Yardworks 060-1780-2 Owner's manual

Brand: Yardworks

Model: 060-1780-2

Category: Lawnmowers

Type: Owner's manual

Yardworks 060-1780-2 is a powerful electric lawn mower with a 16-inch cutting path and a 2-in-1 mulching or rear bagging function. It features a 40V lithium-ion battery that can be charged in 10 hours and provides 3,300 RPM for efficient cutting. The mower has a cutting height adjustment range of 1 5/16 – 3 1/4 inches, allowing you to customize the length of your grass. The Yardworks 060-1780-2 is lightweight and easy to maneuver, making it ideal for residential lawns.

060-1780-2

Owner's Manual

TOLL FREE HELPLINE: 1 866 523-5218

IMPORTANT:

Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before using this product.

40.0 V Lithium-Ion Mower

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Content Page

Safe Operation 3

Assembling the Lawn Mower

Description of Parts 15

Operating The Lawn Mower 16

Maintenance 20

Service 22

Environmentally safe battery disposal 23

Troubleshooting 24

Warranty 25

Exploded View/Parts List 26

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Number

Mower Weight

060-1780-2

Motor 40V

yrettaB 40 V, 10 Ah lithium-ion

Battery Watt hours 400 W*H

Charge time approx. 10 hours

No-load Speed 3,300 RPM

Cutting Path 16” (40.6 cm)

Height Adjustments 1 5/16 – 3 1/4” (3.3 – 8.3 cm)

Functions

50 lbs (22.7 kg)

Battery Weight 10 lbs (4.5 kg)

Use Yardworks 40.0V Lithium-Ion replacement battery:060-7552-0

Slope Gauge 18

2-in-1: mulch or rear bagging

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING:

DANGER:

SAFE OPERATION

This symbol indicates important safety instructions. If these instructions are

not followed, it could endanger the personal safety and/or property of the operator and

others. Read and understand all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate

the mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.

Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electric lawn mowers, in

order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.

This mower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation

that are contained in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or

error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This mower is capable of

amputating body parts and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety rules

could result in serious injury or death.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Use of this mower should be restricted to individuals who have read and understoood and will

follow the warnings and instructions that are printed in this manual and on the mower.

1. Carefully read all instructions on the mower and in the manual before attempting to assemble

and operate the mower. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference, and consult it

regularly.

2. Become familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the mower and

how to disengage the power in an emergency.

WARNING

DANGER

3. In order to avoid contact with the blade or injury caused by a thrown object, stay in the

operating zone behind the handles, and keep children and bystanders at least 100' (30 m)

away from the mower while it is in operation. Stop the motor immediately if someone enters

the mowing area.

4. Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire,

bones, toys, and other objects that could be tripped over or thrown by the blade. Thrown

objects can cause serious personal injury.

5. Plan your mowing pattern in such a way as to avoid discharging material toward roads,

sidewalks, bystanders, etc. Do not discharge material against a wall or obstruction. Doing so

may cause the discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.

6. Always wear proper eye protection in order to protect your eyes while operating or performing

any adjustment or repair. Thrown objects that ricochet can cause serious eye injury.

SAFE OPERATION

7. Always wear a face mask or a dust mask when operating the mower in a dusty environment.

8. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that can get caught in moving parts.

The wearing of protective gloves and safety footwear is recommended.

9. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or

outlet(s) that will be used to charge the lawn mower battery. Outlets with built-in GFCI

protection are available, and may be used as an added safety measure.

10. Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the operator's foot during a fall

caused by slipping or tripping. Do not operate this mower in bare feet, or while wearing

sandals or lightweight (e.g.: canvas) shoes. Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling.

Release the handle immediately.

11. Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking. If you must back the mower

away from a wall or an obstruction, first look down and behind in order to avoid tripping, and

then follow these steps:

• Step back from the mower in order to fully extend your arms.

• Be sure that you are well balanced.

• Pull the mower back slowly.

12. Do not use the mower for any job except that for which it is intended. Do not force the mower.

13. Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

14. Stay Alert: Do not operate the mower when you are tired. Pay attention to what you are doing.

Use common sense.

15. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade

can amputate hands and feet.

16. Do not attempt to adjust the wheels or the cutting height while the motor is running.

17. Avoid dangerous environments. Do not operate the mower in the rain or in wet or damp grass.

18. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. Do not rush a mowing job.

19. Stop the blade when crossing gravel driveways, walkways, or roads.

20. If the mower starts to vibrate excessively, stop the motor and check for the cause immediately.

Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

21. Stop the motor and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass

catcher or unclogging the chute. The cutting blade will continue to rotate for a few seconds

after the motor is shut off. Do not place any part of your body in the blade area until you are

sure that the blade has stopped rotating.

22. Never operate mower without a proper trail shield, discharge cover, grass catcher, switch

control, or other safety device in place and in working order. Do not operate the mower with

damaged safety devices. Doing so can result in injury.

BATTERY & CHARGER

CHILD SAFETY

PROPER CARE FOR BATTERY

SAFE OPERATION

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aware of the presence of children.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult.

2. Do not allow children under the age of 14 to operate this mower. Children who are 14 years of

age and older must read and understand the operating instructions and safety rules in this

manual, and must be trained and supervised by a parent.

3. Stay alert, and turn the mower off if a child or any other person enters the mowing area.

4. Look behind and down for small children before and while moving backwards.

5. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure your view of a child who may run into the path of the mower.

CAUTION: USE ONLY YARDWORKS APPROVED REPLACEMENT BATTERIES, OTHER

BATTERIES MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE MOWER. Use with YARDWORKS

40V 10Ah battery 060-7552-0.

The battery that is supplied with this mower is a maintenance-free, sealed, 40 V storage battery.

It can be tipped without danger of acid spillage. The charger will require approximately 10 hours

to recharge a fully discharged battery.

BATTERY SAFETY RULES

Fully charge battery before initial use.

For optimal performance, charge the battery every two weeks, even when not in use.

Charge the battery in a cool, dry place.

The battery does not have to be fully discharged before recharging. This battery will not develop a

memory.

2 to 3 initial charging/discharging cycles may be required in order to reach the maximum run

time/capacity.

When it is fully charged, the battery can be stored in temperatures as low as 23 °F (–5 °C) for a

period of up to two weeks before it requires recharging.

Off-Season storage

In order to ensure optimal perfromance, it is recommended that the battery be charged every two

weeks when not in use.

If all of the following conditions are met, the mower can be stored with the charger disconnected .

1. The mower is fully charged before storing.

2. The average temperature of the storage location is below 50°F (10° C).

3. The battery will not be stored for more than 6 months.

SAFE OPERATION

CHARGER SAFETY RULES

Charge the mower battery in a dry area that is protected from the weather. Do not expose the

mower or the charger to rain. Do not charge the battery in a wet location. Operate the battery

charger in temperatures between 23 ° and 104 ° F (–5 ° and 40 ° C). In order to reduce the risk of

electric shock, use only the charger that is provided by the manufacturer to charge the battery.

DO NOT ABUSE THE CHARGE CORD. Never carry the charger by the cord. Do not disconnect

the charger from the outlet or from the mower by pulling the charger cord.

Do not service the mower with the charger connected.

Do not use a damaged charger. Replace the charger cords or the charger immediately.

Keep the mower and the charger away from water, heat sources (radiators, heaters, stoves, etc.),

flames, and chemicals.

WARNING: When transporting or servicing unit, always remove the fuse key and

battery.

SAFE OPERATION

BATTERY & CHARGER

Battery meter (Fig. 1)

Since the mower battery is shipped in a low charge condition, the battery must be charged before

use. The battery has four LED lights to indicate battery capacity. These lights will illuminate when

the button is pressed.

If four LED lights illuminate, the battery is 100% charged and ready for use.

Three lights indicate a 50-80% charge.

Two lights indicate a 30-50% charge.

If one light illuminates, the battery will soon require charging. It is recommended that the battery

be charged at this point. The battery is at 5-30% charge when one light illuminates.

