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CORDLESS LAWNMOWER SAFETY WARNINGS
Before use, always visually inspect the product to ensure that blades,
blade bolts, and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged.
Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve
balance.
Bring the product to an authorised service centre to replace damaged
or unreadable labels.
Replace worn or damaged parts before operating the product.
Do not pull the product backwards unless absolutely necessary. If you
must back the product away from a wall or obstruction, first look down
and behind to avoid tripping or pulling the product over your feet.
Turn off the product and allow the blade to stop if the product has to
be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass,
and when transporting the product to and from the work area.
Never use the product with defective guards or shields, or without
safety devices, such as deflectors and grass catchers, in place.
Do not tilt the product when turning on the motor or while the
motor is running. If absolutely necessary, you may raise the front of
the product by no more than 5 cm to enable easier starting. Press
down on the handlebar to achieve this. Always return the product
to its normal position with all wheels on the ground before cutting.
Tilting the product exposes the blade and increases the probability of
objects being thrown and accidentally making contact with the blade.
Ensure that the isolator key is removed before inserting the battery
pack.
Turn on the product carefully according to instructions, and keep
hands and feet away from the blades. Do not put hands or feet near
or under rotating parts.
Never pick up or carry the product while it is running.
Turn off the product, and remove the isolator key and the battery
pack. Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop:
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whenever leaving the product unattended (including disposal of
grass clippings)
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before clearing blockages or unclogging the discharge chute
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before checking, cleaning, or working on the product
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before removing the grass catcher or opening the grass discharge
chute cover
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after striking a foreign object; inspect the product for damage and
make repairs as necessary before restarting and operating the
product
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if the product starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately)
– inspect for damage, particularly the blades
– replace or repair any damaged parts
– check for and tighten any loose parts
The cutting blade should rotate approximately parallel to the ground
over which it is being wheeled.
The blade on the product is sharp. Use extreme caution, and wear
heavy-duty gloves when fitting, replacing, cleaning, or checking bolt
security.
Frequently check the grass catcher for wear, holes, or deterioration.
The product must be started with the user behind the handlebars in
the operator safety zone. Never start the product if:
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The grass discharge chute is exposed and is not protected by the
grass catcher and grass discharge chute cover.
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Hands and feet of all persons are not clear of the cutting
enclosure.
Never operate the product if the on/off switch on the handlebar does
not properly start and stop the product.
Never attempt to lock the on/off switches in the on position; this is
extremely dangerous.
Do not force the product. It will do the job better and safer at the
speed for which it was designed.
Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, property stakes, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
Always ensure that the motor control cable is never trapped, pinched,
or otherwise damaged during assembly or when folding the handle.
Injuries may be caused, or aggravated, by prolonged use of the
product. When using the product for prolonged periods, ensure to
take regular breaks.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product damage due
to a short circuit, never immerse the tool, battery pack, or charger in
fluid or allow fluid to flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids,
such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-
containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit.
OVERLOAD, OVERHEAT, AND TILT PROTECTION
The product has an overload protection device. When overloading is
detected, the product automatically turns off. If the overload protector
is actuated, release the on/off bail bar. Press the start button, and
squeeze the on/off bail bar to restart the product. If the product still
does not start, reinstall the battery pack.
The battery pack has overheat protection. Excessive temperatures
causes the battery to stop powering the product. If the battery pack
is too warm, allow it to cool down before resuming operation. If the
product still does not work, recharge the battery.
NOTE: The battery pack LED indicator stops working if the battery
protection feature has caused the battery pack to stop powering
the product. Turn off the product or remove the battery pack from
the product, and the battery pack LED indicator will resume normal
function.
The tilt protection function stops the product if the it is tilted beyond
45°, for about 7 seconds. The product will not function if the tilt angle
limit is exceeded or if the product is in the vertical storage position.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
Turn off the product, and remove the isolator key and the battery
pack. Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Allow the product to cool down before storing or transporting.
Remove all foreign materials from the product. Store the product in
a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children.
Keep the product away from corrosive agents such as garden
chemicals and de-icing salts. Do not store the product outdoors.
For transportation in vehicles, remove the isolator key, and secure the
product against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or
damage to the product.
Use extreme caution when lifting or tilting the product for
maintenance, cleaning, storage, or transportation. The blade is sharp.
Keep all body parts away from the blade while it is exposed.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local and national provisions
and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling when
transporting batteries by a third party.
Ensure that no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting exposed
connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps or tape. Do not
transport batteries that are cracked or leaking. Check with the
forwarding company for further advice.
MAINTENANCE
Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts, accessories, and
attachments. Failure to do so can cause possible injury, can contribute
to poor performance, and may void your warranty.
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be
performed only by a qualified service technician. Have the product
serviced by an authorised service centre only.
Turn off the product, and remove the isolator key and the battery
pack. Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before any cleaning or maintenance task.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Frequently check the grass catcher for wear or deterioration.
Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to ensure that the product is in safe working condition.
Be careful during adjustment of the product to prevent entrapment
of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the product.
When servicing the blades, be aware that even though the power
source is turned off, the blades can still be moved.
Replace damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
You may make adjustments and repairs described in this manual.
For other repairs, have the product serviced by an authorised service
centre only.
After each use, clean the plastic parts with a soft, dry cloth. Any
part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre.
The blade on the product is sharp. Use extreme caution, and wear
heavy-duty gloves when fitting, replacing, cleaning, or checking bolt
security.
The blade bolts must be adequately tightened. See the manufacturer’s
recommendations for blade bolt torque, which can be found in the
product specification table in this manual.
CLEARING BLOCKAGES
Turn off the product, and remove the isolator key and the battery
pack. Make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Always wear heavy-duty gloves when checking or clearing a blockage.
The blades are sharp, and the blockage itself could be a sharp object.
Remove the grass catcher. Check and carefully clear the grass catcher
for obstructions.
Check and carefully clear the grass discharge chute for clear
blockages.
Turn the product on its side. Check its underside and the area around
the blade. Carefully remove any blockages. Remember that the blade
may move during cleaning.