Craftsman CMCMW260 Instruction Manual

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V60 Mower
Tondeuse V60
Podadora V60

CMCMW260

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Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words

This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk
of personal injury or property damage.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or seriousinjury.

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WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or seriousinjury.

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CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderateinjury.

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(Used without word) Indicates a safety related message.

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NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in propertydamage.

Fig. A

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3

13

11

10

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16

17

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7

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1

ON-OFF switch box

2

ON-OFF button

3

Safety key

4

Handle

5

Bail handle

6

Handle locks

7

Handle brackets

8

Handle storage detent
holes

9

Battery port cover

COMPONENTS

10

Cut height adjust lever

11

Rear door cover

12

Grass collection bag

13

Grass collection bag
handle

14

Upper carrying handle

15

Lower carrying handle

16

Side flap

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Side discharge
attachment

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and

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instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
seriousinjury.

WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part
of it. Damage or personal injury couldresult.

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instructionmanual.

If you have any questions or comments about this or
any product, call CRAFTSMAN toll free at:
1-888-331-4569.

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V60 Mower
CMCMW260

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce risk of injury:

• Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool

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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: When using battery powered lawn
mowers, basic safety precautions should always be

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followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury, including thefollowing.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

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.

• Avoid dangerous environment – don’t use lawn

mowers in damp or wetlocations.

• Don’t Use InRain.

• Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept a safe

distance from workarea.

• 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.

• Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if

operation isdusty.

• Use Right Appliance – Do not use lawn mower for any

job except that for which it isintended.

• 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 authorized service centers or other
qualified service organizations, always using identical
replacementparts.

• Don’t Force Lawn Mower – It will do the job better and

safer at the rate for which it wasdesigned.

• Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at

alltimes.

• Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common

sense. Do not operate lawn mower when you aretired.

• Disconnect Lawn Mower – Remove the safety key and

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

• Store Idle Lawn Mower Indoors – When not in use,

lawn mower should be stored in an indoor dry and locked­up place – out of reach of children. Remove safety key and
batterypack.

• 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:

1. Stop lawn mower. Release the bailhandle.

2. Remove battery pack and safetykey.

3. Inspect fordamage.

4. Repair any damage before restarting and
operating the lawnmower.

• Use identical replacement bladesonly.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Important

Safe Practices for Pedestrian­Controlled Mowers

This machine 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 Information

1 . Read, understand, and follow instructions and

warnings in this manual and on the machine, engine
andattachments.

2 . Only allow operators, who are responsible, trained,

familiar with the instructions, and physically capable to
operate the machine.

3 . Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

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Preparation Before Operating

1 . Clear the operating area of any objects which could be

thrown by or interfere with operation of the machine.

2 . Keep the area of operation clear of all bystanders,

particularly small children. Stop the machine and
attachment(s) if anyone enters the area.

3 . Do not operate the machine without the entire grass

catcher, discharge chute, or other safety devices in place
and functioning properly. Check frequently for signs of
wear or deterioration and replace as needed.

4 . Wear appropriate personal protective equipment such as

safety glasses, hearing protection, and footwear.

Operating

1 . Only operate the machine in daylight or good

artificiallight.

2 . Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden hazards.

Uneven terrain could overturn the machine, or cause
operator to lose their balance or footing.

3 . Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the

machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

4 . Do not direct discharge material toward anyone. Avoid

discharging material against a wall or obstruction.
Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the
blade(s) when crossing gravel surfaces.

Children Specific

1 . Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to

the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.

2 . Keep children out of the operating area and under

the watchful care of a responsible adult other than
theoperator.

Slope Specific

1 . Slopes are a major factor related to accidents. Operation

on slopes requires extra caution.

2 . Travel in the manufacturer recommended direction on

slopes. Use caution while operating near dropoffs.

3 . Avoid mowing wet grass. (Poor footing could cause a slip

and fall accident.)

4 . Do not operate machine under any condition where

traction, steering, or stability is in question. Mower could
slide even if the wheels are stopped.

5 . Avoid starting and stopping on slopes. Avoid making

sudden changes in speed or direction. Make turns slowly
and gradually.

6 . Use extra care while operating machine with a grass

catcher or other attachment(s). They can affect the
stability of the machine.

