of the mower so that it cannot roll forward.

3. Slide the shroud hole cover retaining loop over the end of the handle. Ensure that the arrows on the hole covers are pointing

towards each other when installed.(Figure 3A)

4. Align the ends of the lower handle with the holes in the mower shroud. (Figure 3B)

5. Push the handles into the mower until they are fully engaged, taking care not to pinch or damage the power cord.

6. Pull back on the handles to ensure a secure fit.

7. Install shroud hole covers by inserting the bottom edge of the

shroud hole cover onto the bottom edge of the shroud hole, then rotate hole cover forward and push down until it is firmly snapped

into position in the shroud. (Figure 3C)

8. Install cable tie on lower handle to secure cord. (Figure 8C)

ATTACHING EXTENSION CORD TO MOWER (FIGURE 5)

DO NOT connect the extension cord to power source until you have

finished reading this manual and you are ready to start mowing.

1. The extension cord must be polarized and will only plug in one way, orient the wide slot with the wide blade in the switch housing.

2. Loop the extension cord and push the loop up through the hole in the switch housing.

3. Pull the extension cord on the side of the loop that is plugged into the switch housing and remove all the slack in this section of the extension cord.

4. Place the loop over the strain relief tab on the switch housing and pull the extension cord so the loop draws down around the strain

relief tab as shown in the detail. Double check to see that you did not loosen the extension cord.

SWITCH USE (FIGURE 6)

Your mower is equipped with a special switch. To operate the switch, insert your finger into the opening (Figure 6) and push the lever out so

that you can grasp it with your other hand. Pull the lever back to turn the unit on and hold it against the mower handle to keep it running. To

turn the mower off, just release the lever. The spring loaded "SNAP ACTION" lever will quickly turn the mower off.

z_WARNING: NEVER ATTEMPT TO OVERRIDE THE OPERATION

OF THIS SWITCH.

O .4 _

EXTENSION CORD TO ELECTRICAL OUTLET (FIGURE 7)

1. Place most of the extension cord close to the electrical outlet, out of the path of the mower. Attach extension cord to mower.

2. Start in direction where extension cord side of mower is closest to the outlet. Begin mowing in the area closest to the outlet and mow

in a back and forth manner. Note the cord is kept on cut portion of lawn and out of the path of the mower. (FIGURE 7)

3. Avoid mowing in circles as cord will be harder to manage.

WHEEL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 8)

1. BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, TURN OFF, WAIT FOR

BLADE TO STOP AND UNPLUG MOWER.

2. Your mower features the Black & Decker single lever wheel height adjust system. This system will adjust all four wheels at the same time. Mower adjusts from 1 to 3 1/2 in. (25.4mm - 88.9mm) with six

increments.

3. Place your left hand on the height adjust handle and your right hand on the lower handle as shown in Figure 8.

4. Pull height adjust handle away from mower, and re-set in the desired height adjust position. (See recommended cutting height by grass type under OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS) Rotating the height adjust towards the front of the mower lowers the cutting height, and rotating towards the rear raises the cutting height.

O CUTTING HEIGHT POSITIONS

Position Cut

1 (LOW) 1 in. (25.4mm) 2 1-1/2 in. (38.1mm) 3 2 in. (50.8mm) 4 2-1/2 in. (63.5mm)

LOW 5 3 in. (76.2mm)

HIGH

DISCHARGING

The mower is designed to disperse the clippings back to the lawn.

1. Discharging may be necessary if the grass fills the optional bag too quickly.

2. Clippings may be further dispersed, if needed, by blowing them with a yard blower.

3. In heavy grass conditions, a narrower pass may be required

Z_CAUTION: Do not attempt to unclog the blade chamber by

dropping or tapping the mower on the ground. This can damage the mower.

6 (HIGH) 3-1/2 in. (88.9mm)

RECOMMENDED APPROXIMATE CUTTING HEIGHT

The cutting height should be higher in hot weather or shade, and lower for the last mow before winter.

