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Page 5: ... or problems you may have We want to answer or correct them as quickly as possible When you do call or write please have your order number handy it will speed things up We also hope to hear from you on how much you like your new helper And please tell your friends about your new DR WHISPER LITE Having DR Owners spread the word about our products and our way of doing business is the best advertisin...

Page 6: ...ver operate the DR WHISPER LITE mower without the proper guards safety switches or other safety and protective devices in place and properly connected Inspect to determine that these safety devices are properly installed in good repair and operate properly If the condition or operation of these devices is questionable they must be repaired or replaced before using the mower Thoroughly inspect the ...

Page 7: ...he cut or exchanging the discharge chute block and grass catcher be sure the motor is off remove the safety key and make certain the blade has stopped rotating Do not operate the mower in the rain or when the grass is wet Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you It is designed to be pushed forward while cutting only USE EXTREME CAUTION when maneuvering backwards Always look first to check ...

Page 8: ...etroleum based or solvent based products for cleaning When not in use store the lawn mower indoors in a dry place and out of the reach of children To reduce fire hazard keep mower free of grass leaves or excessive grease Battery Safety Do not charge the lawn mower battery pack in the rain or in wet locations Exercise care in handling the battery pack in order not to short circuit it with conductin...

Page 9: ...ECHARGING AFTER EACH USE OF THE MOWER 9 RECHARGING TO A FULL CHARGE FOR OFF SEASON STORAGE 9 BATTERY DISPOSAL 9 CONTROLS FEATURES 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 13 PRE START CHECKS 13 TO START THE MOTOR AND ENGAGE THE BLADE 13 TO STOP THE MOTOR AND THE BLADE 14 ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT 14 USING THE GRASS CATCHER 15 MULCHING 16 USING THE DISCHARGE FLAP 16 MOWING LAWN CARE TIPS 17 MAINTENANCE 18 CLEA...

Page 10: ...DR WHISPER LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower Safety Operating Instructions 2 Assembly Components Figure 1 ...

Page 11: ... For easier access set the cutting height to the highest adjustment position 1 Set the upper handlebar aside being careful of the black control cable 2 Remove the bolt lock washer and square washer from the mounting hole in the mower frame Figure 2 Note There is a right and left lower handlebar When attached the indentation in the lower handlebar should be facing out 3 Position one of the lower ha...

Page 12: ...re the two handlebars are joined Figure 5 Remove the bolt from the handlebar insert it through the cable clamp then reinsert the bolt through the handlebars 3 Mount the threaded insert into the quick control handle Figure 4 add the washer then screw the quick control handle onto the bolt Figure 5 Note There should be several threads showing between the handlebar and the quick control handle If you...

Page 13: ...he discharge guard raised insert the grass catcher into the holes on both sides of the mower Figure 8 6 Lower the discharge guard so the stud fits into the hole on the grass catcher handle to lock it in place Figure 8 7 Lock the grass catcher in place by sliding the black tab on the handle Figure 7 over the discharge guard Step 4 Recharge the Mower Before First Use You MUST recharge the battery pa...

Page 14: ...nd when the battery pack should be charged and how it should be stored By following these simple guidelines the life expectancy of the battery pack will be maximized and your average annual cost for batteries will be minimized Charging Instructions Before you charge the mower 1 Always charge the mower indoors in a garage or other covered area where it will be dry and protected from the weather 2 O...

Page 15: ...outlet first and then disconnect it from the battery pack There are two charging methods Either method is acceptable 1 Charging with the Battery Pack in the Mower With all four wheels on the mower touching the floor plug the round plug from the charger into the charger receptacle center hole in the mower s key hole Figure 9 Then plug the charger into the wall receptacle The mower cannot be charged...

Page 16: ...ng with the Battery Pack Removed from the Mower Remove the battery pack from the mower to recharge Figure 10 Connect the charger plug to the charger receptacle on the battery pack Figure 11 then plug the charger into a wall outlet A red light on the battery pack will indicate the battery pack is being charged Note The red light on the battery pack only indicates that the battery pack is being char...

Page 17: ...tteries Also remember to give the battery pack a full charge before first using the mower next season 2 Owners of cordless electric mowers often ask if they may leave the charger on for weeks or months at a time or even during the entire off season of more than six months The answer is that while leaving the charger on for several weeks will not damage the mower leaving it on for an entire off sea...

Page 18: ...S Electric Mower Safety Operating Instructions 10 Controls Features Make yourself and all other operators familiar with the controls parts and operation of the DR WHISPER LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower before using it Figure 12 ...

Page 19: ...ed either way there is no front or back Figure 13 Front Rear Yellow Buttons The front and rear yellow buttons are used to start the motor After depressing the buttons they will return to their original position Operator Presence Control Bar The operator presence control bar is a safety feature When the bar is engaged the motor will continue to run and the blade will spin When the bar is released t...

Page 20: ...ct Handlebar Levers The quick connect levers Figure 12 allow you to easily fold the handlebar over for storage Cutting Height Adjustment Lever The cutting height adjustment lever Figure 12 allows you to easily adjust how high or low you cut the grass Blade Brake Safety Feature When the operator presence control lever is released and the blade does not stop within three seconds the red LED will fla...

