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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
WARNING: IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:
•Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool reads and understands all safety instructions and other information contained in this manual.
•Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in instructing others.
DANGER IMPORTANT SAFE PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHIND MOWERS
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 OPERATION
1.Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the mower and in the instruction manual before starting.
2.Do not put hands or feet near or under the mower. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
3.Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate this mower.
4.Clear the area where the mower is to be used of objects such as rocks, sticks, wire, toys, bones, etc., which could be thrown by the blade. Objects struck by the blade can cause severe injury to persons. Stay behind the handle when the motor is running.
5.Be sure the area surrounding the mower is clear of bystanders before operating. All bystanders and pets should be kept at a safe distance. Stop the mower if anyone enters the area surrounding the mower.
6.Do not operate mower barefooted or while wearing sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
7.Do not pull mower backward unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while moving backward.
8.Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Release switch lever to turn mower off and stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces or when flipping the handle.
9.Do not operate mower without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety protective devices in place and working. Periodically check all guards and safety protective devices to ensure they are in good working order and will operate properly and perform their intended function. Replace a damaged guard or other safety device before further use.
10.Never leave a running mower unattended.
11.Always release the switch lever to stop the motor and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop and unplug the mower before cleaning the mower, removing the grass catcher, unclogging the discharge guard, when leaving the mower, or before making any adjustments, repairs or inspections.
12.Operate mower only in daylight or good artificial light when objects in the path of the blade are clearly visible from the operating area of the mower.
13.Do not operate mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or when you are tired or ill. Always stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense.
14.Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate mower in damp or wet grass, never use mower in the rain. Always be sure of your footing; walk; never run.
15.Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before starting the motor.
16.If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally, release the switch lever, wait for the blade to stop and unplug the mower, then check for the cause immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
17.Always wear proper eye and respiratory protection when operating the mower.
18.The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended for use with this mower could be hazardous. Only use accessories approved by Black & Decker.
19.Never overreach while operating the mower. Always be sure to keep proper footing and balance at all times while operating the mower.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
1.Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
2.Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
3.Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.
4.Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. You could lose your footing or balance.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
1.Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
2.Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
3.Never allow children to operate the mower.
4.Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.
