40-Volt Cordless Lawn Mower A40GC20B01 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Original Instructions WARNING: Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool. Improper use can cause serious or fatal injury.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Symbols ............................................................................................................................................... 3 Safety Instructions............................................................................................................................ 4-5 Safety Rules for Cordless Lawn Mower ....................................................................................................... 6-9 Specifications .........................
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS! WARNING: Some dust created by power cutting contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: ◾ Lead from lead-based paints ◾ Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and ◾ Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work.
SAFETY SYMBOLS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard. Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this product.
DANGER — Steep Slope Use extra caution on slopes. Do not mow slopes greater than Hazard 15 degrees. Beware of sharp blades Blades continue to rotate after the motor is switched off-Remove disabling device before maintenance.
Recycle Symbols This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.
Battery Tool Use And Care Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack. Use the lawn mowers only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and footwear is recommended when working outdoors. 4) Use Right Appliance – Do not use lawn mower for any job except that for which it is intended. 5) Don’t Force Lawn Mower – It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. 6) Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 7) Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate lawn mower when you are tired.
mower and mowing activity. They do not understand the dangers. 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 the mower off if a child enters the area. ◾ Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child who may run into the mower.
◾ Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, toys and other foreign objects that could be tripped over or picked up and thrown by the blade. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. ◾ Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against walls or obstructions, which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.
◾ Stay alert – watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the lawn mower when you are tired. ◾ The motor/blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation. Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade. The motor/blade control handle must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released.
OPERATION ON A SLOPE: Slopes are a major factor related to slip-and-fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. Operation on slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. For your safety, use the slope gauge on page 22 to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees, do not mow it. Do: ◾ Mow across the face of slopes; never mow up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
SERVICE WARNING: Grass bag components, the discharge cover, side discharge chute, mulching insert and trailing shield are subject to wear and damage, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown and could increase the risk of injury. For safety protection, frequently check all components and replace damaged components immediately with identical replacement parts, listed in this manual.
thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the damage before operating the mower. ◾ Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. ◾ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you lend this tool to someone else, also lend these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possibly injury.
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a new generation of 40V Lithium-ion powered lawn mower. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact HENX customer service center (866) 678-8989. This manual contains important information on the safe assembly, operation and maintenance of your mower. Read it carefully before using the mower.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number A40GC20B01 Voltage 40V DC No-Load Speed 0-2800rpm / 0-3200rpm Approximate Cutting Height Setting 5 5 different cutting heights from 11/5”(30mm) to 3”(75mm) are available. Deck Cutting Size 20” (510mm) Grass Bag Volume 60L Mower Weight (Without battery pack; with mulching insert) 52 lb.
APPROXIMATE RUNNING TIME Battery pack type Lithium-ion A40B25B01 30 min. A40B50B01 45 min. A40B75B01 60 min. NOTICE: The actual running time will vary with grass condition: species, density, moisture, etc. ASSEMBLY WARNING: To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts. WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this mower.
Grass bag frame 1 Side Discharge Chute 1 Mulching insert (pre-installed in mower) 1 Operator’s manual 1 13
DESCRIPTION 1a Handle Control Panel Safety Button LED headlight Power Indicator Bail switch (Switch Lever) Handle-Locking Clamp Side Rail Handle-Locking Clamp Rear-Discharge Door Start Button Low speed mode Quick-Adjust Lever Rear Handle Battery-Pack Cove Grass Bag LED Headlights Front Handle Rear Wheel Front Wheel Cutting-Height Adjustment Lever 1c 1b Support for Upright Storage Rear Discharge Door Connection socket for backpack battery Trailing Shield 14
1d 1e Dual battery port battery-release Mulching Insert button Side Discharge Chute (available separately) WARNING: The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual, as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. SAFETY BUTTON The safety button must be pressed down before the motor can be started.