Service

1 . Keep machine in good working order. Replace worn or

damaged parts.

2 . Use caution when servicing blades. Wrap the blade(s) or

wear gloves. Replace damaged blades. Do not repair or
alter blade(s).

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The following are explanations of important safety
hazard pictorials on themower.

User must read and understand the
instructionmanual.

To avoid the risk of serious injury do not
mow up and down slopes. Always mow
acrossslopes.

To avoid the risk of injury to bystanders keep
all persons and pets at a safe distance from the
mower whileoperating.

Rotating blades can cause serious injury.
Keep hands and feet clear of mower deck and
discharge opening at all times. Always be
sure blade has stopped. Release bail handle
to turn mower off and wait for the blade
to stop rotating (approximately 3 seconds)
and remove the safety key and battey pack
before removing and replacing grass catcher,
cleaning, servicing, transporting or lifting
themower.
Objects struck by mower blade can cause
serious injury. Stay behind the handle when the
motor is running. Always ensure persons and
pets are clear of the discharge from the mower
while operating. Always inspect mowing area
before mowing and remove objects that could
be thrown by blade. Release bail handle to
turn mower off and wait for the blade to stop
rotating (approximately 3 seconds) before
crossing walk, roads, patio and graveldrives.

Additional Safety Information

WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or

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dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR
CERTIFIED SAFETYEQUIPMENT:

• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),

• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,

• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratoryprotection.
WARNING: Some dust created by this product

contains chemicals known to the State of California to

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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.

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The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The
symbols and their definitions are asfollows:

V ......................... volts

Hz ....................... hertz

min ..................... minutes

or DC ......direct current

...................... Class I Construction

(grounded)

…/min .............. per minute

BPM .................... beats per minute

IPM ..................... impacts per minute

RPM .................... revolutions per

minute

sfpm ................... surface feet per

minute

SPM .................... strokes per minute

OPM .................... oscillations per

minute

A ......................... amperes

W ........................ watts

or AC ........... alternating current

or AC/DC .... alternating or

direct current

...................... Class II

Construction

(double insulated)

no ....................... no load speed

n ......................... rated speed

...................... earthing terminal

..................... safety alert symbol

..................... visible radiation

..................... avoid staring at

light

..................... wear respiratory

protection

..................... wear eye

protection

..................... wear hearing

protection

..................... read all

documentation

IPXX .................... IP symbol

BATTERIES AND CHARGERS

The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton.
Before using the battery pack and charger, read the
safety instructions below and then follow charging
proceduresoutlined. When ordering replacement battery
packs, be sure to include the catalog number andvoltage.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs

WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions,
and cautionary markings for the battery pack,

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charger and product. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.

• Do not charge or use the battery pack in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery

pack from the charger may ignite the dust orfumes.

• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from

other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.

Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns
or a fire.

• NEVER force the battery pack into the charger. DO

NOT modify the battery pack in any way to fit into
a non-compatible charger as battery pack may
rupture causing serious personal injury. Consult

the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of
batteries andchargers.

• Charge the battery packs only in CRAFTSMAN chargers.

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• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or otherliquids.

• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in

locations where the temperature may reach or
exceed 104°F (40°C) (such as outside sheds or metal
buildings in summer). For best life store battery packs in
a cool, drylocation.
NOTE: Do not store the battery packs in a tool with
the trigger switch locked on. Never tape the trigger
switch in the ONposition.

• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is
severely damaged or is completely worn out. The

battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and
materials are created when lithium-ion battery packs
areburned.

• If battery contents come into contact with the skin,
immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If
battery liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open
eye for 15 minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical
attention is needed, the battery electrolyte is composed of
a mixture of liquid organic carbonates and lithiumsalts.

• Contents of opened battery cells may cause
respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms
persist, seek medicalattention.

WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be
flammable if exposed to spark orflame.

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WARNING: Fire hazard. Never attempt to open the
battery pack for any reason. If the battery pack case

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is cracked or damaged, do not insert into the charger.
Do not crush, drop or damage the battery pack. Do
not use a battery pack or charger that has received a
sharp blow, been dropped, run over or damaged in
any way (e.g., pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer,
stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be
returned to the service center forrecycling.

Storage Recommendations

1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away
from direct sunlight and excess heat or cold.

