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- Page 1 16” Electric Lawn Mower 25142 Owner’s Manual TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) www.GreenWorksTools.com Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Contents ..........................2 Product specifications ......................2 Safety information ......................3-7 Symbols ..........................8-9 Know your lawn mower ...................... 10 Assembly ........................11-14 Operation ........................15-20 Maintenance ......................... 21-22 Troubleshooting ......................... 23 Warranty ..........................24 Exploded View ........................25 Parts List........................26-27 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 16”... -
Page 3: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL OPERATION • 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. • Become familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the mower and how to disengage the power in an emergency. - Page 4 SAFETY INFORMATION • Household circuit: This mower is designed to operate on a 15 A circuit. If the mower has difficulty starting when connected to a circuit that contains a standard 15 A fuse or circuit breaker, call the toll-free helpline (1-888-909-6757). Do not use a fuse or circuit breaker with higher rating than that specified for your particular branch circuit.
- Page 5 SAFETY INFORMATION • Mow across the face of a slope, and never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on a slope. • Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps that may cause a slip or a trip. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
- Page 6 SAFETY INFORMATION • Do not tamper with safety devices. Check them regularly for proper operation. • After striking a foreign object, stop the motor and disconnect the power cord. Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. Repair any damage before operating the mower. •...
- Page 7 SAFETY INFORMATION SLOPE GAUGE • Use this page as a guide in order to identify slopes that cannot be mowed safely. • DO NOT USE the lawn mower on these slopes. • SIGHT AND HOLD THIS EDGE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE. •...
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Page 8: Symbols
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 Precautions that involve your safety. -
Page 9: Symbols
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. -
Page 10: Know Your Lawn Mower
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 switch Start button Mulching... -
Page 11: Assembly
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. •... -
Page 12: Assembly Instructions
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS UNFOLDING AND ADJUSTING HANDLE (See Figure 2) • Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the handle into operating position. Make certain the handles snap into place securely. • Tighten the lower handle with the cam locks on both sides. •... - Page 13 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER BAG (See Figure 3) • Lift the chute cover (1). • Lift the grass catcher by its handle (2) and place under the chute cover so that the hooks (3) on the grass catcher frame are seated into the slots in the handle bracket. •...
- Page 14 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING THE MULCHING PLUG (See Figure 4) • To remove the mulching plug, lift the chute cover (1). • Grasp the handle (2) of the mulching plug and pull the mulching plug out using the handle. • The mulching plug (3) is inserted on an angle, so it requires some force to remove it. •...
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Page 15: Operation
OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER CONNECTING THE POWER CORD Selecting an Extension Cord. The chart below showns the length of extension cords and the corresponding acceptable cord ratings. For a 50' (15 m) cord, use 16 AWG. For a 100' (30 m) cord, use 14 AWG. For a 150' (45 m) cord, use 12 AWG. - Page 16 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER STARTING/STOPPING THE MOWER (See Figure 5) To start the motor: • Plug the mower into an approved outdoor extension cord. • Press and hold the start button (1). • Pull the bail switch (2) upward to the handle to start the mower and release the button. To stop the motor: •...
- Page 17 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (See Figure 6) 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"...
- Page 18 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER USING THE CORD RETAINER (See Figure 7) This lawn mower is equipped with a cord retainer in order to prevent the extension cord from disconnecting from the power cord while the mower is in use. The cord retainer hangs from the cord guide bar.
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Page 19: Mulching Tips
OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER MOWING THE LAWN 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. •... - Page 20 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER BAG (See Figure 8) • Release the bail switch to turn the mower off and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop. Unplug the mower. • Lift the rear chute cover. •...
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Page 21: Maintenance
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. Use only a GREENWORKS replacement blade. • Release the bail switch to turn the mower off and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop. - Page 22 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE MOWER W A R N I N G To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the mower to water. The underside of mower d eck should be cleaned after each use as grass clippings, leaves, d irt and other debris will accumulate causing rust and corrosion.
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Page 23: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Carriage bolts are not seated Adjust the height of the handle and The handle is not properly. makesure the carriage bolts are seated in position. properly. Cam handle is not tightened. Tighten cam handle. The extension cord is not Reconnect the cord, and use the cord connected to the mower plug. -
Page 24: Warranty
(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... -
Page 25: Exploded View
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Page 26: Parts List
PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 31104488 Upper handle assy. 33305469-3 Bail switch 31102489 Motor engagement box 33309470-2 Lower handle 31102467-2 Cam lock assy. 34106467-1 Handle knob 3411135 Cord guide 34107488 Motor cover 32201110 Screw 333012470 Height adjustment plate 34202470 Dust plate 32204100... -
Page 27: Parts List
PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 31102488 7” wheel 33302470 Rear wheel axle 33202470 Rear cover rod 3290506 C-clip 33903470 Rear cover spring 34102470 Rear cover 34104470 Mulching plug 3220518 Screw 3290750 Washer 3330490-1 Wire clip 3221237 Self-lock nut M4 34201470 Rear shield 34103470... - Page 28 TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Rev: 01 (10-31-11) Printed in China on 100% Recycled Paper...
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