the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
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Lead from lead-based paints
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Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
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Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and
work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to lter out microscopic particles.
Some dust created by power cutting contains chemicals known to
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The
safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and
understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The
instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
WARNING:
Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,”
and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
WARNING:
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 a full face shield when
needed. We recommend a 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.
Indicates DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. May be
The operation of any power tools can result in foreign
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble
and operate.
Safety Alert
Eye Protection
Read & understand
Operator’s Manual
Maintain Safety
Devices
Look Behind While
Backing
DANGER — Keep
Hands and Feet
Away
DANGER — Keep
Bystanders Away
Indicates a potential personal injury
hazard.
Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields and a full face
shield when operating this product.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must
read and understand operator’s manual
before using this product.
Do not open or remove safety shields
while the tool is running.
Look down and behind rst to avoid
tripping when pulling back.
To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands
and feet away from rotating parts.
Do not operate unless discharge cover
or grass bag is in its proper place.
If damaged, replace immediately.
Remove objects that can be thrown by
the blade in any direction. Wear safety
glasses.
DANGER — Steep
Slope Hazard
Use extra caution on slopes.
Do not mow slopes greater than
15 degrees.
This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion)
batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may
Recycle Symbols
prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary
trash. Consult your local waste authority
for information regarding available
recycling and/or disposal options.
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kgKilogramWeight
lbPoundWeight
LLitreVolume
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minMinutesTime
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0
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WARNING:
No Load SpeedRotational speed, at no load
Revolutions per
minute
To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a
operation included in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness
or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable
of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe all safety
instructions could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING:
always be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and personal injury. These
basic precautions include the following:
This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe
When using electric lawn mowers, basic safety precautions should
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the mower and mowing activity. They do not understand
the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
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Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible
adult other than the operator.
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Be alert and turn the mower off if a child enters the area.
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Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees, or
other objects that may obscure your vision of a child who may run into the mower.
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Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power mower. Children 14
years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and
safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent. Only
responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should
be allowed to use this machine.
OPERATION
GENERAL OPERATION:
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Read this operator’s manual carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble
this machine. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in
the manuals before operation. Be completely familiar with the controls and proper
use of this machine before operating it. Keep this manual in a safe place for future
and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
Use the right appliance – Do not use the lawn mower for any job except that for
which it is intended. Your lawn mower has been designed to perform only one job:
to mow grass.
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Don’t overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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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.
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Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and
pets.
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Before and while moving backwards with the mower, look behind and down for
small children and other people.
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Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
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This machine is a precise piece of power equipment, not a plaything. Therefore,
exercise extreme caution at all times. Your unit has been designed to perform one
job: to mow grass. Do not use it for any other purpose.
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Don’t force the lawn mower – it will do the job better and more safely at the rate
for which it was designed.
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Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all stones,
sticks, wire, toys and other foreign objects that could be tripped over or picked up
and thrown by the blade. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury.
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Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, sidewalks,
bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against walls or
obstructions, which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the
operator.
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To help avoid blade contact or an injury from thrown objects, stay in the operator
zone behind the handles and keep children, bystanders, helpers and pets at least
100 feet (30m) from the mower while it is in operation. Stop the machine if anyone
enters the area.
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Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while
performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects that
ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes. Always use a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty.
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. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-tting slacks and
shirts. Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are
recommended. Never operate this machine in bare feet, sandals, slippery or
lightweight (e.g., canvas) shoes.
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Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with
the blade can amputate hands and feet.
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A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or injuries from
thrown objects.
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Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the foot during a
fall caused by slipping or tripping. Do not hold onto the mower if you are falling;
immediately release the handle.
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Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking. If you must back the
mower away from a wall or obstruction, rst look down and behind you to avoid
tripping, and then follow these steps:
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Step back from mower to fully extend your arms.
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Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing.
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Pull the mower back slowly, no more than half way toward you.
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Repeat these steps as needed.
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Do not operate the mower while under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.
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Stay alert – watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the
lawn mower when you are tired.
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The motor/blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its
operation. Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal
injury through contact with the rotating blade. The motor/blade control handle must
operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position
when released.
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Avoid dangerous environments – Don’t use lawn mowers in damp or wet locations
so as to avoid slipping and falling during operation.
