EarthWise 60318 Operator's Manual
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ELECTRIC LAWN MOWER
United States Patent Pending
18 in.—24 VOLT
CORDLESS LAWN MOWER
WITH 20 AMP HOUR BATTERY
60318
Your lawn mower has been engineered and manufactured to hour high standard for dependability, ease of operation,
and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
Thank you for your purchase.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual
before using this product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction…………………………………………..…………………………………...2
General Safety Rules………………………………..……………………….………….3
Specific Safety Rules………………………………………………………………….3-4
Symbols…………………………………………..…………………………………….5-6
Features……………………………………….………………………………………..7-8
Assembly………………………………………..………………………...………….8-10
Operation…………………………………….…………………………...…………10-13
Maintenance………………………………………………………………...………14-16
Troubleshooting……………………………………………….………………………..17
Exploded View/Parts List…………………………………………………………..….18
Warranty………………………………….……………………………...…………......19
Parts and Ordering/Service…………………………………………………Back Page
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.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below and on the machine
may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-
ing objects. Failure to observe all safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.
Do not use the lawn mower in damp or wet conditions or operate in the
rain.
Never allow adults to operate the product without proper instruction.
Keep the area clear of all bystanders, children, and pets while mowing.
Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
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.
Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
Never allow children to operate the lawn mower.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.
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.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can
result in loss of balance.
Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals
or similar lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
Do not leave the mower unattended while running.
Keep hands and feet away from cutting area. Keep clear of the dis-
charge opening at all times.
Operate the lawn mower only in daylight or good artificial light.
Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday glasses have
only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury. Use face mask if environment is dusty.
Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI
Z87.1 standard when operating this product.
Use the right appliance. Do not use the lawn mower for any job except
that for which it is intended.
Do not force the lawn mower. It will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when
operating the lawn mower. Do not operate the mower while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating the lawn mower may result in serious personal injury.
Keep machine in good working condition. Keep blades sharp and
guards in place and in working order.
Check all nuts, bolts, and screw at frequent intervals for proper tight-
ness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
Stop the motor, disconnect the power supply and wait until the blade
comes to a complete stop before cleaning the lawn mower, removing
the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge opening.
When not in use, mower should be stored indoors in a dry, locked up
place—out of reach of children.
WARNING:
The batteries in this product may contain one or more of the following chemicals know to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm: Lead, nickel, cadmium, lithium, cobalt. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING:
Some dust and debris created by the use of this tool could contain chemicals know 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 wellventilated 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 California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Do not operate the mower without the entire grass catcher,
mulch plug, side discharger door, 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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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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 the face of slopes, never up and down. Exer-
cise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material
towards roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like.
Do not pull the mower backward unless absolutely neces-
sary. 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 towards a wall or obstruction, Material 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.
If the lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these
instructions,
Stop the lawn mower and release the switch
control bail wire,
Remove the switch key
Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage
Repair any damage before restarting and con-
tinuing to operate the mower.
Stop the motor, remove the switch key, and wait until the
blade comes to a complete stop before removing the
grass catcher or 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 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 possible injury,
Do not open or mutilate battery(ies). 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 im-
mediately 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 installed.
Do not use the charger when the ambient temperature is
about 40°C (104°F) or below 0°C (32°F)
Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug which
could cause shorting and electric shock, If 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. Take it to an
authorized service center for electrical check to determine if
the charger is in good working order.
Unplug charger from outlet before attempting any mainte-
nance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock,.
Disconnect charger from the power supply when not in use
to prevent damage to the charger during a power surge,
Risk of electric shock, Do not touch un-insulated portion of
output connector or un-insulated battery terminal.
Do not expose charger to wet or damp conditions, Water
entering charger will increase the risk of electric shock,
Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on,
tripped over, come in contact with sharp edges or moving
parts or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. This will
reduce the risk of accidental falls, which could cause injury,
and damage to the cord, which could result in electric
shock.
Keep cord and charger away from heat to prevent damage
to housing or internal 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 absolutely
necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a
risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be
used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same
number, size and shape as those of plug on
charger
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good
condition; and
c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere
rating of 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 use
them to instruct others who may use this product. If you
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 DESGNATION/EXPLANATION
V
A
Hz
W
hrs
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp
Read the Operators Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must
Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles or safety
Volts Voltage
Amperes Current
Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
Watt Power
Hours Time
locations
read and understand operator’s man-
ual before using this product.
glasses with side shields and, as nec-
essary, a full face shield when oper-
ating this product.
Safety Alert Precautions that involve safety
Electric Shock Failure to use in dry conditions and to
observe safe practices can result in
electric shock
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FEATURES
SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER Indicated an imminently hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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 servicing,
use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING:
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
WARNING:
To avoid serious 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.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
*Battery…………………………………..24 V 20AH sealed
Input…………………………………………...24V, DC only
No-load Speed………………………...3,250 r/min. (RPM)
Cutting path……………………………………..……..18 in.
Height Adjustments………..………………1-1/2 in. to 4 in.
Wheel Size………………..…………7 in. front, 9.5 in. rear
Weight……………………………………. . 43.6kg (96 lbs.)
Drive speed……………………………….……...2-2.2 mph
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 pack away in a standard receptacle or have it incinerated,
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