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following information: 

 

Date of Purchase: 

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Serial #  - Mower: 

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Serial # - Engine: 

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Mower and engine life are 

extended greatly by performing 

frequent lubrications, oil changes 

and regular maintenance. To 

protect your investment perform 

routine maintenance. 

Need Help? 

Parts, Service 

and Technical Assistance call: 

1-919-550-3259 

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 Owner’s Manual 

This manual contains important safety instructions for the gasoline engine powered  

tow behind mower model: 100TS 

 

READ SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.  

SAVE THIS MANUAL. 

Summary of Contents for 100TS

Page 1: ...e are extended greatly by performing frequent lubrications oil changes and regular maintenance To protect your investment perform routine maintenance Need Help Parts Service and Technical Assistance call 1 919 550 3259 www mower911 com 100 TOW BEHIND MOWER Owner s Manual This manual contains important safety instructions for the gasoline engine powered tow behind mower model 100TS READ SAFETY WARN...

Page 2: ... of approval for printing About this Manual Congratulations on the purchase of your new STANLEY commercial mower We at GXi Outdoor Power are confident that this mower will provide excellent performance outstanding quality and great durability when operated and maintained as directed in this manual 1 This manual contains assembly operating safety adjustment maintenance and troubleshooting instructi...

Page 3: ... Down Switch 9 Operating Instructions Starting the Engine 10 Stopping the Mower 10 Mowing in Reverse 10 Executing Turns with the Tow Behind Mower 10 Connecting the Tow Behind Mower to a Vehicle 11 Towing the Tow Behind Mower Offset to One Side 11 Wing Mower Storage and Operational Modes 12 Mowing with the Tow Behind Mower 13 Removing the Blades 14 Changing the Height of the Cut 14 Spindle Brake In...

Page 4: ...VE Do not add fuel while the engine is running or is hot Keep open flames sparks and heat away from the fuel and store fuel in containers specifically designed for that purpose ADD FUEL OUTDOORS ONLY AND IF THE FUEL IS SPILLED DO NOT START THE ENGINE Manually push the mower away from the spill and wipe up immediately WARNING WARNING Do not use your STANLEY mower to carry passengers Keep bystanders...

Page 5: ...l 13 Beware of cutting edges Always wear gloves for safety when performing blade maintenance activities Beware of multiple blade units since the rotation of one blade may cause the rotation of the other blade s 14 Do not operate without blade baffles or guards in place GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE FUEL LEAKS A LOOSE FUEL TANK OR A LOOSE FUEL VALVE CAN LEAD TO SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH D...

Page 6: ... labels shown below are located on your mower to warn you of potential hazards and provide you with important safety information If these decals become difficult to read or are missing from the mower please contact GXi Parts Service LLC at 1 919 550 3259 or www mower911 com for a replacement ...

Page 7: ...k Type Floating quick change Cutting Height 1 5 4 5 inches inch increments Blade Engagement Manual clutch Blade Tip Speed 18 750 ft min Anti Scalping Rollers 10 No Blades Length 4 26 inch blades Fuel Capacity Gasoline 4 5 gals Rear Drive Tires 13 inch x 6 5 inch turf tread Front Caster Tires 9 inch x 3 5 inch smooth tread Weight Approx 450 lbs Height Length 48 inches x 78 inches Product specificat...

Page 8: ... Height Adjustment Handle Note All items indicated on the wing mowers are present on both wing mowers Throughout this manual instructions are given on the operation of your STANLEY mower We recommend that while going through this manual you have your mower available for quick and easy access in order to orient yourself with the controls maintenance and orientation of different parts Please read th...

Page 9: ...lift the front of the mower and support it on jack stands D Slide the front wheel pivot shaft through the sleeve If the fit is tight apply some grease to the pivot shaft E Secure the shaft in place with the bolt and hardware that were provided with the wheel F Apply grease to the front wheel sleeve grease fittings when complete Assembly Instructions G Repeat steps A through F for the second front ...

Page 10: ...e pulley guard Assembly Instructions G Using the handle hold the wing steady remove the wing locating pin and insert the pin into the operating position hole Slowly lower the wing until it rests on the locating pin at approximately a 35o angle H Wrap the supplied belt around the wing mower blade pulley and the wing tension pulley Insert the belt under the loose flexible guarding and wrap the belt ...

Page 11: ... clip and pin in the height adjust bracket Release pressure on the handle D Repeat he same adjustment process on the opposite end of the mower Note For a level cut adjust the cut height on the wings to match the mower for level cut height Front Socket Rear Socket Hitch Assembly DANGER DO NOT OPERATE THIS LAWN MOWER IF ANY COMPONENT OF THE FUEL SYSTEM IS LOOSE OR LEAKS GASOLINE Step 3 Tool Box and ...

Page 12: ...r the control panel Use the provided wire ties to secure the switch within easy reach of the towing vehicle operator during mower operation The operator is responsible to be aware of the surroundings focus on safe operation of the mower and be prepared to shut the engine down immediately if necessary Use the remote shut down switch to stop the blades if any emergency situation or serious operating...

