Cisco Systems MM275 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW:

• Lifetime 3 in 1 deck-Mulching, Discharging and Bagging (bag optional).

• 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 (a deck with caked grass will degrade performance).

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

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Cat No. MM275 Form No. 598984-00 JULY 2005

MM275

18” MULCHING MOWER

WARNING: Important Safety Warnings and Instructions

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.

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

• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.O

WARNING: 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.R

ALL TOOLS

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).

This equipment must be used with a suitable polarized 2 wire or 3 wire extension cord. Polarized connections will fit together only one way. Make sure that the receptacle end of the extension cord has large and small blade slot widths. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, obtain a suitable extension cord. If the extension cord does not fit fully into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the lawnmower plug or extension cord in any way. 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 power tool to persons who read, understand and follow warnings and instructions in this manual and on unit.

• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use lawnmowers in damp or wet

locations. Don’t use lawnmowers in the rain.

• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All other persons and pets should be kept at a safe

distance from work area.

• STORE IDLE LAWNMOWER INDOORS. Lawnmowers should be stored indoors in

dry, secured area – out of reach of children.

• DON’T FORCE LAWNMOWER. 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 lawnmower 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. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals.

• 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 lawnmower by cord or yank it to disconnect

from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

• DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• MAINTAIN LAWNMOWER 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 lawnmower 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.

• DISCONNECT LAWNMOWER. Disconnect the lawnmower from the power supply

when not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories such as blades and the like.

• KEEP GUARDS in place and in working order.

• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry plugged-in lawnmower 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.

• 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.

• indicates the Mower is “DOUBLE INSULATED”

• OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS WARNING: 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 gardening appliance. Receptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.

• STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate

lawnmower when you are tired, ill or under the influence of any drugs or alcohol.

• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the lawnmower, 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 its 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.

• USE OF ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS. The use of any accessory or

attachment not recommended for use with this lawnmower could be hazardous. Note: Refer to the accessory section of this manual for further details.

Minimum Gage for Cord Sets

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150 240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300

Ampere Rating

More Not more American Wire Gage Than Than 0-6 18 16 16 14 6 - 10 18 16 14 12 10 - 12 16 16 14 12 12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

FOR ALL TOOLS

SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS: DOUBLE INSULATION

REPLACEMENT PARTS: When servicing use only identical Black & Decker replacement parts.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: POLARIZED PLUGS

BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT

FOR ANY REASON PLEASE CALL

1-800-54-HOW-TO (544-6986)

IF YOU SHOULD EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM

WITH YOUR BLACK & DECKER PRODUCT,

CALL 1-800-54-HOW-TO (544-6986)

BEFORE YOU CALL, HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AVAILABLE, CATALOG

No., TYPE No., AND DATE CODE (e.g. 20000130M). IN MOST CASES, ABLACK & DECKER REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE YOUR PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE. IF YOU HAVE A SUGGESTION OR COMMENT, GIVE US A CALL. YOUR FEEDBACK

IS VITALTO BLACK & DECKER.

• THOROUGHLY inspect the area where the lawnmower is to be used and remove

all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects that could be thrown by the blade.Objects struck by lawnmower blade can cause severe injury to persons.

• DO NOT operate the lawnmower when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

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

while the lawnmower is plugged in.

• DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the

discharge opening at all times.

• RELEASE switch lever to turn mower off when crossing gravel drives, walks, roads,

or when flipping handle.

• 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.

• AFTER STRIKING a foreign object, release switch lever to turn mower off, wait for

the blade to stop and unplug the mower, thoroughly inspect the mower for any

damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower.

• IF THE lawnmower should start to vibrate abnormally release switch lever wait for

blade to stop and unplug mower check immediately for cause. Vibration is

generally a warning of trouble.

• RELEASE SWITCH lever to turn mower off, wait for the blade to stop and unplug

the mower whenever you leave the equipment, before removing the grass catcher,

discharge chute or unclogging or cleaning the mower housing, and when making

any repairs or inspections.

• MOW ACROSS the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

• KEEP HANDS and feet away from cutting area.

