what adjustments are there other than height? mine is nearly impossible to push -i tried it at 3" on low grass. im 6'3" 220 so something is wrong here
2073762
I think something is wrong. I'm a 79 yr old female (105#) and I can alter the height. Usually long grass might need cutting at 3.5". I usually do 3" tall strips......rake if necessary and then lower to 2" height and cut again. I'm very happy with this mowing gem. It's good exercise :) Anngee
2073763
hmmm, mine can be hard to push if the grass gets too high (and also may need to go over it a few time in this case) but I'm 5'-0" and about 110lb, so the fact that you can barely push yours on low grass doesn't sound right at all....the only adjustment other than blade height is the handle bar, but I doubt that would make much different.
2073764
It sounds like you need a blade adjustment. The cutting reel and stationary blade should be just short of making contact -see the manual for directions. Also there is a handle height adjustment.
2073765
I am only a 5'4" female and I have no problems pushing it at all. I have it set at 1" grass height. Check and make sure nothing is binding your wheels or the blades...careful blades are super sharp! Once in a while I will get a small twig stuck in there and that will prevent the mower from going forward.
2073766
The little wheels on mine were a bit stiff when I got it, a little spray on lithium grease worked well. After a while that assembly with bolt and sheath will wear down. Small bearing wheels can be bolted onto the inside of the height control arms (and you can use larger wheels if you don't want to mow low).There's a high level of resistance when you're moving too slow. When you get this mower lay it on its side and turn the rear wheel, it should make a metal "schissing" noise, if it makes a sound like opening a catfood pull-can it is adjusted a little tight.
1764059
That's hard to say sine I've never been taller than 5'10". But I suppose it might be a squeeze typical for yourself or anyone so large. In fact, I would suggest you contact the manufacturer since I there is the possibility that the sliding posts may not go that far up. Personally, I would suggest a much beefier 45-degree leg sled that could hold a lot more weight and afford easier access to the seat.
554533
If you find it difficult to push through the lawn, raise the height adjustment. If there is difficulty pushing on a hard suface, such as your driveway or sidewalk, then the blades will need to be adjusted. You should call American Lawnmower and tell them of the problems you are having and get their advise.
1361445
with some practice. you need to keep the front slightly raised as you push. if the gravel is real loose you may have some issues but i do mine ok. its about 150'.
443031
If your grass or in my case weeds are not really high it's not very hard to push. The higher the grass the harder it is to push
766379
Well, you are not alone. I completely missed that wt limit also, if it was there. None of my friends can use it. One friend who is 145lb could not really make it work. We ended up doing some redneck engineering with some boat bumpers and can sit on it, but not stand. I am going to save for my neices and nephews, but all of my crew is too heavy.
1447026
Should easily adjust to the cutting level you want. Model is hard to push smoothly over slightly rough ground. Suggest you buy a self propelled model or at least one with larger rear wheels to make it easier to push.
2269660
I had great difficulty at first but gradually learned how to attach the grass catcher. I think the trick is to tilt the back slightly up and make certain the catcher is centered properly. Also make sure the top lines up with the raised part of the mower. Once you get the knack of it, it's not so difficult.
1980228
Mine wasn't good for any people. It doesn't even work--just says 70 some pounds.If you just want it to stand on it is low to the ground and has big numbers. Too bad they don't say your correct weight or anything close to it. (I'm not seventy some pounds, I'm much bigger and no it wasn't metric, that part doesn't work either.)
1048745
The height is not adjustable. I am 6'3" and I find it to be trifle low, both as a cane and as a chair. It is very lightweight. It works best on reasonably flat, hard surfaces. I have been using it outdoors recently, and the chair legs do sink into soft soil.
910133
I'm 6'3" and I can ride pretty straight up. If you're over 200lbs, it won't go that fast on level ground. Certainly not up any inclines, without a foot push.
411800
I will add that I never set my mowing height lower than half way, as cutting most grasses too short is not good for them. In such a case if you accidentally run the over the cord with the mower it will not get cut (but you should try to avoid this).
554532
Try raising the height adjustment. The mower blades may be positioned too low for your lawn, especially if it is very dense. The instructions describe the 3-position adjustment. I had to lower mine from the default setting because I have a very short Berumuda grass.
852068
Unfortunately you cannot adjust the legs. I have the same problem. I just prop the legs up and that seems for fix it.
193305
Thanks SirBrad... I was having problems extending the bottom as well. Your suggestion helped me a lot. It's a pity they didn't specify this in the instructions.
1847983
I'm 5'5" /70 year old woman, and I can just barely put mine up. I always find a guy to help me shove the middle up first so that I can raise the corners. I threw my back out after two Saturdays in a row at farmers' market, setting up and taking down my tent, putting it back in the case and loading it and the corner weights back in my SuV; and I had to go through 2 months of physical therapy to get my lower back restored to normal, and alleviate the pain in my hip and leg. So, I quit farmers' market after the first two Saturdays, and I'll find help before I set my tent up again.
883705
Raise it all the way up, and then it will release and allow you to lower it.. Hope this helps �