Intended use
Your Black & Decker mower has been designed for mowing grass. This tool is intended for consumer use only.
Safety instructions
Warning! When using
Read all of this manual carefully before operating the appliance.
Before operating the appliance, make sure that you know how to switch it off in an emergency.
Retain this manual for future reference.
Training
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the appliance.
Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar with these instructions to operate the appliance. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. Never use the appliance while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
Remember that the operator will be held responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Preparation
Wear stout shoes or boots to protect your feet. Do not operate the appliance wearing
Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces (e.g. metal railings, lampposts, etc.).
Before using the appliance, visually check that the blade, blade nut and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Check that the blade nut is securely fastened. Before starting the operation, check that your mowing path is free from sticks, stones, wire and any other objects.
Operation
Never operate the appliance with defective guards or shields, or without safety devices, for example deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
Only use the appliance in daylight or good artificial light.
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Do not expose the appliance to rain. Do not use the appliance in damp or wet conditions. Preferably do not use the appliance in wet grass.
Be sure of your footing, particularly on slopes. Be
aware that freshly cut grass is damp and slippery. Do not work on steep slopes.
Work across the face of slopes, never up and down. Take extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
Walk, never run when using the appliance. Do not pull the appliance towards you or walk backwards when using the appliance.
Switch on the appliance according to instructions and with your feet well away from the blade.
Do not tilt appliance when switching it on, except if the appliance has to be tilted for starting. In that case, do not tilt the appliance more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part that is away from the operator. Always ensure that both hands are in the operating position before returning the appliance to the ground. Switch off the appliance and wait for the blade assembly to stop running if the appliance has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the appliance to and from the area to be mowed.
Do not lift or carry the appliance until the blade has come to a complete standstill.
Keep your hands and feet well away from the blade. Do not put your hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep away from discharge openings at all times. Switch off, remove the plug from the socket and ensure that moving parts have stopped rotating before leaving the appliance unattended and before changing, cleaning or inspecting any parts of the appliance or clearing a blockage.
If the appliance starts to vibrate abnormally or if you
hit a foreign object, switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the socket. Check for any damage to the appliance.
Take care to keep the mains cable away from the blade. Always be aware of the position of the cable. The motor will continue to run for a few seconds after switching the appliance off. Never attempt to force the blade to come to a standstill.
Maintenance and storage
Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective parts. Check for misalignment and seizure of moving parts, breakage of parts, damage to guards and switches and any other conditions that may affect its operation. Ensure that the appliance will operate properly and perform its intended function. Never use
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