◾
Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury.
If you feel you are losing your footing, release the motor/blade control handle
immediately and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds.
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Mow only in daylight or good articial light. Walk, never run while operating.
Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
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If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, immediately stop the motor,
remove the battery and check for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
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Before cleaning the machine, unclogging the chute or removing or replacing the
grass bag, mulching insert, or side discharge chute, turn the motor off and wait
until the blade comes to a complete stop, then remove the battery pack. 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.
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Never operate the mower without the proper trailing shield, discharge cover, grass
bag, mulching insert, side discharge chute, motor/blade control handle or other
safety protective devices in place and working. Never operate the mower with
damaged safety devices. Failure to do so can result in personal injury.
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If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and good
judgment. Contact EGO Customer Service for assistance.
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Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:
Slopes are a major factor related to slip-and-fall accidents, which can result in severe
injury. Operation on slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do
not mow it. For your safety, use the slope gauge on page 22 to measure slopes before
operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees, do
not mow it.
Do:
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Mow across the face of slopes; never mow up and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
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Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps which can cause you to slip
or trip. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments; you could lose your footing
or balance.
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Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees, as shown on the slope gauge.
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Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could cause slipping.
SERVICE
WARNING:
mulching insert and trailing shield are subject to wear and damage, which could
expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown and could increase the risk of
injury. For safety protection, frequently check all components and replace damaged
components immediately with identical replacement parts, listed in this manual.
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If the mower’s built-in overload protection switch frequently trips, contact EGO
Customer Service or your closest EGO service center.
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Do not wash the mower with a hose; avoid getting water in the motor and
electrical connections.
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Remove the battery and store the idle lawn mower in a covered area when not in
use. Allow the motor to cool before storing it in any enclosure. The lawn mower
should be stored in a dry, high, or locked-up enclosure, out of reach of children.
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When servicing, use only identical replacement parts listed in this manual. Use of
parts that do not meet the original equipment specications may lead to improper
performance and compromised safety.
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Remove or disconnect the battery pack before servicing, cleaning, or removing
material from the lawn mower.
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Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
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Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
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To reduce a re hazard, keep the motor cover free of grass, leaves and debris
build-up.
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Check the blade and motor mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper
tightness. Also, visually inspect the blade for damage (e.g., bending, cracking and
wear.). Replace the blade only with the identical replacement blade, as listed in
this manual.
Grass bag components, the discharge cover, side discharge chute,
Maintain your mower with care – keep the mower blade sharp and clean for the
best and safest performance. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade
or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing it.
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Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
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Never remove or tamper with safety devices. Regularly check their proper
operation. Never do anything to interfere with the intended function of a safety
device or to reduce the protection provided by a safety device.
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Always stop the motor before making adjustments to a wheel or a cutting-height
adjustment.
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After striking a foreign object, stop the motor, remove the battery pack, allow the
blade to stop rotating, and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. Repair
the damage before operating the mower.
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Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
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Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can
explode in a re.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use them to
instruct others who may use this tool. If you lend this tool to someone else, also
lend these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possibly
injury.
Congratulations on your selection of a new generation of 56V Lithium-ion powered
lawn mower. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best
possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact EGO
customer service center 1-855-EGO-5656.
This manual contains important information on the safe assembly, operation and
maintenance of your mower. Read it carefully before using the mower. Keep this
manual handy so you can refer to it at any time.
SERIAL NUMBER _____________________ DATE OF PURCHASE _________________
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A LABEL ATTACHED ON THE
REAR DISCHARGE DOOR.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Lawn mower1
Grass bag1
Grass bag frame1
Mulching insert1
Side discharge chute1
Operator’s manual1
Accessories
WARNING:
only identical replacement parts listed below. Use of parts that do not meet the original
equipment specications may lead to improper performance and compromised safety.
PART NAMEMODEL NUMBER
Blade
The following part is subjected to be worn out from normal use. Use
information on the tool and in this operator’s manual, as well as knowledge of the
project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all
operating features and safety rules.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the
SAFETY BUTTON
The safety button must be pressed down before the motor can be started.
BAIL SWITCH
The bail switch is located on the upper handle of the mower. The switch engages and
disengages the motor/ blade.
