Use only accessories and attachments approved Indicates failure to observe the safety WORLDLAWN instructions will result in death or serious injury. • The use of personal protective equipment, such as (but not limited to) safety glasses,...
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BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER • Check that the operator’s presence controls, DANGER safety switches, and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do Not operate In certain conditions during fueling, static unless they function properly. electricity can be released causing gasoline vapors to ignite.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER devices in place and in proper working OPERATION condition. Although hazard control and accident • Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to prevention are partially dependent upon the stop and engage parking brake: design and configuration of the equipment, o Before refueling these factors are also dependent upon the o Before dumping the grass catcher...
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER WARNING DANGER Hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can can become entangled in rotating parts. cause sliding and loss of control. Contact with rotating parts can cause • Mow across slopes, never up and down. traumatic amputation or severe lacerations.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER • MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not store fuel near flames or drain • Before any maintenance, disengage drives, indoors. lower implement, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key or disconnect spark plug wire.
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BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER CAUTION WARNING If the ignition is in the “ON” position Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. Fluid there is potential for sparks and accidentally injected into the skin must be engagement of components. Sparks surgically removed within a few hours by a could cause an explosion or moving doctor familiar with this form of injury or...
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER New safety signs may be obtained from SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL your authorized Worldlawn equipment DECALS dealer. • Keep all safety signs legible. Remove • Safety signs may be affixed by peeling all grease, dirt and debris from safety off the backing to expose the adhesive signs and instructional labels.
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BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER CONSOLE DECAL – 453567 CLUTCH OPERATION DECAL 363233 TRANSMISSION POSITION DECAL 363241 THROTTLE DECAL 453564 DECAL GRAPHICS ENGINE OFF ENGINE ON CHOKE HOUR METER BLADE SWITCH NEUTRAL REVERSE FAST SLOW...
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER 7. Attach the two steering control rods by ASSEMBLY removing the 5/16” swivels from the idler INSTRUCTIONS engagement brackets and screwing them onto the rods. Temporarily replace the 1. Remove top boards of crate and all loose swivels in the engagement brackets to items from inside.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER FINAL OPERATION CHECK/ADJUSTMENT 1. With the engine ignition switch in the off OPERATOR CONTROLS position, and the mower on level ground, grasp the handlebars and pull TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER the mower toward you while slowly Located on top of the transmission moving the steering levers closer to the handlebars.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER At least one of the OPC levers must be held PARK BRAKE down in order to keep the engine running while A function of the steering levers of both wheels the transmission is in any position other than To engage, pull steering levers all the way up neutral and/or the blade switch is on.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER PRE-START OPERATING Fill fuel tank on level ground. For best results INSTRUCTIONS use only clean, fresh regular grade unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Move the transmission selector lever to the IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline neutral position.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER blade contact can cause serious injury or Erratic movement of the steering levers may death. cause the Operator to lose control of the machine, which may cause damage to the Never operate the mower with the discharge machine or personal injury.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER Use the supplied chart and accompanying diagram located in the back of this manual to TRANSPORTING establish which aspects need to change to produce the desired result. TRANSPORTING A UNIT Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER • and the trailer or truck do not exceed 20 Do Not exceed a 20 degree angle degrees. A steeper angle may cause mower between ramp and ground or between deck components to get caught as the unit ramp and trailer or truck.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER MAINTENANCE Note: The left and right side of the machine is determined by standing in the normal operator’s position. WARNING WARNING Remove the key from the ignition switch, Allow the engine to cool completely before engage parking brakes, and pull the wire(s) service or making repairs around the engine off the spark plug(s) before you do any area.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE(S) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure • Before each use or daily Check the engine oil level • Check the mower blades • Check the safety interlock system • Check for loose hardware • Check for belt obstructions •...
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL A. Install blade bolt through washer, spacers, and blade in same order as removed to Check the engine oil daily before starting the maintain desired cutting height. engine otherwise shortage of the engine oil may B.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER Understanding the Safety Interlock System 11. Before the engine stops, move the other OPC lever to the "DOWN" (engaged) position, the The safety interlock system is designed to prevent engine should continue to run. the mower blades from rotating unless: 12.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER CHANGE ENGINE OIL CHECK TIRE PRESSURES Service Interval: 100 hours Service Interval: Every 40 hours NOTE: Change oil and filter after first eight 1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and remove key. Engage parking brake. (8) hours of operation.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER Lubrication Chart ADJUSTMENTS NUMBER FITTING INITIAL SERVICE Note: Disengage PTO, shut off engine, wait for all LOCATIONS PUMPS INTERVAL PLACES moving parts to stop, engage parking brake, and 1. Deck Belt Every 40 remove key before servicing, cleaning, or making Idler Arm Hours any adjustments to the unit.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER STEERING LEVER ADJUSTMENT NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT Steering characteristics are affected by the This adjustment may be necessary if certain relationship between the drive wheel clutching and components have been replaced or reinstalled braking positions. The greater the distance the 1.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER CLEAN DEBRIS FROM MACHINE CLEANING Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to (May be required more often in dry or dirty stop, and remove key.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT: It is essential that all operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to mower use. When a problem occurs, do not overlook the simple causes. For example, starting problems could be caused by an empty fuel tank.
BELT-DRIVE WALK BEHIND MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS...
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MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: This evaporative emission control system is warranted for two years. If any evaporative emission- related part on your equipment is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Worldlawn Power Equipment. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: •...
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If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, the part must be repaired or replaced by Worldlawn Power Equipment. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty must be warranted for a time not less than the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part.
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In no event shall Worldlawn be responsible for special, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages. This limited warranty specifically excludes parts covered under another manufacturer’s warranty.
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ALL RIGHTS RESERVED WYW36FS481V WYW48FS481V OPERATORS MANUAL CONTENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BELT-DRIVE WALK-BEHIND 202005...