Task Force 227682 User manual

Owner’s Manual
Item # 227681
Item # 227682
14 in. Reel mower
16 in. Reel mower
Item No. 227681 227682
Cutting Path 14 in. 16 in.
Height Adjustments 5/8 - 1 7/8 in. 5/8 - 1 7/8 in.
Wheel Qty. 2 2
Weight 17 1/2 Ib. 19.8 Ib.
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WARNING: Read all instructions in this owner’s manual before using the reel mower.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Assembling the handle:
Before attempting to assemble empty carton and compare parts with parts list below. If any item is missing or damaged
contact customer service for replacement.
Parts List(Fig.1)
1. Top handle
2. Centre handle pieces
3. Left lower handle
4. Right lower handle
5. Foam grip
6. 1 3/8 in. bolts
7. Flat washer
8. C-clip
9. Wing nut
Tools Required
Pliers (Not included)
Assembly Instructions: Refer to diagram above.
NOTE: Do not completely tighten bolts until assembly is complete.
1. Insert the 2 center handle pieces (2) into the left and right side of the top handle (1) and secure with two 1 3/8in. bolts (6) ,
flat washer (7) and wing nuts (9) provided.
2. Connect the right lower handle (4) with the left lower handle (3) and secure with two 1 3/8 in. bolts (6), flat washer (7)
and wing nuts (9) provided.
3. Attach the top handle subassembly previously assembled, to the lower handle subassembly using four 1 3/8in. bolts (6),
flat washer (7) and wing nuts (9) provided.
4. Tighten all the wing nuts on the joints of the handle assembly.
Attaching the handle to the mower base:
1. Align holes at the lower end of each handle arm with short posts extending
from the mower base side plates. Slide lower ends of handle arms onto posts.
2. After handle arm holes are on posts, using pliers snap C-clips (8) onto the
This product normally requires 6 to 10 minutes for assembly.
SAFETY RULES
• Never place hands, fingers or feet inside the reel. Although a motor does not power this mower, when the wheels turn
the reel spins and can cut.
• Never mow when grass is wet as it can be slippery.
• Do not use the reel mower while barefoot or while wearing sandals.
• Walk behind, never run, while using reel mower. Always make sure of your footing when using this reel mower.
• Never intentionally strike or hit trees, fences, etc. This can cause injuries or severely damage the reel mower
mechanisms.
• Make sure your reel mower is in a safe operating condition. Do not attempt to operate this reel mower if damaged.
Contact customer service or have the reel mower repaired by a qualified repair service provider before using.
slotted posts on both sides to secure handle.
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Mower blade adjustments
WARNING: BLADES ARE EXTREMELY SHARP. BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL NOT TO TOUCH BLADES WHEN
MAKING ADJUSTMENTS TO AVOID INJURY.
Note: Blades are factory adjusted.
Adjustment
nut
•Blades have been pre-adjusted prior to leaving the factory.
•Misalignment can occur, often caused by blades being too loose or too tight. This can
cause an uneven cut or mower being hard to push.
•Each end of the cutting bar can be adjusted separately.
•The cutting bar blade, located under the reel, pivots. The two adjustment nuts at the
back of the move cutter bar away, if turned counter-clockwise, or closer to the blades, if
turned clockwise.
CAUTION: Αdjusting the screws for blade adjustments is a very sensitive procedure. A turn of 1/16 is considered a major
adjustment. Βefore tightening one adjusting screw, make sure to loosen the opposite screw an equal amount.
TROUBLESHOOTINGADJUSTMENTS
1. Turn mower upside-down.
2. Insert a piece of paper between cutter bar and reel blades, and slowly turn wheel by hand.
3. All blades should slice the paper evenly, along the entire length of the cutter bar while the reel turns smoothly.
4. If mower has an intermittent cut, adjustment should be made to the appropriate side of blades to attain proper cutting
action.
WARNING:Do not over-tighten adjusting screws, as this could damage
cutter bar. Both screws must be tight on final adjustment.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Minimum care is required to ensure smooth operation of your mower.
2. To avoid damage to mower or cutting blades, keep area to be mowed free from debris.
3. For best results, regularly apply lubricant to mower’s cutting surfaces, cutting reel axle shaft and wheels.
WARNING:Clean any grinding compound or debris from the cutter bar
blade, reel blade, pinions and pawls.
NOTE: Use industrial or valve lapping compound between 100–240 grit. Lubricate the axle and pinion with a light film of
wheel bearing grease.
OPERATION
Cutting height adjustments
1. The cutting height of the 14 and 16 in. reel mowers can be adjusted from 5/8 – 1 7/8 in.
using the roller assembly. Adjustment
nut
2. For the lowest cutting position, loosen and remove the adjustment nuts on both sides of
roller assembly. Position bolt through the bottom hole of the plastic roller bracket and
top hole of the mower side plate.
3. For highest cutting position, loosen and remove the adjustment nuts on both sides of
roller assembly. Position bolt through the top hole of the plastic roller bracket and the
bottom hole of the mower side plate.
4. For other cutting heights, position bolts through the preset height locations.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
The manufacturer warrants to the original purchaser that each new product and service part is free
from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any
defective product or part as follows from the original date of purchase.
1 YEAR—Warranty on all electric/cordless OPE products.
THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE AND DOES NOT COVER:
•Products sold damaged or incomplete, sold “as is”, sold reconditioned or used as rental
equipment.
•Delivery, installation or normal adjustments explained in the owner’s manual.
•Damage or liability caused by shipping, improper handling, improper installation, incorrect
voltage or improper wiring, improper maintenance, improper modification, or the use of
accessories and /or attachments not specifically recommended.
•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, or the failure to install, operate,
maintain and store the product according to the instructions in the owner’s manual.
•Damage caused by cold, heat, rain, excessive humidity, corrosive environments and materials,
or other contaminants.
•Expendable items that become worn during normal use.
•Cosmetic defects that do not interfere with tool functionality.
•Freight costs from customer to vendor.
•Repair and transportation costs of products or parts determined not to be defective.
•ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS, DAMAGE, OR EXPENSE THAT
MAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above limitations may not apply to you.
WARRANTY REPLACEMENT PARTS are available by calling the toll free number, 1-800-444-6742,
8:00am – 5:00pm EST, Monday through Friday.
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Replacement parts list
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Item Description Qty
1 Housing 1
2 Reel cut 1
3 Top push handle 1
4 Center handle pieces 2
5 Lower handle 2
6 Spring 2
7 Spring Washer 2
8 Bearing 2
9 Wheel cover 2
10 Gear wheel 2
11 Pin 2
12 Shaft 1
13 Foam grip 1
14 Washer 2
15 Bolt 2
16 Wheel 2
17 Cutting bar adjustment lever 2
18 Flat Washer 2
19 High adjustment Knob 2
20 Long rear roller 1
21 Short rear roller 2
22 Long shaft 1
23 Knob 8
24 Bolt 8
25 c-clip 2
26 Flat washer 10
27 Locked nut 2
29 Spring washer 2
30 c-clip 2
31 Rubber sleeve 1
32 Cutting high adjustment 2
Printed in China
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