16. I fthemower should s tart t ovibrate abnormally,
release theswitch l ever, wait f orthe blade t ostop and unplug themower, then check f orthe
cause i mmediately.
Vibration isgenerally awarning oftrouble.
17. A lways wear p roper eye and respiratory
protection
when o perating the mower.
18. T he use ofany accessory
orattachment
notrecommended
foruse with this mower could b ehazardous.
Only use accessories
approved by
Black & Decker.
19. N ever overreach
while o perating
the mower. Always besure tokeep p roper footing and balance atalltimes w hile operating themower.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents,
which can result in severe
injury. Operation
on all slopes requires
extra caution.
If you
feel uneasy
on a slope, do not mow it.
1. Mow across
the face of slopes;
never up and down. Exercise
extreme
caution
when changing
direction
on slopes.
2.
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
3.
Do not mow on wet grass or excessively
steep slopes.
Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.
4.
Do not mow near drop-offs,
ditches, or embankments.
You could lose your footing or balance.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents
can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence
of children.
Children
are often attracted
to the mower and the mowing
activity.
Never assume
that children
will remain where you last saw them.
1. Keep children
out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible
adult other than the operator.
2.
Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
3.
Never allow children
to operate
the mower.
4.
Use extra care when approaching
blind corners,
shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.
GENERAL
SERVICE
1. Never operate mower in a closed
area.
2.
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment
is in safe working
condition.
3.
Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation
regularly.
4.
Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Allow mower to cool before storing.
5.
If you strike a foreign
object,
release switch
lever to turn mower off wait for the blade to stop and unplug the mower and then inspect the
mower. Repair, any damage,
before starting and operating
the mower.
6.
Never make any adjustments
or repairs with the motor running or while the mower is plugged
in.
7.
Always unplug electric
mowers
before adjusting,
cleaning,
repairing,
inspecting,
transporting,
storing or leaving the mower.
8.
Check grass catcher components
and the discharge
guard frequently and when necessary
replace with Black & Decker recommended
parts only.
9. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution
when servicing
them.
10. Maintain
or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
ZLWARNING:
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR ALL TOOLS
• THIS TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS.
Follow all warnings
and Safety Instructions
in this manual. The operator
is responsible
for following
warnings
and instructions
in this manual and on unit. Restrict use of this mower to persons who read, understand
and follow warnings
and
instructions
in this manual and on unit.
• STORE IDLE MOWER
INDOORS.
Mowers should be stored indoors in dry, secured area - out of reach of children.
• DON'T
FORCE MOWER.
It will do the job better and with less likelihood
of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
• USE RIGHT APPLIANCE.
Do not use the mower for any job except that for which it is intended.
• DRESS PROPERLY.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves,
long pants and substantial,
non-
skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors.
• USE SAFETY
GLASSES AND OTHER SAFETY
EQUIPMENT.
Use safety goggles
or safety glasses with side shields, complying
with applicable
safety standards
and, when needed, a face shield. Also use face or dust mask if operation
is dusty. This applies to all persons in the work area.
Also use a hard hat, hearing protection,
gloves, safety shoes and dust collection
systems when specified
or required.
Safety glasses or the like are
available
at extra cost at your local dealer or Black & Decker Service Center.
• DON'T ABUSE CORD.
Never carry mower by cord or yank it to disconnect
from receptacle.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
• MAINTAIN
MOWER
WITH CARE.
Keep cutting edge clean and sharp for best performance
and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions
for
lubricating
and changing
accessories.
Inspect mower cord periodically
and if damaged,
have it repaired by authorized
service facility. Inspect
extension
cords periodically
and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING.
Don't carry plugged-in
mower with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
• BEFORE
USING, always visually inspect to see that the blade, blade fasteners
and cutter assembly
are not worn or damaged.
Replace worn or
damaged
blades and fasteners
in sets to preserve
balance.
Inspect the mower cord - ensure it is in good condition.
Cord insulation
must be intact
with no cracks or deterioration.
• TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, this mower has polarized
plug blades (one blade is wider than the other) and will require the
use of a polarized
extension cord. The mower plug will fit into a polarized
extension
cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the
extension
cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized
extension
cord. A polarized
extension
cord will require the
use of a polarized
wall outlet. The extension
cord plug will fit into the polarized
wall outlet only one way. If the extension
cord plug does not fit fully
into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the extension
cord plug still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician
to install the proper wall outlet. Do
not change the mower plug, extension
cord receptacle,
or extension
cord plug in any way.
• EXTENSION
CORDS.
Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
Cord insulation
must be intact with no cracks or deterioration.
Plug
connectors
must be undamaged.
When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw.
An undersized
extension
cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting
in loss of power and overheating,
which can shorten the life of the motor.
The table shows the correct size to use depending
on cord length and nameplate
ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Minimum
Gauge
for Cord Sets
Volts
Total Length
of Cord in Feet
120V
0-25
26-50
51-100
101-150
(0-7,6m)
(7,6-15,2m)
(15,2-30,4m)
(30,4--45,7m)
240V
0-50
51-100
101-200
201-300
(0-15,2m)
(15,2-30,4m)(30,4--60,9m)
(60,9-91,4m)
Ampere
Rating
More
Not more
American
Wire Gauge
Than
Than
0
6
18
16
16
14
6
10
18
16
14
12
10
12
16
16
14
12
12
16
14
12
Not Recommended