LawnMaster ME1218X User manual

Operator's Manual / Manual Del Usuario
12A - 19" 2-IN-1 Electric Mower ME1218X
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Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
Lea todas las normas de seguridad y las instrucciones con detenimiento antes de utilizar esta herramienta.
MNL_ME1218X

CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS
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Contents 2
Specifications 2
Introduction 3
General Safety Rules 3-5
Specific Safety Rules 5-6
Symbols 7-8
Electrical 9-10
Features 11-12
Assembly 13-14
Operation 15-16
Maintenance 17-20
Troubleshooting 21
Exploded View / Parts List
22- 23
Notes 24
Electric Mower ME1218X
Voltage 120 V~60Hz
Electricity 12 A
Motor Speed 3600 RPM
Cutting Width 18" (460mm)
Deck Size
Cutting Height Adjustment 6 Levels (1.5"/38mm - 4"/101.6mm)
Wheel Size 6.7" (170mm)
Weight 35Ibs (16.00kg)
19" (480mm)

INTRODUCTION
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
or serious personal injury.
This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance,
and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain
and operate.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
■ This cutting machine 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.
■ Never allow adults to operate the product without proper instruction.
■ Keep the area clear of all bystanders, children, and pets while mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
■ 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.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other
than the operator.
• Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block
your view of a child.
■ Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves
and footwear is recommended when working outdoors.
■ Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight
footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on
slippery surfaces.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
■ Do not leave the mower unattended while running.
■ Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
■ Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday glasses have only impact resistant
lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury. Use face
mask if operation is dusty.
■ Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when
operating this product.
■ Use the right appliance. Do not use the lawn mower for any job except that for which it is intended.
■ Do not force the lawn mower. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the lawn mower.
A moment of inattention while operating the lawn mower may result in serious personal injury.
■ Keep machine in good working condition. Keep blades sharp and guards in place and in working
order.
■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment
is in safe working condition.
■ Stop the motor and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before cleaning the lawn mower,
removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.
■ When not in use, mower should be stored indoors in a dry, locked up place—out of the reach of
children.
■ To reduce the risk of electric shock, this product has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord.
extension cord, reverse the plug.
A polarized extension cord
plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.
■ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to pull the lawn mower or to disconnect the plug from
an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
■ Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to
use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of
at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
■ WARNING: Use outdoor extension cords marked SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJTA,
SJTW-A,or SJTOWA. These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
■ Do not operate the mower without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other
safety protective devices in place and working.
■ Follow manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use
accessories approved by the manufacturer.
■ 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. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
■ Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders, and
the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction, which may cause the
material to ricochet back toward the operator.
■ Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a slip and fall
accident. Walk, never run.
■ Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block
your view.
■ Do not pull the mower backward unless absolutely necessary. If you must back the mower away
■ 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.
■ 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.
■ If the lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these steps:
• Stop the lawn mower and release the switch control.
• Disconnect the power cord.
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■ 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.
■ Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free
from oil or grease.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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• Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.
• Repair any damage before restarting and continuing to operate the mower.
■ Stop the motor, disconnect the power cord, and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop
before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute. The cutting blade continues to rotate
for a few seconds after the motor is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the blade area
until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating.
■ Disconnect the plug from power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing the lawn mower. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the product
accidentally.
■ If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
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sonnel only. Service or maintenance
■ Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the product. Use of unauthorized parts may
create a risk of serious injury to the user, or damage to the product.
■If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized
service center to avoid risk.
■ Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this
product. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this product. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

SYMBOLS
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SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION / EXPLANATION
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.
Volts
Alternating Current
Amperes
Hertz
Watt
Hours
Class II Construction
Safety Alert
Read The Operator’s Manual
Do not mow up and down
slopes!
Keep all persons and pets
at a safe distance from the
mower while operating!
Keep hands and feet clear of
mower deck and discharge
opening at all times!
Stay behind the handle
when the motor is running!
Objects struck by mower blade can cause
serious injury. Stay behind the handle when the
motor is running. Always ensure persons and
pets are clear of the discharge from the mower
while operating.
Eye Protection Wear eye
protection when operating
this equipment.
Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.
To avoid the risk of injury to bystanders
keep all persons and pets at a safe
distance from the mower while operating.
Rotating blades can cause serious injury.
Keep hands and feet clear of mower deck
and discharge opening at all times. Always
be sure blade has stopped after releasing
switch lever and unplugging before removing
and replacing grass catcher, cleaning,
servicing, transporting or lifting the mower.
To avoid the risk of injury do not mow up
and down slopes. Always mow across
slopes ( Angle≤15°).
You must read the operating instructions
carefully.
Double-insulated construction
Precaution that involve your safety
Frequency (cycles per second)
Power
Time
Current
Voltage
Type Of Current
V
A
zH
W
s
r
h

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always
wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield.
We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with
side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SYMBOLS
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SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTICE:
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated
with this product.
SERVICE
technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest SERVICE CENTER for
repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
( Without Safety Alert Symbol ) Indicates a situation that may
result in property damage.
WARNING
WARNING
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and
understand completely the operator’s manual.
If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this
product. Call customer service for assistance [phone].

