Lawn Boy 10634 Manual User Manual

Form No. 3363-453 Rev A  
20in Mulching/Rear Bagging Lawn  
Mower  
Model No. 10640—Serial No. 310000001 and Up  
Model No. 10640C—Serial No. 310000001 and Up  
Model No. 10641—Serial No. 310000001 and Up  
Model No. 10641C—Serial No. 310000001 and Up  
Model No. 10642—Serial No. 310000001 and Up  
Model No. 10642C—Serial No. 310000001 and Up  
Model No. 10645—Serial No. 310000001 and Up  
Model No. 10646—Serial No. 310000001 and Up  
Model No. 10647—Serial No. 310000001 and Up  
Operator's Manual  
Introduction  
This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is  
intended to be used by residential homeowners  
or professional, hired operators. It is designed  
primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns  
on residential or commercial properties. It is not  
designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses.  
Figure 1  
1. Model and serial number plate  
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.  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
You may contact Lawn-Boy directly at  
www.Lawn-Boy.com for product and accessory  
information, help finding a dealer, or to register your  
product.  
This manual identifies potential hazards and has  
safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol  
(Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious  
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended  
precautions.  
Whenever you need service, genuine Lawn-Boy parts,  
or additional information, contact an Authorized  
Service Dealer or Lawn-Boy Customer Service and have  
the model and serial numbers of your product ready.  
Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial  
numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the  
space provided.  
Figure 2  
1. Safety alert symbol  
This manual uses two words to highlight information.  
Important calls attention to special mechanical  
information and Note emphasizes general information  
worthy of special attention.  
© 2009—Lawn-Boy® Inc.  
8111 Lyndale Avenue South  
Bloomington, MN 55420  
Original Instructions (EN)  
Printed in the USA  
All Rights Reserved  
   
• Always wear eye protection when operating machine.  
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine  
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.  
• Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If you see  
lightning or hear thunder in the area, do not operate  
the machine; seek shelter.  
• Never refuel the machine indoors.  
• Never store the machine or fuel container where  
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as  
on a water heater or on other appliances.  
• See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation  
and installation of accessories. Only use accessories  
approved by the manufacturer.  
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck  
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place  
containers on the ground away from your vehicle  
before filling.  
Slope Operation  
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents,  
which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes  
require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do  
not mow it.  
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck  
or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not  
possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable  
container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser  
nozzle.  
• Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.  
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction  
on slopes.  
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel  
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is  
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.  
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden  
objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall  
accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.  
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing  
immediately.  
• Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes.  
Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.  
• Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten  
securely.  
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or  
embankments. You could lose your footing or  
balance.  
Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an  
odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.  
Children  
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to  
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to  
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume  
that children will remain where you last saw them.  
Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed  
area.  
General Service  
• Never operate machine in a closed area.  
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under  
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than  
the operator.  
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment  
is in safe working condition.  
• Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.  
• Never allow children to operate the machine.  
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their  
proper operation regularly.  
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,  
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your  
view of a child.  
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris  
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove  
any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool  
before storing.  
Service  
• If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the  
machine. Repair, if necessary, before starting.  
Safe Handling of Gasoline  
• Never make any adjustments or repairs with the  
engine running. Disconnect the spark-plug wire  
and ground against engine to prevent unintended  
starting.  
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use  
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is  
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.  
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other  
sources of ignition.  
• Check grass catcher components and the discharge  
guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s  
recommended parts, when necessary.  
• Use only an approved gasoline container.  
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• Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear  
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.  
• Do not change the engine governor setting or  
overspeed the engine.  
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as  
necessary.  
Safety and Instructional Decals  
Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged  
decals.  
94-8072  
117-4143  
1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual.  
2. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance  
from the machine.  
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 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 when reversing.  
104-7953  
Electric-start models only  
1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual for information on charging the battery; contains lead; do not discard.  
