Stanley Fatmax SFMCMW2651B - Children Specific; Slope Specific

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3 . Avoid mowing wet grass. (Poor footing could cause a slip and
fall accident.)
4 . Do not operate machine under any condition where traction,
steering, or stability is in question. Mower could slide even if
the wheels are stopped.
5 . Avoid starting and stopping on slopes. Avoid making
sudden changes in speed or direction. Make turns slowly
andgradually.
6 . Use extra care while operating machine with a grass catcher
or other attachment(s). They can affect the stability of
themachine.
Service
1 . Keep machine in good working order. Replace worn or
damaged parts.
2 . Use caution when servicing blades. Wrap the blade(s) or
wear gloves. Replace damaged blades. Do not repair or alter
blade(s). Keep all nuts and boltstight.
3 . Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.
4 . Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels asnecessary.
The following are explanations of important safety hazard
pictorials on themower.
User must read and understand the
instructionmanual.
To avoid the risk of serious injury do not mow up
and down slopes. Always mow acrossslopes.
To avoid the risk of injury to bystanders keep all
persons and pets at a safe distance from the mower
whileoperating.
Rotating blades can cause serious injury. Keep
hands and feet clear of mower deck and discharge
opening at all times. Always be sure blade has
stopped. Release bail handle to turn mower off and
wait for the blade to stop rotating (approximately
3seconds) and remove the safety key and battey
packs before removing and replacing grass
catcher, cleaning, servicing, transporting or lifting
themower.
Objects struck by mower blade can cause serious
injury. Stay behind the handle when the motor is
running. Always ensure persons and pets are clear
of the discharge from the mower while operating.
Always inspect mowing area before mowing and
remove objects that could be thrown by blade.
Release bail handle to turn mower off and wait
for the blade to stop rotating (approximately
3seconds) before crossing walk, roads, patio and
graveldrives.
2 . Keep the area of operation clear of all bystanders, particularly
small children and pets. Stop the machine and attachment(s)
if anyone enters the area.
3 . Do not operate the machine without the entire grass
catcher, discharge chute, or other safety devices in place and
functioning properly. Check frequently for signs of wear or
deterioration and replace as needed.
4 . Wear appropriate personal protective equipment such as
safety glasses, hearing protection, respiratory protection
andfootwear.
Operating
1 . Only operate the machine in daylight or good artificiallight.
2 . Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden hazards.
Uneven terrain could overturn the machine, or cause operator's
loss of balance or footing. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Stay
behindhandle.
3 . Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the
machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
4 . Do not direct discharge material toward anyone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material
may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blade(s)
when crossing gravel surfaces.
5 . Do not pull mower backward unless absolutely necessary.
Always look down and behind before and while
movingbackward.
6 . Always release the bail handle to stop the motor and wait until
the blade comes to a complete stop and remove the safety key
and battery packs before cleaning the mower, removing the grass
catcher, unclogging the discharge, when leaving the mower,
when storing the mower, when transporting the mower, or before
any adjustments, repairs orinspection.
7 . If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally, release the
bail handle, wait for the blade to stop and remove the safety
key and battery packs, then check for the cause immediately.
Vibration is generally a warning oftrouble.
Children Specific
1 . This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for theirsafety.
2 . Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children
will remain where you last sawthem.
3 . Keep children out of the operating area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than theoperator.
4 . Be alert and turn mower off if child enters thearea.
Slope Specific
1 . Slopes are a major factor related to accidents. Operation
on slopes requires extra caution. Do not mow slope if
uncomfortable doingso.
2 . Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Use caution
while operating near dropoffs, ditches, orembankments.