COOL SEASON GRASSES

TYPE SHADE SUN

(inches) (inches)

CREEPING BENT GRASS 1-1/3 33.7mm 2/3 16.7mm

VELVER BENT GRASS 1/4 6.3mm 1/2 12.7mm

ANNUAL BLUEGRASS 1/2 12.7mm 1 25.4mm

CANADA BLUEGRASS 3 76.2mm 4 101.6mm

KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS 2-1/2 63.5mm 3 76.2mm ROUGH BLUEGRASS 1 25.4mm 1-1/2 38.1mm

SMOOTH BROMEGRASS 3 76.2mm 4 101.6mm

FINE RESUE 1-1/2 38.1mm 2-1/2 63.5mm TALL FESCUE 2-1/2 63.5mm 4 101.6mm ANNUAL RYEGRASS 2 50.Smm 2-1/2 63.5mm

TYPE SHADE

BAHIA GRASS 2 50.Smm

BERMUDA GRASS 1/2 12.7mm

BUFFALO GRASS 1-1/2 38.1mm

CARPET GRASS 1 25.4mm

CENTIPEDE GRASS 1 25.4mm

ST. AUGUSTINE GRASS 2 50.8mm ZOYSIA GRASS 1/2 12.7mm

NOTE: The cutting height range for your mower is 1 in. - 3-1/2 in.

25.4mm - 88.9mm

WARM SEASON GRASSES

(inches)

SUN

(inches)

3 76.2mm

1 25.4mm

2-1/2 63.5mm 2 50.Smm 2 50.Smm

3 76.2mm

1 25.4mm

OPTIONAL GRASS BAG (AVAILABLE AS AN OPTION AT EXTRA COST)

It is recommended to bag the clippings for the first few spring mowings and the last mowing of the season to discourage

diseases.

1. Bagging the clipping is sometimes preferred to reduce tracking of clippings into pools, hot tubs, and homes.

2. Clippings can be added to your compost bin and used later for a natural fertilizer.

CLEANING AND STORAGE

Z_ DANGER: Be sure the mower is unplugged and the blade has

stopped.

Remove and clean any debris from the outside of the mower and inside of guard before storage. Store under cover. See

MAINTENANCE section. Cleaning out the underside of the mower is done easiest immediately

after mowing (ENSURE MOWER IS UNPLUGGED AND BLADE HAS STOPPED). A rag, crumpled newspaper or paper towels, can be used

to wipe out caked clippings. Be careful of sharp edges of blade. A clean mowing deck improves the efficiency of the blade and

maintains high performance. When cleaning, DO NOT immerse mower in water or squirt it with a hose or pressure washer. Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the mower. Never let any liquid get inside the mower; never immerse any part of the mower into a liquid.

NOTE: Do not store the mower on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals. Such storage can cause rapid corrosion to metal parts.

PREVENTING CORROSION

Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents that greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. If you use the mower in areas where fertilizers or chemicals have been used, the mower should be

cleaned immediately afterwards. Wipe all exposed parts with a damp cloth. You may lubricate only metal

parts with a light petroleum based oil. Do not lubricate wheels.

MAINTENANCE

Before each mowing session unplug the mower and ensure that the blade has stopped. Check all nuts, bolts and screws to ensure proper tightness, Be sure to check the blade fastening system.

IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations. Use only identical replacement parts.

Inspect and thoroughly clean your mower at the beginning of each mowing season for longer life and better performance.

From time to time turn the mower off and wait for the blade to stop. Then unplug the power cord and turn the mower on its side. Using an object such as a stick or rag, wipe out any accumulation of grass in the

blade area. Also clean out any grass or debris which may be packed around the discharge/mulch door area. Be careful of the sharp edges

of the blade.

REMOVINGAND INSTALLING BLADE (FIGURE 9, 10, 11)

1. RELEASE SWITCH LEVER TO TURN MOWER OFF, WAIT FOR

THE BLADE TO STOP, AND UNPLUG MOWER. THEN TURN THE MOWER OVER FOR ACCESS TO THE BLADE.

2. Use a piece of 2x4 wood (about 2 feet long) to keep blade from turning while removing flange nut.

3. Wear gloves and proper eye protection. Be careful of sharp edges of blade. Position wood and remove flange nut as shown in

Figure 9.

4. Remove square metal blade spacer, square plastic blade insulator, and blade (Figure 10). Examine blade insulator for damage and

replace if necessary.