If no lights illuminate, the battery must be charged IMMEDIATELY before use. There is less than

5% of battery charge remaining if none of the lights come on.

NOTE: When none of the lights are on, you must stop the mower and charge the battery immedi-

ately, or it will reduce the life of the battery.

Fig. 1

Battery meter

LEDs

BCI switch

WARNING: Always remove the fuse key and store it in a separate location out of the reach

of children when the mower is charging or not in use. Failure to remove the fuse key may

result in accidental starting or unauthorized use and cause serious personal injury.

WARNING: Never operate the mower without a proper trail shield, discharge cover, grass

catcher, switch, or other safety protective device in place and in working order. Do not

operate the mower with a damaged safety device. Doing so can result in injury. Do not

expose to rain or moisture.

BATTERY LEVEL

INDICATOR

BATTERY CAPACITY 100% 50-80% 30-50% 5-30%

HIGH LOW

SAFE OPERATION

BATTERY & CHARGER

Charging the battery pack (Fig. 2)

1. Remove the battery pack from the battery box.

2. Plug the charger connector into the receptacle on the mower battery.

3. Insert the 120 Volt plug of the charger into the wall receptacle.

NOTE: The battery is not shipped fully charged. It is recommended to fully charge before first use

to ensure that maximum run time can be achieved. This lithium-ion battery will not develop a

memory and may be charged at any time. A fully discharged battery pack will require approxi-

mately 10 hours to fully charge.

NOTE: Lithium-ion batteries while in use will continue to provide full power without power fade

unlike typical batteries; when the battery is fully discharged the battery circuitry will immediately

cut power to the tool and require immediate charging.

Fig. 2

Charger

Battery pack

WARNING: If any part of the charger is missing or damaged, do not operate it until the part

is repaired or replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in possible serious injury.

4. The red light and orange light on the charger should come on, indicating you have power and the

battery is being charged. The orange light should change to GREEN when charging is complete.

A fully discharged mower will charge in approximately 10 hours.

SAFE OPERATION

BATTERY & CHARGER

Safety notes and precautions

1. Do not disassemble the battery.

2. Keep away from children.

3. Do not expose the battery to water or salt water. You should place the battery in a cool and dry

environment.

4. Do not place the battery in high-temperature locations, such as fire, heater, etc.

5. Do not reverse the positive terminal and the negative terminal of the battery.

6. Do not connect the positive terminal and the negative terminal of the battery to each other with

any metal objects.

7. Do not knock or strike the battery, nor step on it.

8. Do not solder directly onto the battery and pierce the battery with nails or other edge tools.

9. In the event that the battery leaks and the fluid gets into your eyes, do not rub the eyes. Rinse

well with water. Immediately discontinue use of the battery if it emits an unusual smell, feels hot,

changes colour, changes shape, or appears abnormal in any other way.

WARNING: To reduce risk of injury to persons:

• Do not recharge batteries in a confined or unvented area; and

• Do not smoke, strike a match, or cause a spark in the vicinity of the battery during charging.

• Do not charge battery in rain or in wet location.

ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER

LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON (Fig. 3)

• Fuse key (2)

• Mower (1)

• Battery (3)

• Charger (4)

• Grass catcher (5)

• Mulching plug (6)

• Manual (7)

Note:

• Carefully remove the parts from the box.

• Inspect the parts carefully in order to verify that no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

• Do not discard the packing material until all parts have been examined.

• If any parts are damaged or missing, call 1-866-523-5218 for assistance.

Fig. 3

060-1780-2

Owner's Manual

TOLL FREE HELPLINE: 1 866 523-5218

IMPORTANT:

Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before using this product.

40 V Lithium Lawn Mower

ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER

ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE (Fig. 4)

1. Remove any packing material that may have been inserted between the upper and lower

handles for shipping purposes.

3. Align the holes (6) on the upper handle (1) and the lower handle (2).

Insert the cam lock (7), and tighten them using the knobs (8) provided.

2. Align the holes (1) on the lower handle (2) and the handle mounting bracket (3).

Secure the lower handle (2) to the handle mounting bracket with a cam lock (4) and a

spacer (5) in each side.