QUICK-ADJUST LEVER Locks/unlocks the handle position when adjusting the angle of the mower handle, there will be 3 positions available: 1. Locked Storage Position 2. Grass Bag Attachment/Removal Position 3. Operating Position TRAILING SHIELD & REAR DISCHARGE DOOR The trailing shield is designed to minimize stones or other objects being thrown backward by the mower blade. The shield and the rear door minimize the possibility of accidental foot contact with the blade.
OPERATION ADJUSTING THE FOLDABLE HANDLE 2 Press the Quick- WARNING: Do not attempt to start the mower until the handle has been locked at Operating Position. Adjust Lever 1. LOCKED STORAGE POSITION: Your mower is shipped with the handle in the compact, locked position (Fig. 2). 2. GRASS BAG ATTACHMENT/REMOVAL POSITION: Press and hold the quickadjust lever with your right hand to release the handle from the locked storage position.
ATTACHING/REMOVING THE GRASS BAG WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustment to the lawn mower without first stopping the motor, removing the battery pack and waiting for the blade to stop rotating. 6 Rear Discharge Door Hook NOTICE: Remove the mulching insert or side discharge chute before attaching the grass bag on the mower; 1. Remove the battery. 2. Adjust the handle to the Grass Bag Attachment/Removal Position (please see ADJUSTING THE FOLDABLE HANDLE). 3. Lift the rear-discharge door. 4.
ATTACHING/REMOVING THE SIDE DISCHARGE CHUTE 8a (available separately) (Fig. 8a & b) WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustment to the lawn mower without first stopping the motor, removing the battery pack and waiting for the blade to stop rotating. 1. Remove the battery. 2. Lift the rear-discharge door. 3. Align the lower edge of the discharge with the groove of the door sill and insert it into the slot. 4. Push the top of the discharge and insert it into the mower.
10 battery-pack cover TO ATTACH/DETACH THE BATTERY PACK (Fig. 10 &11) CHARGE BEFORE FIRST USE. WARNING: If any parts are broken or missing, do not attempt to attach the battery pack to the mower or operate the mower until the broken or missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. 1. The battery cover is hinged. Raise the battery cover by lifting the front of the cover. 2.
STARTING/STOPPING THE MOWER (Fig. 12, 13 & 14) 12 WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into your or others’ eyes, which can damage eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower or while performing any adjustments or repairs on the mower. WARNING: Ensure that other people and pets remain at least 100’ (30m) away from the mower when it is in use. WARNING: The blade will continue to rotate for a few seconds after the mower is turned off.
LED HEADLIGHTS (Fig. 15) 15 The LED headlights are located on the front of the battery compartment. LED Headlights To turn on the lights, press the switch button (Fig. 15). The headlights provide bright light in front of the mower. To turn off the headlights, press the switch button again.
MOWER OVERLOAD PROTECTION To prevent overload conditions, do not try to remove too much grass at one time. Slow down your cutting pace or raise the cut height. Your mower has built-in overload circuit protection. When the mower is overloaded, the motor will stop and the power indicator on the mower will flash red. Remove the battery pack from the mower. Check to see if grass has collected beneath the deck and clear it if necessary, then install the battery and restart the mower.
MULCHING TIPS WARNING: Inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wire and other debris that might be thrown by the rotating blade. ◾ Release the switch to turn off the mower blade rotation when crossing any graveled areas; stones can be thrown by a rotating blade. ◾ Set the mower to the highest cutting height when mowing on uneven ground or in tall growth.
Sight and hold the line level with a vertical tree… Sight and hold the line level with a pole… or a corner of a building… or a fence post 15° 24
MAINTENANCE WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the mower before cleaning or performing any maintenance. WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician. CLEANING THE MOWER WARNING: Always remove the battery pack when servicing or transporting the mower.
INSTALLING THE BLADE gloves or wrapping the cutting edges with rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the mower blade. 18 Always remove the battery pack when servicing or transporting the mower. NOTICE: To re-install or replace the blade, be sure to replace the parts in the exact order in which they were removed (Fig. 18). Bolt 1. Mount the inner flange to the fan (Fig. 19). 2. Mount the fan and the inner flange onto the motor shaft with the fan blade towards the deck (Fig. 20).
