1
RISK LEVELS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to
explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYM-
BOL
SIGNAL
MEANING
DANGER
Indicates an imminently haz-
ardous situation, which, if not
avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazard-
ous situation, which, if not
avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazard-
ous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
CAUTION
(Without Safety Alert Sym-
bol) Indicates a situation that
may result in property dam-
age.
2
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
This symbol indicates important safety instructions. If these
instructions are not followed, it could endanger the personal
safety and/or property of the operator and others. Read and
understand all instructions in this manual before attempting
to operate the mower. Failure to comply with these
instructions may result in personal injury.
DANGER
This mower was built to be operated according to the rules
for safe operation that are contained in this manual. As with
any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the
part of the operator can result in serious injury. This mower
is capable of amputating body parts and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the following safety rules could result in
serious injury or death.
WARNING
Basic safety precautions should always be followed when
using lawnmowers in order to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury.
WARNING
Use of this mower should be restricted to individuals who
have read and understand and will follow the warnings and
instructions that are printed in this manual and on the
mower.
WARNING
•
Carefully read all instructions on the mower and in the
manual before attempting to assemble and operate the
mower.
•
For safe operation, read, understand, and follow all
instructions in this manual.
•
Become familiar with all controls and their proper
operation. Know how to stop the mower and how to
disengage the power in an emergency.
•
Keep this manual in a safe place for reference and
consult it regularly.
2.1
OPERATOR
•
Do not use battery-operated ride-on mower in rain.
•
Only allow responsible, capable adults who are familiar
with the instructions to operate this machine.
•
Safe operation requires your full attention and
capabilities.
•
Always look where you are going and be aware of your
surroundings.
•
Listen to the machine and be aware of any change.
•
Feel the machine and its responses from both your inputs
and the environment.
•
Remain focused on your task.
•
Always wear proper eye protection that complies with the
latest safety standards in order to reduce the risk of eye
injury while operating or performing any adjustment or
repair. See ANSI Z87.1.
•
Do not operate machine unless discharge guard or other
safety devices are in place and working.
•
Always wear a face mask or a dust mask while operating
the mower in a dusty environment.
•
Always dress properly. The wearing of protective gloves
and safety footwear is recommended.
•
Do not wear radios or music headphones while operating
the machinery.
•
Do not operate the equipment while wearing sandals,
tennis shoes, sneakers, shorts or any type of loose-fitting
clothing. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get
tangled in moving parts. Always wear long pants, safety
glasses, ear protection and safety shoes while operating
this machine.
•
Stay alert! Do not operate the mower when you are tired.
Do not operate the mower while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs. Pay attention to what you are doing. Use
common sense.
•
Never carry passengers.
•
Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for wheel
weights or counterweights.
2.2
MACHINE
•
Never operate a poorly maintained machine.
•
Always keep safety shields and covers in place.
4
English
EN