ELECTRICAL
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DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the
usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal
motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded.
NOTE: Servicing of a product with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the
return the product to your nearest authorized service center for repair. Always use original factory
replacement parts when servicing.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This product has a precision-built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 120
volts, 60 Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not operate this product on direct current (DC).
A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If the product does
not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the power supply.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an
extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the product will draw. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in overheating and loss of power.
Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed
cords listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) should be used.
When working outdoors with a product, use an extension cord that is designed for outside use.
This type of cord is designated with “WA” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation. It is
possible to tie the extension cord and power cord in a knot to prevent them from becoming
disconnected during use. Make knot as shown, then connect the plug end of the power cord into the
receptacle end of the extension cord. This method can also be used to tie two extension cords
together.
WARNING
The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the
tool’s internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock.

ELECTRICAL
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WARNING
WARNING
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on
lumber, tools, or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool. Failure to do so can result
in serious personal injury.
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace immediately.
Never use the product with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical
shock resulting in serious injury.
Volts
Ampere rating
more than
0 - 6
6 - 10
10 - 12
12 - 16
18
18
16
14
16
16
16
12
16
14
14
14
12
12
Ampere rating
not more than AWG
Not Recommended
120V 25 50 100 150
Total length of cord feet

FEATURES
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FEATURES
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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
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.
1) Cord retainer - A convenient cord retainer helps keep the extension cord connection secure
during mower operation.
2) Height adjustment knob -6 position single handed height adjustment lever.
3) Foldable push handle - ergonomic steel handle makes mowing easy.
4) Lever switch - when engaged, will allow power mower motor.
5) Power button switch - engages power to lever switch allowing for start-up.
6) Power cord - easy attach power cord.
7) Wheel - large 6.7" wheels
8) Mower deck - lightweight never rust mower deck.
9) Side discharge chute.
10) Mulching door.
This product requires assembly.
■ 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.
■ Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated
the product.
■ If any parts are damaged or missing, please call Customer Service (Toll Free 866-384-8432).
PACKING LIST
■ Mower with handle and Switch assembly with motor lead
■ Switch assembly with motor lead with handle bolt, and 4 wing nuts
■ Side discharge chute
■ Operator’s Manual
WARNING
WARNING
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced.
Failure to heed this warning so could result in serious personal injury.
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product.
possible serious personal injury.

ASSEMBLY
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WARNING
WARNING
Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental
starting and possible serious personal injury.
ADJUSTING HANDLE
■ Take the mower out of the box, put it on the ground
■ Pull up and back on the lower handle and upper handle to raise the handles into operating position.
Make certain the handles snap into place.
■ Tighten the handle locking knobs on both sides of the handle to secure.
Tighten all locking knobs but do not over-tighten. There are a total of 4 knobs. 2 knobs found at
middle of handle and 2 knobs found at base of handle, near mower deck.
Never operate the mower without the proper safety devices in place and working. Never operate the
mower with damaged safety devices. Failure to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury.

ASSEMBLY
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CUTTING HEIGHT POSITIONS
Position Cut
1 (LOW) 1.5" (38.0mm )
2 2" (50.7mm )
3 2.5" (63.4mm )
4 3" (76.2mm )
5 3.5" (88.9mm )
6 (HIGH) 4" (101.6mm )
The mower is designed to disperse the clippings back to the lawn. Pull up the cover and insert the side
discharge chute. The side discharge is optional, if you do not need the side discharge, remove from the
mower.
SETTING CUTTING HEIGHT
When shipped, the wheels on the mower are set to a low-cutting position. Before using the mower
st suited for your lawn.
The average lawn height should be between 1" to 4" based on the type of grass grown.
To set the cutting height:
■ To raise the cutting height, grasp the height adjustment lever and move it toward the back of the
mower.
■ To lower the cutting height, grasp the height adjustment knob and move it toward the front of the
mower.
LOW
HIGH

OPERATION
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WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with this type of product to make you careless. Remember that a careless
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this product. Failure
to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product.
The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purpose listed below: Mowing your lawn
STARTING/STOPPING THE MOWER
■ Attach the outlet end of an extension cord to the plug on the rear of the mower.
NOTE: Use only an approved outdoor extension cord as described previously in this manual.
■ Make a loop in the extension cord. From the right side, pass the loop through the hole in the
back of cord retainer and place it around the hook.
■ Press down the switch button and hold it.
■ Pull the lever switch toward the mower handle and let go of the switch button release.
Continue to hold the lever switch against the mower handle as you mow.
■ To stop the mower, release the lever switch.
NOTE: A high-pitched noise and sparking may occur as the electric motor decelerates. This is normal.
Switch Button Lever Switch

