TROUBLE SHOOTING/CORRECTIVE ACTION GUIDE:
NOTE:
For the purposes of this trouble shooting /corrective action guide:
UNPLUG
lawnmower
means:
Release switch lever to turn lawnmower off,
wait for the blade to stop rotating (approx. 5 seconds) and unplug
extension cord from lawnmower.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Black & Decker offers a full network of company-owned and authorized
service locations throughout North America. All Black & Decker Service
Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with
efficient and reliable power tool service.
Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory
replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you.
To find your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory
under “Tools—Electric” or call:
1-800-54-HOW-TO.
WARRANTIES
FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any
defects in material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or
repaired at no charge in either of two ways:
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the
retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a
participating retailer). Returns should be made within the time period of the
retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of
purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific
return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black &
Decker owned or authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our
option. Proof of purchase may be required. Black & Decker owned and
authorized service centers are listed under “Tools-Electric” in the yellow
pages of the phone directory.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
Should you have any questions, contact the manager of your nearest Black &
Decker Service Center
.
This product is not intended for commercial use.
MAINTENANCE
Before each mowing session unplug the lawnmower and ensure that the
blade has stopped. Check all nuts, bolts and screws to ensure proper
tightness. Be sure to check the blade fastening system and wheel nuts.
IMPORTANT:
Check that all guards are secure and in good working
condition. If in doubt contact the Black & Decker Service Outlet nearest you.
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment should be performed by authorized service centers or other
qualified service organizations. Use only identical replacement parts.
Inspect and thoroughly clean your lawnmower at the beginning of each
mowing season for longer life and better performance.
From time to time turn the lawnmower off and wait for the blade to stop
rotating (approx. 5 seconds). Then unplug the power cord and turn the
lawnmower on its side. Using an object such as a stick or rag, wipe out
any accumulation of grass in the blade area. Also clean out any grass or
debris which may be packed around the discharge area. Be careful of the
sharp edges of the blade.
REMOVING AND ATTACHING BLADES (FIGURE 7, 8, 9)
1.
RELEASE SWITCH LEVER TO TURN LAWNMOWER OFF, WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO
STOP ROTATING (APPROX. 5 SECONDS) AND UNPLUG LAWNMOWER!
2. Use a piece of 2x4 wood (about 2 feet long) to keep blade from turning while
removing blade nut.
3. Wear gloves. Position wood and remove nut as shown in Figure 7.
4. Remove lower blade spacer, lower insulator washer and blade. (Figure 8)
5. When replacing sharpened or new blade on shoulder of fan, make sure the
“GRASS SIDE” identification on the blade is visible when mounted to the
lawnmower. Place lower insulator washer over shoulder of the fan. Now place lower
blade spacer and the blade nut on the shaft.
NOTE:
Align flats of shaft with flats in lower insulator washer and lower the blade
spacer. Position wood to keep shaft from turning (Figure 9) and then securely
tighten blade nut.
Fig. 7
Fig. 8 Fig. 9
SHARPENING AND BALANCING THE BLADE: (FIGURE 10,11)
1.
BE SURE THE SWITCH LEVER IS RELEASED, WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO
STOP ROTATING (APPROX. 5 SECONDS) AND UNPLUG THE CORD BEFORE
REMOVING AND REATTACHING THE BLADE.
2. Remove blade from lawnmower. See instructions for removing and attaching blade.
3. Secure blade in a vise as shown in Figure 10.
4. Wear safety glasses and be careful not to cut yourself.
5. Carefully file the cutting edges of the blade with a fine tooth file or sharpening stone.
6. Check balance of blade by placing centre hole in blade over a nail or screwdriver
shank, clamped horizontally in a vise. If either end of the blade rotates down, file
off additional material from that end. Blade is properly balanced when neither
end drops. (Figure 11)
7. Replace blade on lawnmower and tighten securely.
Fig. 10.
Fig. 11.
LUBRICATION:
No lubrication is necessary. Do not oil the wheels. They have plastic bearing surfaces
which require no lubrication.
ACCESSORIES:
Recommended accessories for use with your lawnmower are available
from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you need assistance
regarding accessories, please call:
1-800-54-HOW-TO
.
WARNING:
The use of any accessory not recommended for use with
this lawnmower can increase the risk of injury.
PROBLEM
CORRECTIVE ACTION
- Motor will not start
- Check fuse or circuit breaker to ensure power is to outlet.
- Check extension cord with another electrical device to
ensure cord is good.
- Call customer service representative 1-800-54-HOW-TO
- Motor keeps slowing down
- The underside of the lawnmower may be plugged with
clippings,
UNPLUG
lawnmower
and clean out.
- Grass may be too tall, try pushing at a slower pace, or
raise cut height.
- Check blade sharpness and balance, and correct if
required.
-
Runs but poor cut results
- The blade may be dull,
UNPLUG
lawnmower
and
carefully check for sharpness.
- Blade may be damaged (bent or badly chipped),
UNPLUG
lawnmower
and replace if necessary.
- Grass may be too high or thick for cutting height,
UNPLUG
lawnmower
and raise cutting height.
- Wheels may not be at same height.
- Excess vibration
- Blade may be loose,
UNPLUG
lawnmower
and check
blade for tightness.
- Blade may be bent or badly chipped,
UNPLUG
lawnmower
and replace if necessary.
- Blade may be unbalanced. Refer to blade balancing
section of instruction manual.
- Lawnmower is hard to push
- Lawnmower is too close to the ground with the amount
of grass being cut,
UNPLUG
lawnmower
and raise
cutting height.
-
UNPLUG
lawnmower
and check wheels to ensure all are
rotating easily.
- Lawnmower leaves clumps of
- Too much grass,
UNPLUG
lawnmower
and raise cutting
grass height.
-
UNPLUG
lawnmower
and carefully check blade for
sharpness.
- Grass may be too wet to cut. Wait for grass to dry.
See ‘Tools-Electric’
– Yellow Pages –
for Service & Sales
Imported by
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.
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