OPERATOR’S MANUAL United States Patent Pending 18 in. 40 VOLT LITHIUM-ION LAWN MOWER WITH 2.5 AMP HOUR BATTERY 60418 BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE. SEE PAGE 11 FOR INSTRUCTIONS Your lawn mower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction…………………………………..…………………………………………...2 General Safety Rules……………………………………...…………………………….3 Specific Safety Rules………………………………………………………………… 3-4 Symbols……………………………………..………………………………………… 5-6 Features………………………………………………………………………………. 7-8 Assembly…………………………………………………………………...…………8-11 Operation…………………………………...……………………………...………..12-14 Maintenance………………………………..………………………………...……..15-17 Exploded View/Parts List………………………………….…………………….…18-19 Troubleshooting…………………………….
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below and on the machine may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe all safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Do not use the lawn mower in damp or wet conditions or operate in the rain.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, sticks, wire, bones, toys, or other objects which can be thrown by the blade. Stay behind the handle when the motor is running. Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
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.
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. CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS *Battery………………………………....40V 2.5Ah Lithium Input………………………………………….. 40V DC only No-load Speed…………………………2,800 r/min (RPM) Height Adjustments………………………1-1/2 in. to 4 in. Wheel Size…………………………7 in. front, 9.5 in. rear Weight…………………………………….23.3kg (51.4 lb) 40V 2.5Ah BATTERIES (2) MOTOR/BLADE CONTROL ASSEMBLY BATTERY PORT COVER SWITCH KEY CHARGER GRASS CATCHER MULCHING PLUG HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR Fig.
FEATURES KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER See figure 1 The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. BATTERY METER The battery meter measures the amount of charge remaining in the battery.
ASSEMBLY ADJUSTING HANDLE See figure 2 Fully loosen the handle knobs on both sides of the handle. Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the handle into operating position. Make certain the handles snap into place securely. NOTE: Adjust handle height by securing handle at one of the three positions. Tighten the handle knobs on both sides of the handle to secure.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY OF BATTERY PORT COVER Do not attempt to operate mower without battery port cover being assembled. Moisture, dust and dirt within the battery port can cause permanent damage to the batteries and will effect the performance of the mower. Position the battery cover hinge hole over the post of the battery port bracket. Pull the battery cover knob out and align with the hole in the battery port bracket. After releasing the knob, pin will snap cleanly into bracket hole.
ASSEMBLY To set the blade height: INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER See figure 5 NOTE: When using the grass catcher, do not install either the side discharge deflector or the mulching plug. Lift the rear discharge door. Lift the grass catcher by its handle and place under the rear discharge door so that the hooks on the grass catcher are seated on the hooks of the height adjustment brackets. To raise the blade height, grasp the height adjustment lever and move it toward the back of the mower.
OPERATION BATTERY METER Since the mower battery is shipped in a low charge condition, the battery must be charged before use. The battery has 3 LED lights to indicate battery capacity. These lights will only illuminate when the light indicator button is pushed. If three GREEN lights illuminate, the battery is charged and ready for use. Two green lights are equal to 25%80% charge, while one green light is equal to 5%-25% charge. It is recommended to charge battery pack when one (1) light is illuminated.
OPERATION REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK To Remove the Battery Pack Lift the battery port cover Press and hold the battery latch button at the top of the battery pack Slide battery pack from the mower WINTER STORAGE When fully charge, the battery can be safely stored in temperatures down to -68℉ (-20℃) for a period of up to one month before requiring charging. Fully charge battery pack every 3 months. The battery charger should be operated in temperatures between 32℉ and 113℉ (0℃and 45℃).
OPERATION MOWING TIPS Make sure the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wires and other objects that could damage the lawn mower blades or motor. Such objects could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others. For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or less of the total length of the grass When cutting heavy grass, reduce walking speed to allow for more effective cutting and a proper discharge of the clippings.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. Always protect hands by wearing heavy gloves and/or wrapping the cutting edges of the blade with rags and other material when performing blade maintenance. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
MAINTENANCE Place the new blade on the shaft against the fan assembly. Make sure it is installed with the curved ends pointing up toward the mower deck and not down toward the ground. Replace the blade insulator and spacer, then thread the blade nut on the shaft and finger tighten. NOTE: Make certain all parts are replaced in the exact order in which they were removed. Torque the blade nut down using a torque wrench (not provided) to ensure the bolt is properly tightened.
MAINTENANCE REPLACING WHEELS See Figure 16 To Replace a wheel: HUBCAP Stop the motor and remove the switch key. Remove battery from the battery compartment. Turn the mower on its side. Replace with new wheel and install new self-locking nut securely. Replace hubcap. SELF-LOCKING NUT Using a flat blade screwdriver, pry off the hubcap. Remove the self-locking nut from the wheel axle, then remove the wheel.
EXPLODED VIEW MODEL 60418 Key no. Part number Description Qty. Key no. Part number Description Qty. 1 8440-518504 upper handle assy. 1 1.9 8342-516404 button spring 1 1.1 8331-510801 handle grip 1 1.10 8042-516201 switch 1 1.2 8440-518503 handle assy. 1 1.11 8187-510801 1 1.3 8312-510801 switch button 1 1.12 8NH-03D01 trigger fixed plate hex lock nut 03D 1.4 1.5 8020-510808 8181-516205 upper switch box cover back plate 1 1 1.13 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Handle not in position Mower not starting. Possible cause Solution Carriage bolts not seated properly. Adjust the height of the handle and make sure the carriage bolts are seated properly. Handle knobs not tightened. Tighten handle knobs. Battery is low in charge Charge the Battery. Battery is either defective or will not Replace the battery. take a charge. Mower cutting grass unevenly. Lawn is rough or uneven or cutting height not set properly.
Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY FOR BATTERY POWERED MODELS. This product is manufactured for the American Lawn Mower Company/Great States Corporation.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL United States Patent Pending 18 in. 40 VOLT LITHIUM-ION LAWN MOWER WITH 2.5 AMP HOUR BATTERY 60418 SERVICE For parts or service, contact your nearest EarthWise authorized service dealer. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service dealer nearest you, please call 1-800-377-5888 (USA) 1-800-561-0004 (CAN) or visit us online at www.americanlawnmower.com.
