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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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•
Do
not operate the equipment while barefoot
or
when
wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
WARNING:
protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
your footing
on
slippery surfaces.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below and
on
the
•
Do
not leave the mower unattended while running.
machine may result
in
electric shock, fire, and/or serious
• Keep hands and feet away from cutting area. Keep clear
personal injury.
of the discharge opening at all times.
• Operate the
lawn
mower only
in
daylight
or
good artificial
light.
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• Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday
glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT
•
This
lawn
mower
is
capable of amputating hands and
safety glaSses. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of
feet and throwing objects. Failure
to
observe all safety
eye injury, Use face mask if
environment
is dusty.
instructions could result
in
serious injury or death.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply
•
Do
not use the lawn mower
in
damp
orwet
conditions or
with ANSI Z87.1 standard when operating this product.
operate
in
the rain.
• Use the right appliance. Do not use the lawn mower for
•
Never
allow
adultsto
operate the product without proper
any job except that for which it
is
intended,
instruction.
•
Do
not force the lawn mower. It will do the job better and
• Keep the area clear of all bystanders, children, and pets
safer at
the
rate for which it was designed.
while mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is
not alert to
sense when operating the lawn mower.
Do
not operate the
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
mower while tired
or
underthe influence of drugs, alcohol,
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
or medication. A moment of inattention while operating
children will remain where you last saw them.
the lawn mower may result
in
serious personal injury,
•
Keep
children out of the mowing area
and
under
the
watch-
• Keep machine
in
good working condition, Keep blades
ful
care
of a responsible adult other than
the
operator.
sharp and guards
in
place and
in
working order.
• Be alert and turn
mower
off if a child enters the area,
• Check all nuts, bolts, and screws
at
frequent intervals
• Never allow children to operate the lawn mower.
for
proper tightness to be sure the equipment
is
in
safe
•
Use
extra
care
when
approaching
blind
corners, shrubs,
working condition.
trees,
or
other objects that
may
block your
view
of a child.
• Stop the motor,remove the switch
key,
and wait until
•
Do
not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught
the blade
comes
to
a complete stop before cleaning
in
moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and footwear
is
the lawn mower,
or
unclogging
the
discharge
opening.
recommended when working outdoors.
• When not
in
use, mower should be stored indoors
in
a
• Keep firm
footing
and
balance.
Do
not
overreach.
dry, locked up
place-out
of the reach
of
children,
Overreaching can result
in
loss
of
balance.
fu
WARNING: The batteries
in
this product may contain one or more of
the
following chemicals known
to
the State of Califomla
to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive hann: lead, nickel, cadmium, lithium, cobalt. Wash hands after handling.
& WARNING: Some dust and debris created by the use
of
this tool could contain chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals
are:
* chemicals
in
fertilizers
• compounds
in
insecticides, herbicides and pesticides
* arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk from exposure
to
these chemicals varies, depending
on
how often
you
do this type of work.
To
reduce your exposure,
work
in
a well-ventilated area and with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed
to
filter out
microscopic particles.
& WARNING: The electrical cords
on
this product may contain chemicals known
to
the State
of
Califomia to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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• Do
not
operate the
mower
without
the
entire
discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety
protective devices
in
place and working.
• Follow manufacturer's instructions for proper operation
and Installation of accessories. Only use accessories
approved by the manufacturer,
•
Do
not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes.
Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident. Walk,
never
run
.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may block
your
view.
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