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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
United States Patent Pending
17
in. 24 VOLT
CORDLESS LAWN MOWER
WITH 12
AMP
HOUR BATTERY
60217
BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE. SEE PAGE
11
FOR INSTRUCTIIONS .
Your lawn mower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. Property cared
for,
it will give you years of rugged, troub le-free performance.
A
WARNING:
To
reduce the risk of Injury, the user must
read
and understand the opera10r's manual before
using this product.
Thank you for your purchase.
DO
NOT
RETURN.TH
I S
PRODUCT
TO
THE
STORE.
OPERA
T I
NG,
ASSEMBLY,
PARTS,
SERV
ICE
QUEST
IONS?
CALL
1-800-377-5888
BETWEEN
7:
30
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30
PM
EST
FOR
ASS ISTANCE.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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• Assembly .......................
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• Operation ............................................
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• Troubleshooting ................................................................................
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INTRODUCTION
This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability:
have been given top priority
in
the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate .
I
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
A
•
Do
not operate the equipment while barefoot
or
when
wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
WARNING:
protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
your footing
on
slippery surfaces.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below and
on
the
•
Do
not leave the mower unattended while running.
machine may result
in
electric shock, fire, and/or serious
• Keep hands and feet away from cutting area. Keep clear
personal injury.
of the discharge opening at all times.
• Operate the
lawn
mower only
in
daylight
or
good artificial
light.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
• Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday
glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT
•
This
lawn
mower
is
capable of amputating hands and
safety glaSses. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of
feet and throwing objects. Failure
to
observe all safety
eye injury, Use face mask if
environment
is dusty.
instructions could result
in
serious injury or death.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply
•
Do
not use the lawn mower
in
damp
orwet
conditions or
with ANSI Z87.1 standard when operating this product.
operate
in
the rain.
• Use the right appliance. Do not use the lawn mower for
•
Never
allow
adultsto
operate the product without proper
any job except that for which it
is
intended,
instruction.
•
Do
not force the lawn mower. It will do the job better and
• Keep the area clear of all bystanders, children, and pets
safer at
the
rate for which it was designed.
while mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is
not alert to
sense when operating the lawn mower.
Do
not operate the
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
mower while tired
or
underthe influence of drugs, alcohol,
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
or medication. A moment of inattention while operating
children will remain where you last saw them.
the lawn mower may result
in
serious personal injury,
•
Keep
children out of the mowing area
and
under
the
watch-
• Keep machine
in
good working condition, Keep blades
ful
care
of a responsible adult other than
the
operator.
sharp and guards
in
place and
in
working order.
• Be alert and turn
mower
off if a child enters the area,
• Check all nuts, bolts, and screws
at
frequent intervals
• Never allow children to operate the lawn mower.
for
proper tightness to be sure the equipment
is
in
safe
•
Use
extra
care
when
approaching
blind
corners, shrubs,
working condition.
trees,
or
other objects that
may
block your
view
of a child.
• Stop the motor,remove the switch
key,
and wait until
•
Do
not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught
the blade
comes
to
a complete stop before cleaning
in
moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and footwear
is
the lawn mower,
or
unclogging
the
discharge
opening.
recommended when working outdoors.
• When not
in
use, mower should be stored indoors
in
a
• Keep firm
footing
and
balance.
Do
not
overreach.
dry, locked up
place-out
of the reach
of
children,
Overreaching can result
in
loss
of
balance.
fu
WARNING: The batteries
in
this product may contain one or more of
the
following chemicals known
to
the State of Califomla
to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive hann: lead, nickel, cadmium, lithium, cobalt. Wash hands after handling.
& WARNING: Some dust and debris created by the use
of
this tool could contain chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals
are:
* chemicals
in
fertilizers
• compounds
in
insecticides, herbicides and pesticides
* arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk from exposure
to
these chemicals varies, depending
on
how often
you
do this type of work.
