Greenworks 25142 - Manuals

5 SAFETY INFORMATION • Mow across the face of a slope, and never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on a slope. • Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps that may cause a slip or a trip. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Remove all objects such as rocks, tree l...

6 SAFETY INFORMATION • Do not tamper with safety devices. Check them regularly for proper operation.• After striking a foreign object, stop the motor and disconnect the power cord. Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. Repair any damage before operating the mower. • The grass catcher componen...

SAFETY INFORMATION SLOPE GAUGE • Use this page as a guide in order to identify slopes that cannot be mowed safely.• DO NOT USE the lawn mower on these slopes.• SIGHT AND HOLD THIS EDGE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE.• FOLD ON THE DOTTED LINE. THIS REPRESENTS A SLOPE OF 15°. W A R N I N G Do not mow a sl...

8 Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOLS SYMBOL DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION V Volts A Amperes Hz Hertz W Watts Hrs Hours Precautions that ...

10 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Fig. 1 Start button Cord Retainer Upper handle Grass catcher bag Lower handle Mulching plug Height adjustment lever Front wheel Rear wheel Read this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustration in Figure 1 to your lawn mower in...

11 UNPACKING • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. • Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. • Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully ...

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Fig. 2 12 UNFOLDING AND ADJUSTING HANDLE (See Figure 2) • Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the handle into operating position. Make certain the handles snap into place securely. • Tighten the lower handle with the cam locks on both sides.• Tighten the upper handle ...

13 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Fig. 3 INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER BAG (See Figure 3) • Lift the chute cover (1).• Lift the grass catcher by its handle (2) and place under the chute cover so that the hooks (3) on the grass catcher frame are seated into the slots in the handle bracket. • Release the chute ...

14 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Fig. 4 2 1 3 INSTALLING THE MULCHING PLUG (See Figure 4) • To remove the mulching plug, lift the chute cover (1).• Grasp the handle (2) of the mulching plug and pull the mulching plug out using the handle.• The mulching plug (3) is inserted on an angle, so it requires some f...

OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER CONNECTING THE POWER CORD Selecting an Extension Cord. The chart below showns the length of extension cords and the corresponding acceptable cord ratings.For a 50' (15 m) cord, use 16 AWG.For a 100' (30 m) cord, use 14 AWG.For a 150' (45 m) cord, use 12 AWG.Use only a CSA o...

16 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Fig. 5 STARTING/STOPPING THE MOWER (See Figure 5) To start the motor: • Plug the mower into an approved outdoor extension cord.• Press and hold the start button (1). • Pull the bail switch (2) upward to the handle to start the mower and release the button. To stop the mo...

17 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Fig. 6 1 1 3 2 4 5 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (See Figure 6) When shipped, the wheels on the mower are set to a low-cutting position. Before using the mower for the first time, raise the cutting position to the height best suited for your lawn. The average lawn should be ...

18 USING THE CORD RETAINER (See Figure 7) This lawn mower is equipped with a cord retainer in order to prevent the extension cord from disconnecting from the power cord while the mower is in use. The cord retainer hangs from the cord guide bar. NOTE: Do not plug the extension cord into the outlet un...

19 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER MOWING THE LAWN NOTE: A sharp blade will greatly enhance the performance of the mower, especially when cutting high grass. Be sure to check the blade and to sharpen it at least once per year, as described in the Maintenance section. • Verify that the lawn is free of ston...

20 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Fig. 8 EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER BAG (See Figure 8) • Release the bail switch to turn the mower off and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop. Unplug the mower. • Lift the rear chute cover. • Lift the grass catcher bag by its handle to remove from mower. • Empty...

21 REPLACING T HE CUTTING BLADE (See Figure 9-10) W A R N I N G Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves and/or wrapping the cutting edges with rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the blades. Use only a GREENWORKS replacement blade. • Release the bail switch to turn t...

22 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE MOWER W A R N I N G To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the mower to water. The underside of mower d eck should be cleaned after each use as grass clippings, leaves, d irt and other debris will accumulate causing rust and corrosion. • Remove any buildup of...

23 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The handle is not in position. The mower does not start. The mower cuts the grass unevenly. The mower is not mulching properly. The mower is hard to push. The mower vibrates at higher speed. Carriage bolts are not seated properly. Cam handle is not ...

24 GREENWORKS™ hereby warranties this product, to the original purchaser with proof of purchase , for a period of four (4) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS™, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, ...

26 PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY 1 31104488 Upper handle assy. 1 2 33305469-3 Bail switch 1 3 31102489 Motor engagement box 1 4 33309470-2 Lower handle 1 5 31102467-2 Cam lock assy. 4 6 34106467-1 Handle knob 2 7 3411135 Cord guide 1 8 34107488 Motor cover 1 9 32201110 Screw 1 10 3330...

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