Lawn-Boy Insight 10684 User Manual

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Insightt
Lawn Mower
Model No. 10684—Serial No. 250000001 and Up
Form No. 3352-935 Rev B
Operator’s Manual
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Introduction
Read this manual 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.
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.
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. The illustration below identifies the location of
the model and serial numbers on the product. Write
the numbers in the space provided below:
Model #:
Serial #:
m-7915
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the following words:
• Danger signals an extreme hazard that will
cause serious injury or death if you do not follow
the recommended precautions.
• Warning signals a hazard that may cause
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
• Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor
or moderate injury if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
This manual uses two other words to highlight
information. Important: calls attention to special
mechanical information and Note: emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.
Warning
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.
Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark
arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas
may have similar laws.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is supplied for
information regarding The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance
and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through
the engine manufacturer.
Safety
This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade
safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn
mowers and the B71.1 specifications of the American
National Standards Institute in effect at the time of
production.
Read and understand the contents of this manual
before the engine is ever started.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to
alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol
to avoid possible injury or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this mower
could result in injury or death. To reduce this
potential, comply with the following safety
instructions.
The following instructions have been adapted from
the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.1—2003.

Lawn-Boy Insight 10684 Specifications

General

Category	Lawn Mower
Brand	Lawn-Boy
Model	Insight 10684
Engine Type	4-Cycle
Cutting Width	21 inches
Drive Type	Self-Propelled
Deck Material	Steel
Starter	Recoil

Summary

Introduction

Safety Messages

Identifies potential hazards and safety messages using signal words like Danger, Warning, and Caution.

Important Warnings

Highlights California emissions warning, engine compliance, and general safety alerts.

General Operation

Slope Operation

Advises caution when operating on slopes to prevent falls and loss of balance.

Children Safety

Warns about tragic accidents involving children near the mower and how to prevent them.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Provides critical safety instructions for handling flammable and explosive gasoline.

General Service

Safety and Instruction Decals

Product Overview

Setup

Unfolding the Handle

Step-by-step guide to unfold and secure the mower handle for operation.

Filling the Engine with Oil

Instructions on checking and filling the engine with the correct oil type, specifying capacity and grade.

Before Operating

Filling the Fuel Tank

Details on filling the fuel tank with fresh, unleaded regular gasoline from a service station.

Checking the Engine Oil Level

Procedure to check and maintain the correct engine oil level using the dipstick.

Adjusting the Cutting Height

Adjusting the Upper Handle Height

Operation

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the mower engine using the primer and recoil starter.

Using the Self-propel Drive

How to engage and operate the self-propel feature for easier maneuvering.

Stopping the Engine

Procedure to safely stop the mower's engine by releasing the control bar.

Mulching the Clippings

Bagging the Clippings

Installing the Grass Bag

Instructions for attaching the grass collection bag to the mower.

Removing the Grass Bag

Side Discharging the Clippings

Installing the Side Discharge Chute

Guide for fitting the side discharge chute to the mower for side discharge.

Removing the Side Discharge Chute

Operating Tips

Cutting Grass

Advice on optimal grass cutting techniques and height settings for best results.

Cutting Leaves

Tips for effectively cutting and managing lawn leaves, including height adjustments.

Maintenance

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Provides a schedule of maintenance tasks and intervals for the mower.

Preparing for Maintenance

Servicing the Air Cleaner

Changing the Engine Oil

Lubricating the Wheel Gears

Adjusting the Self-propel Drive

Replacing the Blade

Cleaning the Mower

Storage

Preparing the Mower for Storage

Steps to prepare the mower for off-season storage, including draining fuel and oil.

Folding the Handle

Removing the Mower from Storage

The Lawn-Boy No-Worry Warranty