5. When replacing sharpened or new blade on shoulder of fan, make sure the "GRASS SIDE" on the blade will be facing the ground

when the mower is returned to its normal upright position. After installing blade, place blade insulator on blade such that the raised lips on one side engage the edges of the blade. Then install the blade spacer so that it sits inside the raised lips on the other side of

the blade insulator. Be sure to align the flats in the hole of the blade spacer with the flats of the shaft, rotating the blade and blade insulator together as necessary. Position piece of wood to keep blade from turning (Figure 11). Install flange nut with the flange against the blade spacer and securely tighten.

Fig. 10 A. nut, B. spacer, C. insulator,D. blade

SHARPENINGAND BALANCINGTHE BLADE: (FIGURE 12,13)

1. BE SURE THE SWITCH LEVER IS RELEASED AND THE BLADE

HAS STOPPED AND THE CORD UNPLUGGED BEFORE REMOVING THE BLADE.

2. At all times be careful of sharp edges of blade.

3. Remove blade from mower. See instructions for removing and installing blade.

4. Secure blade in a vise as shown in Figure 12.

5. Wear proper eye protection and be careful not to cut yourself.

6. Carefully file the cutting edges of the blade with a fine tooth file or sharpening stone, maintaining the original cutting angle.

7. Check balance of blade by placing center hole in blade over a nail or round shank screwdriver, clamped horizontally in a vise. If either end of the blade rotates down, file off additional material from that end. Blade is properly balanced when neither end drops.

(Figure 13)

8. Replace blade on mower and tighten securely.

O O

TROUBLE SHOOTING/CORRECTIVE ACTION GUIDE:

PROBLEM

-Motor will not start

-Motor keeps slowing

down

-Runs but poor cut

results

-Excess vibration

-Mower is hard to push

-Mower leaves clumps

of grass

-Discharge/Bag plugging

CORRECTIVE ACTION

- Check fuse or circuit breaker to ensure power is to outlet

- Check extension cord with another electrical device to ensure cord is good.

- Call customer service representative

1-800-544-6986

- The underside of the mower may be

plugged with clippings. Turn mower off, wait for blade to stop and UNPLUG mower and

clean out.

- Grass may be too tall, try pushing at a

slower pace, or raise cutting height.

- Check blade sharpness and balance, and

correct if required.

- The blade may be dull. Turn mower off,

wait for blade to stop and UNPLUG mower and carefully check for sharpness.

- Blade may be damaged (bent or badly

chipped). Turn mower off, wait for blade to stop and UNPLUG mower and replace if

necessary.

- Grass may be too high or thick for cutting

height. Turn mower off, wait for blade to sto and UNPLUG mower and raise cutting height.

- Blade may be loose. Turn mower off, wait

for blade to stop and UNPLUG mower then check blade for tightness.

- Blade may be bent or badly chipped.

Turn mower off, wait for blade to stop and UNPLUG mower and replace if necessary.

- Blade may be unbalanced. Refer to blade

balancing section of instruction manual.

- Mower is too close to the ground with the

amount of grass being cut. Turn mower off, wait for blade to stop and UNPLUG mower

and raise cutting height.

- Turn mower off, wait for blade to stop and

UNPLUG mower and check wheels and axles to ensure all are rotating easily.

- Turn mower off, wait for blade to stop and UNPLUG mower and raise cutting

height.

- Turn mower off, wait for blade to stop and UNPLUG mower and carefully check blade for sharpness.

- Grass may be too wet to cut. Wait for grass to dry.

- Grass may be too wet, try again when

grass is dry.

- There is too much grass. Turn mower off, wait for blade to stop and UNPLUG mower

and raise cutting height.

LUBRICATION:

Nolubricationisnecessary,Donotoilthewheels,Theyhaveplasticbearing surfaceswhichrequirenolubrication,

ACCESSORIES:

Recommendedaccessoriesforusewithyourtoolareavailablefrom

yourlocaldealerorauthorizedservicecenter.Ifyouneedassistance

regardingaccessories,pleasecall:1-800-544-6986.

z_WARNING:Theuseofanyaccessorynotrecommendedforuse

withthistoolcouldbehazardous.

HERE ARE SOME HELPFUL HINTS TO GET THE MOST FROM YOUR BLACK & DECKER MOWER...AND KEEP YOUR LAWN LOOKING BEAUTIFUL

Lawns should first be mowed in the spring when the grass is about 2 1/2 to 3 inches high. Mowing too early restricts the grass root systems which renew themselves every spring. New grass should be clipped when it is about 2 1/2 inches high.

