Intended use
English
Your Black & Decker mower has been designed for mowing
grass. This appliance is intended for consumer use only.
Safety instructions
Warning! When using cordless appliances, basic safety
precautions, including the following, should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal
injury and material damage.
Read all of this manual carefully before using the
appliance.
The intended use is described in this manual. The use
of any accessory or attachment or the performance of
any operation with this appliance other than those
recommended in this instruction manual may present a
risk of personal injury.
Retain this manual for future reference.
Using your appliance
Always take care when using the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm
persons without supervision.
The appliance is not to be used as a toy.
Do not allow children or animals to come near the work
area or touch the appliance or power supply cord.
Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is
used near children.
Use in a dry location only. Do not allow the appliance to
become wet.
Do not immerse the appliance in water.
Do not open body casing. There are no user-
serviceable parts inside.
Do not operate the appliance in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust.
To reduce the risk of damage to plugs and cords never
pull the cable to remove the plug from a socket
After use
When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a
dry, well ventilated place out of the reach of children.
Children should not have access to stored appliances.
When the appliance is stored or transported in a vehicle
it should be placed in the boot or restrained to prevent
movement following sudden changes in speed or
direction.
Inspection and repairs
Before use, check the appliance for damaged or
defective parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to
switches and any other conditions that may affect its
operation.
Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or
defective.
Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or
replaced by an authorised repair agent.
Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than
those specified in this manual.
Additional safety instructions for Lawnmowers
Firmly grip handle with both hands when operating the
lawnmower.
If at any time it is felt necessary to tilt the lawnmower,
make sure that both hands remain in the operating
position while the lawnmower is tilted. Keep both hands
in the operating position until the lawnmower is returned
to rest correctly on the ground.
Never wear radio or music headphones while operating
the lawnmower.
Never attempt to make a wheel height adjustment while
the motor is running or while the safety key is in the
switch housing.
If the lawnmower stalls, release bail bar to turn mower
off, wait for blade to stop and remove the safety key,
before attempting to unclog the chute or remove
anything from under the deck.
Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
Keep blades sharp. Always use protective gloves when
handling the lawnmower blade.
If you are using the grass bag (5), check it frequently for
wear and deterioration. If excessively worn, replace with
a new bag for your safety.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
lawnmower towards you.
Do not put hands or feet near or under the lawnmower.
Keep clear of the discharger opening at all times
Clear the area where the lawnmower is to be used of
objects such as rocks, sticks, wire, toys, bones etc.,
which could be thrown by the blade. Objects struck by
the blade can cause severe injury to persons. Stay
behind the handle when the motor is running.
Do not operate the lawnmower barefooted or while
wearing sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
Do not pull lawnmower backward unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind before and
while moving backward.
Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction.
Material may ricochet back toward the operator.
Release the bail bar to turn the lawnmower off and stop
the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
Do not operate the lawnmower without the entire grass
bag, discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety
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