OPERATION
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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.
■ To reduce the likelihood of disconnecting the lawn mower from the extension cord, be sure to use
the cord retainer provided.
■ 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.
■ Do not cut wet grass. It will stick to the underside of the deck and prevent proper mulching of grass
clippings.
■ New or thick grass may require a narrower cut.
■ Clean the underside of the mower deck after each use to remove grass clippings, leaves, dirt, and
any other accumulated debris.
MOWING ON A SLOPE
■ Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents that can result in severe injury. Mowing
on slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
For your safety, do not attempt to mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
■Mow across the face of slopes, not 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. Tall grass
can hide obstacles. Remove all objects such as rocks, tree limbs, etc., which could be tripped over
or thrown by the blade.
■ Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are
losing your balance, release the bale switch immediately.
■ Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments; you could lose your footing or balance.

MAINTENANCE
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WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.
Periodically check all nuts and bolts for proper tightness to ensure safe operation of the mower.
Remove any buildup of grass and leaves on or around the motor cover. Wipe the mower clean with
a dry cloth occasionally. Do not use water.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when
blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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. Use clean cloths to remove
dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or cause product damage.
LUBRICATION
ient amount of high grade lubricant for
the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further bearing lubrication is
required. At the beginning and end of each mowing season:
■ Lubricate the springs on the rear discharge door with light oil.
■ Lubricate the height adjustment lever and related hardware with light oil.
■ Remove the wheels and lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel
with light oil.
■ Remove the blade and blade hub assembly and lubricate the motor shaft with light oil or engine
oil. See Replacing the Cutting Blade for instructions on removing the blade.
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product.
The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

WEDGE
A BLOCK
MAINTENANCE
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WARNING
WARNING
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.
Before performing any maintenance, make sure the mower is unplugged from the power supply.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
REPLACING THE CUTTING BLADE
NOTE: Only use identical replacement blades.
■ Stop the motor and disconnect the power supply. Allow the blade to come to a complete stop.
■ Turn the mower on its side.
■ Wedge a block of wood between the blade and the mower deck in order to prevent the blade
from turning when the nut is being removed.
■ Loosen the blade nut using a 14 mm wrench or socket (not provided).
■ Remove the blade nut and blade.
■ Make certain the fan assembly is pushed completely against the motor shaft.
■ 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.
NOTE: Make certain all parts are replaced in the exact order in which they were removed.
■ Torque the blade nut down to 142-159 in. lbs. using a torque wrench (not provided) to ensure the
blade bolt is properly tightened!
NOTE: Only use LawnMaster® replacementparts listed in this manual.
BLADE
BOLT

CAP OF
SHAFT
WHEEL
SHAFT
MAINTENANCE
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SHARPENING THE BLADE
For best mowing performance, the mower blade must be kept sharp. A dull blade does not cut
grass evenly and overloads the motor. Under normal circumstances, sharpening the blade twice
frequent sharpening may be required.
■ Following the instructions in the Replacing the Cutting Blade section, remove the mower blade.
DO NOT attempt to sharpen the blade while it is attached to the mower.
REPLACING WHEELS
To replace a wheel:
■ Disconnect the mower from the power supply.
■ Turn the mower on its side.
■ Remove the wheel, replace with new wheel.
■ Replace hubcap.
WARNING
When removing, inspect the blade carefully. If blade is bent or damaged, replace immediately with a
new blade. Failure to replace a bent or damaged blade could cause an accident resulting in possible
serious injury

FIXED
PLATE
LOWER
HANDLE
ASSEMBLY
UPPER
HANDLE
HANDLE
LOCKS
MAINTENANCE
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STORING THE MOWER
■ Disconnect the mower from the power supply.
■ Turn mower on its side and clean grass clippings that have accumulated on the underside of the
mower deck.
■ Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth.
■ Check all nuts, bolts, knobs, screws, fasteners, etc., for tightness.
■ Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and wear. Have repairs made on any damaged or
missing parts.
■ Store mower indoors in a clean, dry place out of the reach of children.
■ Do not store near corrosive materials such as fertilizer or rock salt.
To lower the handle before storing:
■ Loosen the handle locks on the sides of the handle and fold the upper handle down.
■ Push inward on each side of the lower handle, and lift the sides of the lower handle past the
edges of the handle mounting brackets.
■ Fold the lower handle forward, making sure not to bend or kink the power cord.