KOBALT KLMS 1024B-03 24-volt Brushless 20-in Self-propelled Cordless Electric Lawn Mower User Manual

KLMS 1024B-03 24-volt Brushless 20-in
Self-propelled Cordless Electric Lawn Mower User Manual
ITEM #1774923/1930593
MODEL #KLMS 1024B-03 & KLMS 2524A-03

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Serial Number…………………………………….
Purchase Date…………………………………….

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

2-3/16″ (55mm); 2-3/4″ (70mm);
3-5/16″ (85mm); 4″ (100mm)
Deck size| 20 in.
Grass bag volume| 60 L
Operating and storage temperature| -4°F (-20°C) – 113°F (45°C)
Charging temperature| 41°F (5°C) – 104°F (40°C)

Recommended replacement blade for this lawn mower:

PACKAGE CONTENTS

WARNING

• Remove the tool from the package and examine it carefully. Do not discard the carton or any packaging material until all parts have been examined.
• If any part of the tool is missing or damaged, do not attach the battery to use the tool until the part has been repaired or replaced. Failure to heed this warning could  result in serious injury.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble or operate this product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer  service at 1-888-3KOBALT, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., EST, Monday – Sunday.

WARNING

• The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power-tool operation,  always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full-face shield, when needed. We recommend using a wide vision safety mask over  eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with shields. Always use eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

• Some dust created by power cutting, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other  reproductive harm.
  Some examples of these chemicals are:
  – Lead from lead-based paints
  – Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry products
  – Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber

• Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this type of work.
  To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
  – Work in a well-ventilated area.
  – Work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
  – Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas  with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes or to lie on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.

Know the Tool
To operate this tool, carefully read this manual and all labels affixed to the tool before using it.
Keep this manual available for future reference.
Important
This tool should be serviced only by a qualified service technician.

Read All Instructions Thoroughly
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.

V

| Volts|

n o

| No-load Speed
****| Direct Current|

/min

| Revolutions or Strokes per Minute
****| A danger, warning or caution. It means `Attention! Your safety is involved.’| | To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual.
| Wear eye protection.| | Maintain Safety Devices – Do not open or remove safety shields while the tool is running.
| Wear protective gloves.| | Look Behind While Backing
| DANGER  Steep Slope Hazard| | DANGER Keep Hands Feet Away
| Remove objects that can be thrown by the blade in any direction.| | DANGER Keep Bystanders Away

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

**DANGER**
• This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation included in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the  part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe all safety instructions could  result in serious injury or death.

**WARNING:**
• When using electric lawn mowers, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. These basic precautions  include the following:

CHILDREN

• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and mowing activity. They do not understand the dangers.
  Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn the mower off if a child enters the area.

• Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child who may run into the mower.

• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power mower. Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety  rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent. Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use this machine.

OPERATION

GENERAL OPERATION:

• Read this operator’s manual carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the  manuals before operation. Be completely familiar with the controls and proper use of this machine before operating it. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and  regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

• Use the right appliance – Do not use the lawn mower for any job except that for which it is intended. Your lawn mower has been designed to perform only one job: to  mow grass.

• Don’t overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can cause severe injuries to persons. The lawn should always be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to each  mowing.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets.

• Before and while moving backwards with the mower, look behind and down for small children and other people.

• Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

• This machine is a precise piece of power equipment, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times. Your unit has been designed to perform one job: to  mow grass.
  Do not use it for any other purpose.

• Don’t force the lawn mower – it will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was designed.

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, toys and other foreign objects that could be tripped over or picked up and  thrown by the blade. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury.

• Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against walls or obstructions,  which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.

• To help avoid blade contact or an injury from thrown objects, stay in the operator zone behind the handles and keep children, bystanders, helpers and pets at least 100  feet (30m) from the mower while it is in operation. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.

• Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects that ricochet can cause  serious injury to the eyes. Always use a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.

• Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and footwear is recommended when working  outdoors. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are recommended.  Never operate this machine in bare feet, sandals, slippery or lightweight (e.g., canvas) shoes.

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade can amputate hands and feet.

• A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or injuries from thrown objects.

• Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping. Do not hold onto the mower if you are falling;  immediately release the handle.

• Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking. If you must back the mower away from a wall or obstruction, first look down and behind you to avoid  tripping, and then follow these steps:
  – Step back from mower to fully extend your arms.
  – Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing.
  – Pull the mower back slowly, no more than halfway toward you.
  – Repeat these steps as needed.

• Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Stay alert – watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the lawn mower when you are tired.

• The motor/blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation.
  Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade. The motor/blade control handle must operate  easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released.

• Avoid dangerous environments – Don’t use lawn mowers in damp or wet locations so as to avoid slipping and falling during operation.

• Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing your footing, release the motor/blade control handle  immediately and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Walk, never run while operating.

• Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.

• If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, immediately stop the motor, remove the battery and check for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

• Before cleaning the machine, unclogging the chute or removing or replacing the grass bag, mulching insert, or side-discharge chute, turn the motor off and wait until the  blade comes to a complete stop, then remove the battery pack. The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the motor is shut off.

• Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating.

• Never operate the mower without the proper trailing shield, discharge cover, grass bag, mulching insert, side-discharge chute, motor/blade control handle or other safety  protective devices in place and working. Never operate the mower with damaged safety devices.
  Failure to do so can result in personal injury.

• If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact customer service.

• Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:

KB 124-03; KB 224-03; KB 424-03;
KB 524-03; KB 624-03; KXB 424-03| KRC 2445-03; KRC 2490-03;
KRC 2404-03; KDPC 124-03

OPERATION ON A SLOPE:
Slopes are a major factor related to slip-and-fall accidents, which can result in severe injury.
Operation on slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. For your safety, use the slope gauge on page 22 to measure slopes before operating  this unit on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees, do not mow it.

Do:

• Mow across the face of slopes; never mow up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
• Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps which can cause you to slip or trip.
  Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Do not:

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments; you could lose your footing or balance.
• Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees, as shown on the slope gauge.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could cause slipping.

SERVICE

WARNING

• Grass bag components, the discharge cover, side-discharge chute, mulching insert and trailing shield are subject to wear and damage, which could expose moving parts or  allow objects to be thrown and could increase the risk of injury. For safety protection, frequently check all components and replace damaged components  immediately with identical replacement parts, listed in this manual.

• Do not wash the mower with a hose; avoid getting water in the motor and electrical connections.

• Remove the battery and store the idle lawn mower in a covered area when not in use. Allow the motor to cool before storing it in any enclosure. The lawn mower should  be stored in a dry, high, or locked-up enclosure, out of reach of children.

• When servicing, use only identical replacement parts listed in this manual. Use of parts that do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper  performance and compromised safety.

• Remove or disconnect the battery pack before servicing, cleaning, or removing material from the lawn mower.

• Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

• Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

• To reduce a fire hazard, keep the motor cover free of grass, leaves and debris build-up.

• Check the blade and motor mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect the blade for damage (e.g., bending, cracking and wear.).  Replace the blade only with the identical replacement blade, as listed in this manual.

• Maintain your mower with care – keep the mower blade sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or  wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing it.

• Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

• Never remove or tamper with safety devices. Regularly check their proper operation.
  Never do anything to interfere with the intended function of a safety device or to reduce the protection provided by a safety device.

• Always stop the motor before making adjustments to a wheel or a cutting-height adjustment.

• After striking a foreign object, stop the motor, remove the battery pack, allow the blade to stop rotating, and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the  damage before operating the mower.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.

• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 212 °F (100°C) may cause explosion.

• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you lend this tool to someone else, also lend these  instructions to them to prevent mzisuse of the product and possibly injury.

PREPARATION

Know Your Mower
This mower can only be used for grass mowing. Before attempting to use the mower, familiarize yourself with all of its operating features and safety requirements.

WARNING

• Do not allow familiarity with the mower to cause carelessness. Remember that one careless moment is enough to cause severe injury. Before attempting to use any tool,  be sure to become familiar with all of the operating features and safety instructions.
• Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a  hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING

• To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.
• Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

1. Assembling the Grass Bag
a. Check the grass bag before assembling to make sure that there is no damage.
b. Slide the grass bag onto the frame, as shown in Fig. 1a.
c. Assemble the top clips to the frame, then assemble the two side clips. Assemble the bottom clip last.
d. The completely assembled grass bag is shown in Fig. 1b.

