Kmart 02846241-4 Owner’s Manual
Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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3-in-1 Corded, 19"
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHiO 44136-0019
FormNo.769-05577B
(October22,2010)
ToTheOwner
Thank¥ou
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Thank you for purchasing an Electric Mower manufactured
by MTD. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent
performance when properly operated and maintained.
Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment.
It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and
maintain your machine. Please be sure that you, and any other
persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the
recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or property damage.
All information in this manual is relative to the most recent
product information available at the time of printing. Review
this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine,
its features and operation. Please be aware that this Operator's
Tableof Contents
Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 3
Assembly & Set-Up .................................................. 8
Con trois ................................................................... 12
Opera tion ................................................................ 13
Maintenance & Adjustment ................................. 15
Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various
models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated
in this manual may not be applicable to all models. We reserve
the right to change product specifications, designs and
equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.
If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine,
phone your local authorized MTD service dealer or contact us
directly. MTD's Customer Support telephone numbers, website
address and mailing address can be found on this page. We want
to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times.
Throughout this manual, all references to fightand left side of the
machine are observed from the operating position
Service ..................................................................... 17
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 19
Parts List ................................................................. 20
Warranty .................................................. Back Cover
RecordProductinformation
Before setting up and operating your new equipment, please
locate the model plate on the equipment and record the
information in the provided area to the right. You can locate the
model plate by standing at the operator's position and looking
down at the rear of the deck. This information will be necessary,
should you seek technical support via our web site, Customer
Support Department, or with a local authorized service dealer.
MODEL NUMBER
EF-IEF-IEF-IEF-IEF-IE
SERIALNUMBER
EDEDEDEDEDE
CustomerSupport
Please do NOT retum the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting our Customer Support Department.
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of
this machine, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts.com
Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 800-7310 or (330) 220-4683
Write us at MTD LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019
ImportantSafeOperationPractices
WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed,
could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow
all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply
with these instructions may result in personal injury.
When you see this symbol, HEED ITS WARNING!
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices 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 fingers, hands,
toes and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: When using electric lawnmowers, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. These basic
precautions include the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
DoubleInsulated LawnMower
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Double insulation is a concept in the safety of electric lawn mowers, which eliminates the need for the usual
three-wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system. Wherever there is electric current in the
mower, there are two complete sets of insulation to protect the user. All exposed metal parts are isolated from
the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation.
Servicing of a lawn mower with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For repair service we suggest you take the lawn mower to
your nearest authorized service dealer. Always use original equipment manufacturer's (OEM) replacement parts
when servicing.
Operation s.
GeneralOperation:
1. 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
manual(s) before operation. Keep this manual in a safe
place for future and regular reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
2. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use
of this machine before operating it.
3. This machine is a precision piece of power equipment,
not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all
times. This machine has been designed to perform one job:
to mow grass. Do not use it for any other purpose.
4. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand
the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual
and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an
adult.
6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be
7. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material
8. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury,
9. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
Only responsible individuals who arefamiliar with these
rules of safe operation should be allowed to use this
machine.
used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys and other
foreign objects which could be tripped over or picked up
and thrown by the blade. Thrown objects can cause serious
personal injury.
toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also,
avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction
which may cause discharged material to ricochet back
toward the operator.
stay in operator zone behind handles and keep children,
bystanders, helpers and pets at least 7Sfeet from mower
while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters area.
operation and while performing an adjustment or repair
to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can
cause serious injury to the eyes.
10. Dressproperly-Donotwearlooseclothingorjewelry.
Theycanbecaughtinmovingparts.Wearsturdy,rough-
soledworkshoesandclose-fittingslacksandshirts.Shirts
andpantsthatcoverthearmsandlegs,rubbergloves,and
rubbersoledsteel-toedshoesarerecommended.Never
operatethismachineinbarefeet,sandals,slipperyorlight
weight(e.g.canvas)shoes.Alwaysusefaceordustmaskif
operationisdusty.
