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Wen LM2173 Instruction Manual

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MODEL LM2173
GAS-POWERED
LAWN MOWER
Instruction Manual
NEED HELP? CONTACT US!
Have product questions? Need technical support? Please feel free to contact us:
1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST)
TECHSUPPORT@WENPRODUCTS.COM
IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN's highest standards for dependability,
ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged,
trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use
your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
WENPRODUCTS.COM
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  • Page 1 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8AM-5PM CST) TECHSUPPORT@WENPRODUCTS.COM IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS WELCOME Introduction ..................... 3 Specifications ....................3 Service Record ....................4 SAFETY Safety Information ................... 5 Lawn Mower Safety Warnings ................. 7 BEFORE OPERATING Know Your Lawn Mower ................10 Assembly & Adjustments ................11 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE Operation ....................... 14 Maintenance &...

  • Page 3: Welcome

    WEN reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice. At WEN, we are continuously improving our products. If you find that your tool does not exactly match this manual, please visit wenproducts.com for the most up-to-date manual or contact our customer service at 1-800-232-1195.

  • Page 4: Service Record

    SERVICE RECORD Thanks for purchasing the WEN Gas-Powered Lawn Mower. Refer to the illustration below for the location of the serial number on the side of the engine. Record the lawn mower information in the spaces provided below. If as- sistance for information or service is required, please contact customer service by calling 1-800-232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST;...

  • Page 5: Safety

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
  • Page 6 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

  • Page 7: Lawn Mower Safety Warnings

    LAWN MOWER SAFETY WARNINGS DANGER! CARBON MONOXIDE Using a lawn mower indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Lawn mower exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO). This is a poison gas you cannot see or smell. If you can smell the lawn mower exhaust, you are breathing CO.
  • Page 8 LAWN MOWER SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and the warning labels. TRAINING 5. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or 1.
  • Page 9 LAWN MOWER SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and the warning labels. MAINTENANCE & STORAGE 14. Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully ac- cording to instructions and with feet well away from the 1.

  • Page 10: Before Operating

    KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER TOOL PURPOSE Cut and mulch your lawn or garden to keep it looking fresh. Refer to the following diagrams to become familiarized with all the parts and controls of your lawn mower. The components will be referred to later in the manual for as- sembly and operation instructions.

  • Page 11: Assembly & Adjustments

    ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE 1. Fasten lower handle (Fig. 1 - 1) to unit by using two bolts (Fig. 1 - 2), two washers (Fig. 1 - 3), and two small knobs (Fig. 1 - 4) on each side . 2.
  • Page 12 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ASSEMBLING THE SIDE DISCHARGE CHUTE Fig. 6 NOTE: When using the side discharge function, remove the grass bag and insert the mulching plug into the rear discharge chute. 1. Lift the side discharge cover (Fig. 6 - 1) with one hand and hook in the side discharge duct (Fig.
  • Page 13 ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS ADD / CHECK FUEL WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSION. HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Lawn Mower may emit highly flammable and ex- plosive gasoline vapors, which can cause severe burns or even death, if ignited. A nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if not directly in contact with gasoline.

  • Page 14: Operation & Maintenance

    OPERATION STARTING & STOPPING THE ENGINE WARNING! The blade begins to rotate as soon as the engine is started. Keep hands and feet away! NOTE: Do not operate the machine in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas, as the exhaust gas contains toxic sub- stances.
  • Page 15 OPERATION USING THE SELF-PROPELLED FUNCTION Fig. 15 This unit is capable of self-propulsion, unlike your lazy, good-for-nothing son Chet. If you press the drive lever (clutch lever), the clutch will engage and the lawnmower will start to move with the engine running. To stop the lawnmower from self-propelling, simply release the drive lever (Fig.

  • Page 16: Maintenance & Storage

    MAINTENANCE & STORAGE WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or cleaning work, switch off the engine and wait until the blade has come to a complete stop. GENERAL CLEANING - The lawn mower should be cleaned thoroughly every time after it has been used. - Do not allow grass cuttings and other debris to harden or dry on any of part of the mower.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE & STORAGE CHANGING THE OIL 1. Remove dipstick and tilt lawn mower towards oil fill hole. Make sure you have a container ready to catch the oil. 2. Once the oil has been emptied, replace the dipstick and clean up any spillages. 3.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE & STORAGE STORING THE LAWN MOWER FOR EXTENDED PERIODS If the lawnmower will be put into storage for more than 15 days, storage maintenance must be performed on the lawnmower. If the following steps are not carried out, when you next operate the lawnmower it may not start correctly and may need to be serviced.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING! Stop using the lawn mower immediately if any of the following problems occur or risk serious personal injury. If you have any questions, please contact customer service at 1-800-232-1195 (M-F 8-5 CST), or email techsupport@wenproducts.com. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 1.

  • Page 20: Exploded View & Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST LAWN MOWER...
  • Page 21 Nut M6 LM2173-059 Nut M10x1.5 LM2173-027 Drive/Clutch Lever LM2173-060 Rear Wheel LM2173-028 Recoil Starter Hook LM2173-061 Circlip LM2173-029 Recoil Starter Hook Knob LM2173-062 Right Gear Assembly LM2173-030 Bolt M8x45 LM2173-063 Inner Wheel Cover LM2173-031 Bolt M8x38 LM2173-064 Ball Bearing LM2173-032...
  • Page 22 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST LAWN MOWER PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. LM2173-069 Front Wheel Cover LM2173-077 Nut M6 LM2173-070 Rear Axle Plank Plate LM2173-078 Washer LM2173-071 Front Wheel Height Adjustment Link- LM2173-079 age Bar LM2173-072 Bolt M6x12...
  • Page 23 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST ENGINE...
  • Page 24 LM2173-105 Push Plate LM2173-141 Governor Arm Shaft LM2173-106 Valve Spring Seat Governor Arm Shaft LM2173-142 Washer LM2173-107 Valve Spring LM2173-143 Governor Arm Shaft Seal LM2173-108 Return Intake Valve LM2173-144 Lock Oin LM2173-109 Intake Valve LM2173-145 Governor Arm LM2173-110 Exhaust Valve...
  • Page 25 LAWN MOWER PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. LM2173-172 Ignition Coil Bolt Stud LM2173-184 Carburetor Gasket LM2173-173 Recoil Starter Bolt Stud LM2173-185 Carburetor Assembly LM2173-174 Flywheel Assembly Gas Tank Lower Fuel Line LM2173-186 Clip LM2173-175 Recoil Starter Fan LM2173-187...

  • Page 26: Warranty Statement

    Contact techsupport@wenproducts.com or 1-800-232-1195 with the following information to make arrangements: your shipping address, phone number, serial number, required part numbers, and proof of purchase. Damaged or defective parts and products may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out.
  • Page 27 NOTES...
  • Page 28 THANKS FOR REMEMBERING V. 2020.03.20...

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