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Southland SM2223 Operator's Manual

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Specifications
Safety Definitions
Important Safety Information
Parts & Features
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Storage
Troubleshooting
Technical Service
Warranty
Repair Parts
IMPORTANT:
This manual provides complete instructions for safely operating and maintaining your mower. Read and save these
instructions. Refer to this manual each time before using your mower.
Record the following for future reference:
Model No: ___________________
Mfg. Date Code: ______________________
Date of Purchase: Attach a copy of your sales receipt.
Consumer Toll Free Number: 1-800-737-2112
Refer to the website for electronic manual and parts book.
If you have a question or problem...
CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112
KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
09/10/2014
Operator's Manual
WALK-BEHIND

LAWN MOWER

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www.southlandpowerequipment.com
Printed in the USA
MODEL NO
SM2223
A202989

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  • Page 1: Lawn Mower

    Operator’s Manual WALK-BEHIND LAWN MOWER MODEL NO SM2223 Look Inside for: Page Specifications Safety Definitions Important Safety Information Parts & Features Assembly Operation 10-12 Maintenance 13-15 Storage Troubleshooting Technical Service Warranty 17-19 Repair Parts 20-22 IMPORTANT: This manual provides complete instructions for safely operating and maintaining your mower. Read and save these instructions.

  • Page 2: Specifications

    Specifications MODEL SM2223 Cutting Width 22 in (559 mm) 1˝ to 3-5/8˝ (24-92 mm) Cutting Depths 7-position height adjust 25-30 ft/lbs Blade Bolt Torque Unit Weight 57 lb (25.85 kg) Gasoline Type Regular Unleaded, >=87 Octane Fuel containing Ethanol > 10% is not recommended.•...
  • Page 3 Safety Definitions • Save all instructions Become familiar with and understand the meaning of the warning symbols found on your mower. Safety Warning Symbols Do not mow when children or others are Indicates WARNING, DANGER, or CAUTION. Use common sense. Watch what you are doing. around.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information • Save all instructions DANGER Carbon Monoxide. Using an engine indoors can kill you in minutes. Engine exhaust contains high levels of car- bon monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see or smell. You may be breathing CO even if you do not smell engine exhaust.
  • Page 5 Important Safety Information (Continued) • Save all instructions • Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while III. CHILDREN the engine is running. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, presence of children.
  • Page 6 Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112 ENG - 6 Copyright © 2014 MAT Engine Technologies, LLC...
  • Page 7 Parts & Features • Save all instructions Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. To be able to operate your mower safely and get the best performance, become familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting.
  • Page 8 Assembly If you need assistance or find any parts missing, CALL • Save all instructions TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112. NOTE: All references to right or left side of the mower are from the operator’s position behind the unit. IMPORTANT: The assembly instructions were written for persons with some mechanical ability and experience. All steps are not included in these instructions.
  • Page 9 Assembly (Continued) If you need assistance or find any parts missing, CALL • Save all instructions TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112. HANDLE ASSEMBLY (FIG. 2-4) 4. Tighten both handle knobs (K). IMPORTANT: Unfold handles being careful not to pinch or 5. Tighten both handle knobs (G). 6.
  • Page 10 Operation • Save all instructions Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) supplied before starting. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting. The operation of any mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
  • Page 11 Operation (Continued) • Save all instructions CONVERTING MOWER FORM SIDE DISCHARGE TO MULCH PLUG (FIG. 6) The mower was shipped as a mulcher. To convert the mower to side discharge: NOTE: DO NOT remove the chute deflector at any time. To convert the mower from side discharge to mulching: 1.
  • Page 12 Operation (Continued) • Save all instructions ADD OIL WARNING Refer to the separate Engine Owner’s manual for addi- To avoid personal injury or property damage, use tional engine information. extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is ex- tremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Do not CAUTION smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the mower.
  • Page 13 Operation (Continued) • Save all instructions TO START THE ENGINE (FIG. 7) MOWING TIPS NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the engine, a small Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used amount of smoke may be present during the initial use of and remove all foreign objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc.
  • Page 14 Maintenance • Save all instructions CLEANING WARNING IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower hous- In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, ing free of grass build-up and trash. Clean the underside of transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always discon- your mower after each use.
  • Page 15 Maintenance (Continued) • Save all instructions ENGINE TO REMOVE BLADE (FIG. 8) A list of key engine maintenance items required for good 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place performance is listed here. Consult the separate Engine wire where it can not come in contact with plug.
  • Page 16 Maintenance (Continued) • Save all instructions • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated. If bolt needs re- placing, replace only with approved bolt shown in the wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. Repair Parts section of this manual.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Engine will not start (see the 1. Fuel tank is empty 1. Add fresh fuel. separate Engine Owner’s Manual 2. Blade control lever is not depressed 2. Grasp and hold blade control lever firmly against for further engine troubleshooting) handle while pulling starter rope handle.

  • Page 18: Technical Service

    • Date of Purchase (include copy of receipt for written requests) • Your Address • Your Phone Number Warranty Southland MOWER Limited Warranty ® Always specify model number when contacting the factory. We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written war- ranty.
  • Page 19 Warranty (Continued) Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage The emissions control system is warranted for two years. If any emissions-related part on your engine is defective, the part will be re- paired or replaced by METL. Owner’s Warranty Responsibility As the power equipment engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual.
  • Page 20 Warranty (Continued) Exclusions Failures other than those resulting from defects in material or workmanship are not covered by this Emission Control System Warranty. This Emission Control System Warranty does not extend to emission control systems or parts which are affected or damaged by owner abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, misuse, mis-fueling, improper storage, accident and/or collision, the incorporation of, or any use of, any unapproved, add-on, modified, “graymarket”...