2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully
charged battery pack in a cool dry place out of the
charger for optimal results.

NOTE: Battery packs should not be stored completely
depleted of charge. The battery pack will need to be
recharged before use.

Battery Pack Cleaning Instructions

Dirt and grease may be removed from the exterior of the
battery using a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do not use
water or any cleaningsolutions.

The RBRC® Seal

The RBRC® (Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation) Seal on the nickel cadmium,
nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries
(or battery packs) indicates that the costs
to recycle these batteries (or battery
packs) at the end of their useful life have already been
paid by CRAFTSMAN. In some areas, it is illegal to place

spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion
batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste stream and
the Call2Recycle® program provides an environmentally
consciousalternative.

Call 2 Recycle, Inc., in cooperation with CRAFTSMAN and
other battery users, has established the program in the
United States and Canada to facilitate the collection of
spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion
batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve
natural resources by returning the spent nickel cadmium,
nickel metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries to an
authorized CRAFTSMAN service center or to your local
retailer for recycling. You may also contact your local
recycling center for information on where to drop off the
spent battery. RBRC® is a registered trademark of Call 2
Recycle,Inc.

Transportation

WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry the
battery pack so that metal objects can contact

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exposed battery terminals. For example, do
not place the battery pack in aprons, pockets, tool
boxes, product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose
nails, screws, keys, etc. Transporting batteries

can possibly cause fires if the battery terminals
inadvertently come in contact with conductive
materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the
like. The US Department of Transportation Hazardous

Material Regulations (HMR) actually prohibit
transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes
in carry-on baggage UNLESS they are properly
protected from short circuits. So when transporting
individual battery packs, make sure that the battery
terminals are protected and well insulated from
materials that could contact them and cause a short
circuit. NOTE:Li-ion batteries should not be put in
checkedbaggage.

Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Chargers

WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instructions,
and cautionary markings for the battery pack,

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charger and product. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or seriousinjury.

• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with
any chargers other than a CRAFTSMAN charger.

CRAFTSMAN chargers and battery packs are specifically
designed to worktogether.

• These chargers are not intended for any uses other

than charging CRAFTSMAN rechargeable batteries.

Any other uses may result in risk of fire, electric shock
orelectrocution.

• Do not expose the charger to rain orsnow.

• Pull by the plug rather than the cord when
disconnecting the charger. This will reduce the risk of
damage to the electric plug andcord.

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• Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not
be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected
to damage orstress.

• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely
necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in

risk of fire, electric shock orelectrocution.

• When operating a charger outdoors, always provide

a dry location and use an extension cord suitable
for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use

reduces the risk of electricshock.

• An extension cord must have adequate wire size

(AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The
smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the
capacity of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity
than 18gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
When using more than one extension to make up the
total length, be sure each individual extension contains at
least the minimum wire size. The following table shows
the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier thecord.

Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

Volts

120 V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
240 V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)

Ampere Rating

More

Not

Than

More
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

• Do not place any object on top of the charger or

place the charger on a soft surface that might block
the ventilation slots and result in excessive internal
heat. Place the charger in a position away from any heat

source. The charger is ventilated through slots in the top
and the bottom of thehousing.

• Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord

orplug–have them replaced immediately.

• Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp

blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any
way. Take it to an authorized servicecenter.

• Do not disassemble the charger; take it to an

authorized service center when service or repair is
required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of

electric shock, electrocution orfire.

• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before

attempting any cleaning. This will reduce the risk
of electric shock. Removing the battery pack will not

reduce thisrisk.

• NEVER attempt to connect 2 chargerstogether.

• The charger is designed to operate on standard

120V household electrical power. Do not attempt to

Total Length of Cord in Feet

(meters)

American Wire Gauge

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use it on any other voltage. This does not apply to the
vehicularcharger.

WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to
get inside the charger. Electric shock mayresult.

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WARNING: Burn hazard. Do not submerge the
battery pack in any liquid or allow any liquid to

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enter the battery pack. Never attempt to open the
battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing of
the battery pack breaks or cracks, return to a service
center for recycling.

CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury,
charge only CRAFTSMAN rechargeable battery packs.

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Other types of batteries may overheat and burst
resulting in personal injury and propertydamage.

