ITEM #0632477 21 IN., 80 V LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS MOWER MODEL #KM2180B-06 Français p. 23 KOBALT® and the K Design® are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Español p. 45 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number Purchase Date Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday. kobalttools.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 Package Contents................................................................................................................. 3 Hardware Contents................................................................................................................ 4 Safety Information................................................................................................................. 7 Preparation ..................................................................................
PACKAGE CONTENTS C B F D E A PART A B C D E F DESCRIPTION Lawn mower Mulching plug Side discharge chute Grass catcher bag Charger Battery 80 V 2ah QUANTITY 1 1 1 1 1 2 kobalttools.
HARDWARE CONTENTS (not shown actual size) AA BB Handle knob Handle bolt Qty. 2 Qty. 2 kobalttools.
SYMBOLS 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. SYMBOLS V A Hz W/Hrs. DESIGNATION / EXPLANATION Volts Amperes Hertz Watts/Hours Precautions that involve your safety. To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand user’s manual before using this product. Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SYMBOLS Save these Instructions The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL DANGER MEANING 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 WARNING result in death or serious injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION General safety rules Read all instructions carefully WARNING This symbol indicates important safety instructions. If these instructions are not followed, it could endanger the personal safety and/or property of the operator and others. Read and understand all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate the mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING • To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you have read this owner’s manual thoroughly and understand it completely. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in this Owner’s Manual, do not use this product. Call 1-888-356-2258 for assistance. The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
SAFETY INFORMATION • Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking. If you must back the mower away from steps: • Step back from the mower in order to fully extend your arms. • Be sure that you are well balanced. • Pull the mower back slowly. • Do not use the mower for any job except that for which it is intended. Do not force the mower.
SAFETY INFORMATION Battery and Charger CAUTION Use only 80 V Kobalt approved replacement batteries, other batteries may cause injury or damage to the mower. Battery safety rules • Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery tool or when $ personal injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION • Do not abuse the charger cord. Never carry the charger by the cord. Do not disconnect the charger from the outlet by pulling the charger cord. • Do not use a damaged charger. Replace the charger cords or the charger immediately. • Keep the mower and the charger away from water, heat sources (radiators, heaters, stoves, etc.), • Make sure the battery is secured in the charger. • The battery will become slightly warm to the touch while charging.
SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater than 15° (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 ft. every 10 ft.). Mow across the face of a slope, and never up and down. PREPARATION Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the product. UNPACKING • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS • • • • • WARNING If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Using a product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury. Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this ' > leading to possible serious personal injury.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2. Removing the mulching plug • To remove the mulching plug (B), lift the rear discharge cover (I). • Grasp the handle of the mulching plug and pull the mulching plug (B) out using the handle. • The mulching plug (B) is inserted on an angle, so it requires some force to remove it. • The mulching plug (B) must be removed in order to install the grass catcher bag. • The mulching plug (B) must be re-installed when the grass catcher bag is removed. 2 I B 3.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Always remove battery from your tool when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing battery will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury. 5. To install battery • Lift and hold up the battery door (M). • Align the battery with the mower’s battery port. • Make sure the battery release button (K) snaps in place and that battery is fully seated and secure in the mower before beginning operation.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Starting/Stopping the mower a. To start the mower: • Raise the battery door. • Install battery. • Press and hold the safety lock-out button (L). • Pull the bail lever (N) upward to the handle to start the mower and release the button. b. To stop the mower: • Release the bail lever (N). 1 N a b L 2. Soft-Start This LI-ION mower is equipped with a “soft-start” feature. When initially starting up, the mower will take approx. 3 seconds to get up to full speed.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Mowing tips Note: A sharp blade will greatly enhance the performance of the mower, especially when cutting high grass. Be sure to check the blade and to sharpen it at least once per year. • Verify that the lawn is free of stones, sticks, wires, and other objects that could damage the blades or the motor. These objects could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction, and could cause serious personal injury to the operator and to others.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Replacing the cutting blade WARNING Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves and/or wrapping the cutting edges with rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the blades. Always remove the battery when servicing or transporting the mower. Use only a Kobalt replacement blade. (Item #0648547, sold separately). Remove battery.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Storing the mower The following steps should be taken in order to prepare the lawn mower for storage. • Clean the mower as described in the previous section. • Inspect the blade, and replace it or sharpen it, if required. • Store the mower in a dry, clean location. Do not store it next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer or rock salt. • Store the mower indoors in a cool, dry place, out of the reach of children. Do not cover the lawn mower with a solid plastic sheet.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE • • • • • • For best and safest performance, maintain the mower with care. Keep the mower blade sharp and clean. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight in order to be sure that the equipment is in safe working condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Check them regularly for proper operation. After striking a foreign object, stop the motor.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE The mower vibrates 1. The motor shaft is bent. at high speed. 2. Mower turns off during mowing. 1. 2. 3. 4. CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Stop the motor, disconnect the mower from the power source, and inspect it for damage. Repair the mower before restarting. If the vibration persists, call 1-888-3562258. The blade is unbalanced. 2. Call 1-888-356-2258. The battery is not charged. 1. Charge the battery. Grass or debris is jammed between 2.
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday. AA BB EE CC DD GG FF PART AA BB CC DD EE FF GG DESCRIPTION Handle bolt Handle knob Grass bag Side discharge cover Front wheel Rear wheel Mulching plug PART # 3220436 3410835-4 349011179-1 341231179 341081505 341011163 341351179 Printed in China Kobalt® is a registered trademark of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. kobalttools.
