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Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters, fuel, lubricants, oil 
changes, spark plugs, blade sharpening, worn blade, cable/linkage adjustments, or 
brake and clutch adjustments. 

 

Repairs necessary due to improper fuel, contaminants in the fuel system or failure to 
properly prepare the fuel system prior to any period of non-use over three months. 

 

Repair necessary due to failure to properly prepare the mower prior to any period of 
non-use. 

 

Pickup and delivery charges. 

All repairs covered by this warranty must be performed by an Authorized Eastman 
Service Dealer using Eastman parts. 

For more information concerning engine warranty refer to the enclosed engine manual 
and warranty statement…. 

OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY 

The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and follow preventative maintenance, 
storage, fuel and oil usage as prescribed in the owner’s manual.  Should a product 
difficulty occur, you must, at your expense, arrange to deliver or ship your Eastman 
Industries unit for warranty repairs and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the 
repairs have been made.  If you do not know the location of your nearest authorized 
Eastman Industries Servicing Dealer, call Eastman Industries at 1-800-760-1680 during 
normal working hours.  Repair parts and accessories replaced under this warranty are 
warranted only for the balance of the warranty period.  All parts replaced under warranty 
become the property of Eastman Industries. 

GENERAL CONDITIONS 

Repair by an Authorized Eastman Industries Dealer is your sole remedy under this 
warranty. 

Eastman Industries is not liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages in 
connection with the use of Eastman Products covered by this warranty, including any cost 
or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of 
malfunction or non-use pending completion of repairs under this warranty. 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for WMS20-H

Page 1: ...EASTMAN INDUSTRIES 20 Commercial Slope Mower Model WMS20 H Operator s Manual ...

Page 2: ...hrottle Controls 12 Starting the Engine 12 Adjusting the Cutting Height 13 Operating Tips 14 Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule 15 Checking the Engine Oil Level 16 Cleaning the Underside of the Lawn Mower 16 Servicing the Air Filter 16 Changing the Engine Oil 17 Maintaining the Cutting Blade 18 Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor 19 Servicing the Spark Plug 20 Storage 20 Troubleshootin...

Page 3: ...tions shown below is capable of continuous operation on slopes reaching 45 degrees incline The use of this mower on inclines steeper than those shown will cause severe damage to the engine VOIDING ALL APPLICABLE WARRANTIES FRONT 30º 30º 45º 45º ...

Page 4: ... footwear 7 Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary Look down and behind before and while moving backwards 8 Do not operate the mower without proper guards plates grass catcher or other safety protective devices in place 9 Read the Operator s Manual for proper operation and installation of accessories Only use accessories approved by Eastman Industries 10 Shut the engine off when c...

Page 5: ...se footing or balance Do not mow excessively steep slopes Do not mow on wet grass Reduced footing could cause slipping Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the mower Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them 1 Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible...

Page 6: ... a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle g Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device h If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately 2 Never run an engine inside a closed area 3 Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine runnin...

Page 7: ...nd special equipment For safety reasons these procedures should be carried out by an authorized service dealer 12 Do not change the engine governor setting or over speed the engine 13 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary WARNING In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire...

Page 8: ... genuine Eastman parts or additional information contact an Authorized Eastman Dealer or Eastman s Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your mower ready For the Model and Serial numbers refer to the silver tag attached to the rear of the mower housing Eastman Industries 83A Bell Street Portland Maine 04103 USA Tel 207 878 5353 Fax 207 878 9109 www eastmanmowers com Write the p...

Page 9: ...le 3 Handle adjustment holes 2 Attach the upper handle to the lower handle with four 4 5 16 18 x 1 shoulder bolts and wing nuts Fig 2 Figure 2 3 Adjust the handle height for comfortable operation by inserting the bolts into appropriate handle adjustment holes in the handle brackets 4 Tighten all the Handle Bracket bolts 5 Attach the Grass Chute to the mower deck using two 2 20 x bolts and nuts ...

Page 10: ... quality SAE 10W30 weight detergent oil that has the American Petroleum Institute API service classification SF SG or equivalent SAE 30W oil is recommended for ambient temperatures exceeding 80 F Before each use ensure that the oil level is between the Lower and Upper limit marks on the dipstick Fig 3 Oil Filler Cap Dipstick Figure 3 To add oil 1 Move the lawn mower to a level surface 2 Stop the e...

Page 11: ...lling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline Use clean fresh lead free gasoline with an octane rating of 86 or higher Using unleaded gasoline results in fewer combustion deposits and longer engine life Do not use gasoline containing more than 5 methanol 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE Using fuels containing a higher percentage of these additives will damage the engine and void manufacturer s warranty Do not use gasoli...

