gasoline powered lawn mower operator’s...
TRANSCRIPT
You may contact Pulsar directly at 1-866-591-8921for product and accessory information and helpfinding a dealer. To register your product please register online at: pulsar-products.com
Note
Important:
Propsition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product containschemicals known to the State of California to causecancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
• Do not operate this machine while under the influence ofalcohol or drugs.
Uneven terrain could cause a slip or fall resultingin severe injury.
Poor footing could cause a slip or fall.
the engine
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground thecenter electrode to a metal part of the engine.
(if equipped)
Setup
Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can
damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating
condition.
Product Specification
Side Discharge Installation1. Insert bolt into the deck and side discharge hole with2 x M6 x16 bolts and fasten it with 2 x M6 screwnuts.Figure5
Component
Rated SpeedDisplacementCutting WidthHeight Adjustment
Wheels Machine Weight
Safety & Instruction Decals
Important: Safety & instruction decals are located near
areas of potential DANGER. Replace damaged decals.
1. WARNING: Read the Operator’s Manual.
2. Thrown Object Hazard: Keep bystanders a safe distance
from the mower.
3. Cutting/Dismemberment Hazard of Hand or Foot, Mower
Blade: Disconnect the spark plug wire and read the
instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.
4. Cutting/Dismemberment Hazard of Hand or Foot, Mower
Blade: Stay away from all moving parts and keep all
guards and shields in place.
5. Cutting/Dismemberment Hazard of Hand or Foot, Mower
Blade: Do not mow up and down slopes, only mow
across; stop the mower and engine, pick up debris before
operating; look behind and down before reversing.
• Do not damage the cables when folding or unfolding
the handle.
• If a cable is damaged, Contact an Authorized Service
Center by calling 1-866-591-8921.
Specification
2800RPM150cc20”Single Lever Height Adjustment For Each Wheel7” Front 7” Rear
61 lbs
3
Figure 1
Figure 3
Handle Installation1.Attach the mounting hole to the limit pin.then jam the limit pin with a pin.
2.Position the upper mower handle to match the lowerhandle pre-drilled holes. Insert the bolt with a washer andhandle knobs. Hand tighten to secure the handle.
Wheel Installation
1.Install the washer wheels and nutts onto the
bolts.Figure32.then place wheel cover by tapping it in.Figure4
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 2
Product Overview
2. Fuel Tank Cap
4. Height Adjustment
Checking the Engine Oil Level
Service Interval: Before each use.
1. Remove dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully re-insert it,without turning the screw threads the dipstick.(Figure 9)
2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level (Figure 7)
If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick,
slowly pour oil into the oil fill deposit to raise the oil
level to the Full mark on the dipstick. Do not overfill
(Max fill 20oz, type SAE 30 weight oil with an service
3. Install the dipstick and tighten the screw threads.
Figure 9
4
5
2
3
4
1
Figure 6
1. Air Filter
3. Oil Fill/ Dipstick
5. Handle Loosening Knob
Operation
Filling the Fuel Tank
Gasoline is extremely flammable with explosive vapors.
A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you or others.
• To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline,
place the container and/or mower directly on the
ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
• Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold; wipe
• Do not handle gasoline while smoking or near open
flame or sparks”
• Store gasoline in an approved fuel container, out of
The reach of children.
Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasolinefrom a major name-brand service station. (Figure 8)
Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel
stabilizer to the fuel, mixing it with gasoline less than30 days old. (Figure 8)
up spills.
rating of SF or higher
Attachments/AccessoriesA selection of Pulsar approved attachments and Accessories are available for use with the machine toenhance and expand its capabilities. Contact yourAuthorized Service Center or Distributor 1-866-591-8921.
Filling the Engine with OilYour mower does not come with oil in the engine.
Use SAE 30 weight engine oil (not included)
1. Remove the dipstick. (Figure 7)
2. Slowly pour oil into the dipstick/fill hole until the oil level
reaches the full line on the dipstick. (Figure 5) Do not
overfill. (Max 20oz. (0.59 L), type: SAE 30 weight engine
oil with an API service rating of SF or higher.
Figure 7
Figure 8
WARNING!WARNING!
Cutting Height Adjustment
Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into
contact with the moving blade, causing serious injury.
• Stop the engine and wait for all the moving partsto stop.• Do not put your fingers under the housing whenadjusting the cutting height.
Starting the Engine1. Hold the blade control bar (Figure 11) againstthe handle.
1. Hold blade control bar then pull the pull start to start
the mower. (Figure 12)
Important: When you release the blade control bar, both
the engine and the blade should stop within 3 seconds. If
they do not stop properly, stop using your mower
immediately and contact an authorized service center.
5
If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hotand can severely burn you. Keep away from the hotmuffler.
Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all four wheelsto the same height.
