Stanley FATMAX SFMCMWS251, Original Instructions Manual

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ENGLISH (Original instructions)
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Set mower at highest cutting height when mowing in rough
ground or in tall weeds. Removing too much grass at one
time can cause the motor to be overloaded and to stop.
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If a grass collection bag (12) is used during the fast
growing season, the grass may tend to clog up at the
discharge opening. Release bail handle to turn mower off,
remove the safety key (3) and battery packs (19) .
Remove the catcher and shake the grass down to the
back end of the bag. Also clean out any grass or debris
which may be packed around the discharge opening.
Replace the grass catcher.
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If mower should start to vibrate abnormally, release bail
handle to turn mower off, remove the safety key and
battery packs. Check immediately for cause. Vibration is a
warning of trouble. Do not operate mower until a service
check has been made.
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For best cutting results, keep blade sharpened and
balanced.
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Inspect and thoroughly clean mower after each use as a
deck with caked grass will degrade performance.
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Always release bail handle to turn mower off, remove
safety key and battery packs when leaving it unattended
even for a short period of time.
The following suggestions will help you to obtain
optimum runtime from your cordless mower:
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Slow down in areas where the grass is especially long or
thick.
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Avoid mowing when the grass is wet from rain or
dew-soaked.
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Cut your lawn frequently, especially during high growth
periods.
Note: It is recommended that your battery packs be recharged
after use to prolong the battery pack life. Frequent charging
will not harm your battery pack, and will ensure that the
battery pack is fully charged and ready for its next use. Storing
battery pack not fully charged will shorten its life.
Storage (Fig. A)
Warning! Rotating blade can cause serious injury. Release
bail handle to turn mower off, remove safety key, and remove
battery packs before lifting, transporting, or storing the mower.
Store in a dry place.
Warning! Pinch point. To avoid being pinched, keep fingers
away from area around handle brackets when folding down
handles.
The handle of the mower can be easily folded down for quick
and convenient storage.
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Twist the handle lock knobs (6) a quarter turn.
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Rotate the handle towards the front of the mower. Take
care to not pinch or stress the cord.
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Twist the handle lock knobs (6) a quarter turn to lock the
handle into storage position.
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The mower can be stored standing up, with the collection
bag removed, or flat on its wheels.
Removing and Installing blade (Fig. H - J)
Warning! Risk of injury. When reassembling the blade
system, ensure each part is reinstalled correctly, as described
below. Improper assembly of the blade or other parts of the
blade system may cause serious injury.
Warning! To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn
unit off, remove safety key and battery packs before making
any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or
accessories. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
Replacement blades are available from your nearest
authorized service center. This mower requires
replacement blade STZMW351.
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Cut a piece of 2" x 4" wood (22) (about 610 mm) to keep
blade from turning when removing the blade bolt (24).
Warning! Use gloves and proper eye protection. Turn the
mower on its side. Be careful of sharp edges of blade.
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Position wood and unscrew the blade bolt
counterclockwise with a 5/8" wrench (23) (not included) as
shown in Fig. H.
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Remove blade bolt spring plate (25) and blade (26) as
shown in Fig. I. Examine all pieces for damage and
replace if necessary.
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Install sharpened or new blade on shoulder of the blade
adapter (27) as shown in Fig. I. Blade has a winged cut
out which must match and engage the same shaped
projection on the blade adapter.
Note: When replacing sharpened or new blade on shoulder of
blade adapter make sure the bottom of the blade as marked
BOTTOM will be facing the ground when the mower is
returned to its normal upright position.
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Install the spring plate on the blade. Be sure to align the
bosses on the spring plate with the detents in the blade,
rotating the blade and spring plate together as necessary.
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Position piece of wood to keep blade from turning as
shown in Fig. J. Install blade bolt and securely tighten the
blade with a 5/8" wrench.
Blade Sharpening
Keep blade sharp for best mower performance.
A dull blade does not cut grass cleanly.
Warning! Use gloves and proper eye protection while
removing, sharpening, and installing blade. Ensure that safety
key and battery pack are removed.
Sharpening the blade twice during a mowing season is usually
sufficient under normal circumstances. Sand causes the blade
to dull quickly. If your lawn has sandy soil, more frequent
sharpening may be required. Replace bent or damaged blade
immediately.
When sharpening the blade:
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Make sure blade remains balanced.