2. Adjusting the Foldable Handle
**WARNING**

• Do not attempt to start the mower until the handle has been locked at one of the three preset operating positions.

Locked Storage Position
Your mower is shipped with the handle in the compact, locked position (Fig. 2a).

Operating Position
The mower is equipped with three operating positions: UPPER / MIDDLE / LOWER OPERATING POSITION (Fig. 2b)

• Hold the quick-adjust handle (M) with your right hand to release the handle from the storage position. Lift the handle with your left hand.
  Gently pivot the handle backward until you hear and feel the lock pin engage in the Upper Operating Position.

• Hold the quick-adjust handle with your left hand to release the handle from the upper operating position. Begin to lower the handle with your right hand, and then  release the lever. Gently pivot the handle downward until you hear and feel the lock pin engage in the Middle Operating Position.

• Hold the quick-adjust handle with your left hand to release the handle from the middle operating position. Begin to lower the handle with your right hand, and then  release the lever. Gently pivot the handle downward until you hear and feel the lock pin engage in the Lower Operating Position.

• Fully extend the side rails (N) and securely close the two handle-locking clamps (E) after achieving the position you choose. (Fig. 2c).
  NOTICE: The motor cannot be started unless:

• The side rails are fully extended.

• Both green handle-locking clamps are securely closed.

• The handle is locked into one of the three operating positions.

3. Attaching/Removing the Mulching Insert
WARNING

• Do not at any time make any adjustment to the lawn mower without first stopping the motor, removing the battery pack, and waiting for the blade to stop rotating.
  a. Remove the battery.
  b. Lift the rear-discharge door (P).
  c. Grasp the handle of the mulching insert (U) and fully insert it into the mower so that it is securely seated.
  d. Push the top of the mulching insert and insert it into the mower. Check to see that it is securely seated in the deck.
  e. Release the rear-discharge door and make sure that it rests firmly against the mulching insert.
  f. To remove the mulching insert, lift the rear-discharge door, grasp the handle of the mulching insert, and pull the mulching insert out

4. Attaching/Removing the Grass Bag
WARNING

• Do not at any time make any adjustment to the lawn mower without first stopping the motor, removing the battery pack, and waiting for the blade to stop rotating.

NOTICE: Remove the mulching insert or side-discharge chute before attaching the grass bag on the mower.
a. Remove the battery.
b. Adjust the handle to the Locked Storage Position (please see Adjusting the Foldable Handle).
c. Lift the rear-discharge door (P).
d. Remove the mulching insert (U).
e. Hook the grass bag assembly on the pivot rod. Release the discharge door so that it rests on the grass bag.

To Remove the Grass Bag
a. Lift the rear-discharge door on the mower. Lift the grass bag up and off the pivot rod.
b. Release the discharge door.

**WARNING**

• When using the grass bag, never operate the mower unless the hooks on the grass bag are firmly seated on the pivot rod and the rear-discharge door rests firmly against  the top of the grass bag.
• Under normal usage, bag material is subject to wear. To reduce the risk of injury, frequently inspect the bag assembly and replace if there are any signs of wear or  deterioration. Use only grass bags manufactured for this mower.

5. Attaching/Removing the Side-Discharge Chute
WARNING

• Do not at any time make any adjustment to the lawn mower without first stopping the motor, removing the battery pack, and waiting for the blade to stop rotating.
  a. Remove the battery.
  b. Lift the side-discharge door (P).
  c. Align the holes of the side-discharge chute (T) with the protrusions of the doorsill. Release the side-discharge door and make sure that it locks firmly against the side-discharge chute.
  d. To remove the side-discharge chute, lift the side-discharge door, grasp the side-discharge chute and pull it out.

6. Cutting-Height Adjustment
WARNING

• Do not at any time make any adjustment to the lawn mower without first stopping the motor, removing the battery pack, and waiting for the blade to stop rotating.
•  Keep your feet away from the deck when adjusting its height.