CAUTION: Under certain conditions, with the charger
plugged into the power supply, the charger can

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be shorted by foreign material. Foreign materials
of a conductive nature, such as, but not limited to,
grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum
foil or any buildup of metallic particles should be
kept away from the charger cavities. Always unplug
the charger from the power supply when there is no
battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger before
attempting toclean.

Charging a Battery

NOTE: To ensure maximum performance and life of

lithium-ion battery packs, charge the battery pack fully

before firstuse.

1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before
inserting batterypack.

2. Connect the charger and battery pack, making sure
the battery is fully seated. The (charging) light will
blink continuously indicating that the charging process
hasstarted.

3. The completion of charge will be indicated by the light
remaining ON continuously. The battery pack is fully
charged and may be removed and used at this time or

left in the charger.

NOTE: To remove the battery pack, some chargers require
the battery pack release button to bepressed.

Indicators

Charging

Fully Charged

Hot/Cold Pack Delay

A charger will not charge a faulty battery pack. The charger
refusing to light could indicate a problem with the charger

NOTE: If the charger refuses to light, take the charger and
battery pack to be tested at an authorized servicecenter.

Hot/Cold Pack Delay

When the charger detects a battery pack that is too hot
or too cold, it automatically starts a Hot/Cold Pack Delay,
suspending charging until the battery pack has reached an
appropriate temperature. The charger then automatically

switches to the pack charging mode. This feature ensures
maximum battery packlife.

A cold battery pack may charge at a slower rate than a
warm batterypack.

Important Charging Notes

1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if
the battery pack is charged when the air temperature
is between 65°F – 75°F (18° C– 24°C). DO NOT charge
when the battery pack is below +40°F (+4.5°C), or
above +104°F (+40°C). This is important and will
prevent serious damage to the batterypack.

2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to the
touch while charging. This is a normal condition, and
does not indicate a problem. To facilitate the cooling of
the battery pack after use, avoid placing the charger or
battery pack in a warm environment such as in a metal
shed or an uninsulatedtrailer.

3. If the battery pack does not charge properly:

a. Check operation of receptacle by plugging in a lamp

or other appliance;

b. Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light

switch which turns power off when you turn out
the lights;

c. Move the charger and battery pack to a location

where the surrounding air temperature is
approximately 65°F – 75°F (18°C – 24°C);

d. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery

pack and charger to your local servicecenter.

4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to
produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily
done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under these
conditions. Follow the charging procedure. You may
also charge a partially used pack whenever you desire
with no adverse effect on the batterypack.

5. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but
not limited to, grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool,
aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic particles
should be kept away from charger cavities. Always
unplug the charger from the power supply when there
is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug the charger
before attempting toclean.

6. Do not freeze or immerse the charger in water or any
otherliquid.

Charger Cleaning Instructions

WARNING: Shock hazard. Disconnect the charger
from the AC outlet before cleaning. Dirt and grease

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may be removed from the exterior of the charger
using a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do not use
water or any cleaningsolutions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTURE USE

COMPONENTS (FIG. A)

Intended Use

This mower is designed for residential use.

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DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids orgases.

DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
thistool.

ASSEMBLY

DANGER: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off, remove safety key, and

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remove battery pack before assembly, making
any adjustments or removing/installing
attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up

can causeinjury.

Adjusting Handle Height (Fig. B)

The mower is shipped in storage mode. You will need to
adjust the handle to operating position beforecontinuing.

1. To unlock the handle
two handle locks
both sides of the handle

2. R

aise the handle to operatingposition.

3. Locate the three handle detent holes 
the handle brackets 

4. Adjust the handle to the position that best fits the
operator and lock the handle in place by twisting the
handle locks back 90° and allowing the handle locks
to snap into the desired detentholes.

Fig.B

4

from storage position, twist the

6

90°. The handle locks are located on

as shown in Fig.B

7

as shown in Fig. B.

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.

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located on

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Fig.C

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Side Discharge (Fig. A)

DANGER: Remove safety key and battery pack before
removing collection bag.

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1. To operate mower in side discharge mode remove the
grass collection bag.

2. Be sure rear door cover

3. Lift the side flap
attachment

4. Release the side flap and ensure the attachment holds

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in place before turning mower on.
NOTE: The rear door cover is shaped in such a way that
the opening (at the bottom) cannot be completely
closedoff.