Fig. 4

3 21 45

ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER

ASSEMBLING THE BATTERY (Fig. 5)

BATTERY INSTALLATION

REMOVING BATTERY FROM MOWER

Fig. 5

1. Open the battery cover (2) by pulling up.

2. Rotate the latch (1) to the unlocked position.

3. Install battery (3) into compartment by pushing down to engage motor connector.

4. Install battery fuse key (4)

5. Rotate the latch (1) to lock the battery.

6. Close the battery cover.

1. Open the battery cover (2) by pulling up.

2. Rotate the latch (1) to unlock the battery.

3. Pull up on the battery handle and lift the battery (3) out of the compartment.

ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER

INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER BAG (Fig. 6)

1. Lift the chute cover (1).

2. Lift the grass catcher by its handle (2) and place under the chute cover so that the hooks (3)

on the grass catcher frame are seated into the slots in the handle bracket.

3. Release the chute cover. When installed correctly, the hooks on the grass catcher will rest

securely in the slots on the handle brackets.

slot

Fig. 6

ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER

INSTALLING THE MULCHING PLUG (Fig. 7)

1. To remove the mulching plug, lift the chute cover (1).

2. Grasp the handle (2) of the mulching plug and pull the mulching plug out using the handle.

3 .The mulching plug (3) is inserted on an angle, so it requires some force to remove it.

4. The mulching plug must be removed in order to install the grass catcher bag.

5. The mulching plug must be re-installed when the grass catcher bag is removed.

Fig. 7

DESCRIPTION OF PARTS

DIAGRAM OF THE MOWER

Read this owner's manual and safety rules carefully before operating the mower. Compare the

illustration below to the mower in order to become familiar yourself with the location of the various

controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

1. Bail switch

2. Start button

3. Upper handle

4. Cam lock

5. Lower handle

6. Grass catcher bag

7. Rear chute cover

8. Height adjustment lever

9. Wheel

10. Motor housing

11. Fuse key

12. Charger

13. mulching plug

14. Removable 40 V Battery

13 14

OPERATING THE LAWN MOWER

STARTING AND STOPPING (Fig. 8-9)

To start the motor:

1. Open the battery cover (1) and insert the fuse key (2) into the slot (3). (See Fig. 8)

2. Press and hold the start button (4). This makes the bail switch operational. (See Fig. 9)

3. Pull the bail switch (5) upward to the handle and release the button to start the mower.

To stop the motor:

1. Release the bail switch.

Fig. 8

Fig. 9

CAUTION: Do not attempt to override the operation of the start button or bail lever.

WARNING: The operation of any mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the

eyes, which can cause severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses while operating

the mower and while performing any adjustments or repairs.

WARNING: Ensure that other people and pets remain at least 100' (30 m) away when the

mower is in use.

INSPECT THE CUTTING AREA. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, and other debris

that might be thrown by the rotating blades.

OPERATING THE LAWN MOWER

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (Fig. 10)

When shipped, the wheels on the mower are set to a low-cutting position. Before using the mower

for the first time, raise the cutting position to the height best suited for your lawn. The average

lawn should be between 1-1/2 in. to 2 in. during cool months and between 2 in. and 3-1/4 in.

during hot months.

To adjust the blade height:

1. To raise the blade height, grasp the height adjustment lever (1) and move it toward the back of

the mower.

2. To lower the blade height, grasp the height adjustment lever (1) and move it toward the front of

the mower.

Fig. 10

LOW

/BAS

HIGH/

ÉLEVÉ

1-5/16 ” 1-3/4 ” 2-1/4 ” 2-3/4 ” 3-1/4 ”

SLOPE GAUGE & OPERATION

1. Mow across the face of a slope, and never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when

changing direction on a slope.

2. Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps that may cause a slip or a trip. Tall grass

can hide obstacles.

3. Always be sure of your footing. If you feel like you are losing your balance, release the

blade/motor control handle immediately. The blade will stop rotating within 3 seconds.

4. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments, because you could lose your footing or

balance.

5. Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater than 15°, as determined using the slope

gauge.

