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 of 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: 1 5 9 6 7 2 10 3 12 HARDWARE KIT 8 4 13 11 1. Side Discharge Chute 11. Front Wheel (1 pair) 2. Upper Handle 12. Rear Wheel (1 pair) 3. Lower Connecting Handlebar (1 pair) 13. Hardware Kit, Including: 4. Grass Catcher 5. Handle Bracket (Left and right) M8 × 20 ×4 1 6. Main Machine M10 ×4 2 7. Funnel M8 × 35 ×2 3 ×2 4 ×1 5 8.
ASSEMBLY This lawn mower was partially assembled at the factory. To assemble your machine follow the below instructions. HANDLE BRACKETS LOWER CONNECTING HANDLEBARS Align the three holes in the upper handle bracket with the holes in the lower handle bracket. Secure and tighten by using M8x20 bolts and nuts. (See Figure 2) Attach the short studs in the lower connecting handlebar into any one of the three holes in the handle bracket.
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower » Operator’s Manual UPPER HANDLE CABLE POSITIONING 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. (See Figure 5) 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.
1 GRASS CATCHER 2 1. Lift the mower's rear discharge door. 2. Place grass catcher into the slots in the handle brackets. Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher 1 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 Lower Connecting Handlebar Grass Catcher 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. the lawn. This is called mulching. Side Discharge Chute Your mower is shipped as a mulcher.
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 Operation section of 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 Rapid retraction of the starter cord (kickback) will pull your hand and arm toward the engine faster than you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result. WARNING USING AS MULCHER S TO P For mulching grass, remove the side discharge chute from the mower. When you remove the side discharge chute, the mulch cover will close. For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 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. CLEANING THE GRASS CATCHER 3. Follow the Engine Operator’s Manual for lubrication schedule and instructions for engine lubrication. Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt and dust during operation. This causes the grass catcher to collect less grass. To prevent this, regularly hose the grass catcher off with water and let dry before using.
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 12) 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. For storage, keep the product and equipment in a dry and frostproof area.
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower » Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause 1. Blade control disengaged. 2. Spark plug boot disconnected. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Engine fails to start 4. Engine not primed (If equipped with primer). 5. Faulty spark plug. 6. Engine flooded. 7. Blocked fuel line. Remedy 1. Engage blade control. 2. Connect wire to spark plug boot. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Prime engine as instructed in the Operation section. 5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. 6.
PARTS DIAGRAM 25 | Parts Diagram
Walk-Behind Lawn Mower » Operator’s Manual YG1650 PARTS LIST No. Description Qty No.
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