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 10)Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut, adjust cutting height to suit your requirements. Me di um position is best for most lawns.� To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever to ward
wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit your re quire- ments. Be sure all wheels are in the same setting.
NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also, 5-position adjusters (if so equipped) allow lever to be positioned between the plate tabs.
LEVER
ROTATE LEVER BACKWARD
TO LOWER MOWER
ROTATE LEVER FORWARD TO RAISE MOWER
PLATE TAB
Figure 10
Figure 11
Figure 12
Note: If the mower does not start after several attempts,please contact your authorized service center.
Stopping the EngineTo stop the engine, release the blade control bar (Figure 13)
Figure 13
A worn grass catcher could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious personal injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
The blade is sharp. Contact with the blade can cause serious personal injury.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
Operating Tips
General Mowing Tips
• Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and
other debris that the blade may hit.
• Avoid striking solid objects with the blade. Never
deliberately mow over an object.
• If the mower strikes an object or starts to vibrate,
immediately stop the engine, disconnect the spark
plug cable and examine the mower for damage.
• Replace the blade when necessary with a genuine
Pulsar replacement blade.
Cutting Grass• Only cut one third of the grass height in each pass.• When cutting grass over 6 inches tall, mow at the
highest cut setting and proceed slowly. After the first
pass, set your cutting height as desired and mow the
area again. If the grass is too tall it will be more difficult to
navigate and could get stuck under the mower deck and
cause it to stall.
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you
slip and contact the blade. Mow only in dry conditions.
6
• Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse
the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization.
• If the finished lawn is unsatisfactory, try one or more
of the following.
• Replace the blade or have it sharpened.
• Walk at a slower pace while mowing.
• Raise the cutting height on your mower.
• Cut the grass more frequently.
• Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a
full swath with each pass.
• Set the cutting height on the front wheel one
notch lower than the rear wheels. For example,
set the front wheels at 2 inches and the rear at
2-1/2 inches
High Altitude Operation
Most small engines with carburetors are designed towork efficiently from sea level to around 5,000 feetelevation. As altitude increases, the air becomes thinnerwith less available oxygen. This causes the air/fuelmixture to become overly rich which can cause reducedperformance, spark plug fouling, difficult starting andincreased emissions.
A competent small engine shop can modify the carburetorby installing different ‘jets’ that are designed for highaltitude operation. If your lawn mower is typically operatedat an altitude of 5,000 feet or above, you should ask yourdealer to ‘re-jet’ the carburetor and calibrate the air fuelmixture to maximize performance at the altitude where itis to be used. You will realize better overall performance,while reducing excess emissions that occur when theair/fuel mixture is too rich. This modification need onlybe done once and should last for the life of the mower.
Keep in mind that any engine, even with properlycalibrated carburetor jets, will realize a decrease inhorsepower of about 3.5% for every 1,000 feet (300 meter) increase in altitude, simply due to thinnerair. But an engine with a properly jetted carburetor willalways run cleaner and more efficiently at high altitudethan an identical unit with standard jets.
• If the lawn has heavy leaf cover, more than one pass
may be required
• If leaf cover is very thick, set the front cutting height one
or two notches high than the rear
• Slow your forward mowing speed if leaves are not cut
finely enough
Spark Plug Maintenance
1. Once the engine has cooled, remove the spark plug wire.
2. Remove the spark plug using a spark plug wrench.
3. Clean the spark plug with a wire brush (not supplied).
4. Using a feeler gauge set the gap to 0.75mm.
5. Install the spark plug carefully by hand, to avoid cross-threading.
6. After the spark plug is seated, tighten with the spanner to compress the washer.
The blade is sharp. Contact with the blade can result
in serious personal injury.
• Disconnect the spark plug cable.• Wear heavy gloves when servicing the blade.
8
Replacing the BladeService Interval: Yearly
Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the
blade properly. If you do not have a torque wrench or are
uncomfortable performing this procedure, contact an
Authorized Service Center.
Examine the blade whenever the mower runs out of fuel.
If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened orreplace it.
Figure 14
2. Replace the air filter. (Figure 15)
Figure 15
3. Install the cover.
4. Install new blade with all mounting hardware; tighten
blade bolt by turning clockwise.
5.
Replacing the Air Filter
Service Interval: 25 Hours
1. Lift the right-side tab to open the air filtercover.(Figure 14)
Figure 16
Open the cover
Install the cover
Figure 17
Storing
• Do not store untreated gasoline longerthan 30 days.
• Do not store the mower in an enclosed area,near any source of ignition (flame, spark, etc)
• Allow the engine to cool before storing it.
to the fuel as directed by the fuel stabilizer manufacturer.
engine stops from fuel starvation.
Leave spark plug cable disconnected.
