EarthWise 60418 Operator's Manual
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
United States Patent Pending
18 in. 40 VOLT
LITHIUM-ION LAWN MOWER
WITH 2.5 AMP HOUR BATTERY
60418
BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE. SEE PAGE 11 FOR INSTRUCTIONS
Your lawn mower has been engineered and manufactured to our 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.
DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. OPERATING, ASSEMBLY, PARTS, SERVICE QUESTIONS?
CALL 1-800-377-5888 (USA) / 1-800-561-0004 (CAN) BETWEEN 7:30AM—4:30PM EST FOR ASSISTANCE
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…………………………………………………………………...…………8-11
Operation…………………………………...……………………………...………..12-14
Maintenance………………………………..………………………………...……..15-17
Exploded View/Parts List………………………………….…………………….…18-19
Troubleshooting…………………………….…………………………………………..20
Warranty………………………………………..………………………...…………..... 21
Parts 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 throwing 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.
Over-reaching 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
discharge 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 screws at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
Stop the motor, remove the switch key 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: 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: California Proposition 65:
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Do not operate the mower without the entire grass catcher
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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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. Exercise
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material towards
roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging
material against a wall or obstruction, which may cause the
material to ricochet back toward the operator.
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 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 steps:
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 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 possible injury,
Do not open or mutilate battery(ies). Released battery fliud may
cause damage to the eyes, or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
If battery fluid contacts the skin, wash it off immediately with
water. Seek medical attention.
If battery fluid 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 battery, switch key, or charger
installed.
Do not use the charger when the ambient temperature is
above 45°C (113°F) or below -20°C (-68°F)
Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug which
could cause shorting and electric shock. If damaged, replace
the charger with an identical charger from an authorized
service provider.
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 maintenance
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 uninsulated portion of
output connector or uninsulated 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
Volts Voltage
Amperes Current
Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
Watt Power
Hours Time
Gallon Volume
Gal
qt
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp
Read the Operators Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must
Quart Volume
locations
read and understand operator’s man-
ual before using this product.
Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles or safety
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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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk
associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER Indicates 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.
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
MOTOR/BLADE
CONTROL
ASSEMBLY
BATTERY PORT
COVER
*Battery………………………………....40V 2.5Ah Lithium
Input………………………………………….. 40V DC only
No-load Speed…………………………2,800 r/min (RPM)
SWITCH
KEY
Height Adjustments………………………1-1/2 in. to 4 in.
Wheel Size…………………………7 in. front, 9.5 in. rear
Weight…………………………………….23.3kg (51.4 lb)
40V 2.5Ah
BATTERIES (2)
CHARGER
GRASS CATCHER
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
LEVER
This product contains a rechargeable lithium-ion 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.
MULCHING
PLUG
SIDE DISCHARGE
DEFLECTOR
Fig. 1
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