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Cordless Lawn Mower model number 060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 IMPORTANT: Operator’s Read and follow all safety rules and operating Manual instructions before using this product.
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 1. Power lever 2. Upper handle 3. lower handle 4. Mower housing 5. Wheel 6. Height adjustment lever 7. Safety lock-out button 8. Battery door 9. grass catcher bag 10. Battery 11. Charger KNOW YOUR MOWeR Before attempting to assemble, empty carton and compare parts with parts list above.
model no. 060-1787-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 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...
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 GeNeRAL SAFeTY RULeS ReAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAReFULLY • 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.
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060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 • 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: •...
Using a charger with an incompatible battery pack may create a risk of fire. Use battery pack only with the specified charger. • Use only with Yardworks 40V (4Ah) lithium-ion battery pack. Use the battery packs may result in a risk of fire, electric shock,or personal injury. •...
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 one terminal to another. Shorting the battery pack terminals together may cause sparks, burns or a fire. • do not place battery products or their batteries near fire or heat. this will reduce the risk explosion and possibly injury.
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060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 • do not let gasoline/petrol, oils, petroleum-based products, etc. come in contact with plastic parts. they contain chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic. • An extension cord should not be used for the charger unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 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 slopes of more than 15 • Sight and hold this edge level with a vertical tree.
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060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 UNFOLDING AND ADJUSTING THe HANDLe • Pull up and back the upper handle (1) to raise the handle into operating position. Make certain the handles snap into place securely. • tighten the lower handle with the cam locks (2) on both sides.
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 INSTALLING THe GRASS CATCHeR BAG • lift the rear cover (1). • lift the grass catcher bag by its handle (2) and place it under the rear cover so that the hooks (3) on the grass catcher bag frame are seated into the slots (4) in the handle brackets.
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 INSTALLING THe MULCHING PLUG • to remove the mulching plug, lift the rear cover (1). • grasp the handle (2) of the mulching plug and pull it out. • the mulching plug (3) is inserted on an angle, so it requires some strength to remove it.
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 model no. 060-1787-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 TO INSTALL THe BATTeRY PACK • lift and hold up the battery door (1). • Place the battery pack (2) in the space provided. Align the guided ribs on the battery pack with the grooves in the product’s battery port.
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060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 the lawn mower comes with a maintenance-free, spill-proof, sealed 40 V battery pack. • the battery charger is only for use indoors, it must not be used in wet or damp environments. do not operate the charger near petrol/gasoline or other explosive gases or vapours.
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 CHARGING PROCEDURE • Plug the charger into an AC power outlet. • Insert the battery pack (1) into the charger (2). this is a diagnostic charger. the Charger led lights (3) will illuminate in specific order to communicate the current battery status. they are as follows: CHeCKING THe CHARGe if the battery pack does not charge properly: •...
model no. 060-1787-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 CHARGeR MAINTeNANCe • Keep the charger clean and clear of debris. do not allow foreign material into the recessed cavity or on the contacts. Wipe with a dry cloth. do not use solvents, water, or place in wet conditions.
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060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 do not tilt the lawn mower when starting the engine or switching on the motor, unless the lawn mower has to be tilted for starting. in this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part which is away from the operator.
model no. 060-1787-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 STARTING/STOPPING THe MOWeR To start the motor: • open the battery door and insert the key into the slot. • Press and hold the safety lock-out button (1). • Press the power lever (2) against the handle to start the mower and release the button. To stop the motor: Release the power lever (2).
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 CUTTING HeIGHT ADJUSTMeNT 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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model no. 060-1787-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 eMPTYING THe ReAR BAG Stop the mower and allow blades to completely stop. lift the rear cover. lift the grass catcher bag by its handle to remove it from the mower. empty grass clippings. lift the rear cover and reinstall the rear bag as described in this manual.
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 SLOPe OPeRATION • Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. • Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps which can cause you to slip or trip.
model no. 060-1787-8 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218 MOWING TIPS • Make sure the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wires and other objects that could damage the lawn mower blade or motor. do not mow over property stakes or other metal posts. Such objects could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others.
Please call Yardworks tools customer service for assistance. Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
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060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. therefore, no further bearing lubrication is required.
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 RePLACING THe CUTTING BLADe Stop the motor. Allow blade to come to a complete stop. turn the mower on its side. Wedge an obstruction (6) between the blade and mower deck to prevent the blade from turning.
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 RePLACING THe BATTeRY the mower battery is designed for maximum life; however, like all batteries, it will eventually need to be replaced. Charge the new battery pack before use. See the Battery & Charger section in this manual.
060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 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).
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060-1789-4 | contact us: 1-866-523-5218 PRoBleM PoSSiBle CAUSe SolUtioN the battery is not charged. Charge the battery. Replace the switch (call the toll- the switch is defective. free helpline, at 1-866-523-5218). Remove the battery; check grass jammed at blade.
Normal deterioration of the exterior finish imported by Yardworks Canada, toronto, due to use or exposure. Canada M4S 2B8. HOW TO OBTAIN SeRVICe Warranty service is available by calling Yardworks CANADA will not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
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