2. Read the Operator’s Manual.  
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2. Filling the Engine with Oil  
Setup  
Important: Remove and discard the protective  
Procedure  
plastic sheet that covers the engine.  
Your mower does not come with oil in the engine, but it  
does come with a bottle of oil.  
1. Unfolding the Handle  
1. Remove the dipstick (Figure 4).  
Procedure  
Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can  
damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating  
condition.  
• Do not damage the cables when folding or  
unfolding the handle.  
• If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized  
Service Dealer.  
Figure 4  
1. Remove the handle knobs from the mower housing  
(Figure 3).  
2. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level  
reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 4). Do  
not overfill. (Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30  
detergent oil with an API service classification of SF,  
SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.)  
Important: Route the cables to the outside of  
the handle as you install the handle.  
Note: If you overfill the engine, pour some oil out  
of it as directed in Changing the Engine Oil.  
3. Install the dipstick securely.  
Important: Change the engine oil after the first  
5 operating hours; change it yearly thereafter.  
Refer to Changing the Engine Oil.  
Figure 3  
1. Handle knob (2)  
3. Charging the Battery  
2. Move the handle to the operating position.  
3. Install and tighten the handle knobs that you  
removed in step 1 (Figure 3).  
Procedure  
Electric-start models only  
Refer to Charging the Battery in the Maintenance  
section.  
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Filling the Fuel Tank  
Product Overview  
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive.  
A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you  
and 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 up spills.  
• Do not handle gasoline when smoking or  
around an open flame or sparks.  
• Store gasoline in an approved fuel container,  
out of the reach of children.  
Figure 5  
Self-propel model shown  
Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline  
from a major name-brand service station (Figure 6).  
1. Spark plug  
2. Air filter  
7. Self-propel drive bar  
(self-propel models only)  
8. Ignition key (electric-start  
models only)  
9. Grass bag  
10. Battery (electric-start  
models only)  
Important: To reduce starting problems, add  
fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with  
gasoline less than 30 days old.  
3. Fuel tank cap  
4. Oil fill/Dipstick  
5. Recoil start handle  
6. Blade control bar  
11. Cutting height levers (4)  
12. Battery charger  
(electric-start models  
only)  
Operation  
Attachments/Accessories  
A selection of Lawn-Boy approved attachments and  
accessories are available for use with the machine  
to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact  
your Authorized Service Dealer or Distributor or  
go to www.Lawn-Boy.com for a list of all approved  
attachments and accessories.  
Figure 6  
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Note: To raise the mower, move all the cutting height  
levers forward; to lower the mower, move the all the  
cutting height levers rearward (Figure 8).  
Checking the Engine Oil Level  
Service Interval: Before each use or daily  
1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install  
the dipstick (Figure 7).  
Figure 7  
Figure 8  
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 tube to  
raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick.  
Do not overfill. (Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE  
30 detergent oil with an API service classification of  
SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.)  
1. Raise the mower  
2. Lower the mower  
Note: The cutting height settings are 1 inch (25 mm);  
1-1/2 inch (38 mm); 2 inches (51 mm); 2-1/2 inches  
(64 mm); 3 inches (76 mm); 3-1/2 inches (89 mm); and  
4 inches (102 mm).  
Note: If you overfill the engine, pour some oil out  
of it as directed in Changing the Engine Oil.  
3. Install the dipstick.  
Starting the Engine  
1. Hold the blade control bar (Figure 9) against the  
handle.  
Adjusting the Cutting Height  
Adjusting the cutting height may bring you into  
contact with the moving blade, causing serious  
injury.  
• Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts  
to stop.  
Figure 9  
• Do not put your fingers under the housing  
when adjusting the cutting height.  
1. Blade control bar  
2. Turn the ignition key (Figure 10) (electric-start  
models only) or pull recoil start handle (Figure 11).  
If the engine has been running, the muffler will  
be hot and can severely burn you. Keep away  
from the hot muffler.  
Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all four wheels  
to the same height.  
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Using the Self-propel Drive  
Self-propel models only  
To operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the self-propel  
drive bar (Figure 12) toward the handle and hold it.  
Figure 10  
Figure 12  
1. Self-propel drive bar  
To disengage the self-propel drive, release the self-propel  
drive bar.  
Figure 11  
Note: The maximum self-propel ground speed is fixed.  
To reduce the ground speed, increase the space between  
the self-propel drive bar and the handle.  
Note: If the mower does not start after several  
attempts, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.  
Stopping the Engine  
Service Interval: Before each use or daily  
To stop the engine, release the blade control bar  
(Figure 13).  
Note: Remove the ignition key when you leave the  
mower (electric-start mowers only).  
Important: When you release the blade control  
bar, both the engine and blade should stop within  
3 seconds. If they do not stop properly, stop using  
your mower immediately and contact an Authorized  
Service Dealer.  
Figure 13  
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Mulching the Clippings  
Your mower comes from the factory ready to mulch the  
grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.  
If the grass bag is on the mower, remove it (refer to  
Removing the Grass Bag) before mulching the clippings.  
Bagging the Clippings  
Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and  
leaf clippings from the lawn.  
Figure 14  
A worn grass bag 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.  
1. Rear deflector  
2. Insert the grass bag handle onto the notches on the  
handle brackets (Figure 14).  
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged,  
install a new Lawn-Boy replacement bag.  
Removing the Grass Bag  
1. Lift up the rear deflector (Figure 14).  
2. Lift the grass bag handle out from the notches on the  
handle brackets and remove the bag from the mower.  
3. Close the rear deflector.  
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can  
result in serious personal injury.  
Operating Tips  
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to  
stop before leaving the operating position.  
General Mowing Tips  
• Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and  
other debris that the blade could hit.  
Installing the Grass Bag  
• Avoid striking solid objects with the blade. Never  
deliberately mow over any object.  
1. Lift up the rear deflector (Figure 14).  
• If the mower strikes an object or starts to vibrate,  
immediately stop the engine, disconnect the wire  
from the spark plug, and examine the mower for  
damage.  
• For best performance, install a new blade before the  
cutting season begins.  
• Replace the blade when necessary with a Lawn-Boy  
replacement blade.  
Cutting Grass  
• Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.  
Do not cut below the 2 inch (51 mm) setting unless  
the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth  
begins to slow down. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting  
Height.  
• When cutting grass over 6 inches (15 cm) tall, mow  
at the highest cutting height setting and walk slower;  
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then mow again at a lower setting for the best lawn  
appearance. If the grass is too long, the mower may  
plug and cause the engine to stall.  
– Cut the grass more frequently.  
– Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full  
swath with each pass.  
• Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves  
tend to clump on the yard and can cause the mower  
to plug or the engine to stall.  
– Set the cutting height on the front wheels one  
notch lower than the rear wheels. For example,  
set the front wheels at 2 inches (51 mm) and the  
rear wheels at 2-1/2 inches (64 mm).  
Cutting Leaves  
Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if  
you slip and contact the blade. Mow only in dry  
conditions.  
• After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn  
shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to  
make more than one pass over the leaves.  
• Alternate the mowing direction. This helps disperse  
the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization.  
• If there are more than 5 inches (13 cm) of leaves  
on the lawn, set the front cutting height one or two  
notches higher than the rear cutting height.  
• If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try  
one or more of the following:  
• Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does  
not cut the leaves finely enough.  
– Replace the blade or have it sharpened.  
– Walk at a slower pace while mowing.  
– Raise the cutting height on your mower.  
Maintenance  
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.  
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)  
Maintenance Service  
Maintenance Procedure  
Interval  
• Change the engine oil.  
After the first 5 hours  
• Check the engine oil level.  
• Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control bar.  
• Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the mower.  
Before each use or daily  
• Replace the air filter; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.  