• KEEP BLADES sharp.

• 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.

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. Discharge Chute E. Plastic Bag with handle bolt, wing nuts, star washers, cable tie and shroud hole

covers

ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE (FIGURE 2)

1. Your mower carton contains the mower, 2 handles, discharge chute 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.

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 lawnmower shroud. (Figure 3B)

5. Push the handles into the lawnmower 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.

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 the shroud hole cover tab, and rotate the 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)

CAUTION: NEVER use a sharp object to move jacketed wires out of the way.

MULCHING

The mower is designed to mulch or discharge the grass depending on whether mulch door is closed (mulching) or the mulch door is up and the discharge chute is in place (discharging). No further assembly steps are required if you are mulching. PROCEED TO OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

DISCHARGE CHUTE INSTALLATION (FIGURE 5) (If you wish to discharge the clippings rather than mulch, perform these steps)

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

2. Open mulch door by pulling on the mulch door finger grip. (Figure 5A)

3. Align the discharge chute arrows with the positioning arrows on the lawnmower deck and insert the discharge chute as shown.

4. Position the chute until the chute hooks are trapped under the deck hooks and

release the chute and door.(Figure 5B)

ADDITIONAL WARNINGS FOR MOWERS

NOTE: The cut height range for your mower is 1” - 3-1/2”

WHEEL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 9)

1. BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, TURN OFF, UNPLUG MOWER AND

WAIT FOR BLADE TO STOP.

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” 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 9.

4. Pull height adjust handle away from mower, and re-set in the desired height

adjust position. (See recommended cut height by grass type under OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS) Rotating the height adjust towards the front of the mower lowers the cut height, and rotating towards the rear raises the cut height.

MULCHING TIPS

In the mulching configuration your new mower is designed to re-cut the grass clippings into short lengths. These clippings, which are dispersed as you mow will biodegrade quickly and provide nutrients for the lawn.

• Set mower at highest cutting height when mowing in rough ground or in tall weed.

• Avoid cutting the lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps with the mulching action. The best time to cut your lawn is in the afternoon.

• For best results, adjust the lawnmower cutting height so that the lawnmower cuts off only the top third of the grass blades.

• If your lawn is overgrown it may be necessary to increase the cutting height to reduce the pushing effect and prevent overloading the motor.

• For extremely heavy mulching make narrower cuts and mow slowly.

• Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week and east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: A lawnmower is a major appliance and should not be operated

simultaneously with other major appliances on the same house circuit.

Warning: Make sure that other persons and pets are at least 100 feet away.

Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, and other debris which might be thrown by the rotating blades

ATTACHING EXTENSION CORD TO MOWER (FIGURE 6)

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 7)

Your mower is equipped with a special switch. To operate the switch, insert your finger into the opening (Figure 7) 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.

CAUTION: NEVER ATTEMPT TO OVERRIDE THE OPERATION OF THIS SWITCH.

EXTENSION CORD TO ELECTRICAL OUTLET (FIGURE 8)

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 8)

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

COOL SEASON GRASSES

TYPE SHADE SUN

CREEPING BENT GRASS 1-1/3” 2/3”

VELVER BENT GRASS 1/4” 1/2”

ANNUAL BLUEGRASS 1/2” 1”

CANADA BLUEGRASS 3” 4”

KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS 2-1/2” 3”

ROUGH BLUEGRASS 1” 1-1/2”

SMOOTH BROMEGRASS 3” 4”

FINE RESUE 1-1/2” 2-1/2”

TALL FESCUE 2-1/2” 4”

ANNUAL RYEGRASS 2” 2-1/2”

WARM SEASON GRASSES

TYPE SHADE SUN

BAHIA GRASS 2” 3”

BERMUDA GRASS 1/2” 1”

BUFFALO GRASS 1-1/2” 2-1/2”

CARPET GRASS 1” 2”

CENTIPEDE GRASS 1” 2”

ST. AUGUSTINE GRASS 2” 3”

ZOYSIA GRASS 1/2” 1”

RECOMMENDED APPROXIMATE CUTTING HEIGHT

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

INSPECT CUTTING AREA

CUTTING HEIGHT POSITIONS Position Cut

1 (LOW) 1” 2 1-1/2” 32” 4 2-1/2” 53” 6 (HIGH) 3-1/2”

LOW

HIGH

REMOVING AND ATTACHING BLADES

(FIGURE 10,11,12)

RELEASE SWITCH LEVER TO TURN MOWER OFF, WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO STOP, AND UNPLUG MOWER!