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is down for sidedischarge.

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and hook side discharge

onto the mower.

OPERATION

DANGER: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off, remove safety key, and

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remove battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments
or accessories. An accidental start-up can

causeinjury.

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Grass Collection Bag (Fig. C)

DANGER: Remove safety key and battery pack, when
opening rear door cover and installingbag.

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1. Lift the rear door cover
collection bag

35

rest on the lugs

hooks
lower the rear doorcover.

11

12

and place the grass

onto the mower so the bag

18

as shown in Fig. C. Then

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack

6

(Fig. A, D)

7

DANGER: MAKE CERTAIN THE SAFETY KEY IS
REMOVED TO PREVENT ACTUATION BEFORE



REMOVING OR INSTALLINGBATTERY.

NOTE: For best results, make sure the battery pack is
fullycharged.

To Install Battery Pack

1. Lift and hold the battery port cover
battery port

2. Slide a battery pack
audible click is heard (Fig. D). Make sure the battery pack
is fully seated and fully latched intoposition.

3. Close the battery port cover. Ensure the cover is fully
closed before startingmower.

To Remove Battery Pack

1. Open the battery port cover

19

.

20

into the battery port until an

9

9

as describedabove.

up to expose the

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2. Depress the battery release button
and pull battery pack

Fig.D

9

20

out oftool.

19

21

21

on the mower

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READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE

OPERATING YOUR MOWER

Refer to Figure A at the beginning of this manual for a complete
list ofcomponents. Save this manual for futurereference.

DANGER: Sharp moving blade. Do not operate the
mower in mulching mode if the rear door and side



discharge door are not closed under spring tension
as serious injury could result. Take your mower to the
nearest service center forrepair.

DANGER: Do not operate mower unless handle is
locked intoposition.



DANGER:

Sharp moving blade. Never operate the

mower in bagging mode unless the bag hooks on the



grass collection bag are seated properly on the mower
and the rear discharge door rests firmly against the top
of the grass collection bag as serious injury couldresult.

WARNING: Let the mower work at its own pace. Do
notoverload.



Adjusting Mower Height (Fig. E)

The height of cut is adjusted by the cut height adjustlever.
NOTE: If you are not sure which height to cut, begin

mowing with the cut height adjustment lever
positioned towards the rear of the appliance and adjust the
height down as needed, as shown in Fig.E.

To Set the Height of Cut

1. Pull the cut height adjustment lever
locking notch

2. Move the lever towards the rear of the appliance to raise
the height ofcut.

3. Move the lever towards the front of the appliance to
lower the height ofcut.

4. Push the height adjustment lever into one of the
lockingnotches.

22

.

10

out of the

10

Fig.E

22

Safety Key (Fig. F)

DANGER: Sharp moving blade. In order to prevent
accidental start-up or unauthorized use of your



cordless mower, a removable safety key
incorporated into the design of your mower. The
mower will be completely disabled when the safety
key has been removed from themower.

NOTE: The safety key has a tether rope to allow for storage
on a nail, out of the reach of children. Do not tether safety
key tomower.

DANGER: Rotating blades can cause serious
injury. To prevent serious injury, remove safety



key and battery pack when unattended, or when
charging, cleaning, servicing, transporting, lifting, or
storingmower.

Fig.F

3

3

has been

Starting Mower (Fig. G)

DANGER: Sharp moving blade. Never attempt
to override the operation of this switch box and



safety key system as serious injury couldresult.

NOTE: Mower is operational when battery and safety key
areinstalled.

1. Insert safety key
it is fully seated inside housing as shown in Fig. G. The
mower is nowoperational.

3

into the ON-OFF switch box

1

until

10

8

2. Your mower is equipped with a special ON-OFF switch

1

box

. To operate the mower, push and hold the
ON-OFF button
pull the bail handle
in Fig.G. Once the mower starts you can release
theON-OFFbutton.

3. To turn the mower OFF, release the bailhandle

WARNING: Never attempt to lock a switch or bail
handle in the ONposition.



NOTE: Once the bail handle has returned to the original
position it will activate the “Automatic Braking Mechanism”.
The motor is mechanically braked and the mower blade will
stop rotating in three seconds orless.

