GreenWorks 25022 Owner's Manual

GreenWorks 25022 Owner's Manual

20" electric lawn mower

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20" Electric Lawn Mower
25022
Owner's Manual
TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS
(888.909.6757)
Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.

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  • Page 1 20" Electric Lawn Mower 25022 Owner’s Manual TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Contents ..........................2 Product specifications ......................2 Safety information ......................3-7 Symbols ..........................8-9 Electrical ........................10-11 Know your lawn mower ...................... 12 Assembly ........................13-18 Operation ........................19-24 Maintenance ......................... 25-26 Storage ..........................27 Troubleshooting ......................... 28 Warranty ..........................29 Exploded View ........................
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS I M P O R T A N T READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. • Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INFORMATION • Turn off all controls before unplugging. • Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the power switch is not on before plugging in. Turn off power switch before unplugging. • Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INFORMATION D A N G E R This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury.
  • Page 6 SAFETY INFORMATION • Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking. If you must back the mower away from a wall or an obstruction, first look down and behind in order to avoid tripping, and then follow these steps: •...
  • Page 7 SAFETY INFORMATION CHILD SAFETY Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aware of the presence of children. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult. • Do not allow children under the age of 14 to operate this mower. Children who are 14 years of age and older must read and understand the operating instructions and safety rules in this manual and must be trained and supervised by a parent.
  • Page 8: Symbols

    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)
  • Page 9: Symbols

    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.
  • Page 10: Electrical

    ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATED LAWN MOWER (See Figure 1.) C A U T I O N IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE, HAVE A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE. W A R N I N G THIS MOWER IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
  • Page 11 ELECTRICAL MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG) (WHEN USING 120 V ONLY) Amp Rating Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters) More Than Not More Than 25' (7.6 m) 50' (15 m) 100' (30.4 m) 150' (45.7 m) Not Recommended Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
  • Page 12: Know Your Lawn Mower

    KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Read this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustration in Figure 2 to your lawn mower in order to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Bail Switch Power Button...
  • Page 13: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled. • 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. •...
  • Page 14: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. W A R N I N G Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools.
  • Page 15 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS USING THE CORD RETAINER (See Figure 5-7) 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.
  • Page 16 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER BAG (See Figure 8) • UNPLUG THE POWER CORD, AND WAIT FOR BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. • Lift the chute cover (1). • While holding up the cover (1), place the grass catcher bag hanger hooks (2) into the opening on the chute cover (1) to allow the hanger hooks to attach to the rod (3) which secures the chute cover.
  • Page 17 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING THE SIDE DISCHARGE CHUTE (See Figure 9) This mower has 3 different functions-mulch, side discharge, and rear bag. If you wish to discharge the clippings rather than mulch, perform these steps. • UNPLUG THE POWER CORD, AND WAIT FOR BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. •...
  • Page 18: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL OF THE MULCH PLUG (See Figure 10) • UNPLUG THE POWER CORD, AND WAIT FOR BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. • To remove the mulch plug, lift the chute cover (1) and pull out on the handle. •...
  • Page 19 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER STARTING AND STOPPING THE MOWER (See Figure 11-12) Starting the mower: • Hold the power button (1) and pull the bail switch (2) upward to the handlebar to start the mower. Stopping the mower: • To stop the mower, release the bail switch (2). Bail Switch Power...
  • Page 20: Operation

    OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER CIRCUIT BREAKER (See Figure 13) This mower is equipped with a circuit breaker in order to protect the supply circuit from short- circuit overloads. Follow these steps if the circuit breaker switch pops out: • Release the trigger switch, and allow the mower to stop and cool down for a minute. •...
  • Page 21 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT (See Figure 14) • Simply depress the lever (1) towards the wheel and move to desired position. This sets all wheels to the same position. • To raise the height, pull the height adjustment lever from the current stop position towards the back of the mower.
  • Page 22 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER ADJUSTING THE UPPER HANDLE HEIGHT (See Figure 15) • Loosen the upper handle knob. • Adjust the upper handle to the most comfortable of the 3 positions. • Snug the upper handle knob and lock the cam lock handle to secure. Cam lock handle Upper handle knob Lock...
  • Page 23 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER SLOPE OPERATION W A R N I N G Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater than 15° (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 ft. [75m] every 10 ft. [3m]). Mow across the face of a slope, and never up and down. •...
  • Page 24 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. •...
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE CUTTING BLADE REPLACEMENT (See Figure 16-17) 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. • RELEASE THE BAIL SWITCH TO TURN THE MOWER OFF, WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, AND THEN UNPLUG THE POWER CORD.
  • Page 26 MAINTENANCE CLEAN 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 deck should be cleaned after each use as grass clippings, leaves, dirt and other debris will accumulate causing rust and corrosion.
  • Page 27: Storage

    STORAGE To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the mower to water. • Make certain the power cord is disconnected. • Clean mower as instructed in previous section. • Inspect and replace/sharpen blade, if required. Refer to the Maintenance section. •...
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Handle not in Carriage bolts not seated Adjust the height of the handle and make position. properly. sure the carriage bolts are seated properly Handle knobs not tightened. Tighten handle knobs. Mower not starting. Extension cord not connected to Reconnect the cord and use the cord the mower plug.
  • Page 29: Warranty

    (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, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for...
  • Page 30: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW...
  • Page 31: Parts List

    PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 31301227-3 Deck 34106236 Rear enclosure 32201235 Screw 3410438-1 Side discharge chute 31107227 Side discharge cover assy. 3410338-2 Side discharge cover 3320338 Side discharge axle 3420207 Rubber bushing 3340237 Spring 3330637 Side discharge bracket 3220136 Bolt 33305222-2...
  • Page 32 PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 31104227-1 Grass catcher assy. 35-1 34902237-2 Grass catcher 35-2 33301237-1 Grass catcher bracket 34104236 Rear plug 3420138-2 Rear shield 3220511 Screw 33305227-1 New cord clamp 3221237 33302222-2 Height adjustment plate (L) 3221637 Bolt 34114227-2 Height adjustment handle (lower) 34113227-2...
  • Page 33 PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 3410535 Blade baffle 3331435 Square baffle 3221037 34203229-5 Wheel (7 X 1.5) 3331638 Washer 34120227 Cord retainer 34203229-7 7" Wheel cover...
  • Page 34: Notes

    NOTES...
  • Page 35 NOTES...
  • Page 36 TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Rev: 01 (11-20-09) Printed in China on 100% Recycled Paper...

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