NaturCut IDEAL User manual

Owner’s Manual
for
NaturCut ™
Model IDEAL

Table of Contents
Welcome ............................................................................. 1
Warranty ............................................................................ 1
Use of This Product .............................................................. 1
Assembly ............................................................................ 2
Assembly Parts ............................................................ 2
Assemble Handle Section .............................................. 2
Adjust Cutting Height ................................................... 3
Operations .......................................................................... 4
Inspect Mowing Area .................................................... 4
Normal Mowing ............................................................ 4
Using Grass Catcher ..................................................... 4
Mowing: General Information ................................................ 6
1/3 Rule ..................................................................... 6
Maintenance ........................................................................ 6
Cleaning ..................................................................... 6
General Maintenance .................................................... 6
Storage ...................................................................... 7
Re-adjust Blade Clearance ............................................ 7
Technical Data ..................................................................... 8
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Owner’s Manual — IDEAL
Congratulations on your purchase of a IDEAL mower. This and our
other NaturCut products originate from our commitment to
conscientious gardening solutions. Please use this manual as a
reference.
NaturCut (the Manufacturer) guarantees this product for private
use for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. This guarantee
applies to all serious defects of the product that can be proven to
have been caused by faulty materials or workmanship. The
Manufacturer has the option of supplying a replacement of the
product in perfect working order or repairing the product free of
charge at an authorized facility, provided that the following
conditions are fulfilled:
•The product has been handled correctly and in accordance with
the instructions in the Owner’s Manual.
•Neither the buyer nor a third party has attempted to repair or
alter the product.
This guarantee is void if replacement parts or accessories are used
other than those approved by the Manufacturer.
The product, accompanied by a copy of the original receipt, must be
delivered, prepaid, to a service center authorized by the
Manufacturer.
This Manufacturer’s guarantee shall not affect any guarantee claims
against the dealer or seller of the product.
This mower is designed for use on residential lawns. It is not
designed for commercial use or for use in public facilities, parks,
sporting grounds, roads, or in agriculture or forestry areas.
This mower is for cutting lawns only. It must not be used to trim
hedges, bushes or shrubs, for cutting or pruning, or for any mowing
where both wheels and the roller are not fully supporting the
mower.
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WELCOME
WARRANTY
USE OF THIS PRODUCT

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ASSEMBLY PARTS
ASSEMBLE AND ATTACH THE HANDLE
Fit the lower section of the handle over the handle posts on either
side of the mower. Then place the washer over the post, insert the
cotter pin and bend its ends back over the post as shown in above
left photo. Continue assembly of the middle and top sections of the
handle using the handle bolts and wing nuts as shown in above
right photo.
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ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT
The cutting height of the IDEAL may be adjusted from
approximately 1.5 inch up to approximately 3.5 inches. Actual
height may vary according to the density of the turf. Adjust the
mower to the desired height first by rocking the handle forward so
that it is sitting on the ground and the mower is upside down. The
black height adjustment knobs are on the right and left of the
mower body.
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Unscrew each black adjusting knob, reposition each rear adjustment
arm to one of its six position holes (note: the handle is attached to
and moves with the adjusting arm) and retighten the black
adjusting knob. The mower is now ready to mow at the new height
setting.
INSPECT THE MOWING AREA
1. Before beginning to mow, remove any foreign objects, such as
stones, branches, or toys, from the area.
2. Continue to check for such obstacles during mowing.
The Lawn Should Be Relatively Dry
1. Mowing wet grass causes an uneven cut and can cause damage
to the electrical components of the mower.
2. Do not mow when it is raining.
NORMAL MOWING
To obtain a clean cut, push the mower in straight lines (passes) at a
deliberate walking pace. Overlap the passes to even the cut and to
avoid any uncut strips.
MOWING USING THE GRASS CATCHER (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY)
The grass catcher collects the clippings as it mows.
The grass catcher attaches at the grass catcher hooks on the mower
and by the strap to the lower handle, as seen below.
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WARNING
•Before starting the mower, check within the blade area for any
foreign objects and remove them.
•Do not operate the mower on areas other than turf surfaces.
The mower should be sitting upright on a level part of the lawn
before starting operation
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OPERATION

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Mow using the same procedure as for normal mowing (described
above).
THE 1/3 RULE
This is the key to enjoyable mowing and a healthy lawn.
1. The lawn should be mowed regularly, at least once a week during
the growing season.
2. Be guided by observing the lawn and taking care not to remove
more than 1/3 of the total height of the turf at any mowing.
3. Following this rule will stimulate the turf’s root growth, maintain its
health, and encourage its natural ability to crowd out unwanted
weeds.
If the lawn has become too high (over 4 inches in height) then it is
best to set the mower to the highest setting to mow. After mowing,
reset down to the normal level and mow again within a day or two.
Removing too much of the turf’s height, especially in the heat of
summer, can cause root shock and weaken the lawn; bringing down
the height by successive mowings over two or more days can avoid
this damage and maintain the health of the turf.
If the lawn is overgrown (to higher than 4 inches) it may be advisable
to use a brush cutter to remove the excess turf mass before resuming
mowing at normal heights.
CLEANING
After using the mower, clean with a moist cloth. Spray the cylinder
and cutting bar with silicon spray lube.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Regularly check to insure that all bolts, nuts, and screws are tight and
that the mower is in good working order. Worn out and damaged parts
should be replaced.
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MOWING: GENERAL INFORMATION
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The blades, if properly cared for, will mow for years before requiring
sharpening. Sharpening can only be done by a professional using
a cylinder grinder and proper techniques.
STORAGE
1. Store the mower in a cool, dry place.
2. The mower should be stored out of the reach of children.
READJUSTING THE BLADE CLEARANCE
The blades are optimally adjusted from the factory. However, after
using the mower for a long period, if the cut is not clean, the blades
need readjusting. The procedure is as follows:
1. Turn the mower over to expose the cutting bar on the bottom of the
mower.
Using a 10mm wrench, tighten the hex bolt approximately 1/8 turn
at one end of the cutting bar until the cutting bar and cylinder come
into contact. Moving the blade cylinder by hand, back off the bolt
approximately 1/16 turn (slightly) until the cutting bar and cylinder
are no longer in contact.
Make the same adjustment at the other end of the cutting bar.
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2. You may check the adjustment using the small 0.05mm/0.002 inch
gauge (silver strip) supplied with the mower (or any 0.05mm/0.002
inch feeler gauge). If the gauge is touched by the cylinder blades
but the cylinder and cutting bar are not touching then the
adjustment is correct.
3. The blades may also be tested by inserting a piece of paper
vertically into the blades while turning them by hand.
Mower Cutting width: 40 cm (16 inches)
Weight: 9.1 kg (20 lb)
Cutting height approximate: 13-75 mm (.5 - 3 inches)
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TECHNICAL DATA
WARNING
Blades are sharp! Be careful of injury —
handle the blades carefully to avoid
cutting yourself. Wear appropriate gloves
or hand
p
rotection.
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