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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MODEL NUMBER WE18C
ELECTRIC-POWERED, 2-IN-1,
18" ROTARY LAWN MOWER
438181
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules .................2-4 Operation....................7-10 Storage.......................... 12 Assembly......................... 5 Maintenance............. 10-11 Troubleshooting............. 13 Pre-Operation...............5-6 Warranty........................ 14 SAFETY RULES W ARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. W ARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fi re, electric sh
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SAFETY RULES I. GENERAL OPERATION keep a fi rm hold on the handle and walk; never run. � Read, understand, and follow all � Disengage the self-propelled mecha- instructions on the machine and in the nism on mowers so equipped before manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly starting the motor. familiar with the controls and the proper � If the equipment should start to vibrate use of the machine before starting. abnormally, stop the motor and check � Do not put hands or feet near or under
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SAFETY RULES IV. GENERAL SERVICE allow objects to be thrown. Frequently � Never run a machine inside a closed check components and replace with area. manufacturer’s recommended parts � Never make adjustments or repairs with when necessary. the motor running. � Mower blade is sharp and can cut. Wrap � Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade the blade or wear gloves, and use extra attachment bolts, tight and keep equip- caution when servicing it. ment in good condition. � Do not attempt to chan
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PRE-OPERATION POLARIZED APPLIANCE W ARNING: This mower is for outdoor CONNECTIONS use only. Do not expose to rain or use in To reduce the risk of electric shock, this damp locations. appliance has a polarized plug (one blade � Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t is wider than the other) and will require the use lawn mowers in damp or wet loca- use of a polarized extension cord. tions. � The appliance plug will fi t into a polar- � Don’t Use In Rain. ized extension cord only one way. If the �
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PRE-OPERATION To reduce the likelihood of disconnec- � Follow instructions for lubricating and tion of lawn mower cord from the cord set changing accessories. during operation, use the extension cord � Inspect lawn mower cord periodically retainer supplied with the mower. and if damaged, have it repaired by an � Don’t Abuse Cord – Never pull lawn authorized service facility. mower by cord or yank it to disconnect � Inspect extension cords periodically and from receptacle. Keep cord from hea
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Operator presence control bar Start button Power cord Circuit breaker Wing nut Extension cord Cam lock retainer Single point height adjuster handle Mulcher door Handle knob Discharge guard Motor housing MEETS CP
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OPERATION The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any ad just ments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER TO START � Your lawn mower is equipped with an � Press the start button. operator pres ence control bar which � Hold down operator
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher Height adjuster lever blade attachments on your mower. Such attachments are hazardous, will damage your mower and could void your warranty. � Under certain conditions, such as when mowing very tall grass, raise the mower height on the fi rst cut to reduce pushing effort, to avoid over heat ing the motor, and to avoid leaving clumps of grass clippings. Make the second cut to the desired height. LEVER � For extremely heavy cutting,
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OPERATION heavy grass, reduce your width of cut � The special mulching blade will recut the by overlapping previously cut path and grass clip pings many times and reduce mow slowly. them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched MAX 1/3 grass will bio de grade quickly to provide nu tri ents for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest motor (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blade
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MAINTENANCE Trailing edge Insulator Mulcher door washer hinge rod Blade nut Blade Spray Square washer lubricant TO REPLACE BLADE 1. Be sure the trailing edge of blade (op- posite sharp edge) is up toward the motor. Handle bracket mounting pins 2. Install the square washer and insulated washer; secure with blade nut. 3. Use block of wood between blade and LAWN MOWER lawn mower housing and tighten the Always observe safety rules when per- blade nut, turning clockwise. forming any main
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STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER Operator MOWING presence POSITION When lawn mower is to be stored for a pe- control bar riod of time, clean it thor oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. � Clean entire lawn mower (See “CLEAN- ING” in the Maintenance section of this FOLD FORWARD Upper manual). FOR handle � Lubricate as shown in the Main te nanc
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Start button not depressed. 1. Press start button and hold down operator presence control bar to handle. 2. Extension cord not 2. Reconnect extens
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WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will re- pair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we fi nd to be defective due to materials or work man ship. This Warranty is subject to the following limitation
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SERVICE NOTES 15
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