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Problem: The mower is making a scraping noise
Are the cutting reel or blades clogged with grass, dirt, or debris?
• Check to see if anything is causing a jam for the cutting reel, in particular
look on the cutting blades and on the sides of the cutting reel. If something is
found, clean with a brush. Do not stick your hand inside the cutting blades!
Are the cutting blades making slight contact with the stationary blade?
If so, this could be caused by two reasons:
• The stationary blade has shifted during shipping, handling, or operation. If
the cutting gap has become too small or non-existent, the blades may just
touch in some areas, but they should not. To check if the cutting gap is
properly set, see Adjusting the Blades on page 13.
• The blades could be making contact is due to a dent or other damage to the
blades. See page 16 for inspecting and repairing a dent in the blades.
Troubl
eshooting
Do not use mower if you are in poor health.
Use the mower only for its intended purpose.
Do not use mower in areas other than grass.
Check mower before each use. Do not operate with missing, worn, or
damaged parts.
Inspect your lawn for any debris or foreign objects (such as stones, twigs,
pieces of wood, and wires) and remove them before mowing. Solid objects
that contact the cutting blades could be thrown out uncontrollably.
Always wear safety glasses, gloves, and closed-toe shoes when operating
and maintaining your mower.
Do not operate the mower while barefoot or wearing sandals or flip flops.
Never place hands, fingers, or feet in the rotating blades. When the blades
are spinning, they will cut.
Never mow when the grass is wet enough to be slippery and unsafe.
Use safe lifting practices when moving your mower.
Do not allow children under 12 years to use mower.
Do not operate around children, other people, or pets.
Walk slowly, never run while using your mower. Always be sure of your
footing when using the reel mower, especially on damp grass or on uneven
surfaces.
Keep packaging material such as plastic bags out of the reach of children!
Protect the mower against weather conditions (humidity, frost).
Make sure your mower is in safe operating condition by following the tips
outlined in this user guide. Do not use this mower if it becomes damaged.
Have it repaired first.
Call 1-800-918-8290 or visit
www.ellison-tools.com
for troubleshooting,
frequently asked questions, and for finding a qualified repair service.
WARNING Safety Information
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