Page 13: ... lead to death Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect NOTE Be sure to add fresh unleaded gasoline and fill the engine with manufacturers recommended motor oil before starting your mower 1 Make sure the shut off valve located at the bottom of the tank is in the ON position 2 Make sure the blade control lever is in the OFF position NOTE The sa...

Page 14: ...itions the mower offset can be increased using the offset hitch If the towing vehicle is a lawn mower the offset allows the lawn mower and your STANLEY tow behind mower to engage uncut grass greatly increasing the total cutting width Offset your STANLEY tow behind mower to the side opposite the discharge chute of the lawn mower so the discharged grass from the lawn mower does not overload the mowe...

Page 15: ...er and set the wing cut heights to match the main deck cut height Operating Instructions WARNING Operational to Storage Mode 1 Be sure the STANLEY tow behind mower is parked on a level surface the engine is off and no blades are turning Remove spark plug wires from spark plugs 2 Remove the retaining spring pin and the wing mower locating pin 3 Lift the wing mower to the stored position using the s...

Page 16: ...AL INDICATION THAT THE BLADES ARE TURNING IS PROVIDED ON BOTH WING MOWERS Do not approach the mower or attempt any service until the after the visual warning disks have completely stopped turning Slow moving blades can cause serious injury or death WARNING 3 Walk back to the towing vehicle keeping clear of the mower decks by at least three feet 4 Slowly begin pulling the tow behind mower with the ...

Page 17: ...the height adjustment handle until the hole in the height adjust bar aligns with the desired cut height hole on the height adjust bracket 3 Replace the retaining clip and pin in the height adjust bracket All four 4 height adjust pins must be set to the same cut height position Release pressure on the handle 4 Repeat the same adjustment process on the opposite end of the mower Note If your mower is...

Page 18: ...placement of one brake is required 5 To replace the brake use a pair of pliers to remove the springs 6 Remove the two mounting bolts and disconnect the spring from the cable IMPORTANT The mower belts are adjusted to ensure the blades stop turning within seven 7 seconds of releasing the blade control lever If you are making any belt adjustments whatsoever for your safety and the safety of others ar...

Page 19: ...ION SHOULD ONLY BE OPERATED IN THE 4 INCH OR 4 5 INCH CUT HEIGHT SETTINGS A LOWER HEIGHT SETTING COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE BELTS OR OTHER PARTS OF THE MOWER INCLUDING THE ENGINE Before beginning service park your STANLEY tow behind mower on a level surface turn the blades off turn the engine off take the key out of the switch wait an adequate time to make certain no blades are turning and remo...

Page 20: ...se severe burns Tire Pressure Incorrect tire pressure may cause the mower to pull to one side and or result in uneven cut Always use caution when filling the tires NEVER exceed the recommended tire pressure Air Filter Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for the recommended maintenance Fuel DANGER Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive Do not add fuel while the engine is running or is hot Keep o...

Page 21: ...X X Engine Oil Filter Change see Engine Owner s Manual X X Engine Spark Plug Inspect see Engine Owner s Manual X Fuel Filter Replace X Fuel Line Check X Grease Fittings Refer to page 20 Hardware Check for proper tightness X X Mower Main Frame Remove debris from under belt cover X Safety Interlock System Check Remote Safety Switch X Tires Check Air Pressure X Spindle Blade Brakes X Cleaning the Mow...

Page 22: ...sign specification When wing mowers are in use the blades may not stop in seven 7 seconds Visual warning disks on both of the wing mowers indicate whether the blades are turning Do not approach the mower or attempt any service until after the visual warning disks have completely stopped turning Safety System The most important safety system on a tow behind mower is the operator Your STANLEY tow be...

Page 23: ...nd mower had fourteen 14 lubrication points Lubricate after every 50 hours of usage 1 Front wheels 4 locations 1 on each wheel shaft and 1 on each wheel axle 2 Rear wheels 2 locations 1 each wheel axle 3 Spindles 4 locations Note The lower spindle bearing is sealed on the bottom and open on the top The upper spindle bearing is sealed on both sides Failure to frequently replenish grease will cause ...

Page 24: ...hes are a contributing factor to the engine not starting depress the Operator Presence Switch on the handle bars while trying to start the engine If engine starts a safety switch adjustment is required Engine will not keep running quits 1 Water in the fuel 2 Loose safety switch 3 Fuel valve is OFF 4 Dirty fuel filter 5 Dirty air filter 6 Low engine oil 1 Drain and replace fuel 2 Adjust switch p 17...

Page 25: ...lush tank 2 Clean or replace the air filter 3 Add engine oil 4 Replace spark plug 5 Mow slower wait for grass to dry out 6 Sharpen cutting blades 7 Take in for service Grass not cut smoothly or cleanly 1 Dull blades 2 Mowing too fast for conditions 3 Grass is wet or bent over 4 Blade is bent 5 Tire pressure not equal 6 Deck is set at uneven heights 7 Blades are set upside down 8 Excessive grass an...

Page 26: ...nty To Obtain Warranty Service You must take the STANLEY product accessory replacement part apparel or the power equipment on which the accessory or replacement part is installed and proof of purchase at your expense to any STANLEY service location in the United States who is authorized to service that product during the service location s normal business hours If you are unable to obtain warranty...

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