3. While wearing protective gloves, position the blade on the inner flange with the surface stating “THIS SIDE FACING GRASS” facing toward the outside (Fig. 21). 4. Determine the direction of blade according to the position of mounting holes. 5. Mount the bolt into the shaft and turn it clockwise by hand to pre-tighten it. 6.
SHARPING FREQUENCY 24 Sharpening the blade twice during a mowing season is usually sufficient under normal circumstances. Sand causes the blade to dull quickly; if your lawn has sandy soil, more frequent sharpening may be required. WHEN SHARPENING THE BLADE: ◾ Make sure that the blade remains balanced. ◾ Sharpen the blade at the original cutting angle. ◾ Sharpen the cutting edges on both ends of the blade, removing an equal amount of material from each end. TO SHARPEN BLADE IN A VISE: 1.
LUBRICATION Lubricate with light oil as directed below at least once each season after the battery pack is removed. ◾ 26 spring 27 Pivo t Periodically lubricate the spring and pivot pin in the quick-adjust lever, the torsion spring and pivot of the rear-discharge door with light oil to prevent rust (Fig. 26 & 27). ◾ Torsion Spring Pivot Pin Place the mower into the locked storage position: 28 1.
29a REPLACING THE WHEELS (Fig. 29a &29b ) Dust Cover WARNING: Always remove the battery pack when servicing or transporting the mower. Bolt 1. Turn the mower over on its side and lean the upper surface against the wall 2. Use a flat-edged screwdriver to pry the dust cover off the wheels. Round Recess 3. Use an adjustable or 1/2 inch (13 mm) wrench to turn the Facing outside bolt counterclockwise to loosen it. Front wheel 4. Remove bolts and worn wheels from axle 5.
STORING THE MOWER The following steps should be taken in order to prepare the lawn mower for storage. 1. Remove the battery pack from the mower and store it at room temperature in a dry location. 2. Clean the mower as described earlier in the maintenance section. 3. Inspect the blade and replace it or sharpen it if required. 4. Lubricate the mower. 5. Store the mower in a dry, clean location. Do not store it next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer or rock salt. 6.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Always remove the battery pack when servicing or transporting the mower. Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves or wrapping the cutting edges with rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the mower blade. Problem Cause Solution The mower fails to start ◾ The battery pack is depleted. ◾ Charge the battery pack. ◾ The battery pack is not mounted in place ◾ Attach the battery pack to the mower; in the battery compartment.
The mower stops while mowing ◾ The battery pack is depleted. ◾ Charge the battery pack. ◾ Mower is in overload condition. ◾ Raise the cutting height or slow down ◾ Mower deck is clogged with grass the mowing. ◾ and debris. ◾ The battery or mower circuitry is too hot. ◾ The side rail is retracted a little by the Unclog the mower deck. Raise the cutting height, or cut a narrow swath. ◾ pushing force applying on the handle.
Problem Cause Solution The mower does not mulch properly ◾ ◾ Wet grass clippings are sticking to the underside of the deck. ◾ mowing. The mower is set to cut too much grass ◾ at once. There is excessive vibration Wait until the grass dries before Raise the deck to a higher cutting height setting. ◾ The cutting blade is loose. ◾ Tighten the blade bolt. ◾ The cutting blade is unbalanced. ◾ Balance the blade following the ◾ The cutting blade is bent. ◾ The motor shaft is bent.
WARRANTY HENX WARRANTY POLICY 2 year limited warranty on HENX outdoor power equipment and 2 year limited warranty on HENX battery packs and chargers. Please contact HENX Customer Service at (866) 678-8989 any time you have questions or warranty claims. LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY FOR TWO YEARS from the date of original retail purchase, this HENX product is warranted against defects in material or workmanship. Defective product will receive free repair.
PARTS LIST 40V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER The Model Number will be found on the Nameplate attached to the rear-discharge door of the lawn mower. Always mention the Model Number when ordering parts for this tool.
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