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EASTMAN WMS20-H Operator's Manual

Manual is about: 20” Commercial Slope Mower

Summary of WMS20-H

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    Eastman industries 20” commercial slope mower model wms20-h operator’s manual.

  • Page 2: Contents

    2 contents pages safety instructions general operations 4 slope operations 5 children 5 service 6 assembly installing the handle 9 filling the crankcase with oil 10 filling the fuel tank with gasoline 11 operation throttle controls 12 starting the engine 12 adjusting the cutting height 13 operating ...

  • Page 3: Warning!

    3 warning! This mower, when oriented in positions shown below, is capable of continuous operation on slopes reaching 45 degrees incline. The use of this mower on inclines steeper than those shown will cause severe damage to the engine voiding all applicable warranties. Front 30º 30º 45º 45º.

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    4 important safety instructions this lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. General operations 1. Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the man...

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    5 slope operations slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. Do: mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing directions ...

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    6 service 1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. Gasoline is highly flammable and vapors are explosive. A) use only approved containers. B) never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. C) never refuel the mower indoor...

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    7 8. Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine is running. 9. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with eastman’s recommended parts, when ne...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    8 introduction read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly. The information in this manual can help you and others avoid injury and product damage. Although eastman designs and produces safe products, you are responsible for operating the product properly an...

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    9 assembly installing the handle 1. Mount the lower handle on the handle brackets with four (4) 5/16”- 18 x 3/4”bolts and nuts (fig 1). Do not tighten the bolts yet. Figure 1 1. Handle bracket 2. Lower handle 3. Handle adjustment holes 2. Attach the upper handle to the lower handle, with four (4) 5/...

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    10 preparing the engine important: the engine is shipped without oil. Fill the engine with oil prior to startup in order to avoid serious damage to the engine. Consult the engine manual for more complete instructions regarding engine maintenance and operation. Filling the crankcase with oil the cran...

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    11 6. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck without screwing it in. Remove the dipstick and read the oil level. (fig. 3) 7. If the oil level reading is below the lower limit mark on the dipstick, slowly pour only enough oil into the filler hole to raise the oil level to the upper limit mark on th...

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    12 operation warning before mowing, make sure the safety control lever (bail) operates properly. When bail is released, the engine and the cutting blade should stop immediately. If they do not, contact your authorized servicing dealer. Do not attempt to repair the safety control device yourself. Saf...

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    13 4. Pull the safety bail control up toward the handle grip and hold it securely with your left hand. 5. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance, and then pull it sharply . 6. Push the throttle control out of choke position after engine starts and into operating position. (fig. 8)...

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    14 5. Release the lever to lock the adjuster in position. 6. Repeat this procedure for all the wheels. 7. Adjust all the wheels to the same cutting height setting. Operating tips • review the safety instructions and read this manual carefully before operating the lawn mower. • clear the area of stic...

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    15 recommended maintenance schedule note: determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Service interval maintenance procedure check the engine oil level check the air cleaner. Each use check the stopping time of the blade. The engine must shutdown and the bla...

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    16 checking the engine oil level before you use the lawn mower, make sure that the oil level is between the upper and the lower marks as shown on the dipstick. If the oil level is below the lower mark, add oil. Cleaning the underside of the lawn mower housing to ensure the best performance, keep the...

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    17 figure 11 6. Wipe dirt from air cleaner base using a moist rag. Do not allow any dirt to enter into the carburetor air duct. 7. Install the air filter and cover changing the engine oil change the oil after the first month or after 5 operating hours and then after every 6 months or every 50 operat...

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    18 7. Recycle the used oil according to local codes. 8. Fill the crankcase to the upper limit line on the dipstick with fresh oil. 9. Wipe up any spilled oil. Maintaining the cutting blade always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades. 1....

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    19 installing the blade 1. Install a sharp, balanced blade, the washer and the blade-retaining bolt. The sail of the blade must point toward the top of the lawn mower housing for proper installation. Torque the blade retaining bolt to 15 to 30 ft-lb. This service should be performed by your authoriz...

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    20 servicing the spark plug replace the spark plug after every 150 operating hours. Use an ngk bpr6es spark plug or equivalent. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 3. Clean around the spark plug. 4. Remove the spark plug from the cyli...

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    21 general information 1. Clean the lawn mower housing. 2. Check the condition of the blade. 3. Service the air filter. 4. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws. Removing the lawn mower from storage 1. Check and tighten all fasteners. 2. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the start...

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    22 troubleshooting problem possible cause corrective action engine does not start 1. The fuel tank is empty or 1. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh the fuel system contains gasoline. If the problem persists, contact stale fuel. An authorized service dealer. 2. The throttle lever is not in 2...

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    23 troubleshooting problem possible cause corrective action mower or engine 1. The blade is bent or is out 1. Balance the blade. If the blade is bent, vibrates excessively of balance. Replace it. 2. The blade mounting bolt 2. Tighten the blade mounting nuts. Is loose. 3. The underside of the lawn 3....

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    24 eastman industries limited warranty statement effective june 1, 2002 eastman industries warrants to the original retail purchaser that this eastman product is free from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from the date of retail purchase, eastman industries agree...

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    25 • cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters, fuel, lubricants, oil changes, spark plugs, blade sharpening, worn blade, cable/linkage adjustments, or brake and clutch adjustments. • repairs necessary due to improper fuel, contaminants in the fuel system or failure to properly p...