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

blade nut.

Wear gloves. Position wood and remove nut as shown in Figure 10.

Remove lower blade spacer, lower insulator washer and blade. (Figure 11)

When replacing sharpened or new blade on shoulder of fan, make sure the “GRASS SIDE”

identification on the blade is facing the ground. Place lower insulator washer over shoulder of

the fan. Now place lower blade spacer and the blade nut on the shaft.

NOTE: Align flats of shaft with flats in lower insulator washer and lower the blade space.

Position wood to keep shaft from turning (Figure 12) and then securely tighten blade nut.

SHARPENING AND BALANCING THE BLADE:

(FIGURE 13,14)

BE SURE THE SWITCH LEVER IS RELEASED AND THE BLADE HAS STOPPED AND THE CORD

UNPLUGGED BEFORE REMOVING THE BLADE.

Remove blade from mower. See instructions for removing and attaching blade.

Secure blade in a vise as shown in Figure 13.

Wear safety glasses and be careful not to cut yourself.

Carefully file the cutting edges of the blade with a fine tooth file or sharpening stone.

Check balance of blade by placing centre hole in blade over a nail or screwdriver shank, 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 14))

Replace blade on mower and tighten securely.

LUBRICATION:

No lubrication is necessary. Do not oil the wheels. They have plastic bearing surfaces which require no lubrication.

ACCESSORIES:

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call: 1-800-54-HOW-TO.

WARNING: The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool

could be hazardous.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to unclog the blade chamber by dropping or

tapping the tool on the ground. This can damage the unit. Keep hands clear of blade when cleaning.

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

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

Warning! Be sure the tool is unplugged.

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

NOTE: Do not store the tool 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 tool in areas where fertilizers or chemicals have been used, the tool 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.

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.

A clean mowing deck improves the efficiency of the blade and maintains high performance. When cleaning, DO NOT immerse tool 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.

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.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING/CORRECTIVE ACTION GUIDE:

Service Information

Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized service locations throughout North America. 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: 1-800-54-HOW-TO.

WARRANTIES 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. Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest

Black & Decker Service Center.

Deck Warranty

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

This product is not intended for commercial use.

PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION

-Motor will not start - 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 respresentative 1 800 54 HOW TO

-Motor keeps slowing down - The underside of the mower may be plugged with clippings, UNPLUG mower and clean out.

- Grass may be too tall, try pushing at a slower pace, or raise cut height.

- Check blade sharpness and balance, and correct if required.

- If mulching, it may be too much grass, UNPLUG mower and attach discharge chute to disperse grass

-Runs but poor cut results - The blade may be dull, unplug mower and carefully

check for sharpness.

- Blade may be damaged(bent or badly chipped), UNPLUG mower and replace if necessary.

- Grass may be too high or thick for cutting height, UNPLUG mower and raise cutting height.

-Excess vibration - Blade may be loose, UNPLUG mower and check blade for tightness.

- Blade may be bent or badly chipped , UNPLUG mower and replace if necessary.

- Blade may be unbalanced. Refer to blade balancing section of instruction manual.

-Mower is hard to push - Mower is too close to the ground with the amount of grass being cut, UNPLUG mower and raise cutting height.

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

-Mower leaves clumps of grass - Too much grass, UNPLUG mower and raise cutting height.

- If mulching, it may be too much grass, UNPLUG mower and attach discharge chute to disperse grass

- UNPLUG mower and carefully check blade for sharpness.

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

-Discharge/Bag plugging - Grass may be too wet, try again when grass is dry.

- Too much grass, UNPLUG mower and raise cutting height.

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701 E. Joppa Rd.

Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

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