Important Safety Instructions - Black and Decker MM850 Manual De Instrucciones

Important Safety Instructions

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WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRIC LAWNMOWERS, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE
FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING THE
FOLLOWING.
1. KNOW YOUR MOWER - Read the Manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the
proper use of your mower.
2. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT - Don't use your mower in the rain or in damp or wet
locations. Don't operate it in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors normally spark and the
sparks might ignite fumes.
3. USE PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT - Wear safety spectacles or goggles while mowing (regular
eyeglasses are not safety glasses). Use face or dusk mask if operation is dusty. Safety spectacles are
available at your Black & Decker dealer.
4. KEEP GUARDS AND SHIELDS IN PLACE - and keep in working order.
5. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK - Repair or replace damaged mower cord or extension cords
immediately. To prevent disconnection of mower cord from the extension cord during use, knot the
cords exactly as shown in Figure 1.
6. DANGER: KEEP AWAY FROM BLADE AREA - Risk of cut - Keep hands and feet away from blade.
Don't attempt to remove cut material or unclog chute when blade is moving.
7. DISCONNECT LAWNMOWER - Release switch lever to turn off mower and after blade has stopped,
unplug cord from receptacle or extension cord when tool is not in use, before making adjustments,
before servicing, cleaning and when changing accessories such as blades, and the likes.
8. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
9. STORE IDLE LAWNMOWER INDOORS - When not in use, lawnmower should be stored indoors in a
dry place, locked up - out of reach of children.
10. DON'T FORCE THE MOWER - It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
11. USE RIGHT TOOL - Do not use tool for any job except that for which it was intended.
12. DRESS PROPERLY - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.
Use of rubber gloves and footwear is recommended when working outdoors.
13. DON'T ABUSE CORD - Never pull lawnmower by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.
14. WARNING - To reduce the risk of electric shock hazard use only with an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Always connect extension cords to a fused line or one protected by a circuit breaker.
15. DON'T OVERREACH - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
16. MAINTAIN LAWNMOWER WITH CARE - Keep blade sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect lawnmower cord
periodically and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords
periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING - Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
18. OBJECTS STRUCK BY THE LAWNMOWER BLADE can cause severe injuries to persons. The
lawn should always be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to each mowing.
19. IF MOWER STRIKES A FOREIGN OBJECT follow these steps: (a) Release switch lever to turn off
mower and wait for blade to stop, (b) Unplug power cord, (c) Inspect for damage, (d) Repair any
damage before restarting and operating the mower.
20. USE IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT BLADES ONLY.
21. WHEN SERVICING – Use only identical replacement parts.
22. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to
be used for the lawnmower. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be
used for this measure of safety.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE
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