Page 12: ...aler Do not attempt to repair the safety control device yourself Safety Bail Throttle Control The safety bail control and the throttle control are on the upper handle Fig 5 Figure 5 1 Safety Bail 2 Throttle Control Starting the Engine 1 Connect the wire to the spark plug 2 Open the fuel valve Fig 6 Fuel Valve Lever Figure 6 3 Move the throttle control to the Choke position Fig 7 Throttle Control i...

Page 13: ...ontrol to shut off the engine 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug if you do not use the lawn mower or if you leave it unattended 3 Shut the fuel valve Adjusting the Cutting Height Each wheel is adjusted individually with a wheel height adjustment lever Cutting heights are adjusted from approximately to 3 1 2 1 9 cm 8 9 cm 1 Stop the engine and wait for the blade to stop before adjusting the ...

Page 14: ...e lawn mower for damage Maintain a sharp blade throughout the cutting season Periodically file down nicks and burrs on the blade Replace the blade when necessary with an original Eastman replacement blade Mow only dry grass or leaves Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause the lawn mower to plug or the engine to stall Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip an...

Page 15: ...arpen or replace the blade maintain it more frequently if the edge dulls quickly in rough or in sandy conditons Clean the fuel filter Check for leaks in the fuel system and or a deteriorating fuel hose Replace parts if necessary Inspect the spark plug and replace it if necessary Clean replace the air cleaner 2 100 Hours Clean the cooling system remove grass clippings debris or dirt from the engine...

Page 16: ...the grass thoroughly and return the mower to up right position Servicing the Air Filter Clean the air filter every 25 operating hours Replace the air filter every season or every 150 operating hours replace it more frequently in dusty conditions 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 3 Press the latch tabs on the top of the air filter cove...

Page 17: ...ours and then after every 6 months or every 50 operating hours more frequently in dusty or dirty conditions 1 Run the engine to warm the engine oil 2 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 3 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 4 Turn the fuel valve to off position 5 Place a suitable drain pan under the oil filler neck 6 Remove the dipstick and drain the oil by tipping the engine...

Page 18: ...brasive material can wear away the metal that connects the flat and curved parts of the blade check the blade before using the lawn mower Replace a worn or damaged blade with a genuine Eastman part Inspect the blade periodically for wear and damage A worn or damaged blade can break and be thrown into operator s area causing serious injury or death Removing the Blade Grasp the end of the blade usin...

Page 19: ... fuel filter element every 50 operating hours 1 Stop the engine and wait for it to cool down 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 3 Remove the carburetor bowl drain bolt and gasket with a 10mm wrench and drain the fuel into an approved fuel container Fig 13 4 Do not force the carburetor bowl off the carburetor body Figure 12 5 Open the fuel valve by turning the lever to the open position 6 Dr...

Page 20: ...r in a dry place To avoid gum deposits run mower until it is out of fuel or empty fuel completely from the mower into an approved fuel container 1 Remove the spark plug cap from spark plug 2 Empty the fuel from the fuel tank with a pump or siphon 3 Fit the plug cap on the spark plug securely 4 Start and run the engine at idle speed to use up the any remaining fuel Preparing the Engine 1 While the ...

Page 21: ...eck and tighten all fasteners 2 Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow excess oil from the cylinder 3 Clean the spark plug or replace it if it is cracked broken or if the electrodes are worn 4 Install the spark plug and torque it to 17 ft lb 23 N m 5 Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline 6 Check the engine oil level 7 Connect the wire to the spark plug ...

Page 22: ... The air filter element is 3 Clean the air filter pre cleaner and or dirty and is restricting the replace the air filter air flow 4 The underside of the lawn 4 Clean the underside of the lawn mower mower deck contains clip deck pings and debris 5 The spark plug is pitted 5 Check the spark plug and adjust the gap fouled or the gap is if necessary Replace the spark plug if incorrect it is pitted fou...

Page 23: ...ce all four wheels at the same pattern at the same height height 2 The blade is dull 2 Sharpen and balance the blade 3 You are mowing in the 3 Change the mowing pattern same pattern repeatedly 4 The underside of the lawn 4 Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck contains mower deck clippings and debris Discharge chute plugs 1 The throttle lever is not in 1 Move the throttle lever to the Fast th...

Page 24: ...nits will be covered against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase RENTAL USE 60 DAYS Complete unit will be covered against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 60 days from the date of purchase DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES This limited warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties including any warranty of FITNES...

Page 25: ...ribed in the owner s manual Should a product difficulty occur you must at your expense arrange to deliver or ship your Eastman Industries unit for warranty repairs and arrange for pick up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made If you do not know the location of your nearest authorized Eastman Industries Servicing Dealer call Eastman Industries at 1 800 760 1680 during normal worki...

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