11. Donotputhandsorfeetnearrotatingpartsorunder
cuttingdeck.Contactwithbladecanamputatehandsand
feet.
12. Amissingordamageddischargechutecancauseblade
contactorthrownobjectinjuries.
13. Manyinjuriesoccurasaresultofthemowerbeingpulled
overthefootduringafallcausedbyslippingortripping.
Donotholdontothemowerifyouarefalling;releasethe
handleimmediately.
14. Neverpullthemowerbacktowardyouwhileyouare
walking.Ifyoumustbackthemowerawayfromawallor
obstructionfirstlookdownandbehindtoavoidtripping
andthenfollowthesesteps:
a. Stepbackfrommowertofullyextendyourarms.
b. Besureyouarewellbalancedwithsurefooting.
c. Pullthemowerbackslowly,nomorethanhalfway
towardyou.
d. Repeatthesestepsasneeded.
15. Donotoperatethemowerwhileundertheinfluenceof
alcoholordrugs.
16. Stayalert--Watchwhatyouaredoing.Usecommon
sense.Donotoperatelawnmowerwhenyouaretired.
17. Themotor/bladecontrolhandleisasafetydevice.Never
attempttobypassitsoperation.Doingsomakesthe
safetydeviceinoperativeandmayresultinpersonalinjury
throughcontactwiththerotatingblade.Themotor/blade
controlhandlemustoperateeasilyinbothdirectionsand
automaticallyreturntothedisengagedpositionwhen
released.
18.
Never operate the mower in the rain or in damp or wet
grass. 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.
19.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Walk, never
run. Don't force the lawn mower- It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
20.
Stop the motor/blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or
roads.
21.
If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the motor and check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.
22.
Shut the motor off and wait until the blade comes to a
complete stop before unclogging the chute or removing
the grass catcher (if provided). 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.
23. Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge
chute, grass catcher (if provided), motor/blade control
handle or other safety protective devices in place and
working. Never operate mower with damaged safety
devices. Failure to do so, can result in personal injury.
24. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the
lawn mower. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCl
protection and may be used for this measure of safety.
25. To prevent electric shock use only with a UL listed
extension cord set suitable for outdoor use, such as Type
SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or
SJTOW-A.
26.
Extension Cord--Make sure your extension cord set is in
good condition and is heavy enough to carry the current
load your lawn mower will draw. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge cord. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
MINIMUM WIRE SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS
FOR 120 VOLTAPPLIANCES USING 10- 12AMPS
Cord Length (ft.) 25 50 100 150
Wire Size (AWG) 16 16 14 12
27. To reduce the likelihood of disconnection of the extension
cord set from the mower, be sure to use the cord restraint
provided as well as a modern, tightly fitting extension cord.
28. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this lawn mower has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will
require the use of a polarized extension cord. The mower
plug will only fit into the polarized extension cord one way.
If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse
the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct
polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will
require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit
into the polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not
fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install
the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug,
extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any
way.
29. If extension cord is damaged in any manner during use,
disconnect extension cord from house receptacle before
unplugging mower.
30. Circuit Breaker/Fuses--The mower should be operated
on a 15AMP or 20 AMP circuit. If difficulty in starting
is experienced with a standard 15 AMP fuse or circuit
breaker or the mower's built-in overload protection switch
frequently trips, contact your nearest authorized service
dealer. Do not use a higher rated circuit breaker or fuse
without consulting your power company.
31. Do not abuse the cord by pulling the mower by the cord or
yanking it to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep cord
from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
32. Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by
manufacturer. Failure to do so can result in personal injury.
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33. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use
care and good judgment. Contact Customer Support for
assistance or the name of the nearest service dealer.
SlopeOperation:
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 included as part of this manual to
measure slopes before operating this machine on a sloped or
hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees, do not mow it.
Do:
1.
Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
2.
Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps
which can cause you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
3.
Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can
cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing
your balance, release the motor/blade control handle
immediately, and the blade will stop rotating within three
(3) seconds.
Do Not:
1. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments, you
could lose your footing or balance.
2. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on
the slope gauge.
3. Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could cause
slipping.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower
and the mowing activity. They do not understand the dangers.
Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
1.
Keep children out of the mowing area and under watchful
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
2.
3.
Before and while moving backwards, look behind and
down for small children.
4.
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.
Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand the
instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on
the machine and be trained and supervised by an adult.
Service
1. When servicing mower, use original equipment
manufacturer (OEM) replacement parts listed in this
manual. "Use of parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to improper
performance and compromise safety!"
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the
blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the
power cord when not in use and to prevent unintended
starting.
3.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
4.
Inspect lawn mower cord and extension cords periodically
and replace immediately, if damaged. Lawn mower cord
should be repaired by an authorized service dealer only.
5. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
6. To reduce a fire hazard, keep the motor free of grass, leaves
and debris build-up.
7. Check the blade and motor mounting bolts at frequent
intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade
for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, and worn) Replace blade
with the original equipment manufacturer's (OEM) blade
only, listed in this manual.
8. Maintain your mower with care -- Keep mower blade sharp
and clean for best and safest performance. Mower blades
are sharp and can cut, wrap the blade or wear gloves and
use extra caution when servicing them.
9. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
10. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
11. After striking a foreign object, stop the motor and
disconnect the power cord. Thoroughly inspect the mower
for any damage. Repair the damage before operating the
mower.
12. Grass catcher components (if provided), discharge cover,
and trail shield are subject to wear and damage which
could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
For safety protection, frequently check components
and replace immediately with original equipment
manufacturer's (OEM) parts only, listed in this manual.
13. When not in use, store lawn mower indoors in a dry area,
locked-up and/or out of the reach of children.
14. Maintain or replace safety and instructional labels, as
necessary.
15. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,
or 140 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful
Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized
service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety
systems are working properly and not worn excessively.
Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.
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Safety Symbols
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.
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DANGER- ROTATING BLADES
To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate unless discharge cover
or grass catcher (if provided) is in its proper place. If damaged, replace immediately.
DANGER-- BYSTANDERS
Do not mow when children or others are around.
DANGER-- HAND/FOOT CUT
Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.
DANGER -- THROWN DEBRIS
Remove objects that can be thrown by the blade in any direction. Wear safety glasses.
DANGER-- SLOPES
Use extra caution on slopes. Do not mow slopes greater than 15°.
WARNING-- ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Do not operate the mower in the rain.
WARNING: Your Responsibility--Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and
follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS!
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WARNING! Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees
(a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury. Operate riding
mowers up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes. Operate walk-behind mowers across the face of slopes, never
up and down slopes.
Assembly& Set-Up
Contentsof Carton
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One Electric Mower
One Operator's Manual
NOTE: All references to the left and right side of the mower are
from the operator's position behind the mower.
NOTE: Cord guides and cord retainer may already be installed.
One Side Discharge Chute
Two Toggle Clamps
Unpacking the Unit
1. Cut the corners of the carton and lay the sides flat on the
ground. Remove all packing inserts.
2. Move the mower out of the carton.
3. Make certain the carton has been completely emptied
before discarding it.
Cutting Height Adjustment
The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the rear
right wheel. See Fig. 3-1.
1. Pull the lever out and away from the mower.
2. Move the lever forward or back for desired cutting height.
3. Release lever towards mower deck.
Two Cord Guides
One Cord Retainer
HandleAssembly
1. Raise the cutting height adjustment to the highest setting.
See Fig. 3-1.
2. To assemble the lower handle:
a. Pivot the lower handle backward. See Fig. 3-2A.
b. Place the bolts in the lower handle in the slots of the
handle bracket. See Fig. 3-2B.
c. Make sure the bolts in the lower handle are fully
positioned in the slots of the handle bracket. See
Fig. 3-2C.
NOTE: Make sure motor cord is clear of wing knobs before
tightening.
d. Tighten the lower handle wing knobs. See Fig. 3-2D.
Figure 3-1
Figure 3-2
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