GreenWorks Tools 25022, Owner'S Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION
motor is running.
Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip
and fall accident.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders,
and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction, which may cause
the material to ricochet back toward the operator.
Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a slip and fall
accident. Walk, never run.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block
your view.
Do not pull the mower backward unless absolutely necessary. If you must back the mower
Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or
obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blade when crossing
gravel surfaces.
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.
If the lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these steps:
Stop the lawn mower and release the switch control lever.
Disconnect the power cord.
Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.
Repair any damage before restarting and continuing to operate the mower.
Stop the motor, disconnect the power cord, and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop
before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute. The cutting blade continues to
rotate for a few seconds after the motor is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the
blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating.
Disconnect the plug from power source before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing the lawn mower. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the product accidentally.
If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and check immediately for the
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
Service on the product must be performed by qualified repair personnel only. Service or
to the product.
Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the product. Use of unauthorized parts
may create a risk of serious injury to the user, or damage to the product.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an