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HOVER MOWER OPERATOR’S MANUAL

 

 

California Trimmer 

• 1028 4

th

 St. SW, Bldg. A 

• Auburn, Washington 98001 • CalTrimmer.com 

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Introduction 

Read this information carefully to learn how to operate 
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury 
and product damage. You are responsible for operating 
the product properly and safely. 
 

Important:

 This engine is not equipped with a spark 

arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public 
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the 
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-
covered land. Other states or federal areas may have 
similar laws. This spark ignition system complies with 
Canadian ICES-002. 
 
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for 
information regarding the US Environmental Protection 
Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control 
Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and 
warranty. Replacements may be ordered through the 
engine manufacturer. 
 
You may contact California Trimmer directly for product 
and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to 
register your product. Whenever you need service, 
genuine California Trimmer parts, or additional 
information, please contact an Authorized Service 
Dealer or Customer Service and have the model and 
serial numbers of your product ready. They are located 
on the decal on the rear of the unit as shown in this 
photo: 

 
 

 

 
Write the numbers in the following space provided. 
 
Model Number: ____________________________ 
 
Serial Number: ____________________________ 
 
You may complete and mail the enclosed product 
registration card or you can register on-line at:  
 

CalTrimmer.com  

Should you require warranty service, take a copy of your 
sales receipt and a copy of your product registration card 
to your servicing dealer. 
 
 

Carton Contents 

- California Trimmer Hover Mower 
- California Trimmer Product Registration Card 

Engine Owner’s Manual / Emission System Warranty 

- Lower Handle Assembly (with handle stand) 
- Upper Handle Assembly (including throttle control for 
Honda engine only, engine stop lever and adjustment) 
 

Assembly & Set-up 

The unit has been carefully assembled with adjustments 
and quality inspections performed by a team of trained 
factory technicians who take great pride in their work. To 
facilitate packaging and shipment, there are components 
that need to be installed.  

Note: It is recommended that this unit be set up and 
checked by an Authorized Dealer. 

 

Tools Required 

- Regular or needle-nose pliers. 

9/16” wrench and 1/2” wrench (for adjusting cutting  

  height and replacing blades 

– see page 7) 

 
1.  Insert the lower handle section into the mounting 

brackets on each side of the deck 

– noting that the 

handle stand lever will be on the right side of the unit 
as shown in the photo below.  
 
 

 
 

 
 
 

 

 

Right Side 

Left Side 

Summary of Contents for RC190-GCV160

Page 1: ...California Trimmer 1028 4 th St SW Bldg A Auburn Washington 98001 CalTrimmer com 19 Hover Mower OPERATOR S MANUAL Models RC190 GCV160 RC190 BS550 P OW ERE D BY ...

Page 2: ...ur product ready They are located on the decal on the rear of the unit as shown in this photo Write the numbers in the following space provided Model Number ____________________________ Serial Number ____________________________ You may complete and mail the enclosed product registration card or you can register on line at CalTrimmer com Should you require warranty service take a copy of your sale...

Page 3: ...ing the bolts and knobs Fasten the corrugated tubing which covers the throttle and engine stop cables to the handles using the tie straps included NOTE the throttle control Honda engine and engine stop lever adjuster must be on the right side from the operator position 4 Verify that the engine stop lever is installed and it pivots upward completely against the handle Key Components The image below...

Page 4: ... across excessively steep terrain 4 Keep area of operation clear of all persons particularly small children and pets 5 Never operate the mower without proper guards shields in place 6 Thoroughly train anyone using the mower Make sure all mower operators know the safety operating and maintenance procedures 7 Never leave the mower unattended with the engine running 8 Mow only in daylight or in good ...

Page 5: ...fore using always visually inspect to see that the blade bolts and spacers are not worn or damaged Replace a worn or damaged blade 18 Stop the engine if the machine has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass and when transporting the machine to and from the area to be mowed Engine Operation Review the complete operation and safety instructions provided in the owner...

Page 6: ...hile pulling the recoil starter After the engine has started carefully move behind the unit while continuing to grip the engine stop lever against the handle and adjusting your grip using both hands Always maintain a firm grip on the handle and engine stop lever and keep the unit in front of you If mower should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check for the cause Vibration is genera...

Page 7: ... height IMPORTANT Always install the tri blade assembly with flail blade mounting nuts facing upward toward impeller engine The mounting components hub spacers tri blade assembly bar blade and flange must be installed aligned and seated properly before tightening the bolt 4 Transporting An optional wheel kit order 4041500 is available for quick and easy transporting Mower Maintenance The following...

Page 8: ...r will California Trimmer assume any responsibility if the failure was caused by the following 1 Operation of product without proper lubrication 2 Misuse abuse or negligence 3 Accident or physical damage 4 Repairs made by unauthorized parties and or with unauthorized parts 5 Improper unit set up or altered components 6 Improper adjustments i e blades drive system levers cables nozzles pump motors ...

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