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Sun Lawn EM-1 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual ™ Electric Rechargeable Power Reel Mower (Model EM-1)
  • Page 2 ™ Sunlawn, Inc. 325 Garfield Street Fort Collins, CO 80524 Tel: 970-493-5284 FAX: 970-493-5202 For service inquiries, parts replacement, and maintenance tips, see www.sunlawn.com © 2006 by Sunlawn, Inc...

  • Page 3: Warranty

    BEFORE USING THE NEW ELECTRIC RECHARGEABLE Please read this guide and use these operating instructions to become familiar with the mower and its features. The charging of batteries, operation of the mower, and notes on safety and maintenance procedures are important for the use and enjoyment of this product. Sunlawn, Inc.

  • Page 4: Parts List

    This mower is designed for use on residential lawns. It is not designed for commercial use or for use in public facilities, parks, sporting grounds, roads, or in agriculture or forestry areas. This mower is for cutting lawns only. It must not be used to trim hedges, bushes or shrubs, for cutting or pruning, or for any mowing where both wheels and the roller are not fully supporting the mower.
  • Page 5 3. Continue assembly of the middle and top sections of the handle using the handle bolts and wing nuts. The top section must be attached with the two holes near the grip area on the right side (standing behind the mower). Bottom Handle Mount Hole Owner’s Manual — Sunlawn EM-1...

  • Page 6: Connecting The Batteries

    4. Attach the two-handed safety switch to the top section. Run the cable along the top side of the handle (so it does not hang down behind the mower) and close the “clamshell” portion of the safety switch around the screw holes. Fasten by inserting and tightening the two screws provided.

  • Page 7: Operation

    4. Attach the RED cable to the + (positive) terminal of the second battery. CHARGING THE MOWER BATTERIES The mower does not arrive fully charged. The batteries must be charged before using the mower. CAUTION Use only the charger provided with this mower Owner’s Manual — Sunlawn EM-1 OPERATION...
  • Page 8 NOTE: The sealed lead acid batteries of the EM-1 do not need to be fully discharged. The batteries will not develop a “memory.”...

  • Page 9: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT The cutting height of the EM-1 may be adjusted from approximately 1/2 inch up to approximately 2 1/4 inches. Actual height may vary according to the height of the turf. Adjust the mower to the desired height as follows: 1.

  • Page 10: Normal Mowing

    Owner’s Manual — Sunlawn EM--1 1. To start and operate the mower, press and hold down the red safety button with one hand, then pull the starting lever back toward the handle grip with the other hand. There are similar instructions on the handle itself stating: “To operate pull handle while depressing safety button.”...

  • Page 11: Manual Operation

    Wait 2-5 minutes to allow an automatic reset before resuming operation. MANUAL OPERATION The EM-1 may be used as a manual mower at any time, whether the batteries are installed or not. MOWING: GENERAL INFORMATION THE 1/3 RULE This is the key to enjoyable mowing and a healthy lawn.

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    After removing the orange power key ALWAYS close and latch the battery cover. • To avoid injury or damage to the unit do not clean the EM-1 using running water, a hose, or a high pressure stream. CLEANING After using the mower, clean with a moist cloth.
  • Page 13 Sharpening can only be done by a professional using a cylinder grinder and proper techniques. STORAGE 1. Store the EM-1, fully charged, in a cool, dry place. 2. The batteries need not be removed for winter storage unless they will be subject to sub-zero temperatures.

  • Page 14: Technical Data

    6. Now check the adjustment using the small 0.05mm gauge (silver strip) supplied with the EM-1 (or any 0.05mm feeler gauge). If the gauge is held by the cylinder blades but the cylinder and cutting bar are not touching then the adjustment is correct.

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