  • Page 21: Repair Parts

    Repair Parts MODEL NUMBER SM2223 Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112 ENG - 21 Copyright © 2014 MAT Engine Technologies, LLC...
  • Page 22 Repair Parts SM2223 LAWN MOWER REPAIR PARTS Item Component No. Description A202744 Deck 22" - Painted Baffle Front & Back 22” - Painted A202461 Chute Deflector Bracket - Painted A202998 A202970 .250-20 X .500 Taptite Torx Screw A202984 Support, Wheel RH...
  • Page 23 Repair Parts Decal Group Item Part No. Description A202285 Label, Decorative (SOUTHLAND) A202448 Label, Danger Cut Finger A202275 Label, Decorative (Made in USA) A202267 Label, Decorative (173CC Magna Force) A202325 Label, Warning A202499 Label, Danger Safety Operation Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112 ENG - 23 Copyright ©...
  • Page 24 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS - CYLINDER HEAD PART NO. REF NO. DESCRIPTION EPA2 EPA3 Cover, Cylinder Head A201566 A201566 Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover A201567 A201567 Gasket, Cylinder Head A203182 A203182 Bolt M6 x 12 A201570 A201570 Plug, Spark A201233 A201233 Bolt, Cylinder Head M8 x 50...
  • Page 25 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS - CRANKCASE PART NO. REF NO. DESCRIPTION EPA2 EPA3 Dipstick Subassembly, Oil A201577 A201577 Bolt M6 X M12 A201570 A201570 Bolt M6 X M12 A201570 A201570 Bracket, Fuel Tank Right A 201580 A201580 Seal, Oil A201599 A201599 Bolt M6 X M12...
  • Page 26 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS - CRANKCASE COVER PART NO. REF NO. DESCRIPTION EPA2 EPA3 Gasket, Crankcase A203183 A203183 A201593 A201593 Block, Returning Oil A201595 A201595 Bolt M6 x 12 A201570 A201570 Plate, Governor Spindle Compression A201597 A201597 Seal, Oil A203184 A203184 Gear Assy, Governor...
  • Page 27 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS - CRANKSHAFT/PISTON PART NO. REF NO. DESCRIPTION EPA2 EPA3 Ring, The First Reference Only Reference Only Ring, The Second Reference Only Reference Only Ring Set, Oil Reference Only Reference Only Piston Reference Only Reference Only Clip, Piston Pin Reference Only Reference Only...
  • Page 28 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS - CAMSHAFT PART NO. REF NO. DESCRIPTION EPA2 EPA3 Valve, Intake A203186 A203186 Tappet, Valve A201630 A201630 Valve, Exhaust A203187 A203187 Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112 ENG - 28 Copyright © 2014 MAT Engine Technologies, LLC...

  • Page 29: Table Of Contents

    Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE SHROUD PART NO. REF NO. DESCRIPTION EPA2 EPA3 Housing, Engine Cover A201761 A201761 Shroud, Engine A201636 A201636 Screw A201578 A201578 Stud A201638 A201638 Stud A201639 A201639 Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112 ENG - 29 Copyright ©...

  • Page 30: Ref No

    Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS - RECOIL STARTER PART NO. REF NO. DESCRIPTION EPA2 EPA3 Nut, Hex. Flange A201324 A201324 Starter, Recoil A201653 A201653 Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112 ENG - 30 Copyright © 2014 MAT Engine Technologies, LLC...

  • Page 31: Description

    Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS - CARBURETOR PART NO. REF NO. DESCRIPTION EPA2 EPA3 Carburetor Gasket Kit A203189 A203189 Carburetor Assy. A203188 A203188 Primer Assembly A201683 A201683 Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112 ENG - 31 Copyright © 2014 MAT Engine Technologies, LLC...

  • Page 32: Part No

    Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS - AIR FILTER PART NO. REF NO. DESCRIPTION EPA2 EPA3 Gasket, Air Cleaner A201696 A201696 Tube, Breather A201697 A201697 A201324 A201324 Kit, Air Filter Housing A201763 A201763 Element Filter A201700 A201700 Kit, Air Filter Cover A201764 A201764 Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112...
  • Page 33 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS - FLYWHEEL/IGNITION PART NO. REF NO. DESCRIPTION EPA2 EPA3 Nut, Flywheel A201685 A201685 Flywheel Subassembly A201687 A201687 Bolt A201688 A201688 Coil, Ignition A202478 A202478 Brake Assy. A202479 A202479 Bolt A201570 A201570 Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112 ENG - 33 Copyright ©...
  • Page 34 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS - FUEL TANK PART NO. REF NO. DESCRIPTION EPA2 EPA3 Cap, Fuel Tank A202482 A202482 Strainer Fuel A201722 A201722 Clamp A201723 A201723 Tube, Fuel A201724 A201724 Clamp A201725 A201725 Bolt A201726 A201726 Tank Assy, Fuel A201727 A201717 Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112...
  • Page 35 Repair Parts RV170 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE LABELS REF NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. Decal, Air Filter Maintenance Reference Only Decal, Hot Surface Warning Reference Only Decal, Fuel Usage Reference Only Decal, Outdoor Use Only Warning A201758 Decal, Primer A201759 Decal, Oil Fill Reference Only Kit, Engine Decal (#1-6)
  • Page 36 If you have a question or problem... CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112 Copyright © 2014 MAT Engine Technologies, LLC...

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