The mower can be set to any of 6 cutting heights between 1-3/16″ (30mm) and 4″ (100mm). Choose the proper cutting height according to the type and condition of the grass.
a. Grasp the height-adjustment lever (R),and move it outwards.
b. Move the lever toward the back or the front of the mower and engage the lever in the desired cutting-height position on the mower deck.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

**WARNING**

• Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown  into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
• Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

7. To Attach Battery Pack
a. Open the battery-compartment cover (H).
b. Align the raised portion on the battery pack with the grooves on the bottom of the tool, then slide the battery pack onto the tool, as shown.
c. Make sure that the latches on the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured to the tool before beginning operation.
d. Batteries with a capacity of 4.0Ah or greater are recommended to achieve proper cutting performance and reasonable runtime.

NOTICE: When placing the battery pack on the tool, be sure that the raised rib on the battery pack aligns with the groove on the tool and the latches snap into place  properly. Improper assembly of the battery pack can cause damage to internal components.

To Detach Battery Pack
a. Press the battery-release buttons to release the battery pack.
b. Pull backward on the battery pack to remove it from the tool.

WARNING

• Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, always remove the battery pack when the tool is not in use or when carrying the saw at your side.

8. Power Indicator on the Mower
The mower is equipped with a power indicator (G) to indicate the charge level of the battery pack(s) and the working status of the mower. The power indicator will illuminate  when the blade is rotating.

• The green light indicates that the battery packis over 20% of its charge capacity.
• The red light indicates the battery pack’s charge is low.
• The blinking red light indicates that the battery pack is overheated and needs cool down.

Mower-Overload Protection
To prevent overload conditions, do not try to remove too much grass at one time. Slow your cutting pace or raise the cutting height.
Your mower has built-in overload circuit protection. When the mower is overloaded, the motor will stop and the power indicator on the mower will be off. Remove the  battery pack from the mower. Check to see if grass has collected beneath the deck and clear it, if necessary, then install the battery and restart the mower.

Battery High-Temperature Protection
The battery pack will generate heat during operation. The heat dissipates more slowly in hot weather. If the battery was overheated during operation, the protection circuit  will immediately turn off the mower to protect the battery pack from heat damage. The power indicator on the mower will show a red blinking light.
Release the bail handle, wait until the battery pack cools down, then restart the mower.

9. To Start/Stop the Mower
WARNING

• The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into your or others’eyes, which can damage eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while  operating the mower or while performing any adjustments or repairs on the mower.
• Ensure that other people and pets remain at least 100’ (30m) away from the mower when it is in use.
• The blade will continue to rotate for a few seconds after the mower is turned off. Allow the motor/blade to stop rotating before starting it again. Do not rapidly turn the mower off and on.

**CAUTION**

• Do not attempt to override the operation of the safety button and bail switch.

NOTICE: The motor cannot be started unless:

• The side rails (N) are fully extended.
• Both handle-locking clamps (E) are securely closed.
• The handle (B) is locked into one of the three operating positions.

To start the mower
a. Attach two KOBALT battery packs to the mower and close the battery- compartment cover (H).
b. Depress the safety button (D).
c. With the safety button depressed, pull the bail switch (A) upward to meet the handle and release the safety button.
d. The mower will start.

To stop the mower
a. Fully release the bail switch (A).
b. The electric brake will stop the blade rotation within 3 seconds of the bail switch release.

10 Variable-Speed Self-Propel System
The mower is equipped with variable-speed selfpropel capability.
This system is independent of the blade On-Off switch; it is not dependent on blade rotation. For example, when you have completed cutting your lawn, you can use the self- propel function to propel the mower back to your storage location with no blade rotation. Or you may choose to operate the mower as a non-self-propelled mower to maximize battery run time.
To operate the self-propel system without blade rotation, push the self-propel trigger (D) to the handle.
To turn the self-propel function off, release the self-propel trigger.

The system has variable speed. To increase the speed, move the self-propel- speed-control lever (O) forwards. To decrease the speed, move the self-propel speed-control lever  backwards.

To operate with the blade rotating for cutting:
a. Depress the safety button (D).
b. With the safety button depressed, pull the bail switch (A) upward to the handle and release the safety button.
c. Hold the bail switch against the handle with your left hand. Push the self- propel trigger (C) to the handle with your right hand.
d. With your right hand, hold both the bail switch and the self-propel trigger against the handle and use your left hand to adjust the self-propel speed- control lever (O) to  choose the desired speed.

