Task Force 25073, 25043 User Manual

ITEM # 123845

MODEL # 25073

RE

AD YOUR OPERATOR’S MANUAL COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE

ATTEMPTING

TO SET UP OR OPERATE YOUR NEW POWER TOOL. ALL OPERATORS OF THIS
EQUIPMENT SHOULD READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY RULES PRINTED ON THE MACHINE
AND IN THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE USE.

CAUTION - FOR YOUR SAFETY

NOTICE: On the nameplate of your machine you will find MFG date code of your unit.

Please record these numbers on this manual cover for future service reference.

MFG. DATE : ________ PURCHASE DATE: _________

Questions,

problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer

service department at 1-866-456-8934, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., EST, Monday-Thursday,

8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.,

EST, Friday.

PRINTED IN CHINA

20in. 12A Lawn Mower

TM

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Product Specifications………................................................................................................................……….....…2

Safety Information……………………....................................................................................................................…3

Know your lawn mower…………….................................................................................................................…......6

Assembling your lawn mower………........................................................................................................................7

Operating your lawn mower……......................................................................................……................................14

Service……………………………….......................................................................................................………........18

Troubleshooting……………………….......................................................................................................……........19

Warranty…………………………..…….......................................................................................................…..........20

Replacement parts list……………….….......................................................................................................…........21

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

20 IN. ELECTRIC LAWN MOWER

Item No..................................................................................................................................................................123845

Motor .................................................................................................................................................

No-

load speed..................................................................................................................................................3600 RPM

Cutting path................................................................................................................................................................20 in.

Height adjustments...................................................................................................................................1 1/2 in.-3 3/4 in.

Weight

.........................................................................................................................................................49 lbs(22.3 kg)

120 V AC 60Hz 12A

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate or install the
product. These safety instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition that could occur. If
you have any questions regarding the product please call customer service at 1-866-456-8934, 8:00 a.m.­6:00

p.m., EST, Monday-Thursday,

8:00 a.m.- 5:00

p.m., EST, Friday.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!

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.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe

operation
on
amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety
instruction

When using electric lawnmowers, basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.

Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.

in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error

the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of

s could result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before
attempting to assemble and operate.

2. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference. Be familiar with all controls
and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage the controls
quickly.

3. Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don’t use lawn mowers in damp or wet locations.

4. Don’t Use In Rain.

5. Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.

6.

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.

Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

7.

8. Use Right Appliance - Do not use lawn mower for any job except that for which it is intended.

9. 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 GFCI protection and

may be used for this measure of safety.

10. Don’t Force Lawn Mower - It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

11. Don’t Overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

12. Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate lawn mower when
you are tired.

13.

Disconnect Lawn Mower - Disconnect the lawn mower from the power supply when not in use,

before

servicing, when changing accessories such as blades, and the like.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Store Idle Lawn Mower Indoors - When not in use, lawn mower should be stored in an indoor

14.
dry

and locked-up place - out of reach of children.

Maintain Lawn Mower With Care - Keep cutting edges sharp and clean for best and safest

15.
petformance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect lawn mower

periodically and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect

cord
extensio

n cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil

and grease.

16. Keep guards in place and in working order.

Keep blades sharp.

17.

18

. Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.

19. 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 lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these steps:

20.

Stop lawn mower. Release the switch.
Unplug power cord. Inspect for damage.
Repair any damage before restarting and operating the lawn mower.

identical replacement blades only.

Use

.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Double insulated lawn mower

This mower is “DOUBLE INSULATED”

1. Replacement Parts: When servicing use only identical replacement parts.
Polarized Appliance Connections: To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a

2.

polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized
extension cord. The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only 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 wall 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.

Extension Cord

1. Warning - To prevent electric shock use only with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use,

as SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A.

such

2. Make sure your extension cord set is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to

use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. For lengths less than 50 feet,
No. ~ AWG extension cord should be used. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resultin
depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage.
The smaller the gage number the heavier the cord.) To reduce the likelihood of disconnection of
lawn mower cord from the cord set during operating:

g in loss of power and overheating. (NOTE: Table 49.1 shows the correct size to use

MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORD

Don’t Abuse Cord - Never pull lawn mower by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord
from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER

Power switch assembly

Up

per handle

handle

Lower

Height adjustment

lever

Grass catcher bag

Side discharge cover

Motor

Side discharge

ho

using

chute

Wheels

Re

d this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower.

a
Compar
lo

e the illustration in Fig. 4 to your lawn mower in order to familiarize yourself with the

cation of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Fig.4

ATTACHING EXTENSION CORD TO MOWER

The cord restraint is located on the back of the upper handle, and when used properly, helps to

t the motor/blade control assembly and extension.

protec

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ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER

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Parts List:

Mulch plug
Grass catcher bag
Side discharge chute

Not

e: Carefully remove the parts from the box. • Inspect the parts carefully to make sure no breakage or

damag

e occurred during shipping. • Do not discard the packing material until all parts are examined. • If any

par

ts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-456-8934 for assistance.

Assembling the handle

1. Remove any packing material which may be between the upper and lower handles for shipping purposes.

2. Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the handle into the operating position. Make certain the
lower handle is seated securely into the handle mounting bracket (see Fig. 1).

3. Align the holes (3) between the upper handle (1) and lower (3) handles. Insert the bolts (4) and tighten

them with the wing nuts (5) provided.

4. Secure the lower handle to the bracket with the bolt (6) in each side (Fig. 2).

WARNING: Never operate the mower without the proper components and safety

devic

es in place and

working. Never operate the mower with damaged

safety devic

es.

Failure to

do so can result in personal injury.

Fig.1

Fig.2

3

4

5

1

6

6

2