2

on the ON-OFF switch box

5

to the handlebar as shown

1

, then

5

.

Fig.H

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7

6

4

Fig.G

5

2

1

3

Mower Overload

To prevent damage due to overload conditions, do not try
to remove too much grass at one time. Slow down your
cutting pace, or raise the cutheight.

Storage (Fig. A, H)

DANGER: Rotating blade can cause serious
injury. Release bail handle



remove safety key, and remove battery before
lifting, transporting, or storing the mower. Store in a
dryplace.

CAUTION: Pinch point. To avoid being pinched, keep
fingers away from area around handle brackets when



folding downhandles.

The handle of the mower can be easily folded down for
quick and convenientstorage.

1. To unlock the handle
located on both sides of the handle, and twist a
quarterturn.

2. Fold the handle to the front of the mower as shown in
Fig.H.

3. Locate the handle storage detent holes located on the
handle brackets

4. Lock the handle in place by untwisting the handle

6

locks
holes and ensure the handle is firmlylatched as shown
in Fig.H.

7

as shown in Fig.H.

allowing them to snap into the storage detent

5

to turn mower off,

4

pull the two handle locks

6

Carrying the Mower (Fig. A, I)

DANGER: Rotating blades can cause serious
injury. To prevent serious injury, remove safety



key and battery pack when unattended, or when
charging, cleaning, servicing, transporting,
lifting, or storingmower.

The mower can be carried using the convenient carry

14 15

handle
grasping the main handle

Fig.I

. DO NOT attempt to lift the mower by

4

.

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Mowing Tips (Fig. A)

WARNING: ALWAYS INSPECT AREA WHERE
MOWER IS TO BE USED AND REMOVE ALL



STONES, STICKS, WIRE, BONES, AND OTHER
DEBRIS WHICH MIGHT BE THROWN BY THE
ROTATINGBLADE.

,

WARNING: Mow across the face of slopes, never
up-and-down. Exercise extreme caution when



changing direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively
steep slopes. Always maintain goodfooting.

• Release bail handle to turn mower “OFF” when crossing
any gravel area (stones can be thrown by theblade).

• Set mower at highest cutting height when mowing
in rough ground or in tall weeds. Removing too much
grass at one time can cause the motor to be overloaded
and to stop.

• If a grass collection bag
growing season, the grass may tend to clog up at the

12

is used during the fast

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discharge opening. Release bail handle to turn mower
off, remove the safety key and battery pack. Remove the
catcher and shake the grass down to the back end of
the bag. Also clean out any grass or debris which may
be packed around the discharge opening. Replace the
grasscatcher.

• If mower should start to vibrate abnormally, release bail
handle to turn mower off, remove the safety key and
battery pack. Check immediately for cause. Vibration
is a warning of trouble. Do not operate mower until a
service check has been made. Refer to Troubleshooting
Guide inthismanual.

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

• Inspect and thoroughly clean mower after each use as a
deck with caked grass will degradeperformance.

• Always release bail handle to turn mower off, remove
safety key and battery pack when leaving it unattended
even for a short period oftime.

The following suggestions will help you
to obtain optimum run time from your
cordless mower:

• Slow down in areas where the grass is especially
long orthick.

• Avoid mowing when the grass is wet from rain or
dew-soaked.

• Cut your lawn frequently, especially during high
growthperiods.

NOTE: It is recommended that your mower be recharged
after use to prolong the battery life. Frequent charging will
not harm your battery, and will ensure that the battery is
fully charged and ready for its next use. Storing battery not
fully charged will shorten batterylife.

1. Cut a piece of 2" x 4' wood
(610mm) to keep blade from turning when removing
the flange nut 

WARNING: Use gloves and proper eye protection.
Turn the mower on its side. Be careful of sharp edges



of blade.

2. Position wood and unscrew flange nut
with a 18 mm wrench

3. Remove square metal blade spacer 
blade insulator 
The blade fan
pieces for damage and replace ifnecessary.

4. Install sharpened or new blade
the blade fan as shown in Fig.K.

NOTE: When replacing sharpened or new blade on
shoulderof blade fan, make sure the “GRASS SIDE” on
the blade will be facing the ground when the mower is
returned to its normal uprightposition.