When it is necessary to mow around an object, it may be easier to mow with the self-propel system turned off.
NOTICE: When you turn off the self-propel system, for example, at the end of a row, it may become temporarily locked if you pull backwards on the mower. Simply push  ahead slightly and then move the mower as required.

**WARNING**

• To reduce the risk of injury, never attempt to override the operation of the switch or selfpropel system. Use the self-propel system for its intended purpose only.

11. Mowing Tips
NOTICE: A sharp blade will greatly enhance the performance of the mower, especially when cutting tall grass. Make sure to check the sharpness of the blade before mowing.

• Verify that the lawn is free of stones, sticks, wires, and other objects which could damage the lawn mower or motor. Such objects could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and could cause serious personal injury to the operator and to others.

**WARNING**

• If you strike a foreign object, stop the motor and remove the battery. Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and  operating the mower.
  Excessive vibration of the mower during operation is an indication of damage. The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired.

• For best results, do not mow in circles. Travel back and forth across the lawn.

• When cutting thick grass, reduce your walking speed in order to allow for a more effective cut and a proper discharge of the clippings.

• To maintain a healthy lawn, cut off only one-third or less of the total length of the grass.
  The average lawn should be approximately 1-1/2 to 2 inches long during cool months, and between 2 to 3-1/4 inches long during hot months.

Slope
WARNING

• Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater than 15° (a rise of approximately 2 1/2’ (0.75 m) every 10’ (3 m)). Mow across the face of a slope and never up and down.

12. Mulching Tips
WARNING

• Inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wire and other debris that might be thrown by the rotating blade.
• Release the switch to turn off the mower blade rotation when crossing any graveled areas; stones can be thrown by a rotating blade.
• Set the mower to the highest cutting height when mowing on uneven ground or in tall growth.
• For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass; it tends to stick to the underside of the deck, preventing the proper mulching of grass clippings. The best time to mow grass is in the late afternoon, when the grass is dry and the newly cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• For the best mulching performance, set the cutting height to remove approximately one third of the grass-blade length, ideally no more than 1 1/2″ at one time. If the  grass is overgrown, it may be necessary to increase the cut height to make it easier to mow and to prevent overloading the motor. Slow your cutting pace in tall or thick  grass conditions. For mulching extremely thick or tall grass, it is advisable to first cut at a high cut-height setting, and then re-cut to the final cut height. Otherwise, make  narrower cuts and mow slowly. ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE BLADE IS SHARP.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING

• All maintenance should only be carried out by a qualified service technician.
• Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, remove the battery pack. For safe and proper operation, always keep the tool and its ventilation slots clean.
• When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If the operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
• Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken, or  destroy plastic, which may result in serious personal injury.

13. Cleaning
WARNING

• Always remove the battery pack when servicing or transporting the mower.
• When cleaning the mower, DO NOT immerse in water or other liquids.
  The underside of mower deck should be cleaned after each use, as grass clippings, leaves, dirt and other debris will accumulate. This accumulation is undesirable, as it will  promote rust and corrosion.
  Remove any build-up of grass and leaves on or around the drive shaft and motor fan (do not use water). Wipe the mower clean with a damp cloth.

14. Lubrication
Lubricate with light oil as directed below at least once each season.

• Periodically lubricate the spring and pivot pin in the quick-adjust handle, the torsion spring, and pivot of the rear-discharge door with light oil to prevent rust.
• Place the mower into the locked storage position, place the folded mower upright on the ground.
• Lubricate the deck-height adjustment joint.
• Lubricate the bearings on the drive shaft near the rear wheels and the bearings in the front wheels.

