mower with your finger on the switch or energizing
mower that has the switch on invites accidents.
• Never pull the mower back toward you while you are
walking. If you must back the mower away from a
wall or obstruction, first look down and behind you to
avoid tripping, and then follow these steps:
• Step back from the mower in order to fully extend
your arms.
• Be sure that you are well balanced.
• Pull the mower back slowly.
• Use appliances only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire. Recharge only
with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A
charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack
may create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
• Remove the battery pack from the mower before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the mower accidentally.
• Before and while moving backwards with the mower,
look behind and down for small children and other
people.
• Do not operate the mower while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs. Stay alert and watch what you
are doing at all times. Use common sense and do
not operate the lawn mower when you are tired.
• Only allow operators, who are responsible, trained,
familiar with the instructions, and physically capable
to operate the machine.
• Do not carry passengers.
• 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.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
• Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
operation and while performing an adjustment or
repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects that
ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
Always use a face or dust mask if the operation is
dusty.
• Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. Do
not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the
cutting deck. Contact with the blade can amputate
hands and feet.
• Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of
material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and
the like. Also, avoid discharging material against
walls or obstructions, which may cause discharged
material to ricochet back toward the operator.
• To help avoid the blade or an injury from a thrown
objects, stay in the operator zone behind the
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• A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause
blade contact or injuries from thrown objects.
• Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can cause
severe injuries to persons. The lawn should always
be carefully examined and cleared of all objects
prior to each mowing.
• Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks
or roads.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or mower outside of the
temperature range specified in the instructions.
Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of
the specified range may damage the battery and
increase the risk of fire.
• If lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these
steps:
• Release the bail switch to disengage the motor.
• Remove the battery.
• Inspect for damage.
• Repair any damaged parts before restarting and
operating the lawn mower.
• Have servicing performed by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the product is
maintained.
• Dress properly; do not wear loose clothing or jewelry
that can be caught in moving parts. Use of safety
gloves and proper footwear is recommended when
working outdoors. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work
shoes and close-fitting slacks and shirts. Shirts
and pants that cover the arms and legs and steel-
toed shoes are recommended. Never operate this
machine in bare feet, sandals, slippery or lightweight
(e.g., canvas) shoes.
• Do not modify or attempt to repair the mower or the
battery pack (as applicable) except as indicated in
the instructions for use and care.
• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Avoid dangerous environments; do not use the lawn
mower in damp/wet locations or if it is raining.
• Store idle lawn mower indoors. When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high
or locked-up place – out of reach of children. Always
remove the battery from the mower before storing.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Walk,
never run while operating.
• If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally,
immediately stop the motor, remove the battery and
check for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning
that the mower is not functioning properly.
• Check bag frequently for deterioration and wear,
and replace worn bags. Check that replacement
bags comply with the original manufacturer's
recommendations or specifications.
• Before cleaning the mower, unclogging or removing
the grass bag, mulching insert, or side discharge
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