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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MODEL NUMBER WE18XP
BATTERY-POWERED,
SELF-PROPELLED, 2-IN-1,
18" ROTARY LAWN MOWER
438175
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules .................2-4 Pre-Operation.................. 7 Storage.......................... 14 Battery Disposal .............. 5 Operation.................... 8-11 Troubleshooting............. 15 Assembly......................5-6 Maintenance.............12-13 Warranty........................ 16 SAFETY RULES W ARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed t
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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 � The batteries are sealed units and can not be opened or taken apart. When a � Never run a machine inside a closed battery is no longer holding a charge area. take it to a local recycling center. � Never make adjustments or repairs with � Be extra cautious to reduce risk of the motor running. dropping a metal tool onto the battery. � Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade It might spark or short circuit the battery attachment bolts, tight and keep equip
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ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL and to avoid damage to the environment: � Cover the batterey’s terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape. � DO NOT attempt to remove or destroy any of the battery pack components. � DO NOT attempt to open the battery The following toxic and corrosive materials pack. are in the battery used in this battery pack: a toxic material. � If a leak develops, the released electro- lytes are corrosive and toxic. DO NOT W ARNING: All toxic materials must get the
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ASSEMBLY TO PREPARE BATTERY NOTE: Your battery must be charged be- 2. Remove the jack cover. fore you can start your lawn mower. Avoid 3. Plug the battery charger into the jack charging battery in extremely hot or cold on the battery. temperatures. 4. Plug the other end of the battery IMPORTANT: Do not store charger inside charger into a 120 volt A.C. outlet. The of motor or on top of battery. red light on the charger will illuminate W ARNING: Use only the battery pack indicating t
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PRE-OPERATION WARNING: This mower is for outdoor � Store Idle Lawn Mower Indoors – When use only. Do not expose to rain or use in not in use, lawn mower should be stored damp locations. in an indoor dry and locked-up place � Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t – out of reach of children. use lawn mowers in damp or wet loca- � Maintain Lawn Mower With Care – Keep tions. cutting edges sharp and clean for best � Don’t Use In Rain. and safest performance. � Keep Children Away – All visitors s
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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 Drive control bar Mulcher plug Cam lock Wing nut Grass catcher Single point height adjuster Battery handle Motor Handle housing knob MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
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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 � Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator pres ence control bar which requires the operator to be positioned Start button
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OPERATION TO ATTACH GRASS CATCH ER TO CONVERT MOWER 1. Lift the rear door of the lawn mower Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be and place the grass catcher frame side used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging: hooks onto the door pivot pins. � Open rear door and remove mulcher 2. The grass catcher is secured to the lawn plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe mower housing when the rear door is place. lowered onto the grass catch er frame. � You can now install grass catcher. CAUTION: Do
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher keep mower housing free of built-up grass blade attachments on your mower. Such and trash. See "CLEANING" in the Main- attachments are hazardous, will damage tenance section of this manual. your mower and could void your warranty. � The special mulching blade will recut � Under certain conditions, such as when the grass clip pings many times and mowing very tall grass, raise th
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MAINTENANCE BEFORE AFTER EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH EACH 10 25 HOURS STORAGE USE USE HOURS OR SEASON Check for Loose Fasteners Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher Check Tires Check Drive Wheels Clean Lawn Mower * Clean Gearcase Check Drive Belt / Pulleys Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade ** Lubrication Recharge Battery * Use a scraper to clean under deck ** Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been s
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MAINTENANCE � The recommended tightening torque is LAWN MOWER 35-40 ft. lbs. Always observe safety rules when per- forming any main te nance. TO SHARPEN BLADE IMPORTANT: Remove battery from mow- NOTE: We do not recommend sharp- er before servicing, cleaning or removing en ing blade. An un bal anced blade will material from lawn mower. cause eventual damage to lawn mower or motor. TIRES � Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect DRIVE WHEELS control chemi cals which can harm rub- C
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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 When lawn mower is to be stored for a Operator MOWING period of time, clean it thor oughly, remove presence POSITION control bar all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. � Clean entire lawn mower (See “CLEAN- ING” in the Maintenance section of this manual). FOLD � Lubricate as shown in the Main te nance FORWARD Upper section
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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. Battery not properly seated. 2. Reinstall battery.
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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 limitations and exc