15. Removing the Blade

WARNING

• Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves or wrapping the cutting edges with rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the mower blade.  Always remove the battery pack when servicing or transporting the mower.
  NOTICE: The following tools are required for replacing the blade:

• 9/16″ (14mm) wrench

• Torque wrench

• Manual screwdriver or metal rod with a diameter of 5/16″ (8mm)

• Manual screwdriver or metal rod with a diameter 1/4″ (6.35mm) or less
  a. Stop the motor; remove the battery pack from the mower.
  b. Turn the mower on its side.
  c. While wearing protective gloves, place a metal rod (e.g., a 3.5″ length screw bit) with diameter less than 5/16″ (8mm) into the fixing hole to act as a stabilizer.
  d. Use a 9/16-inch (14mm) wrench to turn the blade bolt counterclockwise to loosen it.
  e. While wearing protective gloves, remove the bolt, outer flange, and the blade (Fig. 15b).

16. Installing the Blade
WARNING

• Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves or wrapping the cutting edges with rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the mower blade.
•  Always remove the battery pack when servicing or transporting the mower.
  NOTICE: To re-install or replace the blade, be sure to replace the parts in the exact order in which they were removed.
  a. Mount the inner flange to the fan.
  b. Mount the fan and the inner flange onto the motor shaft with the fan blade towards the deck.
  c. While wearing protective gloves, position the blade on the inner flange with the surface stating “THIS SIDE FACING GRASS” facing toward the outside.
  d. Align the outer flange with the shaft and assemble it in place.
  e. Mount the bolt into the shaft and turn it clockwise by hand to re-tighten it.
  f. While still wearing protective gloves, hold the blade with one hand and turn the fan with the other hand to align the holes in the blade with the through holes in the  inner flange.
  g. Place a metal rod (e.g., a 3.5″ length screw bit) with diameter less than 1/4 inch (6.35mm) into the aligned holes to act as a stabilizer. Place another metal rod (e.g., a  3.5″ length screw bit) with diameter less than 5/16″ (8mm) into the fixing hole to act as another stabilizer.
  h. Use a 9/16-inch (14mm) torque wrench (not included) to tighten the bolt clockwise. The recommended torque for the blade bolt is 3643 ft-lb (49-59Nm).

17. Sharpening the Blade
WARNING

• Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves or wrapping the cutting edges with rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the mower blade.  Always remove the battery pack when servicing or transporting the mower.
• Use proper eye protection while removing, sharpening, and installing the blade.
• A worn, cracked, or damaged blade can break, and pieces of the damaged blade can become dangerous projectiles. Thrown objects can cause serious injury. Inspect the  blade regularly and do not operate the mower with a worn or damaged blade.

NOTICE: Keep the blade sharp for best mower performance. A dull blade does not cut grass cleanly or mulch properly.
A dull blade can be sharpened, but a blade that is excessively worn, bent, cracked, or otherwise damaged must be replaced. A worn or damaged blade can break, causing blade pieces to be thrown from the mower.
If the blades are found to be bent, replace it.

Sharping Frequency
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.

When Sharpening the Blade:

• Make sure that the blade remains balanced.
• Sharpen the blade at the original cutting angle.
• Sharpen the cutting edges on both ends of the blade, removing an equal amount of material from each end.

To check the blade balance:
Clamp a nail or a screwdriver with a round shank in the horizontal position. Position the blade so that the nail or round shank of the screwdriver supports the blade through  its center hole.
Balance the blade horizontally. If either end of the blade rotates downward, remove some metal from the heavy or lower end until the blade is balanced. It is balanced when  neither end drop.

**WARNING**
• An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds. It may cause damage to the mower and could break, causing personal injury.

18. Replacing the Wheels
WARNING

• Always remove the battery pack when servicing or transporting the mower. We recommend having this carried out by an after-sales service provider.
  a. Turn the mower on its side with the upper surface against a wall.
  b. Use a flat blade screwdriver to pry the dust cover away from the wheel.
  c. Use an adjustable or ½-inch (13mm) wrench to turn the bolt counterclockwise to loosen it.
  d. For front wheel, remove the bolt, the worn wheel, the wave washer, and flat washer from the wheel axle.
  e. For rear wheel, separate the drive gear from the worn wheel by loosening and removing the screws. Save them for reassembling the new rear wheel.

NOTICE: During drive-gear mounting, the surface of the gear marked “out” should face toward outside (Fig. 18c).
f. Mount the wave washer and the new wheel on the wheel axle. Note that the round recess must face outward.
g. Lock the wheel with the bolt by tightening the bolt clockwise.
h. Mount the dust cover onto the wheel and press it into place.