6. Do not mow wet or damp grass. Unstable footing can cause slipping.

Use this page as a guide in order to identify slopes that cannot be mowed safely.

WARNING: Slopes are a major factor related to accidents involving slips and falls, which

can result in severe injury. Operating the mower on a slope requires extra caution. If you

feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. For your safety, use the slope gauge that is included

as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area.

WARNING: Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater than 15° (a rise of

approximately 2 1/2’ [.75 m] every 10’ [3 m]). Mow across the face of a slope, and never up

and down.

SLOPE GAUGE

SLOPE GAUGE & OPERATION

NOTE: A sharp blade will greatly enhance the performance of the mower, especially when cutting

high grass. Be sure to check the blade and to sharpen it at least once per year, as described in the

Maintenance section.

1. Verify that the lawn is free of stones, sticks, wires, and other objects that could damage the

blades or the motor. These objects could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction,

and could cause serious personal injury to the operator and to others.In order to prevent electric

shock, do not operate the mower in damp or wet conditions.

2. Do not mow in circles. Travel back and forth across the lawn.

3. When cutting thick grass, reduce walking speed in order to allow for a more effective cut and a

proper discharge of the clippings.

4. For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or less of the total length of the grass. The average

lawn should be approximately 1 1/2 to 2” (3.8 to 5 cm) long during cool months, and more than

2” (5 cm) long during hot months. If there is growth, the lawn should be cut in the fall.

NOTE: INSPECT THE AREA WHERE THE MOWER IS TO BE USED, AND REMOVE ALL

STONES, STICKS, WIRE, BONES, AND OTHER DEBRIS THAT MIGHT BE THROWN BY THE

ROTATING BLADE.

1. Release the switch to turn the mower OFF when crossing any graveled area (stones can be

thrown by the blade).

2. Set mower to the highest cutting height when mowing on uneven ground or in tall weeds.

3. For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass, because it tends to stick to the underside of the

deck, preventing proper mulching of grass clippings. New or thick grass may require a narrower

cut. The ground speed should be adjusted to the condition of the lawn. If mowing has been

delayed and the grass has been allowed to grow longer than 4" (10 cm), mow the lawn twice in

order to reduce the grass height to a maximum of 3 1/4” (8.3 cm).

4. Walk at a steady pace. Overlap the cutting rows. Do not let the grass get too tall. If the grass

gets too long, start at the highest cutting position and work down to the desired cutting height.

WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, stop the motor and remove the battery. Thoroughly

inspect the mower for any damage. Repair any damage before operating the mower.

Excessive vibration of the mower during operation is an indication of damage. Thoroughly

inspect the mower and repair any damage before operating the mower.

MOWING TIPS

MULCHING TIPS

MAINTENANCE

Use only a YARDWORKS replacement blade (xx-xxxx-x).

1. REMOVE BATTERY.

2. While wearing leather padded gloves, wedge a block of wood between the blade and the

mower deck in order to prevent the blade from turning when the nut is being removed.

3. Using a 15-mm wrench or socket, loosen the blade nut (1) and remove the blade (4). Turn the

nut "COUNTER-CLOCKWISE" to loosen it and "CLOCKWISE" to tighten it.

4. Remove the blade nut (1), the square washer(2), the insulator washer(3), and the blade.

5. To re-install the blade, position the blade with the cutting edges toward the ground. Assemble

the blade nut, the square washer, and the insulator washer as shown. Using a 15-mm socket or

wrench, turn the blade nut "CLOCKWISE” in order to secure the blade.

NOTE: Be sure to replace the parts in the exact order in which they were removed. When

installing the cutting blade, verify that it is installed with the curved ends pointing toward the mower

deck, and not toward the ground. Refer to the schematic drawing on page 26 of this Manual.

WARNING: Always protect your hands by wearing heavy gloves and/or wrapping the

cutting edges with rags or other materials when performing any maintenance on the

blades. ALWAYS remove the fuse key when servicing or transporting the mower.

REPLACING THE BLADE (Fig. 11-12)

Fig. 11 Fig. 12

Loosen

Tighten

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