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DR

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 WHISPER LITE

® 

CORDLESS Electric Mower Safety & Operating Instructions

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Mower is hard to push

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  Mower is trying to cut too much grass.  Raise the cutting

height.

Þ

  The wheels may not be rotating freely.  Remove the safety

key, turn the mower over and check the wheels for damage.

Battery pack looses its charge quickly

Þ

  Was the battery pack fully charged when you began?  Charge

the battery pack if necessary.

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  The grass may be too high or too thick.  Try adjusting the

cutting height higher, and/or mowing a narrower swath.

Mower motor will not stop when
operator presence control bar is
released

Þ

  The motor may have a defective relay.  Remove the safety key

to shut off the motor.  Call one of our Customer Service
Representatives 

Toll-Free 1(800)DR-OWNER(376-9637)

.

Mower does not finish cutting lawn on a
singe charge any more

Þ

  Was the battery pack fully charged at the start?

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  After some time, usually at least a couple of years, the battery

pack will need to be replaced.

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  The blade may be dull.  Sharpen it following the instructions on

page 19.

Mower grass catcher is collecting grass
poorly

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  Grass catcher is full.  Empty the grass catcher, and clean it if

necessary.

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  Grass is too long, or the mower is cutting too low.  Raise the

cutting height.

Þ

  The mower is moving too fast.  Slow down.

Þ

  The discharge chute may be clogged.  Remove the safety key,

turn the mower over and clean away any debris from the
discharge chute and below the deck.

Þ

  Is the correct blade installed?  Is the right side of the blade

facing up?  Remove the safety key, turn the mower over and
check the blade.

Note:

  For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact one of our Customer

Service Representatives 

Toll-Free 1(800)DR-OWNER(376-9637).

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Page 3: ...or problems you may have We want to answer or correct them as quickly as possible When you do call or write please have your order number handy it will speed things up We also hope to hear from you on...

Page 4: ...Never operate the DR WHISPER LITE without the proper guards safety switches or other safety and protective devices in place and properly connected Inspect to determine that these safety devices are pr...

Page 5: ...ight of the cut or exchanging the discharge chute block and grass catcher be sure the motor is off remove the safety key and make certain the blade has stopped rotating Do not operate the mower in the...

Page 6: ...of grass leaves or excessive grease Battery Safety Do not charge the lawn mower battery pack in the rain or in wet locations Exercise care in handling the battery pack in order not to short circuit i...

Page 7: ...TIAL CHARGING 6 RECHARGING AFTER EACH USE OF THE MOWER 8 RECHARGING TO A FULL CHARGE FOR OFF SEASON STORAGE 8 BATTERY DISPOSAL 8 CONTROLS FEATURES 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 11 PRE START CHECKS 11 TO ST...

Page 8: ...DR WHISPER LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower Safety Operating Instructions 2 Mower Components Figure 1...

Page 9: ...r Note For easier access set the cutting height to the highest adjustment position 1 Remove the bolt lock washer and square washer from the mounting hole in the mower frame Figure 2 2 Position the low...

Page 10: ...re the first use of the machine or the battery pack may suffer permanent damage Read the section Initial Charging on page 6 of this manual before you operate the mower Step 4 Read these Safety Operati...

Page 11: ...d when the battery pack should be charged and how it should be stored By following these simple guidelines the life expectancy of the battery pack will be maximized and your average annual cost for ba...

Page 12: ...it from the battery pack There are two charging methods Either method is acceptable 1 Charging with the Battery Pack in the Mower With all four wheels on the mower touching the floor plug the round p...

Page 13: ...is charging it will not automatically turn off when charging is complete Charging will take at least 12 hours The charger is always warm to the touch during the first 5 hours or so of a typical 12 hou...

Page 14: ...battery pack a full charge before first using the mower next season 2 Owners of cordless electric mowers often ask if they may leave the charger on for weeks or months at a time or even during the ent...

Page 15: ...S Electric Mower Safety Operating Instructions 9 Controls Features Make yourself and all other operators familiar with the controls parts and operation of the DR WHISPER LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower b...

Page 16: ...hut off and the blade will stop spinning within three seconds Battery Status Light When the GREEN light is on the battery pack is charged enough to use the mower When the RED light on handlebar lights...

Page 17: ...ischarge over time you must recharge the battery pack to a full charge before using your mower for the first time Reminder The length of time that a battery pack can hold its charge while mowing a law...

Page 18: ...l stop and the blade will stop spinning within three seconds CAUTION The blade will continue to rotate for a few seconds after the motor is shut off 2 Remove the safety key when the equipment is unatt...

Page 19: ...ed Squeeze the lever outward toward the wheel and out of its position notch 4 Move the lever to the desired notch Using the Discharge Flap When you don t want to collect clippings or mulch use the dis...

Page 20: ...on the top of the grass catcher to lock the catcher in place Figure 12 4 Lock the grass catcher in place by sliding the black tab on the handle over the discharge guard To Remove the Grass Catcher 1 U...

Page 21: ...rd 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 Keep your mower blade sharp A sharp mower blade...

Page 22: ...collection that the grass bag is clean and the mesh holes are not clogged Allow the grass catcher to dry thoroughly before use A wet grass catcher will clog quickly and hamper grass collection Removin...

Page 23: ...blade is dull cut ends of the grass will be ragged and usually turn brown soon after mowing A dull blade will also cause the battery pack to discharge more quickly If the blade is in otherwise good co...

Page 24: ...our local hardware store or with a large screwdriver nail or bolt Tools Supplies Needed gloves blade balancer or a large screwdriver nail or bolt After sharpening the blade hang it on the balancer Fig...

Page 25: ...y pack in it If you must store the battery pack outside the mower follow these rules If the battery pack will be used again give it a full charge before removing it from the mower Do not store the bat...

Page 26: ...all the lights are out the circuit breaker inside the safety key has cut off power to protect the motor Reinsert the safety key reset the white button and restart the mower Cutting too much grass Rais...

Page 27: ...9637 Mower does not finish cutting lawn on a singe charge any more Was the battery pack fully charged at the start After some time usually at least a couple of years the battery pack will need to be r...

Page 28: ...2 28147 00004 Hinge Fixed Base B13 B13 46197 00072 Screw B14 B14 14134 00011 Battery Charger B15 B15 46197 00072 Screw C1 C1 18146 00011 Deck C2 C2 14136 00009 Motor 500W C3 C3 46199 00019 Motor Mount...

Page 29: ...0013 Charging Plate F7 F7 46197 00086 Screw F8 F8 33157 00003 Velcro F9 F9 14134 00011 Charger Ref Part Description F10 F10 28177 00018 Discharge Flap F11 F11 24124 00006 Security Key F12 F12 47659 00...

Page 30: ...DR WHISPER LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower Safety Operating Instructions 24 Schematic Drawing Figure 18...

Page 31: ...DR WHISPER LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower Safety Operating Instructions 25...

Page 32: ...ing the warranty period the warranty holder is responsible for any and all shipping charges if required SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON THE LENGTH OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION...

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