SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY RULES READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY W A R N I N G This symbol indicates important safety instructions. If these instructions are not followed, it could endanger the personal safety and/or property of the operator and others. Read and understand all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate the mower.
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SAFETY INFORMATION • For use only with Greenworks 29662/29652 battery. See instruction manual for additional battery packs. • Carefully read all instructions on the mower and in the manual before attempting to assemble and operate the mower. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference, and consult it regularly.
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SAFETY INFORMATION • If the mower starts to vibrate excessively, stop the motor and check for the cause immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. • Stop the motor and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute.
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C A U T I O N USE ONLY GREENWORKS APPROVED REPLACEMENT BATTERIES, OTHER BATTERIES MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE MOWER. Use with GREENWORKS 40V battery. BATTERY SAFETY RULES • Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition.
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SAFETY INFORMATION • Always remove the battery pack from your tool when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing the battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury. • Always remove the battery pack before storing the device. When the battery becomes fully charged, unplug the charger from the power supply and remove the battery pack from the charger.
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SAFETY INFORMATION CHARGER SAFETY RULES • Charge the mower battery in a dry area that is protected from the weather. Do not expose the mower or the charger to rain. Do not charge the battery in a wet location. Operate the battery charger in temperatures between 45°...
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Amperes Hertz Watts Hours Direct Current Precautions that involve your safety.
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SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Read this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustration in Figure 1 to your lawn mower in order to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Bail Start button Upper...
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. • Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. •...
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS UNFOLDING AND ADJUSTING HANDLE ASSEMBLY (See Figure 2-3) To raise handle assembly: • Open the lower handle locks. • Pull up and back on the lower handle until it is aligned with the slot between the handle locks and the mower housing.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS To lower the handle assembly: • Open the upper handle locks. NOTE: If the handle lock is difficult to open, loosen the knobs on the upper handle locks by turning them counterclockwise. • Lower the upper handle. • Open the lower handle lock. •...
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING THE MULCHING PLUG (FOR MULCHING OPERATION) (See Figure 4) NOTE: When using the mulching plug, do not install the grass catcher. • Remove the battery pack. • Lift and hold the rear discharge door. • Grasp the mulching plug by its handle and insert it at a slight angle, as shown. •...
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER (FOR REAR BAGGING OPERATION) (See Figure 5-6) NOTE: When using the grass catcher, do not install the mulching plug. • Remove the battery pack. • Lift the rear discharge door. Remove the mulching plug if previously installed. •...
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK (See Figure 7) W A R N I N G Always remove the battery pack from your tool when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing the battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK (See Figure 7) • Raise the battery cover. • Press and hold the battery latch button at the top of the battery pack. • Remove battery pack from the mower. W A R N I N G To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack when carrying or transporting the tool.
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OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER STARTING/STOPPING THE MOWER (See Figure 8) • Raise the battery cover. • Install battery pack. • Lower the battery cover. • Press and hold the start button. Pull the bail toward the handle and release the button to start the mower.
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OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER SETTING BLADE HEIGHT (See Figure 9) When shipped, the wheels on the mower are set to a low-cutting position. Before using the mower for the first time, raise the cutting position to the height best suited for your lawn. The average lawn should be between 1-1/2 in.
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OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER SLOPE GAUGE (See Figure 10) W A R N I N G Slopes are a major factor related to accidents involving slips and falls, which can result in severe injury. Operating the mower on a slope requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
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OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER MOWING TIPS NOTE: A sharp blade will greatly enhance the performance of the mower, especially when cutting high grass. Be sure to check the blade and to sharpen it at least once per year, as described in the Maintenance section. •...
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OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER BAG (See Figure 11-12) • Stop the mower and allow blades to completely stop. • Remove the battery pack. • Lift the rear discharge door. • Lift the grass catcher by its handle to remove from mower. •...
MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE CUTTING BLADE (See Figure 13-14) W A R N I N G Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves and/or wrapping the cutting edges with rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the blades. ALWAYS remove the battery when servicing or transporting the mower.
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MAINTENANCE Motor assembly Blade posts BLADE II BLADE I Blade insulator Blade insulator Spacer Spacer Blade nut Blade nut Fig. 14 • Replace the blade insulator and spacer, then thread the blade nut on the shaft and finger tighten. NOTE: Make certain all parts are replaced in the exact order in which they were removed. •...
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MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE BATTERY The mower battery is designed for maximum life; however, like all batteries, it will eventually need to be replaced. Charge the new battery pack before use. To install a new battery: • Carefully unlock and remove the battery pack. •...
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MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE MOWER W A R N I N G In order to reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the mower to water. The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use, because grass clippings, leaves, dirt, and other debris will accumulate, which will cause rust and corrosion.
SERVICE • When ser vicing the mower, use only replacement par ts that are available from the manufacturer. In order to obtain replacement parts, call the toll-free helpline, at 1-888-909- 6757. The use of parts that do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance, and may compromise safety.
ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL The batteries used in this mower's battery pack contain the following toxic and corrosive material: LITHIUM-ION. W A R N I N G Toxic materials must be disposed of in a specified manner in order to prevent contamination of the environment.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The battery is not charged. Charge the battery. Replace the switch (call the tollfree helpline, The switch is defective. at 1-888-909-6757. Grass jammed between the Remove battery; check under deck for jams. deck and blade. The mower does not start.
(4) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS™, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for...
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