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Operator's Manual
String Mower M220
SN
GAS/OIL
RATIO
50:1
Includes Model:
M220
P/N: 19444
ECN: 10756
REV2: 02/17/15
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© 2015 Ardisam, Inc.
www.getfieldsedge.com
All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual String Mower M220 GAS/OIL RATIO 50:1 Includes Model: M220 P/N: 19444 ECN: 10756 REV2: 02/17/15 Get parts online at © 2015 Ardisam, Inc. www.getfieldsedge.com All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your investment in quality. Thank you for purchasing a Fields Edge™ String Mower. We have worked to ensure that the string mower meets the highest standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your string mower will provide many years of service.
  • Page 3: Warnings And Safety Precautions

    Operator's Manual String Mower M220 WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING Operator's Responsibility WARNING INDICATES A HAZARD WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS Accurate assembly and safe and effective use of the machine is INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND/OR PROPERTY the operator's responsibility.
  • Page 4 Operator's Manual String Mower M220 GENERAL Safety Rules • Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the never run.
  • Page 5 Operator's Manual String Mower M220 Slope Operation • Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame (such as a water heater), Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents or other ignition source.
  • Page 6 Operator's Manual String Mower M220 SAFETY DECALS AND WARNINGS Pictured below are safety and hazard symbols on the unit or in this manual. Before you operate your unit, learn and understand the purpose for each symbol. Hazard Symbols and Meanings...
  • Page 7: Features

    Operator's Manual String Mower M220 FEATURES Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your mower. Take time to compare the following illustration with the mower to familiarize yourself with the product and its controls. SEE FIGURE 1 FIGURE 1: String Mower Features 1.
  • Page 8: Assembly

    Operator's Manual String Mower M220 ASSEMBLY How to Raise the Handle Contents of Parts Bag 1. Hold the handle with one hand and loosen both handle • Owner’s Manual adjustment cams until the ratchet teeth are disengaged. Do not remove the handle adjustment levers.
  • Page 9: Operation

    Operator's Manual String Mower M220 OPERATION WARNING How to Stop the Mower Head Release the control bail. It will return to its open position and • FOLLOW THE ENGINE MANUFACTURER’S disengage the mower head. INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE TYPE OF GASOLINE AND OIL TO USE.
  • Page 10 Operator's Manual String Mower M220 Engine Throttle Control WARNING 1. The engine throttle speed is a factory setting. It is • DO NOT LEAVE STRING MOWER designed to ensure proper speed of your string mower UNATTENDED WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
  • Page 11: Maintenance, Service And Storage

    Note 3 - Change more often if used in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. * To service the air filter and change the oil in the M220 model, use the wheel pivot to clear the air cleaner. On models without wheel pivot, it may be necessary to remove the wheel.
  • Page 12: Service And Adjustment

    Operator's Manual String Mower M220 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT WARNING How to Change Engine Oil BEFORE YOU INSPECT, CLEAN OR SERVICE THE Be sure the engine is not operating and is located on a level MOWER, STOP THE ENGINE. MAKE SURE THAT ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED.
  • Page 13 Operator's Manual String Mower M220 To Remove the Wheels WARNING To detach the wheels, loosen the axle bolts and remove the BEFORE YOU SET THE HEIGHT OF THE CUT, STOP wheel. Reverse instructions to reattach tire. THE ENGINE. WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS SEE FIGURE 11 TO STOP.
  • Page 14 Operator's Manual String Mower M220 WARNING BOLTS BEFORE REMOVE DRIVE BELT, DISCONNECT THE WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG. IMPORTANT TEST THE DRIVE SYSTEM. START THE ENGINE AND ENGAGE AND DISENGAGE THE MOWER HEAD SEVERAL TIMES. WHEN DISENGAGED, MAKE SURE THE MOWER HEAD COMPLETELY STOPS WHEN RESTING ON THE GROUND.
  • Page 15: Storage

    Fields Edge™ String Mower. Most repairs will provide maximum performance for the next be minor, and easily fixed by following the suggestions in the season.
  • Page 16 Operator's Manual String Mower M220 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Cause Correction Engine does not start Spark plug wire disconnected Connect spark plug wire Engine not primed Prime engine Defective or incorrectly gapped spark plug Inspect or replace spark plug Fuel tank empty...
  • Page 17: Slope Guide

    Operator's Manual String Mower M220 SLOPE GUIDE Use this guide to determine slope angle. Do Not mow on a slope greater than 15 degrees. WARNING • A 10 degree slope is a hill that increases in height at USE EXTREME CARE AT ALL TIMES AND AVOID approximately 1.76 feet (53.6 CM) in 10 feet (304.5...
  • Page 18: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    Operator's Manual String Mower M220 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - Handlebars 19 20 21 KEY PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. KEY PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 17471 ON/OFF SWITCH STRING MOWER 19972 CAM LEVER BLACK 14178 THROTTLE CABLE 19973 RIVET M4 X 20 19902 ROPE GUIDE M6 X 1.0 OPEN EYE...
  • Page 19 Operator's Manual String Mower M220 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - Mower Head KEY PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 19927 BOLT M10 X 1.5 X 60 HEX 16318 SPACER JACKSHAFT MOWER 19931 SCREW M5 X 3 X 15 PHILIPS 16903 NUT M10 X 1.5 X 13 NYLOC...
  • Page 20 Operator's Manual String Mower M220 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Base Unit 27 28 Check for parts online at www.getfieldsedge.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 21 Operator's Manual String Mower M220 KEY PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. KEY PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 16903 NUT M10 X 1.5 X 13 NYLOC 17221 WHEEL SWIVEL ASSEMBLY MOWER 16889 SCREW 4.8 X 1.6 X 20 MM PHILIPS 14920 • NUT M12 X 1.75 NYLOC...
  • Page 22: Illustrated Parts Breakdown

    Operator's Manual String Mower M220 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Engine and Pulley Attachment KEY PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 19922 BOLT M8 X 1.25 X 40 HEX 186000 ENGINE 173CC VIPER VERTICAL NUT M8 X 1.25 NYLOC W1265V0900 16602 KEY 4 X 5 X 25 MM...
  • Page 23: Warranty

    P/N: 21479 SEE ENGINE MANUAL FOR ENGINE WARRANTY REV1: 111914 © 2014 Ardisam, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Fields Edge™, Division of Ardisam, Inc. 1160 8th Avenue; P.O. Box 666 Cumberland, Wisconsin 54829 800-345-6007 · Fax (715) 822-4180 E-mail: info@getFieldsEdge.com Check for parts online at www.getfieldsedge.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 24 Fields Edge™, Division of Ardisam, Inc. 1160 8th Avenue, PO Box 666 Cumberland, WI 54829 800-345-6007 | Fax 715-822-2223 E-mail: info@getfieldsedge.com All weights, specifications and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improvements, product images may not be exact. Items used for props not included. Some assembly may be required.

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