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12) Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
13) 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.
14) If lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these steps:
i) Stop lawn mower. Release the switch.
ii) Unplug power cord.
iii) Inspect for damage.
15) Use identical replacement blades only.
DANGER:
This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation included 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 machine is capable
of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe all safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING:
When using electric lawn mowers, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury. These basic precautions include the following:
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and
mowing activity. They do not understand the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
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Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
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Be alert and turn the mower off if a child enters the area.
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Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision of a
child who may run into the mower.
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Never allow children under 15 years old to operate a power mower. Children 15 years old and over should read and understand
the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent. Only responsible
individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use this machine.
OPERATION
General Operation:
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Read this operator’s manual carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine. Read, understand,
and follow
all instructions on the machine and in the manuals before operation. Be completely familiar with the controls and proper use of
this machine before operating it. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
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Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator. When not in use store the machine out of reach of children.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by
a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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Never mow while people, especially children or pets, are nearby.
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The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
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While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.
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Do not operate the machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.
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Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreign
objects.
