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Task Force 26053 Operator's Manual

20 in. reel mower

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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.
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: _________
Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer
service department at 1-800-444-6742, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., EST, Monday-Thursday,
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., EST, Friday.
TM
CAUTION - FOR YOUR SAFETY
20 in. REEL MOWER
ITEM / ARTICULO # 227683
MODEL / MODELO #26053
PRINTED IN CHINA

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Summary of Contents for Task Force 26053

  • Page 1 ITEM / ARTICULO # 227683 20 in. REEL MOWER MODEL / MODELO #26053 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.
  • Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ………………………………………………………………………….…………..…………….……2 SAFETY INFORMATION ………………………………………………………………………………….…………..………….………3 ………………………………………………………………………….…………..………….………3 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS …………………………………………………………………………….………..…………..………4 OPERATION ……………………………………………………………….…………..…………………..........7 CHECKING THE ADJUSTMENTS …………………………………………………………………………….…………..……..….…8 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY …………………………………………………………………….…………..…………….……9 PARTS DIAGRAM ……………………………………………………………………………………………….…………..…………10 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 20 IN. REEL MOWER Item No. …………………………………………………………………………….…………..…………………… 227683 Cutting Path …………………………………………………………………………….…………..………………...
  • Page 3: Care And Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 4: Tools Required

    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. •...
  • Page 5 ATTACHING THE HANDLE TO THE MOWER BASE:(Fig:2) 1. Align holes (1) at the lower end of each handle arm with short posts (2) extending from the mower base side plates. Slide lower ends of handle arms onto posts. 2. After handle arm holes are on posts, use pliers to snap C-clips (1) onto the slotted (2) posts on both sides to secure handle.
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Assembling and attaching the rear bag: (Fig. 3, 4, 5 and 6) Layout all components in the packaging. Open all hook and loop seams on the grass bag and place the frame into position and fold hook and loop seams back together.
  • Page 7: Height Adjustment

    OPERATION Cutting height adjustments: (Fig. 7) The cutting height of the mower adjusts from 1-3/4 - 2-3/4 in. by 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.
  • Page 8 OPERATION Mower blade adjustments: (Fig. 8 and 9) WARNING: BLADES ARE EXTREMELY SHARP. TO AVOID INJURY, DO NOT TOUCH BLADES WHEN MAKING ADJUSTMENTS. Note: Blades are factory adjusted. Fig. 8 Loosen upper lock nut Misalignment can occur, often caused by blades being too loose or too tight. This can cause an uneven cut or difficulty pushing the mower.
  • Page 9 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.
  • Page 10 PARTS DIAGRAM...
  • Page 11 PARTS DIAGRAM LIST Item Description Left housing support Right housing support Reel cut Top push handle Center handle pieces Lower handle Bearing Gear wheel Housing Long shaft Cutting bar Cutting bar adjustment bolt Cutting bar adjustment spring Shaft Cutting height adjustment Rear wheel Rubber cover Front wheel...