Do not remove too much grass blade surface at one time...never more than 1/3 of the leaf height during each cutting. Cutting too close "shocks" sensitive grass blades, resulting in a shallow root system and thus making it more difficult for your lawn to reach

water in the soil.

Lawn care experts say that excessively close cutting is responsible for much of the difficulty experienced on many lawns. The depth and strength of the roots of grass are almost exactly proportional to its growth. Grasses of mature lawns often are seri- ously injured when mowed shorter than 1 1/2 inches, and a height

of 1 1/2 to 2 inches is preferred on large lawns.

Mow your lawn when it is dry to avoid clumping of wet grass. If you have a choice, late afternoon is the ideal time for mowing, not

only because the grass is dry, but also because the sensitive new cut area of the grass will not be exposed to intense sunlight.

Keep the mowing blade sharp for a nice clean cut. This improves the mower's performance and enhances the look of your lawn. A

dull blade shatters and bruises the tips of the grass. This impairs the healthy growth of your lawn and increases susceptibility to turf diseases, if the grass tips are bruised it causes a brownish colour and gives your lawn an unhealthy appearance. A dull blade may also pull up young seedlings.

Try to mow your lawn at the same (consistent) cutting height. While there are times when you should vary the cutting height with the changing seasons, a consistent cutting height produces a healthier, lovelier lawn with generally fewer weeds. Mow more

frequently during periods of fast growth. Frequent cutting ensures that the lower, less attractive portion of the grass will not show.

if your lawn has grown too long, (a vacation, for example, may interrupt your cutting schedule) mow at a cutting height one or two positions higher than normal. A second pass at "normal" cutting height a few days later will put your lawn back on schedule.

Changing the cutting height is a simple matter with

Black & Decker's One Touch Wheel Height Adjustment, which simultaneously adjusts all four wheels at once.

During the spring and fall, (or after an interruption to the cutting schedule) the grass will be longer and thicker. If the motor

continually slows down while cutting, try setting the wheels for a higher cutting height. Excessive motor loading can result in uneven cutting, quicker discharge of the battery, and can cause the circuit breaker to trip, which stops the motor.

Three good ideas to enhance your lawn's appearance: Vary the mowing direction frequently; mow horizontally on hillsides; (this is also a good safety practice) and do not forget to overlap the mowing path on each pass.

10. Always mow grass so that clippings are discharged onto cut lawn. This will keep your lawn looking fresh by avoiding "Cut Grass" build-up which will eventually brown and appear ugly.

SERVICE INFORMATION

All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To

find your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under "Tools--Electric" or call: 1-800-544-6986 or visit

www.blackanddecker.com

FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY

Black & Decker (U.S.) inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways.

The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a

participating retailer). Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer's policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time

set for exchanges. The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black &

Decker owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be required.Black & Decker

owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under "Tools-Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory.

This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from

state to state or province to province. Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: if your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free

replacement.

Deck Warranty

Lifetime Warranty for DECK only against any defects in material or workmanship.

This product is not intended for commercial use.

imported by

Black & Decker (U.S.) inc.,

701 E. Joppa Rd.

Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

See 'Tools-

Electric'

- Yellow Pages - for Service &

Sales

FRANI_AIS

TONDEUSEDE46 cm (18 po)

GUIDED'UTILISATION

MODI_LE LM175

VOICI DES RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS QU'IL VOUS FAUT SAVOIR :

• Ne pas utiliser la tondeuse si la poignee n'est pas bloquee en position.

• S'assurer que les couvercles des trous du fiasque sont correctement installes.

• Pour une meilleure coupe, maintenir la lame aiguisee et equilibr6e.

• Examiner et nettoyer soigneusement la tondeuse apres chaque utilisation (du gazon adherant au ch&ssis peut reduire le rendement).

• S'assurer que la surface a tondre est a t'ecart de toute personne ou animal avant de demarrer et au cours de l'utilisation.

CONSERVER CE MANUEL POUR UN USAGE ULTI_RIEUR

Cat. n° LM175

Form. n° 90512516 Rev. 1 DECEMBRE '07

Imprim_ au Mexico

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