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DR Whisper Lite CEM1000 Safety & Operating Instructions Manual

DR Whisper Lite CEM1000 Safety & Operating Instructions Manual

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CORDLESS Electric Mower
Safety & Operating Instructions
MODEL: CEM1000
Please read through these Operating Instructions and become familiar with the basic features of the
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DR
WHISPER LITE
CORDLESS Electric Mower before operating it.
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  • Page 1 ® ® CORDLESS Electric Mower Safety & Operating Instructions MODEL: CEM1000 Please read through these Operating Instructions and become familiar with the basic features of the ® ® WHISPER LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower before operating it.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions ® WARNING: We want you to enjoy years of safe and productive use from your DR WHISPER ® LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower. We don’t want you to get injured, so please take a few moments to read the following guidelines for safely operating your new machine.

  • Page 4: Maintenance And Storage

    · Do not put your hands and feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge area while the motor is running. · Stop the blade when crossing over loose materials such as gravel drives, walks or roads. Objects discharged by the mower can be hazardous. · Do not use the DR ® ® WHISPER LITE for any job other than those for which it is intended.
  • Page 5 WHISPER LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower! ® ® We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR WHISPER LITE will be one of the most trouble-free and satisfying pieces of equipment you have ever owned. Please let us know of any questions or problems you may have. We want to answer or correct them as quickly as possible.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CONTROLS & FEATURES....................1 SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS..................... 2 ....................2 OWER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..................... 3 ..........................3 TART HECKS .....................4 TART OTOR AND NGAGE LADE ......................4 OTOR AND LADE ....................5 ATTERY HARGING NSTRUCTIONS .......................6 LECTRONIC WITCHES ............................6 IRCUIT REAKER ......................6 OLTAGE WITCH ......................6...

  • Page 7: Controls & Features

    Controls & Features ® Make yourself, and any other operators, familiar with the controls, parts and operation of the DR ® WHISPER LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower before using it. Blade Control Lever Upper Handlebar Upper Handlebar Knobs Lower Handlebar Blade Control...

  • Page 8: Set-Up Instructions

    Set-Up Instructions How To Set-Up Your Lawn Mower 1. Open the top flaps of the carton and remove the inserts. Remove the loose parts, including the side discharge chute, battery pack, battery charger, battery charger lead and power key (Figure 1, page 1).

  • Page 9: Operating Instructions

    (How to Set Up Your Lawn Mower—continued) Note: The mower will not operate without the discharge chute or the mulching cover installed because of the magnet built into each (Figures 5 and 6). Make sure the magnet is clean and free of debris.

  • Page 10: To Start Motor And Engage Blade

    To Start Motor and Engage Blade 1. To start, insert the power key into the switch slots Power key located behind the battery pack (Figure 7). 2. Depress the button on the blade control switch (Figure 8) and pull the blade control lever firmly to the handlebar (Figure 9).

  • Page 11: Battery Charging Instructions

    Battery Charging Instructions WARNING: The battery contains corrosive fluid and toxic material. Handle with care. Keep away from children. Do not puncture, disassemble, mutilate or incinerate. Explosive gases could be vented during charging or discharging. Use in a well ventilated area, away from sources of ignition.

  • Page 12: Electronic Cut-Out Switches

    Customer Service Representatives TOLL- Figure 12 FREE 1(800) DR-OWNER(376-9637). Note: If the circuit breaker trips during the operation of the mower, allow the electric motor to cool for at least one minute before resetting the breaker.

  • Page 13: Handlebar Height Adjustment

    Handlebar Height Adjustment Three holes in the upper handlebar provide handlebar height adjustment. The mower is shipped with the handlebar in the middle height position. Remove hand To change the height of the handlebar, remove knobs and carriage bolts the two hand knobs and the carriage bolts (Figure 14) which secure the upper handlebar to the lower handlebar.

  • Page 14: Folding The Handlebars

    Folding the Handlebars 1. The handlebar assembly can be folded in half, Loosen the or completely folded away for storage. To handlebar knobs fold the handlebars in half, loosen the upper handlebar knobs and fold the upper handlebar forward onto the machine (Figure 15). 2.

  • Page 15: Lawn Care Tips

    Lawn Care Tips · Mow your lawn as often as necessary. · Never remove more than one third of the leaf blade during any one mowing session. When more than one third of the blade is removed, the grass plant produces less food for itself and therefore becomes weaker and more susceptible to disease and insect damage.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    To obtain the correct part for your particular mower, always specify the model number (found on the name plate). Contact one of our Customer Service Representatives Toll-Free 1(800)DR- OWNER (376-9637) for parts and service assistance. We recommend taking your mower to a Briggs &...

  • Page 17: To Sharpen The Blade

    WARNING: Be certain to remove the power key and the battery pack before performing any adjustment or repair. To Sharpen the Blade When the blade is dull, cut ends of the grass will be ragged and usually turn brown soon after mowing.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting WARNING: Be sure to stop motor and remove the power key and battery pack before performing any repairs or maintenance. Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Þ Power key not inserted Þ Insert power key Motor fails to start Þ Blade control lever Þ...
  • Page 19 Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact one of our Customer Service Representatives Toll-Free 1(800)DR-OWNER (376-9637). ® ® WHISPER LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower Safety & Operating Instructions...

  • Page 20: Parts List

    Parts List Please refer to the schematic drawing on page 15. 102361 Front Wheel Item Part No. Description 102141 Key Assembly Item Part No. Description 102061 Discharge Chute 102131 Hubcap 101961 Battery Pack Assembly 102261 Wheel Retainer 101941 Interlock Switch Assembly 102181 Height Adjuster Link 102191 Magnet 102391 Blade Mounting Bolt...

  • Page 21: Schematic Drawing

    Schematic Drawing ® ® WHISPER LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower Safety & Operating Instructions...

  • Page 24: Briggs & Stratton Motor And Battery Pack System Warranty

    ® ® satisfied with your DR WHISPER LITE , please write or call us TOLL-FREE 1(800)DR-OWNER (376-9637). We will do everything possible to answer your questions or make things right—even if it ® ® means that you return your DR...

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