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- Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 20" Electric Lawn Mower Item No . 270-1115 IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. For parts or service, please call toll free helpline at 1-888-266-7096...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Contents ..........................2 ......................2 Safety information ......................3-7 Symbols ..........................8-9 Electrical ........................10-11 Know your lawn mower ...................... 12 Assembly ........................13-18 Operation ........................19-23 Maintenance ......................... 24-25 Storage ..........................26 Troubleshooting ......................... 27 Warranty ..........................28 Exploded View ........................29 Parts List........................ -
Page 3: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS I M P O R T A N T READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below • liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. •... - Page 4 SAFETY INFORMATION • Turn off all controls before unplugging. • Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the power switch is not on before plugging in. Turn off power switch before unplugging. • Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
- Page 5 SAFETY INFORMATION D A N G E R This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury.
- Page 6 SAFETY INFORMATION • Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking. If you must back the mower then follow these steps: • Step back from the mower in order to fully extend your arms. • Be sure that you are well balanced. •...
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Page 7: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION CHILD SAFETY Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aware of the presence of children. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult. • Do not allow children under the age of 14 to operate this mower. Children who are 14 years of age and older must read and understand the operating instructions and safety rules in this manual and must be trained and supervised by a parent. -
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 NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) -
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: Electrical
ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATED LAWN MOWER (See Figure 1.) C A U T I O N IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE, HAVE A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE. W A R N I N G THIS MOWER IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. - Page 11 ELECTRICAL MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG) (WHEN USING 120 V ONLY) Amp Rating Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters) More Than Not More Than 25' (7.6 m) 50' (15 m) 100' (30.4 m) 150' (45.7 m) Not Recommended Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
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Page 12: 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 2 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 Power Button... -
Page 13: Assembly
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled. • 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 14: Assembly Instructions
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless W A R N I N G Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. - Page 15 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS USING THE CORD RETAINER (See Figure 5-7) 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.
- Page 16 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER BAG (See Figure 8) • UNPLUG THE POWER CORD, AND WAIT FOR BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. • Lift the chute cover (1). • While holding up the cover (1), place the grass catcher bag hanger hooks (2) into the opening on the chute cover (1) to allow the hanger hooks to attach to the rod (3) which secures the chute cover.
- Page 17 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING THE SIDE DISCHARGE CHUTE (See Figure 9) This mower has 3 different functions-mulch, side discharge, and rear bag. If you wish to discharge the clippings rather than mulch, perform these steps. • UNPLUG THE POWER CORD, AND WAIT FOR BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. •...
- Page 18 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL OF THE MULCH PLUG (See Figure 10) • UNPLUG THE POWER CORD, AND WAIT FOR BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. • To remove the mulch plug, lift the chute cover (1) and pull out on the handle. •...
- Page 19 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER STARTING AND STOPPING THE MOWER (See Figure 11-12) Starting the mower: • Hold the power button (1) and pull the bail switch (2) upward to the handlebar to start the mower. Stopping the mower: • To stop the mower, release the bail switch (2). Bail Switch Power...
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Page 20: Operating Your Lawn Mower
OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT (See Figure 13) • Simply depress the lever (1) towards the wheel and move to desired position. This sets all wheels to the same position. • To raise the height, pull the height adjustment lever from the current stop position towards the back of the mower. - Page 21 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER ADJUSTING THE UPPER HANDLE HEIGHT (See Figure 14) • Loosen the upper handle knob. • Adjust the upper handle to the most comfortable of the 3 positions. • Snug the upper handle knob and lock the cam lock handle to secure. Cam lock handle Upper handle knob Lock...
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Page 22: Operation
OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER SLOPE OPERATION W A R N I N G Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater than 15° (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 ft. [75m] every 10 ft. [3m]). Mow across the face of a slope, and never up and down. •... - Page 23 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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Page 24: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE CUTTING BLADE REPLACEMENT (See Figure 15-16) 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. • RELEASE THE BAIL SWITCH TO TURN THE MOWER OFF, WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, AND THEN UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. -
Page 25: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE CLEAN THE MOWER W A R N I N G To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the mower to water. p i l t r i and other debris will accumulate causing rust and corrosion. •... -
Page 26: Storage
STORAGE To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the mower to water. • Make certain the power cord is disconnected. • Clean mower as instructed in previous section. • Inspect and replace/sharpen blade, if required. Refer to the Maintenance section. •... -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Handle not in Carriage bolts not seated Adjust the height of the handle and make position. properly. sure the carriage bolts are seated properly Handle knobs not tightened. Tighten handle knobs. Mower not starting. Extension cord not connected to Reconnect the cord and use the cord the mower plug. -
Page 28: Warranty
LIMITED TW O-YEAR WARRANTY • The manufacturer warrants to the original purchaser that each new product and service part is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective product or part as follows from the original date of purchase. •... -
Page 29: Exploded View
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Page 30: Parts List
PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 31301227-5 Deck 34106236-1 Rear enclosure 32201235 Screw 3410438 Side discharge chute 3410338 Side discharge cover 3320338 Side discharge axle 3420207 Rubber bushing 3340237 Spring 3330637 Side discharge bracket 3220136 Bolt 33305222 Height adjustment plate(R) 3410137 Cord guide 3221137... - Page 31 PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 35-1 34902237-3 Grass catcher 35-2 33301237 Grass catcher bracket 34104236 Rear plug 34127229 Rear shield 3220511 Screw 33305227-1 New cord clamp 3221237 33302222 Height adjustment plate (L) 3221637 Bolt 34114227-4 Height adjustment handle (lower) 34113227-4 Height adjustment handle (upper) 31103222...
- Page 32 PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 3410535 3331435 3221037 34203229A Wheel (7 X 1.5) 3331638 Washer 34120227 Cord retainer 34203229B 7" Wheel cover...