4.5
OPERATION TIPS
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Do not try to override the operation of the start button or
switch box handle.
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Do not tilt the machine when you start it.
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Do not put hands or feet near or below the turning parts.
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Keep the discharge chute clean.
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Do not cut wet grass.
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Higher blade height is necessary for new or thick grass.
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Clean the bottom of the mower deck after each use.
Remove grass clippings, leaves, dirt, and other debris.
5
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Remove the safety key and battery pack from the machine
before maintenance.
WARNING
Keep the engine and battery pack free from grass, leaves or
too much grease.
CAUTION
Use only approved replacement parts.
CAUTION
Do not let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based materials
touch the plastic parts. Chemicals can cause damage to the
plastic, and make the plastic unserviceable.
CAUTION
Do not use strong solvents or detergents on the plastic
housing or components.
5.1
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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Before each use, examine the machine for damaged,
missing, or loose parts such as screws, nuts, bolts and
caps.
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Tighten correctly all the fasteners and caps.
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Clean the machine with a dry cloth. Do not use water.
5.2
LUBRICATION
Apply sufficient quantity of high grade lubricant to all
bearings. No more bearing lubrication is necessary in usual
operation conditions.
WARNING
Do not lubricate the wheel components. Lubrication can
cause damage to the wheel components during operation.
5.3
REPLACE THE BLADE
Figure 9.
WARNING
Use only approved replacement blades.
WARNING
Wear heavy gloves or wind cloth around the blade when
you touch the blade.
1. Stop the machine.
2. Make sure that the blade fully stops.
3. Remove the safety key and battery pack.
4. Turn the machine to its side.
5. Use a piece of wood to prevent the movement of the
blade.
6. Remove the mounting nut and spacer with a wrench or
socket.
7. Remove the blade.
8. Install the new blade. Make sure that the raised points
engage the hole(s) in the blade.
9. Put in the mounting nut and spacer and tighten them.
5.4
STORE THE MACHINE
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Clean the machine before storage.
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Make sure the engine is not hot when you put the
machine into storage.
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Make sure that the machine does not have loose or
damaged parts. If it is necessary, do these steps/
instructions:
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Replace the damaged parts.
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Tighten the bolts.
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Speak to a person of an approved service center.
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Store the machine in a dry area.
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Make sure that children cannot come near the machine.
You must lower the handle before you put the machine into
the storage.
1. Fully loosen the handle knobs on the sides of the handle.
2. Put the upper handle down.
3. Push on each side of the lower handle.
4. Lift the sides of the lower handle around the edges of the
handle mounting brackets. Do not pinch or trap the
cables.
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