5. Install the plastic blade insulator
that the raised lips on one side engage the edges of
theblade.

6. Install the blade spacer
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.

7. Position piece of wood to keep blade from turning as
shown in Fig. L. Install flange nut
against the blade spacer
blade

Fig. J

29

28

with a wrench

24

27

23

(about 2 feet long)

.

24

25

as shown in Fig.J.

and blade 

should not be removed. Examine all

26

so that it sits inside the

26

and securely tighten the

25

.

counterclockwise

26

, square plastic

28

as shown in Fig. K.

28

on shoulder

27

on the blade such

24

with the flange

30

of

MAINTENANCE

DANGER: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off, remove safety key, and



remove battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments
or accessories. An accidental start-up can

causeinjury.

Removing and Installing Blade (Fig. J–L)

DANGER: RISK OF INJURY. WHEN REASSEMBLING
THE BLADE SYSTEM, ENSURE EACH PART IS



REINSTALLED CORRECTLY, AS DESCRIBED BELOW.
IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE BLADE OR OTHER PARTS
OF THE BLADE SYSTEM MAY CAUSE SERIOUSINJURY.

DANGER: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off, remove safety key, and



remove battery pack before making any
adjustments or removing/installing attachments
or accessories. An accidental start-up can

causeinjury.

10

23

25

24

Fig.K

ENGLISH

4. Wear proper eye protection and gloves and be careful

29

30

28

27

26

24

not to cutyourself.

5. Carefully file the cutting edges of the blade with a fine

6. Check balance of blade. See instructions for

7. Replace blade on mower and tightensecurely.
Fig. M

32

tooth file
angle of the original cuttingedge.

BladeBalancing.

32

or sharpening stone, maintaining the

28

Fig.L

25

28

24

23

Blade Sharpening

KEEP BLADE SHARP FOR BEST MOWER PERFORMANCE. A
DULL BLADE DOES NOT CUT GRASSCLEANLY.

WARNING: Use gloves and proper eye protection
while removing, sharpening, and installing blade.



Ensure that safety key and battery pack are removed.

Sharpening the blade twice during a mowing season is
usually sufficient under normal circumstances. Sand causes
the blade to dull quickly. If your lawn has sandy soil, more
frequent sharpening may berequired. REPLACE BENT OR

DAMAGED BLADEIMMEDIATELY.

When Sharpening the Blade

• Make sure blade remainsbalanced.

• Sharpen blade at the original cuttingangle.

• Sharpen cutting edges on both ends of blade, removing
equal amounts of material from bothends.

To Sharpen Blade in a Vise (Fig. M)

1. Be sure the bail handle is released, the blade has
stopped and safety key and battery pack are removed
before removing theblade.

2. Remove blade from mower. See instructions for
Removing and InstallingBlade.

3. Secure blade

28

in a vise

31

.

31

Blade Balancing (Fig. N)

Check balance of the blade
the blade over a nail or round screwdriver
horizontally in a vise
downward, file along the sharp edge of that dropping end.
Blade is properly balanced when neither enddrops.

Fig. N

33

31

28

by placing center hole in

31

. If either end of the blade rotates

33

, clamped

28

Lubrication

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

Cleaning (Fig. A)

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents
with clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize



the risk of eye injury, always use ANSI Z87.1 (CAN/
CSA Z94.3) approved eye protection and NIOSH/
OSHA/MSHA approved respiratory protection when
performingthisprocedure.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh
chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of



the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic
materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened
only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool
into aliquid.

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Release bail handle
to a stop and then remove battery and safety key. Clean
out any clippings which may have accumulated on the
underside of the deck. After several uses, check all exposed
fasteners fortightness.

5

to turn mower off, let the blade come

Corrosion

Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which
greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. If you mow in
areas where fertilizers or chemicals have been used, the
mower should be cleaned immediately afterward as follows:

Release bail handle
battery and safety key. Wipe all exposed parts with a
dampcloth.

CAUTION: Do not pour or spray water on the mower
in an attempt to clean IT. Do not store the tool on or



adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals. Such storage can
cause rapidcorrosion.

5

to turn mower off and remove

Meets CPSC Safety Requirements

CRAFTSMAN Mowers conform to the safety standards of
the American National Standards Institute, and the U.S.
Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Blade turns
when the motor isrunning.

