IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING MOWER.
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precau- tions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, in- cluding the following:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY:
•Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool reads and understands all safety instructions and other information con- tained in this manual.
•Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use.
BEFORE OPERATING MOWER
Read the manual before operating this mower. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of your mower.
1.Avoid Dangerous Environments
•Do not operate mower in rain or in damp or wet locations.
•Do not operate mower in gaseous explosive atmospheres. Motors nor- mally spark and the sparks might ignite fumes.
•Do not operate mower while under the influence of alcohol, medications, or drugs.
•Do not operate mower when you are tired or ill.
•Do not operate mower if it is damaged or not securely and fully assembled.
2.Keep guards and shields in place and keep them in working order.
3.Keep children out of the mowing area and under watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
4.Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
5.Only well instructed adults should operate mower. Never allow children to operate mower.
6.Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may block your view of a child.
7.Do not use mower for any job except that for which it is intended.
8.Dress properly when operating mower.
•Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught in moving parts of the mower.
•Wear long pants when operating mower.
•Always wear rubber gloves and sub- stantial rubber soled footwear when
working outside.
•Do not operate mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
•Always wear a face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
9.Always wear eye protection that meets or exceeds the requirements of ANSI Z87.1 (regular eyeglasses are not safety glasses).
10.Guard against electric shock. Repair or replace damaged cords immediately.
11.Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign ob- jects that could be thrown by the blade.
12.Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
13.Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never run.
14.The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended for use with this mower could be hazardous and might increase risk of injury.
15.Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blade, blade fasteners, and cutter assembly are not worn or dam- aged. Replace worn or damaged blades and fasteners in sets to preserve balance. Inspect the mower cord - ensure it is in good condition. Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or deterioration.
WARNING
This product contains chemi- cals,includinglead,knowntothe State of California to cause cancer or birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING
Some dust created by this prod- uct contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Some ex- amples of these chemicals are:
•compounds in fertilizers
•compounds in insecticides, herbicides, and pesticides
•arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially de- signed to filter out microscopic particles.
WARNING
RISK OF CUT – Keep hands and feet away from blades at all times. Do not attempt to remove cut material or unclog chute when blade is moving.
WHILE OPERATING MOWER
1.Stay alert. and use commom sense.Watch what you are doing.
2.Stay behind the handle when the motor is running.
3.Objects struck by mower blade can cause severe injuries to persons. The lawn should always be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to each mowing.
4.Be aware of extension cord while operating mower. Be careful not to trip over extension cord. Keep extension cord away from cutter blades at all times.
5.Avoid unintentional starting.
•Do not carry
•Be sure safety key is removed when plugging in mower.
•Be sure bail handle is not engaged when inserting key.
6.Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times when operating mower.
7.Disconnect the mower from the power supply and remove key
•when not in use
•before making adjustments
•before servicing or cleaning
•before lifting or transporting
•before changing accessories or blade
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