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Form No. 3329-170
Silver Series
Lawn Mower
Model No. 10356—Serial No. 230000001 and Up
Model No. 10357—Serial No. 230000001 and Up
Model No. 10358—Serial No. 230000001 and Up
Operator’s Manual
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas
Introduction
may have similar laws.
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury
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2 • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or wire, bones, sticks etc., which could be picked up embankments. The operator could lose footing or and thrown by the blade. balance. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before • Do not mow excessively steep slopes. mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could • Do not operate the mower when barefoot or cause slipping. wearing open sandals. Always w
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3 • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, proper operation regularly. damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. • Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris Frequently check components and replace with build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow genuine Lawn-Boy parts, when necessary. mower to cool before storing. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the • Stop and inspect the
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4 Product Overview 3 5 4 6 2 7 8 1 100-6365 (Model 10358 only) 9 m-6584a 10 1. Cutting height lever 6. Ignition key (model 10357 only) 2. Oil fill/Dipstick 7. Fuel tank cap 3. Recoil start handle 8. Air filter 4. Self-propel drive bar 104-7953 9. Primer 5. Blade control bar (Model 10357 only) 10. Spark plug Note: The mulch plate and the rear bag (model 10358 only) are not shown for the purpose of clarity. 3329-170
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5 Filling the Engine with Oil Setup Your mower does not come with oil in the engine, Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic but it does come with a 20 oz. (0.59 l) bottle of oil. sheet that covers the engine. Max. fill: 20 oz., type: SAE 30W detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, or SJ. Unfolding the Handle 1. Remove the dipstick. Warning Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition. Do not damage
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6 Charging the Battery Refer to Charging the Battery on page 14. Before Operating Danger 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. S
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7 Adjusting the Cutting Height Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set all four wheels to the same height. 2-1/2 2 1-1/2 3 1 3-1/2 FRONT m-6589 m-6587 Adjusting the Handle Height Squeeze the bottom of the handle halves C B together (as shown) and A change the handle holes in which the pins (A) are mounted, as follows: • Raise the handle using hole (B). m-5614 • Lower the handle using hole (C). m-5612 Note: The cable guide is not shown for the purpose of clarity. 3329-170
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8 Using the Self-propel Drive Operation To operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the self-propel drive bar (A) toward the handle and hold it. Starting the Engine 1. Firmly push in the A primer 3 times with your thumb, holding the primer in for a second before releasing it each time. m-5572 Note: If the air temperature is below ° ° 55 F (13 C), firmly push m-5660 the primer in 5 times. 2. Hold the blade To disengage the self-propel drive, release the control bar (A) against self-propel drive bar
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9 Important: The mulch plate baffle (A) must go behind Installing the Mulch Plate the front housing baffle (B) and between the blade and the toe guard (C) to prevent it from contacting the To convert from side discharging to mulching, remove blade. the cover plate and install the mulch plate. Warning An uncovered discharge opening could allow the A lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in a serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur. B C
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10 Installing the Cover Plate Installing/Removing the To convert from mulching to side discharging, remove Rear Grass Bag the mulch plate and install the cover plate. Model 10358 only 1. Remove the wing screw (A) that fastens the Warning cover or mulch plate to the housing. A An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in a serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur. Never operate the lawn mower un
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11 7. Secure the chute with the wing screw (A). 13. Close the rear of the bag by folding the sides in and pressing the interlocking rear handle halves together. 1012 A 14. Hang the interlocked rear bag handle halves on the bag hanger. 1013 15. Grasp the front bag handle and slide it over the flange of the grass chute. 8. Check the clearance between the blade tips and the baffle and ensure that there is no contact. 16. Push downward on the front bag handle until it seats into position. Important:
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12 • Mow only dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and • Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full leaves tend to clump on the yard and can cause swath with each pass. 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 Warning rear wheels at 2-1/2 inches (64 mm). Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if Cutting Leaves you slip and contact the blade. Mow
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13 Preparing for Maintenance Changing the Engine Oil 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating stop. hours; change it yearly thereafter. 2. Disconnect the Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil A to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more spark plug wire from the contaminants. spark plug and hook it onto the retaining post Refer to Preparing for Maintenance on page 13. (A) before performing 1. Remove the any mainte
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14 Charging the Battery Replacing the Blade Model 10357 only 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 Warning procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories If the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it contain lead compounds, chemicals known to the immediately. If the blade edge is dull or
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15 Cleaning the Mower Folding the Handle 1. Remove the bag (model 10358 only). 2. With the engine Warning running on a flat paved surface, spray a stream Folding or unfolding the handle improperly can of water in front of the damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating right rear wheel. condition. 1093 Do not damage the cables when folding or The water will splash into the path of the blade, unfolding the handle. cleaning out the clippings. If a cable is damaged, contact an Authorized 3.
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The Lawn-Boy No-Worry Warranty Silver Series WPM A Two-Year Full Warranty SilverPro Series WPM Commercial WPM (Limited Warranty for Commercial Use) Conditions and Products Covered Owner Responsibilities For a period of two years from the date of purchase, Lawn-Boy and You must maintain your Lawn-Boy Product by following the its affiliate, Lawn-Boy Warranty Company, pursuant to an agree- maintenance procedures described in the operator’s manual. ment between them, jointly promise to repair any La