Accessories

WARNING: Since accessories, other than those
offered by CRAFTSMAN, have not been tested with



this product, use of such accessories with this tool
could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only
CRAFTSMAN recommended accessories should be
used with thisproduct.

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are
available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized
service center. If you need assistance in locating any
accessory, please contact CRAFTSMAN, call 1-888-331-4569.

Repairs

The charger and battery pack are notserviceable. There are
no serviceable parts inside the charger or battery pack.

WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and
RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment



(including brush inspection and replacement, when
applicable) should be performed by a CRAFTSMAN
factory service center or a CRAFTSMAN authorized
service center. Always use identical replacementparts.

notification is required under the Federal Consumer
SafetyAct.

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Four Year Limited Warranty

CRAFTSMAN will repair or replace, without charge, any
defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for four
years from the date of purchase. This warranty does
not cover part failure due to normal wear or tool abuse.
For further detail of warranty coverage and warranty
repair information, visit www.craftsman.com or call
1-888-331-4569. This warranty does not apply to
accessories or damage caused where repairs have been
made or attempted by others. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have
other rights which vary in certain states orprovinces.

NOTE: Battery warranty voided if the battery pack is
tampered with in any way. CRAFTSMAN is not responsible
for any injury caused by tampering and may prosecute
warranty fraud to the fullest extent permitted bylaw.

90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of
your CRAFTSMAN Power Tool or Nailer for any reason, you
can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with
a receipt for a full refund – no questionsasked.

LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products
sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America,
see country specific warranty information contained in
the packaging, call the local company or see website for
warrantyinformation.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning
labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-888-331-4569
for a freereplacement.

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• WARRANTY SERVICE: Registering your product will

help you obtain more efficient warranty service in case
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• CONFIRMATION OF OWNERSHIP: In case of

an insurance loss, such as fire, flood or theft, your
registration of ownership will serve as your proof
ofpurchase.

• FOR YOUR SAFETY: Registering your product will

allow us to contact you in the unlikely event a safety

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

DANGER: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn unit off, remove safety key, and remove battery
pack before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up



can causeinjury.

For assistance with your product call CRAFTSMAN at 1-888-331-4569.

PROBLEM SOLUTION

Mower doesn’t run when bail handle
is activated

Motor stops while mowing Release bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack. Turn mower over and check

Mower runs but cutting performance is
unsatisfactory, or does not cut entire lawn

Mower is too hard to push Release bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack. Raise cutting height to reduce

Mower is abnormally noisy and vibrates Release bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack. Turn mower on side and

Mower not picking up clippings with bag Chute clogged. Release bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack. Clear chute of

Check to make sure safety key has been installed and is fully seated and that button on switch housing is
being completely depressed before pulling bail handle.

Release bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack, turn mower over and check
that blade is free to turn.

Check that the battery cavity is free of debris and is connected properly.
Has battery been fully charged? Press state of charge button.

that blade is free to turn.
Raise cutting height of wheels to highest position and start mower.
Check that the battery cavity is free of debris and is connected properly.
Has battery been fully charged? Press state of charge button.
Avoid overloading the mower. Slow down the cutting pace, or raise the cut height.
Has battery been fully charged? Press state of charge button.
Release bail handle to turn mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack. Turn mower over and check:

• Blade for sharpness - Keep blade sharp.

• Deck and discharge chute for clogging.
Wheel height adjustment may be set too low for grass condition. Raise cutting height.

deck drag on grass. Check each wheel for free rotation.

check blade to ensure it has not been bent or damaged. If blade is damaged, replace with a CRAFTSMAN
replacement blade. If the underside of the deck is damaged, return mower to a CRAFTSMAN Authorized
service center.

If there is no visible damage to the blade and the mower still vibrates: Release bail handle to turn
mower off. Remove safety key and battery pack. Disassemble entire blade assembly as described in the
Removing and Installing Blade section. Remove any debris and clean each piece. Replace each piece
as described in the Removing and Installing Blade section. If mower still vibrates, return the mower to
an authorized CRAFTSMAN authorized service center.

grass clippings.
Raise cutting height of wheels to shorten length of the cut.

Bag full. Empty bag more often.

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