Page 21: ...n area to be mowed Note The lawn mower battery pack has been fully charged at the factory However since batteries self discharge over time you must recharge the battery pack to a full charge before using your mower for the first time Reminder The length of time that a battery pack can hold its charge while mowing a lawn depends upon lawn conditions tall or thick grass make the mower work harder an...

Page 22: ...seconds WARNING The operator presence control bar is a safety device Do not tamper with it To Stop the Motor and the Blade 1 To stop the motor and the blade simply release the operator presence control bar page 13 Figure 15 The motor will stop and the blade will stop spinning within three seconds The rear yellow button will pop out to its original position CAUTION The blade will continue to rotate...

Page 23: ... Grass Catcher is shipped unassembled See the assembly instructions on page 4 To Attach the Grass Catcher 1 Raise the hinged discharge guard on the rear of the mower If the optional plastic discharge chute block is installed pull it out by its handle The block is seated in the chute by press fit and it may be necessary to pull quite hard 2 While keeping the discharge guard raised insert the grass ...

Page 24: ...to push the block all the way in until the notch in its bottom is engaged 2 Install the optional mulching blade Figure 18a Please see the instructions for Removing and Attaching the Blade on page 18 Using the Discharge Flap When you don t want to collect clippings or mulch the discharge flap allows regular cutting with clippings discharging to the rear of the mower 1 Raise the hinged discharge gua...

Page 25: ...ird of the blade is removed the grass plant produces less food for itself and therefore becomes weaker and more susceptible to disease and insect damage Keep your mower blade sharp A sharp mower blade cuts the grass quickly and cleanly using less of the mower s power which conserves battery pack life For best results inspect the blade often and have an extra sharp blade ready to install as a repla...

Page 26: ... collection that the grass bag is clean and the mesh holes are not clogged Allow the grass catcher to dry thoroughly before use A wet grass catcher will clog quickly and hamper grass collection Removing and Attaching the Blade Always check the blade for sharpness damage and tightness before and after each use Replace the blade promptly if it has been bent or damaged Tools Supplies Needed 36mm wren...

Page 27: ...he blade is dull cut ends of the grass will be ragged and usually turn brown soon after mowing A dull blade will also cause the battery pack to discharge more quickly If the blade is in otherwise good condition sharpen it when the cutting edges become dull For best results we recommend you remove the blade from the mower to sharpen it Tools Supplies Needed fine tooth file or sharpening stone glove...

Page 28: ... your local hardware store or with a large screwdriver nail or bolt Tools Supplies Needed gloves blade balancer or a large screwdriver nail or bolt After sharpening the blade hang it on the balancer Figure 22 and check the level If one side of the blade tips lower sharpen that side a little at a time until the blade is balanced When sharpening a used blade be especially careful to keep it balanced...

Page 29: ...ry pack in it If you must store the battery pack outside the mower follow these rules If the battery pack will be used again give it a full charge before removing it from the mower Do not store the battery pack close to a source of heat sparks or open flames The ambient temperature range must be within the 4 F 20 C and 104 F 40 C temperature range Do not store the battery pack in proximity to orga...

Page 30: ...the lights are out the circuit breaker inside the safety key has cut off power to protect the motor Reinsert the safety key reset the white button and restart the mower Þ Cutting too much grass Raise the cutting height and try again Þ The blade mower deck and or discharge chute may be clogged with debris Remove the safety key turn the mower over and check below the deck Clean if necessary Þ The sa...

Page 31: ...ery pack will need to be replaced Þ The blade may be dull Sharpen it following the instructions on page 19 Mower grass catcher is collecting grass poorly Þ Grass catcher is full Empty the grass catcher and clean it if necessary Þ Grass is too long or the mower is cutting too low Raise the cutting height Þ The mower is moving too fast Slow down Þ The discharge chute may be clogged Remove the safety...

Page 32: ...rge Guard Red B5 B5 28183 00033 Discharge Guard Yellow B6 B6 26127 00067 Guard Spring B7 B7 26135 00003 Discharge Guard Hinge B8 B8 48183 00019 End Tube Ringer B9 B9 18181 00015 Battery Pack Cover Red Ref Part Description B9 B9 18181 00031 Battery Pack Cover Yellow B10 B10 28116 00002 Battery Cover Hinge B11 B11 46197 00002 Screw B12 B12 28147 00004 Hinge Fixed Base B13 B13 34124 00001 Safety Key ...

Page 33: ...0002 Clip Base E3 E3 46197 00024 Screw E4 E4 28181 00009 Catcher Plastic Cover Red Ref Part Description E4 E4 28181 00023 Catcher Plastic Cover Yellow E5 E5 28181 00011 Catcher Cover Shield Red E5 E5 28181 00024 Catcher Cover Shield Red E6 E6 26116 00006 Catcher Steel Frame E7 E7 37673 00001 Catcher Mesh Bag F1 F1 76126 00002 Battery Strap Snap F2 F2 28152 00009 Battery Pack Black F3 F3 28182 0005...

Page 34: ...DR WHISPER LITE CORDLESS Electric Mower Safety Operating Instructions 26 Schematic Drawing Figure 13 ...

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Page 38: ...F WITHIN 30 DAYS of first using it you have questions or you are less than 100 satisfied with your DR WHISPER LITE please write or call us TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 We will do everything possible to answer your questions or make things right even if it means that you return your DR WHISPER LITE for a full refund of its purchase price shipping costs included Refund on shipping is for standa...