To
reduce your exposure,
work
in
a well-ventilated area and with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed
to
filter out
microscopic particles.
& WARNING: The electrical cords
on
this product may contain chemicals known
to
the State
of
Califomia to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
I
• Do
not
operate the
mower
without
the
entire
discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety
protective devices
in
place and working.
• Follow manufacturer's instructions for proper operation
and Installation of accessories. Only use accessories
approved by the manufacturer,
•
Do
not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes.
Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident. Walk,
never
run
.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may block
your
view.
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• Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects
such as rocks, sticks, wire, bones, toys, or other objects
which can be thrown by the blade.Stay behind the handle
when the
motor
is running.
• Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects.
Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches ,
or
embankments.
• Mow across t
he
face of slopes, never up and down.
Exe
rcise
extreme caution when changing direction
on
slopes.
•
Plan
your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material
toward
roads,
sidewal
ks,
bystanders
and
the
like
. Also, avoid
discharging material against a
wall
or obstruction, whi
ch
may
cause the material to ricochet back toward the operator.
•
If
the lawn
mower
strikes a foreign object, follow these
steps:
• Stop the
lawn
mower
and
release
the switch control lever.
• Remove the switch key.
• Thoroughly inspect the
mower
for any damage.
• Repair any damage before restarting and continuing
to
operate the mower.
•
Stop
the motor, remove the switch key, and wait until
the blade
comes
to
a complete
stop
before unclogging
the chute.The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few
seconds after the motor
is
shut off. Never place any part
of
the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade
has stopped rotating.
• If the mower should start
to
vibrate abnormally,
stop
the
motor
and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning
of
trouble.
• Service on the product must be performed
by
qualified
repair personnel only. Service or maintenance performed
by
unqualified personnel could result in injury
to
the user
or
damage
to
the product.
• Use only identical replacement parts when servicing
the
product. Use
of
unauthorized parts may create a risk
of
serious injury
to
the user, or damage
to
the product.
•
Do
not place batteries near fire or heat.
This will reduce the risk
of
explosion and possibly injury.
• Do not open
or
mutilate battery
0es).
Released electrolyte
is corrosive and may cause damage
to
the eyes
or
skin.
It may
be
toxic
if
swallowed.
• If electrolyte contacts the skin, wash it
off
immediately
with water.
•
If
electrolyte
contacts
the eyes, flush thoroughly and
immediately with water. Seek medical attention.
SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER
• Do
not
abuse the cord. Never use the cord
for
carrying,
pulling or unplugging the
power
tool. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges
or
moving parts. Damaged
or entangled
cords
increase the risk
of
electric shock.
• Use of an attachment not recommended
or
sold
by
the
battery charger manufacturer may result
in
a risk
of
fire,
electric shock, or injury
to
persons. Following this rule will
reduce the risk
of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal
Injury.
• Do not service mower with switch key
or
charger in-
stalled.
•
Do
not use the charger when the ambient temperature is
above 40°C
(
104°F)
or below
0"(; (32
°F).
• Do not pull the
mower
backward
unless
absolutely
necessary. If you must back the mower away from a wall or
obstruction, first look down and behind to avoid tripping.
• Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Ma-
terial may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the
blade
when
crossing gravel surfaces.
•
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.
• Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug,
which
could
cause
shorting
and
electric
shock.
I
damaged, have
the
charger replaced
by
an
authorized
serviceman.
• Do not oPerate charger
if
it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Tak
it
to
an authorized
service
center
for
electrical
check
t
determine
if
the charger is
in
good working order.
•
Unplug
charger
from
outlet
before
attempting
an
maintenance
or
cleaning
to
reduce the risk
of
electri
shock
.
• Disconnect charger from
the
power
supply when
not
i
use
to
prevent damage
to
the charger during a
powe
surge.
• Risk
of
electric shock. Do
not
touch uninsulated portio
of
output
connector
or
uninsulated battery terminal.
• Do
not
expose charger
to
wet
or
damp
conditions.