SELF-PROPEL TRIGGER
Turns the self-propel function ON and OFF.
SELF-PROPEL SPEED CONTROL LEVER
Increases or decreases the self-propel speed by moving the control lever.
WARNING:
attempt to bypass their operations.
The bail switch and the safety button are safety devices. Never
ELECTRIC BRAKE
Quickly stops blade rotation when the bail switch is released.
HANDLE-LOCKING CLAMP
Locks/unlocks the side rails in the extended or the recessed position.
SIDE RAILS
Can be extended and locked for operation or recessed for storage.
Locks/unlocks the handle position when adjusting the angle of the mower handle:
1. Locked Storage Position
2. Grass Bag Attachment/Removal Position
3. Upper Operating Position
4. Middle Operating Position
5. Lower Operating Position
TRAILING SHIELD & REAR DISCHARGE DOOR
The trailing shield is designed to minimize stones or other objects being thrown
backward by the mower blade. The shield and the rear door minimize the possibility of
accidental foot contact with the blade. DO NOT operate the mower without the trailing
shield and rear door in place.
LED HEADLIGHTS
The LED headlights are located in the front of the mower. This feature provides extra
light for increased visibility.
injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.
WARNING:
recommended for use with this mower. Any such alteration or modication is misuse
and could result in a hazardous condition leading to serious injury.
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal
Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not
UNPACKING
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First remove all the accessories from the carton, then grasp the front handle and
rear handle at the same time to carefully lift the mower up and out of the carton.
Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.
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Inspect the product carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage occurred
during shipping.
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Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and
satisfactorily operated the mower.
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If any parts are damaged or missing, please return the mower to the place of
purchase.
Do not attempt to start the mower until the handle has been locked
at one of the three preset operating positions.
1. LOCKED STORAGE POSITION: Your
mower is shipped with the handle in
the compact, locked position
(Fig. 5).
2. GRASS BAG ATTACHMENT/
REMOVAL POSITION: Press and hold
the quick-adjust lever with your
right hand to release the handle
from the locked storage position.
Begin to lift the handle from its
folded position with your left hand,
and then release the lever (Fig. 5).
Gently pivot the handle upward
until you hear and feel the lock pin
engage in the rst position (Fig. 6).
This position allows easy access to
install and remove the grass bag.
3. UPPER OPERATING POSITION: Lift
the handle with your left hand.
Gently pivot the handle backward
until you hear and feel the lock
pin engage in the Upper Operating
Position. Fully extend the side rails
and securely close the two handlelocking clamps (Fig. 7 & 8). Taller
users may prefer this position.
4. MIDDLE OPERATING POSITION:
Press and hold the quick-adjust
lever with your left hand to release
the handle from the upper operating
position. Begin to lower the handle
with your right hand, and then
release the lever. Gently pivot the
handle downward until you hear
and feel the lock pin engage in the
Middle Operating Position. Fully
extend the side rails and securely
close the two handle-locking clamps
(Fig. 7 & 8).
5. LOWER OPERATING POSITION: Press
and hold the quick-adjust lever with
your left hand to release the handle from the middle operating position. Begin
to lower the handle with your right hand, and then release the lever. Gently pivot
the handle downward until you hear and feel the lock pin engage in the Lower
Operating Position. Fully extend the side rails and securely close the two handlelocking clamps (Fig. 7 & 8).
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8
Indication
Line
NOTE: The motor cannot be started unless:
a) The side rails are fully extended.
b) Both green handle-locking clamps are securely closed.
c) The handle is locked into one of the three operating positions.
rst stopping the motor, removing the battery pack and waiting for the blade to stop
rotating.
Do not at any time make any adjustment to the lawn mower without
NOTICE: Remove the mulching insert or side discharge chute before attaching the
grass bag on the mower;
1. Remove the battery.
2. Adjust the handle to the Grass Bag Attachment/Removal Position (please see
ADJUSTING THE FOLDABLE HANDLE).
3. Lift the rear-discharge door.
4. Hook the grass bag assembly on
the pivot rod (Fig. 9). Release the
discharge door so that it rests on
the grass bag.
5. To remove the grass bag, lift the
rear-discharge door on the mower.
Lift the grass bag up, off of the pivot
rod.
