Task Force 26153 Operator's Manual

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ITEM / ARTICULO # 289835

20 in. (50.8cm) REEL MOWER

MODEL / MODELO # 26153

CAUTION - FOR YOUR SAFETY

RE

AD YOUR OPERATOR’S MANUAL COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING
EQUIPMENT SHOULD READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY RULES PRINTED ON THE MACHINE
AND IN THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE USE.

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

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

MFG. DATE ________ PURCHASE DATE: _________

TO SET UP OR OPERATE YOUR NEW REEL MOWER.ALL OPERATORS OF THIS

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

service department at 1-866-456-8934, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., EST, Monday-Friday.

PRINTED IN CHINA

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
SAFETY INFORMATION

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATION
CHECKING THE ADJUSTMENTS
LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
PARTS DIAGRAM

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

20 IN. (50.8cm) REEL MOWER

Item No 289835
Cutting
Hei
Wh
Wei

Path
ght Adjustments
eel Qty

ght

20 in. (50.8cm)

1-5/8 - 2-5/8 in. (4.3-6.8cm)

lbs. (15.4Kg)

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Never place hands, fingers or feet inside the reel. Although a motor does not power this mower, when the wheels turn
the reel spins and can cut.
Never mow when grass is wet as it can be slippery.
Do

not use the reel mower while barefoot or while wearing sandals.
Walk behind, never run, while using reel mower. Always make sure of your footing when using this reel mower.
Never intentionally strike or hit trees, fences, etc. This can cause injuries or severely damage the reel mower
mec

hanisms.
Make sure your reel mower is in a safe operating condition. Do not attempt to operate this reel mower if damaged.
Contact customer service or have the reel mower repaired by a qualified repair service provider before using.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

1. Minimum care is required to ensure smooth operation of your mower.

2. To avoid damage to mower or cutting blades, keep area to be mowed free from debris.

3. For best results, regularly apply lubricant to mower’s cutting surfaces, cutting reel axle shaft and wheels.

WARNING: Clean any grinding compound or debris from the cutter bar

blade, reel blade, pinions and pawls.

Sharpening the cutting blades:

1. Spread a thin layer of lapping compound on the front edge of the reel blades.

2. Adjust the cutter bar so that the blade has light but firm contact across the full width of the cutter bar.
Caution: Do not overtighten the adjusting screws, as this could damage the cutter bar. Tighten both screws

during final adjustment.

3. Turn the reel blades until the front edge of the cutter bar blade is polished.

NOTE: Clean any grinding compound or debris from the cutter bar blade, reel blade, pinions, and pawls.

E: Use industrial or valve lapping compound between 100 and 240 grit. Lubricate the axle and pinion with a light film

NOT

wheel bearing grease.

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Cleaning and Storage:

1. Clean the exterior of the machine thoroughly using a soft brush and cloth before storing. Do not use water, solvents
polishes.

or

2.

Turn the mower on its side to clean the blade area.

WARNING: Do not place hands in the mower near blades. If grass cuttings are compacted in the blade area,
remove using a wood or plastic cleaning tool appropriate for the cleaning of the blades.

3.

Store the mower in a dry place. Do not place other objects on top of the mower during storage.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Before attempting to assemble, empty carton and compare parts with parts list below.

Note:

• Carefully remove the parts from the box.

• Inspect the parts to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

• Do not discard the packing material until all parts are examined.

• If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-456-8934 for assistance.

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Be sure to tight the lock nuts when assembled to prevent the handle from rocking.

PACKING LIST
1-Top handle,
2-Center handle pieces,
2-Lower handle pieces,
8-Locknuts,
8-Carriage Bolts,
8-Washers,
1-Reel mower body

1. Top handle

2. Center ha

3. Left lower

4. Right

5. Foam
Carriage Bolts,

6.

7. Flat

8.

Locknuts

ndle pieces

handle

lower handle

grip

washer

Tools Required

10mm Wrench (Not included)

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