7 -----■■■■■ ■-----■■■■ Save This Manual for Future Reference YARDMAX� Walk-Behind Lawn Mower Operator's Manual MODEL NUMBER □ YG0545 □ YG1550 SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASE DATE Both model number and serial number may be found on the main label.(SeePqe2,Fi,ure 1) You should record both of them in a safe place for future use. A WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE SAFET Y INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MANUAL MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
7 Your new YARDMAX® lawn mower offers quality construction and is easy and safe to operate. With proper use and care, it is designed to give you many years of dependable service.
Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new unit. Pay attention to all cautions and warnings. A WARNING This walk-behind lawn mower is intended to be used by residential homeowners. it is designed primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns on residential properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses. It starts easy and cuts cleanly. The efficiency of the cutting system leaves your lawn looking spotless and clean.
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Walk-Behind Lawn Mower » Operator’s Manual SPECIFICATIONS Model # YG0545 YG1550 Manual Push Manual Push Mulch, Side Discharge Mulch, Side Discharge 20" 21" Max. Cutting Height 2.75" 3.55" Min. Cutting Height 1" 1.05" Cutting Height Options 7 positions 7 positions Deck Material 16 Gauge 16 Gauge Deck Type Stamped Stamped N/A N/A YARDMAX YARDMAX Gas Gas Starting System Recoil Recoil Displacement 170 cc 170 cc Engine Torque 6.50 ft.-lb 6.50 ft.-lb 0.21 gallon (0.
SYMBOLS The rating plate on your machine may show symbols. These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use. DANGER Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Wipe up any gasoline that spills. Keep away from any flammables when operating the engine. WARNING CAUTION Read these instructions carefully. Always stop the engine before refueling. Wear approved hearing protection.
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower » Operator’s Manual SAFETY The definitions below give the level of severity for each signal word. This symbol points out important safety instructions. This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands, toes and feet and throwing foreign objects.
Do not operate the machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication that could affect your ability to use it properly. the muffler is missing or defective. A defective muffler increases the noise level and the risk of fire. Examine the muffler regularly to make sure that it is attached correctly and not damaged. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs and steeltoed shoes are recommended.
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from sparks, open flames, or other sources of ignition. Never store fuel or a machine with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach a spark, open flame, or any other source of ignition, such as a water heater, furnace, or clothes dryer. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. » Operator’s Manual • the product is incorrectly repaired.
If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. This manual cannot include all situations that can occur when you use the product. Be careful and use your common sense. Do not operate the product or do maintenance to the product if you are not sure about the situation. Contact Customer Support for assistance.
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower » Operator’s Manual CONTENTS SUPPLIED Your YARDMAX lawn mower comes partially assembled and contains the following: YG0545 5 9 1 10 3 11 7 2 HARDWARE KIT 6 12 8 4 YG1550 1 9 5 2 10 6 11 3 7 HARDWARE KIT 5 12 4 8 NOTE This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all models and the model depicted may differ from yours. 1. Intermediate Connecting Handlebar (1 pair) 10.
ASSEMBLY This lawn mower was partially assembled at the factory. To assemble your machine follow the below instructions. LOWER HANDLE WHEELS Align the holes in the lower handlebar with the holes in the mowing housing. Secure and tighten by using M8x40 screws, flat washers and nuts. (See Figure 2) Assemble the four wheels by securing with four M10 nuts and washers.
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower » Operator’s Manual INTERMEDIATE CONNECTING HANDLEBARS UPPER HANDLE Align the holes in the connecting handlebars and lower handle. Insert the bolts and secure with wing knobs. (See Figure 4) Align the holes in the upper handle and the holes in connecting handlebars to set a comfortable height position for the handle, then secure and tighten by using bolts and wing knobs.
CABLE POSITIONING 1 2 1. Hold the engine start/stop control lever against the upper handle. 2. Slowly pull starter rope handle from engine and slip starter rope into the rope guide. 3. Tighten rope guide knob. 4. Hook the Z-fitting of engine stop control cable into the hole in the engine start/stop control lever. 1 5. Use cable tie to secure engine stop cable. 2 Figure 7 SHIELD-TRAILING Attach the shield-trailing to the machine.
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower » Operator’s Manual KNOW YOUR MACHINE FEATURES AND CONTROLS Engine Start/Stop Control Upper Handle Recoil Starter Intermediate Connecting Handlebar Lower Handle Fuel Cap Rear Wheel Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Side Discharge Chute Mulch Cover Front Wheel Know Your Machine | 14
Engine Start/Stop Control The engine start/stop control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit. Release it to stop engine and blade. This engine start/stop control is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation. Side Discharge Chute Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To discharge the grass clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions on page 13 in the Assembly section to attach the side discharge chute .
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower » Operator’s Manual OPERATION This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Engine Operator’s Manual before starting or running your machine. ADDING GASOLINE TO ENGINE NOTE ADDING OIL TO ENGINE Fill the fuel tank outdoors, n e ve r i n d o o r s . G a s o l i n e vapors can ignite if they collect inside an enclosure. Explosion can result. WARNING 1.
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The cutting height can be adjusted to 7 different positions. Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut. Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements. Medium position is best for most lawns. Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury. WARNING To change cutting height, squeeze height adjustment lever in the direction of the wheel. Move the wheel up or down for your cutting requirements.
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower » Operator’s Manual BLADE CONTROL STOPPING THE MACHINE 1. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the engine start/stop control lever against upper handle. Release the engine start/stop control lever to stop the engine and blade. (See Figure 11) 2. Holding the engine start/stop control lever firmly, grasp recoil starter handle and pull rope out with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keeping a firm grip on the starter handle, let the rope rewind slowly.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Always stop engine, allow engine to cool, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before performing any type of maintenance on your machine. WARNING In the maintenance schedule you can see which parts of your machine require maintenance, and at which intervals it should take place. The intervals are calculated based on average use of the machine, and may differ depending on the rate of your personal use.
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower » Operator’s Manual 2. The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the factory and does not require lubrication. CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL 3. Follow the Engine Operator’s Manual for lubrication schedule and instructions for engine lubrication. See Maintenance schedule on page 19 for more information about when to change the oil. To change the oil, use the following procedure.
4. Tip the machine onto its side (so that the air filter is up) to drain the used oil from the oil-fill tube. (See Figure 14) BLADE CARE Always stop the engine before you do work on the blade. The blade continues to rotate after the throttle has been released. Make sure that the blade is fully stopped and disconnect the spark plug cap before you start work. WARNING The blade is sharp; contact with the blade can result in serious personal injury. Wear gloves when servicing the blade. WARNING 1.
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower NOTE You will need a torque wrench to install the blade properly. » Operator’s Manual Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your mower. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your mower is hazardous, could damage your mower and void your warranty. CAUTION WARNING Position the curved ends of the blade to point toward the machine housing. 5. Install the new blade.
TRANSPORT AND STORAGE The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage. Keep all equipment safe during transportation to prevent damage and accidents. For storage, keep equipment in a lockable area away from children and persons that are not approved. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer. FOLDING HANDLE FOR STORAGE 1 2 For storage, keep the product and equipment in a dry and frostproof area.
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower » Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start Cause Remedy 1. Blade control disengaged. 1. Engage blade control. 2. Spark plug boot disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark plug boot. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Engine not primed (If equipped with primer). 4. Prime engine as instructed in the Operation section of the Engine Manual. 5. Faulty spark plug. 5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. 6.
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