Lawn-Boy 10356, 10357, 10358 Operator's Manual
Lawn-Boy 10356, 10357, 10358 Operator's Manual

Lawn-Boy 10356, 10357, 10358 Operator's Manual

Silver series

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Silver Series

Lawn Mower

Model No. 10356—Serial No. 230000001 and Up
Model No. 10357—Serial No. 230000001 and Up
Model No. 10358—Serial No. 230000001 and Up
Introduction
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury
and product damage. You are responsible for
operating the product properly and safely.
Whenever you need service, genuine Lawn-Boy
parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized
Service Dealer or Lawn-Boy Customer Service and
have the model and serial numbers of your product
ready. The illustration below identifies the location of
the model and serial numbers on the product. Write
the numbers in the space provided below:
Model #:
Serial #:
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the following words:
Danger signals an extreme hazard that will
cause serious injury or death if you do not follow
the recommended precautions.
Warning signals a hazard that may cause
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor
or moderate injury if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
This manual uses two other words to highlight
information. Important: calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note: emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.
Warning
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.
Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark
arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this
Printed in USA
Original Instructions (EN)
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas
may have similar laws.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for
information regarding The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance
and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer.
Safety
This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade
safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn
mowers and the B71.1 specifications of the American
National Standards Institute in effect at the time of
1064
production.
Read and understand the contents of this manual
before the engine is ever started.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to
alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol
to avoid possible injury or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this mower
could result in injury or death. To reduce this
potential, comply with the following safety
instructions.
The following instructions have been adapted from
the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1—1998.

General Operation

Read, understand, and follow all instructions on
the machine and in the manual. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of
the mower before starting.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
Only allow responsible individuals, who are
familiar with the instructions, to operate the
mower.
3329-170
Form No. 3329-170
Operator's Manual
2003 by Lawn-Boy, Inc.
All Rights Reserved

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Summary of Contents for Lawn-Boy 10356, 10357, 10358

  • Page 1: Lawn Mower

    Whenever you need service, genuine Lawn-Boy parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Lawn-Boy Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. The illustration below identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
  • Page 2: Slope Operation

    Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or other safety protective devices in place. See the Lawn-Boy instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use Lawn-Boy accessories. Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
  • Page 3: Safety/Instruction Decals

    Frequently check components and replace with genuine Lawn-Boy parts, when necessary. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
  • Page 4: Product Overview

    100-6365 (Model 10358 only) 104-7953 (Model 10357 only) 3329-170 Product Overview 1. Cutting height lever 6. Ignition key (model 10357 only) 2. Oil fill/Dipstick 7. Fuel tank cap 3. Recoil start handle 8. Air filter 4. Self-propel drive bar 9. Primer 5.
  • Page 5: Unfolding The Handle

    Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine. Unfolding the Handle Warning Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle.
  • Page 6: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Refer to Charging the Battery on page 14. Before Operating Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or mower directly on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
  • Page 7: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Adjusting the Cutting Height Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all four wheels to the same height. Adjusting the Handle Height Squeeze the bottom of the handle halves together (as shown) and change the handle holes in which the pins (A) are mounted, as follows: Raise the handle using hole (B).
  • Page 8: Operation

    Operation Starting the Engine 1. Firmly push in the primer 3 times with your thumb, holding the primer in for a second before releasing it each time. Note: If the air temperature is below 55 F (13 C), firmly push the primer in 5 times.
  • Page 9: Installing The Mulch Plate

    Warning An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in a serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur.
  • Page 10: Installing The Cover Plate

    Warning An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in a serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur.
  • Page 11: Operating Tips

    For best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. Replace the blade when necessary with a Lawn-Boy replacement blade. Cutting Grass Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time. Do not cut below the 2-inch (51 mm) setting...
  • Page 12: Cutting Leaves

    Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the mower to plug or the engine to stall. Warning Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade. Mow only in dry conditions.
  • Page 13: Preparing For Maintenance

    Preparing for Maintenance 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and hook it onto the retaining post (A) before performing any maintenance procedure. 3. After performing the maintenance procedure(s), connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
  • Page 14: Replacing The Blade

    Charging the Battery Model 10357 only Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling battery . Charge the battery for 24 hours every month (every 25 starts) or as needed.
  • Page 15: Cleaning The Mower

    Cleaning the Mower 1. Remove the bag (model 10358 only). 2. With the engine running on a flat paved surface, spray a stream of water in front of the right rear wheel. The water will splash into the path of the blade, cleaning out the clippings.
  • Page 16 Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Lawn-Boy importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Lawn-Boy Warranty Company.

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