• Charge the battery for 24 hours (electric-start models only).  
Every 25 hours  
Before storage  
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before annual storage.  
• Change the engine oil.  
• Replace the blade or have it sharpened (more frequently if the edge dulls quickly).  
• Refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual for any additional yearly maintenance  
procedures.  
Yearly  
Important: Refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual for additional maintenance procedures.  
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Replacing the Air Filter  
Service Interval: Every 25 hours  
Preparing for Maintenance  
1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.  
2. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug  
(Figure 15) before performing any maintenance  
procedure.  
1. Use a screw driver to open the air filter cover  
(Figure 16).  
Figure 16  
Figure 15  
1. Spark plug wire  
2. Replace the air filter (Figure 17).  
3. After performing the maintenance procedure(s),  
connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug.  
Important: Before tipping the mower to change  
the oil or replace the blade, allow the fuel tank  
to run dry through normal usage. If you must  
tip the mower prior to running out of fuel, use a  
hand fuel pump to remove the fuel. Always tip  
the mower onto its side with the dipstick down.  
Figure 17  
3. Install the cover.  
Tipping the mower may cause the fuel to leak.  
Gasoline is flammable, explosive and can cause  
personal injury.  
Changing the Engine Oil  
Service Interval: After the first 5 hours  
Run the engine dry or remove the gasoline with  
a hand pump; never siphon.  
Yearly  
Change the engine oil after the first 5 operating  
hours; change it yearly thereafter.  
Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil  
to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more  
contaminants.  
1. Perform the pre-maintenance procedures; refer to  
Preparing for Maintenance.  
2. Remove the dipstick (Figure 18).  
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Charging the Battery  
Service Interval: Every 25 hours  
Electric-start models only  
Warning  
CALIFORNIA  
Proposition 65 Warning  
Battery posts, terminals, and related  
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,  
chemicals known to the State of California  
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.  
Wash hands after handling.  
Figure 18  
3. Tip the mower onto its side, with the dipstick down,  
to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube  
(Figure 19).  
Charge the battery for 24 hours initially, then monthly  
(every 25 starts) or as needed. Always use the charger  
in a sheltered area and charge the battery at room  
temperature (70° or 22° C) whenever possible.  
1. Connect the charger to the mower wire harness  
located below the ignition key (Figure 20).  
Figure 20  
Figure 19  
2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet.  
4. Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level  
reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 18). Do  
not overfill. (Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59 l), type: SAE 30  
detergent oil with an API service classification of SF,  
SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.)  
Note: When the battery no longer holds a charge,  
recycle or dispose of the lead-acid battery according  
to local codes.  
Note: If you overfill the engine, pour some oil out  
of it as directed in step 3 above.  
Replacing the Fuse  
Electric-start models only  
5. Install the dipstick securely.  
Your mower comes with a fuse that protects the electric  
starter. If the battery does not charge or the engine does  
not run with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown.  
Replace it with a 40-amp plug-in type fuse.  
6. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling  
center.  
Important: You cannot start the mower with the  
electric starter or charge the battery unless you  
install the fuse.  
1. Unclip both ends of the battery cover and remove  
it (Figure 21).  
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3. Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady.  
4. Remove the blade (turn the blade bolt  
counterclockwise), saving all the mounting hardware.  
5. Install the new blade (turn the blade bolt clockwise)  
and all mounting hardware (Figure 23).  
Figure 21  
2. Insert the fuse into the fuse holder (Figure 22).  
Figure 23  
Figure 22  
Important: Position the curved ends of the  
blade to point toward the mower housing.  
3. Install the battery cover.  
6. Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade bolt to  
Replacing the Blade  
60 ft-lb (82 N-m).  
Service Interval: Yearly  
Important: A bolt torqued to 60 ft-lb (82 N-m)  
is very tight. While holding the blade with a  
block of wood, put your weight behind the  
ratchet or wrench and tighten the bolt securely.  