19. Replacing the Trailing Shield
WARNING

• Always remove the battery pack when servicing or transporting the mower.
• Never operate the mower unless the trailing shield is in place and working. Never operate the mower with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so can result in personal  injury. The trailing shield is subject to wear and damage, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection, frequently check the  trailing shield and replace it immediately with only the identical replacement part, listed in this manual. We recommend having this carried out by an after-sales service provider.

a. Remove the battery.
b. Turn the mower on its side with the upper surface against a wall.
c. Remove the rear wheel on the top side, following the section “Replacing the Wheels” in this manual.
d. Loosen the wheel-cover locking screw, then remove the wheel cover from the wheel shaft (Fig. 19a).
e. Repeat steps a to d above the remove the other rear wheel and the wheel cover.
f. Loosen the locking screw for the trailing shield (Q) on both sides; remove the worn trailing shield (Fig. 19b).
g. Replace with a new trailing shield and attach it with the two locking screws and flat washers.
h. Re-install the rear wheel covers and rear wheels; be sure to replace the parts in the exact order in which they were removed (Fig. 19c).

20. Transporting and Storing the Mower

• Do not store or transport the mower when it is running. Always remove the battery pack before storing or transporting.
• Before storing, clean the mower thoroughly as directed. Lubricate the mower as directed.
• Inspect the blade and replace it or sharpen it, if required.
• Store the mower at room temperature in a dry, clean location that is locked and/or inaccessible to children.
• Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
• Do not cover the lawn mower with a solid, plastic sheet. Plastic coverings trap moisture around the mower, which causes rust and corrosion.

The handle can be folded away completely for storage:

a. Remove the grass bag.
b. Move the cutting-height-adjustment lever (R) toward the front and engage it in the lowest setting (setting 1).
c. Open the handle-locking clamps (E) and fully recess the side rails (N) to the compact position.
d. Pull and hold the quick-adjust handle with your right hand to release the handle. Gently pivot the handle toward the front of the mower; release the quick-adjust handle and continue to pivot the handle until you hear and feel the lock pin engage in the locked storage position.
e. Store the mower upright or flat.

WARNING
• If the mower to tips over from the upright position, mower damage or personal injury may result. Always keep the mower stable and out of the reach of children when it is  in the upright position. If possible, lay it flat for storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING

• Turn the switch to the “OFF” position and remove the battery before performing troubleshooting procedures.

2. The side rails are not extended to their maximum length and the clamps are not locked in position.| 2.Fully extend the handle and lock both clamps.
3.Battery overheating (The power indicator on the mower will flash red light).| 3. Wait to cool down, at which point it can be started again.
The mower cuts unevenly| 1. Dull blade.| 1. Sharpen or replace the blade.
2. The blade is assembled incorrectly.| 2. Reassemble the blade, following the section “Installing the Blade” in this manual.
The mower does not mulch properly| 1. Wet grass clippings are sticking to the underside of the deck.| 1. Wait until the grass dries before mowing.
2. The mower is set to cut too much grass at once.| 2. Raise the deck to a higher cutting-height setting.
Mower is difficult to pull back when the self-propel is turned off| The wheels are temporarily locked.| Simply push ahead slightly and then move the mower as desired.
Red light flash| Battery overheating, tool has stopped working in order to protect internal circuits.| Wait to cool down, at which point it can be started again.
Red light illuminate| Low battery capacity.| Charge the battery pack.
Both light are off| Motor overheating or Battery/tool over load, tool has stopped working in order to protect internal circuits.| Wait to cool down, remove the battery and reinstall, at which point it can be started again.
Battery is depleted.| Charge the battery pack.

WARRANTY

For 5 years from the date of purchase, the power tool is warranted for the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship. This guarantee does not  cover damage due to abuse, normal wear, improper maintenance, neglect, unauthorized repair/alteration, or expendable parts and accessories expected to become unusable  after a reasonable period of use.
If you think your product meets the above guarantee criteria, please return it to the place of purchase with valid proof of purchase and the defective product will be repaired  or replaced at no charge. This guarantee gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

L G SOURCING, INC. MOORESVILLE, NC 28117
Printed in China

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