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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.
Battery Model: 40400 Charger Model: WEN plans to continue to add more and more items to our 40V line. For an up-to-date list of the 40V cordless tools compatible with the included battery and charger, visit wenproducts.com and search model number 40401 (2 Ah) or 40404 (4 Ah). In the battery’s de- scription, there will be a list of current products that this battery can be used with.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. SAVE THESE SAFE- TY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: To avoid mistakes and serious injury, do not plug in your tool until the following steps have been read and understood. 1.
14. Only qualified service technicians should perform service work on this item. Before attempting to make any adjustments or repairs, contact the WEN Products customer help line at 1-800-232-1195 for more information. 15. Use only identical replacement parts during service work. Any other parts may create a risk of injury to users or...
• Charger is rated for 120 volt AC only – The charger must be plugged into an appropriate receptacle. • Use only recommended attachments – Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by WEN Prod- ucts may result in risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.
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• Do not disassemble – Incorrect reassembly may pose a serious risk of electric shock, fire or exposure to toxic battery chemicals. If the battery or charger are damaged, call WEN customer service at 1-800-232-1195 for assistance.
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BATTERY & CHARGER INSTRUCTIONS 6. Protect batteries and the tool from overloads. Overloads will quickly result in overheating and cell damage inside the battery housing even if this overheating is not apparent externally. 7. Avoid damage and shocks. Immediately replace batteries that have been dropped from a height of more than one meter or those that have been exposed to violent shocks, even if the housing of the battery pack appears to be undamaged.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRODUCTS WITH GROUNDING PLUGS IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Trigger Switch Safety Key Switch Grass Catcher 5 Cutting Height Adjustment Handle Side Chute Side Discharge Door Rear Discharge Door Battery Holder ASSEMBLY WARNING: Always be sure to remove the battery before adjusting, adding ac- cessories, or checking a function on the tool. INSTALLING THE HANDLE (FIG.
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ASSEMBLY Fig. A Fig. B INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER (FIG. C) NOTE: Do not install the grass catcher, the side chute or the mulching plug simultaneously. When one is in- stalled, the other two should not be. Before installing, make sure the grass bag has been properly attached to the metal grass catcher frame via the clips around the mouth of the bag.
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The WEN 40V Lawn Mower is equipped with two slots for batteries. Open the clear lid to reveal slots for both batteries. To insert the battery, slide it into one of the two slots until it clicks into place. Make sure the battery is fully inserted and latched into position.
OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THE MOWER NOTE: Before starting the mower, make sure all adjustments have been made and that you have selected whether you will be using the grass catcher, the mulching plug or the side discharge port (only have one installed at a time during operation).
MAINTENANCE WARNING: Always be sure to remove the battery before adjusting, cleaning, or checking a function on the tool. CLEANING THE MOWER Keep all safety devices, air vents, and motor housing free of debris and dirt. Wipe down the equipment with a cloth and/or compressed air.
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MAINTENANCE STORING THE MOWER The handle of the mower can fold in on itself to allow for easy storage. Simply loosen the handle locking knobs and collapse it in on itself by squeezing the outside edges of the lower handle. Make sure to remove the switch key and the batteries before storing the mower.
Examine the cordless tool thoroughly for worn, loose or damaged parts. If you need to repair or replace a part, contact WEN customer service at 1-800-232-1195. Clean the unit before storing or transporting. Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all WEN con- sumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase.
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