Yard force SLM34KZD User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Model/ Modèle SLM34KZD

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ELECTRIC LAWN MOWER

English - Page 1

GUIDE DE L’UTILISATEUR

TONDEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE

Français - Page 21

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety instructions 1

Safety symbols 8

Application 9

Assembly 10

Operation 11

Maintenance 14

Troubleshooting 15

Technical data 16

Schematic drawing 17

Part list 18

Warranty 20

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL

We strongly recommend not to modify and/or use this tool for any application other than

that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to its application, do not

use the tool until you have contacted us.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please read this manual carefully prior to operating the lawn mower. It contains important

safety, maintenance and operating instructions. Read these instructions thoroughly even if

you are already familiar with lawn mower use.

OPERATOR SAFETY

- Do not operate the lawn mower when you are tired, ill or under the inuence of

medication, alcohol or drugs.

- Always wear a safety face shield or goggles that meet ANSI Z87.1 requirements.

- Always wear safety protective equipment such as snug tting clothing (jacket,pants)

gloves, boots with steel toe caps and non-slip soles. Lawn mower chaps add a layer of

safety. Do not wear shorts, loose clothing, scarves, jewelry, sandals, or go barefoot. Loose

clothing may become tangled in branches or the lawn mower.

SLM34KZD Operating Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Read all safety warnings and instructions. When using

electric lawn mowers, basic safety precautions should always be

followed to reduce the risk of ﬁre, damage and injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your 120V operated (corded) lawn mower.

a) FOR ALL DOUBLE-INSULATED LAWN MOWERS

1) Replacement Parts

When servicing use only identical replacement parts.

2) Polarized Appliance Connections

To reduce the risk of electric shock, the lawn mower has a polarized plug (one blade is

wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The plug will t

into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not t fully into the extension

cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not t, obtain a correct polarized extension

cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. The plug

will t into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully into the wall

outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not t, contact a qualied electrician to install

the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or

extension cord plug in any way.

b) LAWN MOWER-SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1) Avoid dangerous environment – Don’t use lawn mowers in damp or wet locations.

2) Don’t use in rain.

3) Keep children away – All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.

4) Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can get caught in moving

parts. Use of rubber gloves and footwear is recommended when working outdoors.

5) Use safety glasses – In addition, always use a face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

6) Use right appliance – Do not use lawn mower for any job except that for which it is

intended.

7) Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the

circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the lawn mower. Receptacles are available having

built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.

WARNING

To prevent electric shock use only with an extension cord

suitable for outdoor use and marked as such: SW, SOW, STW, STOW,

SJW, SJOW, SJTW, or SJTOW.

8) Extension cord – Make sure your extension cord set is in good condition. When using

an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and

overheating. (NOTE: Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and

nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge

number the heavier the cord.)

Table 1 Minimum gauge for extension cords

Volts Total length of cord

120V 25’ ( 7.5 m) 50’ ( 15 m) 100’ ( 30 m) 150’ ( 45 m)

Ampere Rating

Min / Max AWG

0-6 18 18 16 12

6-10 16 14 14 12

10-12 16 16 14 12

12- 16 16 12 Not recommended

To reduce the likelihood of disconnection of the lawn mower cord from the extension cord

during operating, use one of the plug-receptacle retaining straps or connectors described

in this manual.

9) Handle cord carefully – Never pull lawn mower by cord or yank on the cord to

disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

10) Don’t force lawn mower – It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it

was designed.

11) Don’t overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

12) Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate lawn

mower when you are tired.

13) Disconnect lawn mower – Disconnect the lawn mower from the power supply when

not in use, before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, and the like.

14) Store idle lawn mower indoors – When not in use, lawn mower should be stored in

an indoor dry and locked-up place – out of reach of children.

15) Maintain lawn mower with care – Keep cutting edges sharp and clean for best

and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

Inspect lawn mower cord periodically and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized

service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles

dry,clean, and free from oil and grease.

16) Keep guards in place and in working order.

17) Keep blades sharp.

18) Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.

19) Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can cause severe injuries to persons.

The lawn should always be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to each

mowing.

20) If lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these steps:

i) Stop lawn mower. Release the switch.

ii) Unplug power cord.

iii) Inspect for damage.

iv) Repair any damage before restarting and operating the lawn mower.

21) Use identical replacement blades only.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR WALK-BEHIND MOWERS

I. GENERAL OPERATION

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the instructions

before starting the lawn mower.

2. Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge

opening at all times.

3. Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with these instructions to operate this

machine.

4. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc., which could be thrown by the

blade. Stay behind the handle when the engine (motor) is running.

5. Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters

the area.

6. Do not operate machine barefooted or while wearing sandals. Always wear substantial

footwear.

7. Do not pull machine backwards unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while moving backwards.

8. Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a

wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blade when

crossing gravel surfaces.

9. Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, rear guard,

or other safety protective devices in place and working.

10. Never leave a running machine unattended.

11. Stop the engine (motor) and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before

cleaning the machine, removing grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.

12. Operate machine only in daylight or good articial light.

13. Do not operate machine while under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.

14. Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; walk, never run.

15. If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check for

the cause immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

16. Always wear eye protection when operating the machine.

17. See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories.

Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe

injury. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution.

If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.

1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes.

2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could

cause a slip and fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

3. Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a

slip and fall accident.

4. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. You could lose your footing

or balance.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

1. Keep children away from the work area and monitored by a responsible adult other than

the machine operator.

2. Stay alert and stop the mower if a child enters the work area.

3. Never let a child operate the mower.

4. Be extremely cautious when going around blind spots, trees, shrubs or any other

structure that could prevent you from seeing a child present.

IV. SERVICE

GENERAL SERVICE

1. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

2. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

3. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.

4. If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary,

before starting.

5. Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine (motor) running.

6. Always unplug electric mowers before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing.

7. Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace

with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.

8. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when

servicing them.

9. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

When working with the lawn mower

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When working with or on the machine you must wear protective clothing, including the

following items:

- Safety shoes

- Pants

- Close-tting garments

- Protective goggles, etc.

Operate the lawn mower only when it is in good technical condition as stipulated and

delivered by the manufacturer.

Before cleaning or performing maintenance work on the lawn mower:

Avoid injuries by observing the following:

- Switch motor OFF.

- Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete standstill.

- Remove the plug from the power source.

After working with the appliance

Always unplug the power cord if leaving the lawn mower unattended.

DANGER

Never use a lawnmower if it has damaged safety devices or if there

are no safety devices ﬁtted.

Accident Prevention

No person, especial children, or animals should be allowed to stand close to the mower

while it is in use. Risk of injury due to ejected stones or other objects.

Tripping Hazard

Operate the lawn mower at walking speed only.

1) Be particularly careful when mowing in reverse and pulling the machine towards you.

2) When mowing on steep slopes, there is a risk of the mower tipping over and you could

be injured as a result. Mow crossways to the slope, never upwards and downwards. Do

not mow on inclines greater than 20%.

3) Be particularly careful when changing the mowing direction and always maintain a

stable position.

4) Mowing along perimeters of cliffs or steep inclines involves a risk of injury. Keep a safe

distance from perimeters of dangerous terrain when mowing.

5) If the ground is wet the mower could slip due to reduced traction and overturn. Mow

only when the grass is dry.

6) Work only by daylight or in good articial lighting.

Injury Prevention

1) Always maintain a safe distance from the rotating blade by holding and standing behind

the steering handle.

2) Never place your hands, feet, or other parts of the body near rotating parts.

3) Stop the motor when the lawnmower has to be tilted and when travelling over surfaces

other than grass for transporting.

4) Never lift or carry the machine when the motor is running. Remove the plug from the

outlet before handling mower.

5) Switch off the motor and pull out the plug when releasing jambs, removing blockages

in the ejection channel or before checking, cleaning, transporting, adjusting or working on

the lawn mower.

6) If you remove the grass catcher, you or other persons might get injured due to ejected,

mowed materials or foreign objects.

7) Never empty the grass bag while the motor is running. To do this, switch off the lawn

mower.

8) Check the surface which the lawn mower is to be used on and remove all objects that

the machine can eject out of the discharge chute.

9) If a foreign object (e.g. stone) is hit by the cutting blade or the lawn mower starts

vibrating abnormally, stop the motor immediately and remove the plug from the outlet.

Check the lawn mower for damage, and have any damage repaired at an authorized repair

facility.

10) For lawnmowers with rotating blades, never stand in front of the grass disharge chute.

Tripping hazard

When changing directions, be careful not to trip over the mains cable and injure yourself.

Position the extension cord behind you so that it stays out of the path which you are

walking along while mowing, and is kept away from the cutting blade.

1) Stones, branches or other objects lying around can cause damage to the lawn mower

and its operation. Remove all objects from the machine’s path before every use.

2) Do not operate the machine if it is not in perfect working order. Conduct a thorough

visual check before using it. In particular, check that protective equipment, electrical

controls, current-carrying cables and threaded connections are not damaged and are

secure.

3) Replace damaged parts before operating the unit.

CAUTION

Potential damage to the machine.

Operating times

Comply with municipal regulations concerning the times when the mower may be used (if

required, contact your local authority).

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Fig.1

Directions

Details of specic locations on the machine

(e.g. left, right) are always stated as seen from

the steering handle and while facing forward.

(Fig.1)

SAFETY SYMBOLS

Please read all of the safety and operating instructions carefully before using this tool.

Please pay particular attention to all sections of this user manual that carry warning

symbols and notices.

Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields and a full face

shield when operating this product.

Risk of severing of toes or ﬁngers-rotary

mower blade.

Thrown objects from discharge chute/

opening.

Keep bystanders/children away.

Safety alert

Slip hazard

Read the operator’s manual

Double insulation

APPLICATION

Intended Use

The YARD FORCE lawn mower is intended for cutting grass. Any other use is not permit-

ted.

Check the box contents

Carefully remove the lawn mower from its packaging and check that the following parts

are present:

-- Lawn mower body

-- Middle handle

-- Upper handle

-- Lift handle

-- Quick clamps (4 pcs)

-- Cord holder(1 pc)

-- Cable clip(2 pcs)

-- Collection bag

If any parts are missing or damaged, do not try to assemble or operate the lawn mower.

Contact Customer Service at 1-866-206-0888.

Parts list

1. Mower body

2. Adjusting lever for cutting height

3. Collection bag

4. Collection bag cover

5. Full collection window

6. Upper handle

7. Wheel

8. Lower handle

9. Middle handle

10. Quick release lever

11. Switch box

12. Switch bar

13. Power cord

Fig.2

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