SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY RULES READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY W A R N I N G This symbol indicates important safety instructions. If these instructions are not followed, it could endanger the personal safety and/or property of the operator and others. Read and understand all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate the mower.
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SAfETY InfORMATIOn • Carefully read all instructions on the mower and in the manual before attempting to assemble and operate the mower. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference, and consult it regularly. • Become familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the mower and how to disengage the power in an emergency.
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BATTERY & cHARGER c A u T I O N USE OnLY GREEnWORKS APPROVED REPLACEMEnT BATTERIES, OTHER BATTERIES MAY CAUSE InJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE MOWER. Use with GREEnWORKS 80V battery .
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SAfETY InfORMATIOn BATTERY sAFETY RuLEs • Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery tool or when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
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SAfETY InfORMATIOn for battery pack storage longer than 30 days: • Store the battery pack where the temperature is below 80°f and away from moisture. • Store battery packs in a 30%-50% charged condition. • Every two months of storage, charge the pack as normal. cHARGER sAFETY RuLEs •...
SYMBOLS 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. sYmBOL NAmE dEsIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz frequency (cycles per second)
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SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. sYmBOL sIGNAL mEANING dANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. wARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 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. •...
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ASSEMBLY InSTRUCTIOnS uNFOLdING ANd AdJusTING LOwER HANdLE (See Figure 2) w A R N I N G folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. • Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding the handle. •...
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ASSEMBLY InSTRUCTIOnS INsTALLING THE uPPER HANdLE (See Figure 3) • Align the mounting holes on the upper handle (1) and the lower handle (2). Insert the carriage bolts (3) and use the knobs (4) to tighten them. Repeat the operation on the other side. (2) Lower handle (1) upper handle (3) Bolt...
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ASSEMBLY InSTRUCTIOnS INsTALLING THE GRAss cATcHER BAG (See Figure 4) • Lift the rear discharge door (1). • Lift the grass catcher by its handle (2) and place under the rear discharge door so that the hooks (3) on the grass catcher are seated on the door rod (4). •...
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ASSEMBLY InSTRUCTIOnS INsTALLING/REmOVING THE muLcHING PLuG (See Figure 5) • To remove the mulching plug, lift the rear discharge door (1). • Grasp the handle (2) of the mulching plug and pull the mulching plug out using the handle. • The mulching plug (3) is inserted at an angle, so it requires some force to remove it. •...
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ASSEMBLY InSTRUCTIOnS INsTALLING sIdE dIscHARGE cHuTE (See Figure 6) • Lift the side discharge cover (1). • Align the grooves (2) on the discharge chute (3) with the pins (4) on the underside of the discharge cover (1). • Lower the discharge chute until the hooks on the mower deck are secured in the openings in the discharge chute.
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ASSEMBLY InSTRUCTIOnS TO INsTALL BATTERY PAcK (See Figure 7) • Lift and hold up the battery door (1). • Align the battery (2) with the mower’s battery port. • Make sure the battery release button (3) snaps in place and that battery is fully seated and secure in the mower before beginning operation.
OPERATInG YOUR LAWn MOWER sTARTING/sTOPPING THE mOwER (See Figure 8) To start the motor: • Open the battery door. • Insert the battery. • Press and hold the safety lock-out button (1). • Pull the bail lever (2) upward to the handle to start the mower and release the button. To stop the motor: •...
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OPERATInG YOUR LAWn MOWER cuTTING HEIGHT AdJusTmENT (See Figure 9) 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 between 1 1/2"...
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OPERATInG YOUR LAWn MOWER sLOPE GAuGE (See Figure 10) w A R N I N G Slopes are a major factor related to accidents involving slips and falls, which can result in severe injury. Operating the mower on a slope requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
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OPERATInG YOUR LAWn MOWER mOwING TIPs 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. •...
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OPERATInG YOUR LAWn MOWER EmPTYING THE GRAss cATcHER BAG (See Figure 11) • Stop mower, allow blades to completely stop, and remove the battery. • Lift the rear discharge cover. • Lift the grass catcher bag by its handle to remove from mower. •...
ALWAYS remove the battery when servicing or transporting the mower. Use only a GREEnWORKS replacement blade (Item#: 2903402). • REMOVE BATTERY. • While wearing leather padded gloves, wedge a block of wood between the blade and the mower deck in order to prevent the blade from turning when the bolt (1) is being removed.
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MAInTEnAnCE cLEANING THE mOwER w A R N I N G In order to reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the mower to water. The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use, because grass clippings, leaves, dirt, and other debris will accumulate, which will cause rust and corrosion.
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MAInTEnAnCE sTORING THE mOwER The following steps should be taken in order to prepare the lawn mower for storage. • Clean the mower as described in the previous section. • Inspect the blade, and replace it or sharpen it, if required (refer to the Maintenance section). •...
SERVICE sTORING THE mOwER ON VERTIcAL FuNcTION • When servicing the mower, use only identical replacement parts that are available from the manufacturer. In order to obtain replacement parts, call the toll-free helpline, at 1 (855) 345- 3934. The use of parts that do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance, and may compromise safety.
EnVIROnMEnTALLY SAfE BATTERY DISPOSAL The batteries used in this mower's battery pack contain the following toxic and corrosive material: LITHIUM-IOn. w A R N I N G Toxic materials must be disposed of in a specified manner in order to prevent contamination of the environment.
TROUBLESHOOTInG PROBLEm POssIBLE cAusE sOLuTION The battery is not charged. Charge the battery. The switch is defective. Replace the switch (call the tollfree helpline, at 1 (855) 345-3934. Grass jammed between the Remove battery; check under deck for The mower does deck and blade.
WARRAnTY. GREEnWORKS™ hereby warranties this product, to the original purchaser with proof of purchase, 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, free of charge to the customer.
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