Wate
entering charger
wiU
increase the risk
of
electric
shock
.
• Make sure
cord
is located so that it will
not
be stepp
on, tripped over, come
in
contact
with sharp edges
o~
moving parts
Of
otherwise subjected
to
damage
or
stress.
This will reduce the risk
of
accidental falls, which coul
cause injury, and damage
to
the
cord, which could resul
in electric shock.
• Keep cord and charger away from heat
to
prevent damag
to
housing
or
intemal parts.
• Do
not
let
gasoline, oils,
petroleum-based
products
etc.
come
in
contact
with
plastic parts. They contain
chemicals
that
can damage, weaken,
or
destroy plastic.
•
An
extension cord should
not
be used unless absolutel
necessary.
Use
of
improper
extension cord could resu
in
a risk
of
fire and electric shock. If extension cord mus
be used, make sure:
a.
That
pins on plug
of
extension cord are the sam
number, size and shape as those
of
plug on charger.
b.
That
extenSion cord is properly wired and in good
electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating
0
charger as specified below:
Cord Length (Feet) 25'
50'
100'
Cord Size (AWG) 16
16 16
NOTE:
AWG = American Wire Gauge
• Save these instructions. Refer
to
them frequently and
us]
them
to
instruct others who may use this product. If
YOu
l
loan someone this lawn
mower
,loan them these
instructions also.
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation
of
these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME
DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
I
V Volts Voltage
A
Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles
per second)
W Watt Power
hrs
Hours
Time
gal
Gallon
Volume
qt
Quart
Volume
S
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Wet Conditions Alert
Do
not expose
to
rain or use
in
damp locations.
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Read
The Operator's Manual
To
reduce the risk
of
injury, user
must
read and understand
operator's manual before using this product.
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Eye
Protection
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and,
as necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.
A
Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.
[21]
Electric Shock
Failure to use
In
dry conditions and to observe safe practices can
result
in
electric shock.
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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended
to
explain the levels
of
risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL
SIGNAL
MEANING
A
DANGER:
Indicates
an
Imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will
result
in
death or serious injury.
A
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which,
if
not avoided, could
result
in
death or serious injury,
A
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which,
if
not avoided, may
result
In
minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION:
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result
in
property damage.
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should
be performed only by a qualified service techniCian. For
service we suggest you return the product to your nearest
AUTHORIZED
SERVICE
CENTER
for repair. When servic-
ing, use only identical replacement parts.
A WARNING:
To
avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt
to
use this
product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator's manual. If you
do
not understand
the warnings and instructions in the operator's manual,
do not use this product. Call EarthWise customer service
for assistance.
A WARNING:
e
The operation
of
any power tool can result
in
foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result
in
severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield.
We
recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask
for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which
is marked
to
comply with ANSI Z87.
1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
* Battery
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24
V12AH
seal
ed
Height Adjustments ................................
1-3
/4 in. to 4 in.
Input ......
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24
V.
DC only
Wheel Size ......................................... 7 in. front, 7 in. rear
No-load Speed ...................
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............. 3,500
r/min.
(RPM)
Weight ...
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............................................... 28.8
kg
(63.4 lb.)
Cutting Path ..
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17 in.
SIDE DISCHARGE
DEFLECTOR
MOTORIBLADE
SWITCH
CONTROL
KEY
ASSEMBLY
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
LEVER
CHARGER
Fig. 1
This product contains a rechargeable sealed lead-
acid
battery. Battery
must
be
recycled.
Do
not
dispose
of
this
product
in
fire.
Battery inside
this
product
may
explode
or
leak. Before
disposing of
damaged
or
worn
out
battery packs,contact your local waste disposal agency,
or
the
local Environmental Protection Agency for information
and
specific instructions.
Take
the
battery
to
a local recycling and!
or
disposal center for disposal. Never throw
the
battery
Ipack
away
in
a standard receptacle or
have
it incinerated.
P-age
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