1. Loosen handle knobs.2. Move handle forward and fold it as shown.
Figure 19
Figure 18
18
19
10
WARRANTY
PULSAR PRODUCTS Limited 1 Year Warranty:
From the date of original purchase, Pulsar Products Inc. warrants to the original purchase, that each Lawn Mowersold, shall be free from defect in material and workmanship for a period of 1-year on all components. Pulsar Products Inc., at its discretion, agrees to repair or replace any defective part that upon examination, inspection, and testing by a Pulsar Products Inc. authorized service dealer, is found to be detective within the original warranty period. Pulsar Products Inc. will also decide upon the use of new or rebuilt parts or comparable product. Any part or product that is replaced will be retained by Pulsar Products Inc. This warranty period shall not be extended and any repaired product shall be warranted for the remaining period of the original warranty. The consumer is responsible, and shall prepay all transportation costs, including returning items to the factory or warehouse. This warranty is not transferable and proof of purchase must be presented when requesting warranty service. If a proof-of-purchase receipt is not provided, the product’s shipping date by the manufacturer will be used to determine the warranty period.
Where Warranty is Valid:
For warranty coverage, this product must be purchased from an authorized Pulsar Products Inc. dealer and the warranty only extends to the original purchaser in the United States, Canada, or Mexico. Refurbished, used, demonstration, or floormodels are not covered by this warranty. Products purchased from on-line auction websites, such as ebay, are not covered under this warranty. Products used for commercial use are not covered under this warranty.
Consumer Responsibilities:
• Consumer is responsible for carefully reading and following all instructions in the owner’s manual. Any product that isdamaged due to misuse or abuse will not be covered by this warranty.
• Consumer is responsible for all transportation costs to an authorized Pulsar Products Inc. Service Center. Unlessotherwise requested, ground shipping will be applied for part shipment and customer will pay any additional charges forexpedited shipments.
• Consumer is responsible for labor costs associated with warranted repairs twelve (12) months after the purchase date.Labor rates will only be based on normal working hours.
• Consumer is responsible for maintaining the lawn mower as specified in the owner’s manual. Documentation of thismaintenance may be required to cover warranty requests.
• Consumer is responsible for presenting any problems with the pressure washer to an authorized Pulsar Products IncService Center as soon as the problem exists. Warranted repairs will be completed in a reasonable periodof time, not to exceed 30 days.
What is covered under this warranty:
Replacement parts and labor. Please note that we reserve the right to repair or replace the product as we deem appropriate.
11
WARRANTY
What this Warranty Does Not Cover:
• Normal wear: This warranty excludes normal wear items unless under normal use, the original equipment is defective
• Maintenance: This warranty does not apply to routine maintenance and does not cover any adjustments or repairs notperformed by an authorized repair facility.
• Misuse: This warranty does not apply if your product has failed due to abuse, misuse, neglect, improper maintenance,
• Adverse conditions: This warranty does not apply if your product has failed due an accident or natural disasters.
• Product Shipment: This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from shipping, handling, or warehousing: Anydamage claims to this product caused by shipment must be filed with freighter.
• Damage to property: This warranty does not include consequential damages, incidental damages, or damage toproperty.
• Other exclusions: This warranty does not apply if your product has been sold “as is” or where the factory applied serialnumber has been removed. Refurbished used, demonstration or floor models are not covered by this warranty.
How to Obtain Warranty Service:
Take the original receipt and product to the place of purchase or mail the original receipt and product to the address found on the web site if purchased on-line. You can also locate your nearest Pulsar Products Inc. dealer for service or warranty questions by calling toll free at 1-866-591-8921 Mon-Fri 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Customer Support:
Product owners are welcome to contact customer support at 1-866-591-8921 with any questions and concerns they might have. During the duration of the warranty, the following services are provided to the consumer:Guidance: - The service center will answer operational, technical, and maintenance questions for simple procedures that the customer feels they can safely perform.Parts: - If a customer needs a part that can be self-installed, that part will be shipped free of charge. Ground shipping will be applied for part shipment. The customer will be responsible for any additional charges for rush shipments. If the product is no longer under warranty, the customer may purchase parts and will be responsible for all shipment costs.Service Center: - Customers may take their product to an authorized service center for servicing or repairs. Transportation or shipment costs of the unit will be the responsibility of the customer. To set up a service appointment with a service center nearest you call -866-591-8921. To streamline scheduling, service centers do not offer warranty service without an appointment.
PULSAR PRODUCTS INC.’S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE EXPENSE OF DELIVERING PRODUCT TO AND FROM REPAIR CENTER, LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY, LOSS OF REVENUE, TELEPHONE CHARGES, LOSS OF TIME, OR INCONVENIENCE. SOME STATES, PROVINCES, OR JURISDICTIONS DO NO ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.
in material or workmanship and needs to be replaced prior to the first replacement interval.
improper storage, unapproved modifications, or has been operated in any way contrary to the instructions found in theproducts owner’s manual.