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40-Volt Cordless Lawn Mower H40GC16A, H40GC16B & H40GC16C OPERATOR’S MANUAL WARNING: Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool. Improper use can cause serious or fatal injury.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Symbols................................4 Safety Instructions............................5-6 Safety Rules for Cordless Lawn Mower......................7-10 Specifications............................11-12 Assembly..................................12 Description..............................13-15 Operation.................................16-23 Maintenance............................24-29 Troubleshooting............................30-31 Warranty..................................32 Parts List................................. 33-34...
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IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: Some dust created by power cutting contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: Lead from lead-based paints ...
SAFETY SYMBOLS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a Eye Protection full face shield when operating this product.
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This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your Recycle Symbols local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options. Charging/Store the battery Charging and Store the battery pack only in dry rooms with an ambient pack temperature of 50°F to 104°F (+10°C to +40°C).
SAFETY RULES FOR CORDLESS LAWN MOWER For battery a) Use only the following type and size battery b) Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. c) Do not open or mutilate the battery.
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Be alert and turn the mower off if a child enters the area. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child who may run into the mower. Never allow children under 15 years old to operate a power mower.
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Never operate the mower with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so can result in personal injury. If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact HENX Customer Service for ...
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For safety protection, frequently check all components and replace damaged components immediately with identical replacement parts, listed in this manual. If the mower’s built-in overload protection switch frequently trips, contact HENX Customer Service or your Closest service center.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact HENX customer service center 86-574-62037812. This manual contains important information on the safe assembly, operation and maintenance of your mower. Read it carefully before using the mower.
APPROXIMATE RUNNING TIME Battery pack type Lithium-ion H20B40(2pcs) 24 min. H40B25 15 min. H40B50 30 min. NOTICE: The actual running time will vary with grass condition: species, density, moisture, etc. ASSEMBLY WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.
DESCRIPTION H40GC16C control panel handle Safety button High/low Speed on/off button button side rail(upper) Handle-locking clamp side rail(lower) power indicator rear discharge door grass bag handle battery-pack cover quick-adjustment lever front wheel rear wheel cutting height adjustment lever...
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H40GC16A handle H40GC16B bail switch(switch lever) on\off button control panel Quick-adjustment side lever(upper) rail(upper) high/low speed button wire clamp side rail(lower) Quick-adjustment lever(lower) rear discharge door handle Battery-pack cover grass bag rear wheel power indicator cutting height adjustment lever front wheel...
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dual-battery port battery release button Single-battery port WARNING: The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual, as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
OPERATION ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF HANDLE(H36GC16A&H36GC16B) WARNING: Quick-adjustment Do not attempt to start the mower until the handle has been lever(lower) locked at one of the three preset operating positions (lower/middle/higher). Quick-adjustment LOCKED STORAGE POSITION: Your mower is shipped with the upper lever(upper) and the lower side rails in the compact, locked position (Fig.
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ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF HANDLE(H36GC16C) WARNING: Do not attempt to start the mower until the handle has been locked at one of the three preset operating positions(lower/middle/higher). LOCKED STORAGE POSITION: Your mower is shipped with the handle in the compact, locked position (Fig. 1). EXTEND THE SIDE RAILS: move the side rails to the back of mower, release the handle-locking clamps(see Fig.3) and then fully extend the upper side rails by stretching them out (see Fig.2) before any operation.
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ATTACHING/REMOVING THE SIDE DISCHARGE CHUTE(available separately) (Fig. 5a & b) WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustment to the lawn mower without first stopping the motor, removing the battery pack and waiting for the blade to stop rotating. Remove the battery.
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TO ATTACH/DETACH THE BATTERY PACK (Fig. 7 &8) CHARGE BEFORE FIRST USE. H36GC16A WARNING: battery release button If any parts are broken or missing, do not attempt to attach the battery pack to the mower or operate the mower until the broken or missing parts are replaced.
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STARTING/STOPPING THE MOWER (Fig. 9 & 10)(H36GC16A&H36GC16B) WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into your or others’ eyes, which can damage eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower or while performing any adjustments or repairs on the mower.
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STARTING/STOPPING THE MOWER(Figure11,12&13) (H36GC16C) WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into your or others’ eyes, which can damage eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower or while performing any adjustments or repairs on the mower. WARNING: Ensure that other people and pets remain at least 100’...
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MOWER OVERLOAD PROTECTION To prevent overload conditions, do not try to remove too much grass at one time. Slow down your cutting pace or raise the cut height. Your mower has built-in overload circuit protection. When the mower is overloaded, the motor will stop and the power indicator on the mower will flash red.
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Sight and hold the line level with a vertical tree… Sight and hold the line level with a pole… or a corner of a building… or a fence post...
MAINTENANCE WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the mower before cleaning or performing any maintenance. WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
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A worn or damaged blade can break, causing blade pieces to be thrown from the mower. If the blades are found to be bent, take the lawn mower to an authorized HENX service center for inspection.
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SHARPING FREQUENCY Sharpening the blade twice during a mowing season is usually sufficient under normal circumstances. Sand causes the blade to dull quickly; if your lawn has sandy soil, more frequent sharpening may be required. WHEN SHARPENING THE BLADE: Make sure that the blade remains balanced. ...
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LUBRICATION Lubricate with light oil as directed below at least once each season. Periodically lubricate the torsion spring and pivot of the rear-discharge door with light oil to prevent rust (Fig. 21). pivot Place the mower into the locked storage position: ...
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REPLACING THE WHEELS (Fig. 23a &23b ) WARNING: Always remove the battery pack when servicing or transporting the mower. Turn the mower over on its side and lean the upper surface against the wall Use a flat-edged screwdriver to pry the dust cover off the wheels. Use external circlip plier release the external retaining ring.
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STORING THE MOWER The following steps should be taken in order to prepare the lawn mower for storage. Remove the battery pack from the mower and store it at room temperature in a dry location. Clean the mower as described earlier in the maintenance section. Inspect the blade and replace it or sharpen it if required.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Always remove the battery pack when servicing or transporting the mower. Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves or wrapping the cutting edges with rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the mower blade. Problem Cause Solution The battery pack is depleted.
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Problem Cause Solution Wet grass clippings are sticking to the Wait until the grass dries before mowing. The mower does not mulch underside of the deck. Raise the deck to a higher cutting height properly The mower is set to cut too much grass at ...
FOR THREE YEARS from the date of original retail purchase, this HENX product is warranted against defects in material or workmanship. Defective product will receive free repair. FOR TWO YEARS from the date of original retail purchase, the HENX battery pack and charger are warranted against defects in material or workmanship. Defective product will receive free repair.
PARTS LIST 40V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate attached to the rear-discharge door of the lawn mower. Always mention the Model Number when ordering parts for this tool. EXPLODED DRAWING...
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PARTS LIST Part Name Quantity Grass Bag Side Discharge Chute Quick-adjustment lever(upper) Quick-adjustment lever(lower) Rear Hubcap Rear Wheel Assembly Blade adapter Blade Flat washer Spring washer Hexagon bolt Front Hubcap Front Wheel Assembly Height-Adjustment Lever External circlip Flat washer Wire clamp...
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