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ITEM / ARTICULO # 289835 20 in. (50.8cm) REEL MOWER MODEL / MODELO # 26153 CAUTION - FOR YOUR SAFETY READ YOUR OPERATOR’S MANUAL COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SET UP OR OPERATE YOUR NEW REEL MOWER. ALL OPERATORS OF THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY RULES PRINTED ON THE MACHINE AND IN THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE USE.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY INFORMATION CARE AND MAINTENANCE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION CHECKING THE ADJUSTMENTS LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY PARTS DIAGRAM 11/12 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 20 IN. (50.8cm) REEL MOWER Item No 289835 Cutting Path 20 in. (50.8cm) Height Adjustments 1-5/8 - 2-5/8 in. (4.3-6.8cm) Wheel Qty Weight 34 lbs.
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.
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. •...
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE: NOTE: Do not completely tighten bolts until assembly is complete. 1. Insert the two center handle pieces (2) into the left and right side of the top handle (1) and secure with two (6) , flat washer (7) and Locknuts ( 8) provided.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ATTACHING THE HANDLE TO THE MOWER BASE:(Fig:5) 1. Align holes (1) at the lower end of each handle arm with posts (2) extending from the mower base side plates. Slide lower ends of handle arms onto posts. Fig.5...
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Attaching the grass collection bag: (Fig.6,7,8,9) 1. Remove bag and all components from the packaging (Fig.6) 2. Open the hinged grass bag brackets on both the left and right side of the bag and push the center mount washer forward to lock open the brackets.
OPERATION Cutting height adjustments: (Fig.10 ) The cutting height of the mower adjusts from 1-5/8 - 2-5/8 in. (4.3-6.8cm) with 9 positions for adjustment height moving the height adjustment levers to the required position. To achieve the lowest cutting position, one at a time, move the the adjustment levers on both sides, located next to the smaller wheels, up to the highest position.
OPERATION Mower blade adjustments: (Fig. 12) WARNING: BLADES ARE EXTREMELY SHARP. TO AVOID INJURY, DO NOT TOUCH BLADES WHEN MAKING ADJUSTMENTS. Note: Blades are factory adjusted. Misalignment can occur, often caused by blades being too loose or too tight. This can cause an uneven cut or difficulty pushing the mower.
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TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The manufacturer warranties that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship for two (2) years from the date of the original purchase by the original purchaser only. THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE AND DOES NOT COVER: Products sold damaged or incomplete, sold “as is”, sold reconditioned or used as rental equipment.
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