This bolt is very difficult to overtighten.  
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 Dealer.  
Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline. If  
the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.  
If the blade edge is dull or nicked, have it sharpened or  
replace it.  
Adjusting the Self-propel Drive  
Cable  
Self-propel models only  
Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if  
the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the  
self-propel drive cable.  
The blade is sharp; contacting the blade can  
result in serious personal injury.  
1. Loosen the cable support nut (Figure 24).  
• Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.  
• Wear gloves when servicing the blade.  
1. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug.  
Refer to Preparing for Maintenance.  
2. Tip the mower onto its side, with the air filter up.  
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Cleaning the Mower  
Service Interval: Before each use or daily  
The mower may dislodge material from under  
the mower housing.  
• Wear eye protection.  
• Stay in the operating position (behind the  
handle).  
• Do not allow bystanders in the area.  
Figure 24  
1. 1 to 1-1/2 inches (25 to 38 4. Cable support nut  
mm)  
1. With the engine running on a flat paved surface,  
spray a stream of water in front of the right rear  
wheel (Figure 25).  
2. Self-propel drive bar  
3. Cable jacket  
5. Cable support  
The water will splash into the path of the blade,  
cleaning out the clippings.  
2. Hold the self-propel bail 1 to 1-1/2 inches (25 to 38  
mm) from the handle (Figure 24).  
3. Pull down the cable jacket (toward the mower) until  
there is no slack in the cable (Figure 24).  
4. Tighten the nut on the cable support.  
Figure 25  
5. Release the self-propel drive bar and ensure that the  
cable is loose.  
2. When no more clippings come out, stop the water  
and move the mower to a dry area.  
Note: The cable must be loose with the self-propel  
drive bar in the released position; otherwise, the  
mower may creep when you disengage the bar.  
3. Run the engine for a few minutes to dry the housing  
to prevent it from rusting.  
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Folding the Handle  
Storage  
Store the mower in a cool, clean, dry place.  
Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can  
damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating  
condition.  
Preparing the Mower for  
Storage  
• Do not damage the cables when folding or  
unfolding the handle.  
• If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized  
Service Dealer.  
Gasoline vapors can explode.  
• Do not store gasoline more than 30 days.  
1. Loosen the handle knobs until you can move the  
handle freely (Figure 26).  
• Do not store the mower in an enclosure near  
an open flame.  
• Allow the engine to cool before storing it.  
1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer  
to the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer.  
2. Run the mower until the engine stops from running  
out of fuel.  
3. Prime the engine and start it again.  
4. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can  
no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.  
5. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.  
6. Remove the spark plug, add 1 oz. (30 ml) of oil  
through the spark plug hole, and pull the starter rope  
slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the  
cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the  
off-season.  
7. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque  
wrench to 15 ft-lb (20 N-m).  
Figure 26  
1. Handle knob (2)  
8. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.  
9. Charge the battery for 24 hours, then unplug the  
battery charger an store the mower in an unheated  
area. If you must store the mower in a heated  
area, you must charge the battery every 90 days  
(electric-start models only).  
2. Move the handle forward as shown in Figure 26.  
Removing the Mower from  
Storage  
1. Charge the battery for 24 hours (electric-start models  
only).  
2. Connect the wire to the spark plug.  
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20 in.  
Mulching/  
The Lawn-Boy No-Worry Warranty  
A Two-Year Full Warranty (45 day Limited Warranty for Commercial Use)  
Rear Bagging  
Lawn Mower  
The Lawn-Boy Tru-Start Commitment  
A Three-Year Full Warranty (Not applicable for Commercial Use)  
Conditions and Products Covered  
Repairs or adjustments to correct starting difficulties due to the  
following:  
under the No-Worry Warranty  
Failure to follow proper maintenance procedures  
Contaminants in the fuel system  
Lawn-Boy® Inc. and its affiliate, Lawn-Boy Warranty Company, pursuant  
to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair any Lawn-Boy  
Product used for residential purposes*, if defective in materials or  
workmanship or if it stops functioning due to the failure of a component  
for the periods listed below.  
Failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non-use  
over one month  
Products  
Product and Attachments  
Power Train** (Engine and Transmission)  
Batteries  
Wear Items (Belts, blades, blade adaptors,  
grass bags, cables, and wheels)  
Warranty Period  
Special operational conditions where starting may require more than  
two pulls:  
2 year full warranty  
3 year full warranty  
1 year  
First time starts after extended period of non-use over one month  
or seasonal storage  
90 days  
Improper starting procedure  
Limited Warranty  
under the No-Worry Warranty for Commercial Use  
Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service  
If you think that your Lawn-Boy Product contains a defect in materials or  
workmanship, or if a normal, able-bodied adult can no longer start your  
product’s engine in one or two pulls, follow this procedure:  
Gas-powered Lawn-Boy Products used at more than one location, or used  
for institutional or rental use, are warranted for 45 days against defects  
in materials or workmanship. Components failing due to normal wear  
are not covered by this warranty.  
1. Contact any Authorized Lawn-Boy Service Dealer to arrange service  
at their dealership. To locate a dealer convenient to you, refer to  
the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory (look under “Lawn  
also call the numbers listed in item #3 to use the 24-hour Lawn-Boy  
Dealer locator system.  
Coverage under the Tru-Start Commitment  
Lawn-Boy® Inc. and its affiliate, Lawn-Boy Warranty Company, pursuant  
to an agreement between them, jointly promise that your Tru-Start engine,  
when used for residential purposes*, will start on the first or second pull  
for three (3) years from the date of purchase, if you provide the routine  
maintenance it requires, or we will fix it free of charge.  
2. Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the  
Service Dealer. The dealer will diagnose the problem and determine  
if it is covered under warranty.  
This Lawn-Boy Commitment does not apply when the product is used  
commercially.*  
3. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer’s  
analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at: Customer  
Care Department, Consumer Division, Lawn-Boy Warranty Company,  
8111 Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55420-1196; or call  
us toll free at 866-216-6032 (U.S. customers) or 866-216-6031  
(Canadian customers).  
The following applies to both  
the No-Worry Warranty and the Tru-Start Commitment  
Owner Responsibilities  
General Conditions  
You must maintain your Lawn-Boy Product by following the maintenance  
procedures described in the Operator’s Manual. Such routine  
maintenance, whether performed by a dealer or by you, is at your expense.  
All repairs covered by these warranties must be performed by an  
Authorized Lawn-Boy Service Dealer using Lawn-Boy approved  
replacement parts.  
Items and Conditions Not Covered  
Neither Lawn-Boy® Inc. nor Lawn-Boy Warranty Company is liable  
for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with  
the use of the Lawn-Boy Products covered by these warranties,  
including any cost or expense of providing substitute equipment  
or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non-use  
pending completion of repairs under these warranties.  
There is no other express warranty except for special emission system  
coverage on some products. This express warranty does not cover the  
following:  
Any product or part which has been altered or misused and  
requires replacement or repair due to an accident or lack of proper  
maintenance  
Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above exclusions may not apply to you.  
Pickup and delivery charges  
Operational misuse, neglect, or accidents  
Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an Authorized  
Lawn-Boy Service Dealer  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other  
rights which vary from state to state.  
Countries Other than the United States or Canada  
Customers who have purchased Lawn-Boy products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Lawn-Boy Distributor (Dealer)  
to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty  
obtaining guarantee information, contact the Lawn-Boy importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Lawn-Boy Warranty Company.  
*Residential purposes means use of the product on the same lot as your home. Use at more than one location, or institutional or rental use, is considered  
commercial use and the commercial use warranty would apply.  
**Power Train coverage includes engine and transmission only. The transmission is defined as the gear case, internal components, and axles.  
374-0256 Rev C  

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