6. Release the discharge door.
WARNING:
hooks on the grass bag are rmly seated on the pivot rod and the rear-discharge door
rests rmly against the top of the grass bag.
When using the grass bag, never operate the mower unless the
9
Rear Discharge
Door
Hook
WARNING:
risk of injury, frequently inspect the bag assembly and replace if there are any signs of
wear or deterioration. Use only grass bags manufactured for this mower.
make any adjustment to the lawn mower
without rst stopping the motor, removing
the battery pack and waiting for the blade
to stop rotating.
WARNING:
from the deck when adjusting its height.
The mower can be set to 6 cutting heights between 1-1/2” (41mm) and 4” (107mm).
Choose the proper cutting height according to the type and condition of the grass.
Do not at any time
Keep your feet away
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2
To raise the blade height
1. Grasp the height-adjustment lever, and move it outwards.
2. Move the lever toward the back of the mower and engage the lever in the desired
cutting-height position on the mower deck.
To lower the blade height
1. Grasp the height adjustment lever, and move it outwards.
2. Move the lever toward the front of the mower and engage the lever in the desired
cutting-height position on the mower deck.
or missing, do not attempt to attach the
battery pack to the mower or operate the
mower until the broken or missing parts
are replaced. Failure to do so could result
in serious injury.
1. The battery cover is hinged. Raise the battery cover by lifting the front of the
cover.
2. The mower is equipped with two battery compartments, which accommodate two
battery packs at the same time.
3. Align the grooves in the battery pack, with the raised ribs in one of the battery
compartments, and then insert the battery pack into the compartment.
4. Push the battery pack until you hear a “click”. The battery-release button will
spring up when the battery pack is securely attached.
5. Attach the other battery pack into the other battery compartment in the same
way.
6. To detach the battery pack, depress the battery-release button to release the
battery pack, and then lift it out of the compartment.
7. Close the battery cover.
If any parts are broken
NOTICE: Make sure that the latch on the mower snaps into place and that the battery
pack(s) are secured to the mower before starting operation.
lawn mower can result in foreign objects
being thrown into your or others’ eyes,
which can damage eyes severely. Always
wear safety glasses while operating
the mower or while performing any
adjustments or repairs on the mower.
WARNING:
people and pets remain at least 100’
(30m) away from the mower when it is in
use.
WARNING:
to rotate for a few seconds after the
mower is turned off. Allow the motor/
blade to stop rotating before starting it
again. Do not rapidly turn the mower off
and on.
CAUTION:
override the operation of the safety button
and bail switch.
The operation of any
Ensure that other
The blade will continue
Do not attempt to
NOTE: The motor cannot be started
unless:
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Bail Switch
Safety Button
Safety Button
(Released position)
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The side rails are fully extended.
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Both green handle-locking clamps
are securely closed.
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The handle is locked into one of the three operating positions.
The mower is equipped with variable-speed self-propel capability. This system is
independent of the blade On-Off switch; it is not dependent on blade rotation. For
example, when you have completed cutting your lawn, you can use the self propel to
propel the mower back to your storage location without blade rotation. Or you may choose
to operate the mower as a non-self-propelled mower to maximize battery run time.
To operate the self-propel system without blade rotation, pull the self-propel trigger to
the handle.
To turn the self propel off, release the
self-propel trigger (Fig. 17).
The system has variable speed. To
increase the speed, move the self-propelspeed-control lever forwards. To decrease
the speed, move the self propel speed
control lever backwards.
To operate with the blade
17
Self-Propel
Trigger
Self-Propel
Speed-Control Lever
rotating for cutting:
1. Depress the safety button.
2. With the safety button depressed, pull the bail switch upward to the handle and
release the safety button.
3. Hold the bail switch against the handle with your left hand. Pull the self-propel
trigger to the handle with your right hand.
4. With your right hand, hold both the bail switch and the self-propel trigger against
the handle and use your left hand to adjust the self-propel speed-control lever to
choose the desired speed.
NOTICE: When you turn off the self propel, for example, at the end of a row, it may
become temporarily locked if you pull backwards on the mower. Simply push ahead
slightly and then move the mower as required.
During cutting, at times it may be easier to mow around an object, with the self propel
turned off.