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OPERATING THE MOWER
Safe Mower Practice
WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS -Take extreme care do not mow across the supply cable. If this should occur, switch off immedi- ately and disconnect the plug from the power supply. Carefully exam- ine the cable for cuts and damage. A defective cable must be replaced before the mower is used again. Always be aware of the location of the supply cable in relationship to the mower and the grass area. Do not allow the cable to become hidden in uncut grass. Keep the cable over the cut area at all times. A cable which is out of sight is out of mind and this could lead to a hazardous situation. Plan a 'cutting scheme' which works away from the power supply point and ensures that the cable is trailed out over the cut area. Work up and down the lawn in rows. Turn the machine round at the end of the row and step across the cable so that the cable is trailed along in the cut area on the return run.
When working around flower beds, prevent the cable from trailing across the cultivated area by positioning a stake at the corner of the bed. Do not allow the cable to be pulled around sharp obstructions. Stop mowing immediately if cable resistance is felt and remove the obstruction. Do not allow the cable to become entangled.
WARNING: PREVENT ACCIDENTS - Switch off at the mains, remove the plug before adjusting, cleaning or if the cable is entan- gled.
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