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Original Instructions
near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of
the discharge opening at all times.
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Never pick up or carry the product while it
is running.
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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)
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inspect for damage, particularly the
blades
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replace or repair any damaged parts
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check for and tighten any loose parts
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The cutting blade should rotate
approximately parallel to the ground over
which it is being wheeled.
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The blade on the product is sharp. Use
extreme caution, and wear heavy-duty
gloves when fitting, replacing, cleaning, or
checking bolt security.
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Never operate the product if the on/off
switch on the handlebar does not properly
start and stop the product.
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Never attempt to lock the on/off switches in
the on position; this is extremely dangerous.
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Do not force the product. It will do the job
better and safer at the speed for which it
was designed.
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Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
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Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, property
stakes, or other hidden objects. Uneven
terrain could cause a slip-and-fall accident.
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Always ensure that the motor control cable
is never trapped, pinched, or otherwise
damaged during assembly or when folding
the handle.
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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.
PRODUCT FEATURES
OVERLOAD AND OVERHEAT
PROTECTION
The product has an overload protection device.
When overloading is detected, the product
automatically turns off. If the overload protector
is actuated, the on/off lever must be released.
Press the start button, and squeeze the on/off
lever to restart the product. If the product still
does not start, reinstall the battery pack.
The battery pack has overheat protection.
Excessive temperatures will cause 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 will
not work 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.
ON/OFF LEVER
Press the start button, and then squeeze
the on/off lever (A or B) to start the product.
Release the start button and keep squeezing
the on/off lever to run the blade. Release the
on/off lever to stop the blade.
GENERAL MOWING TIPS
The run time of the battery depends on the
condition, length, and density of the grass.
Adjust the cutting height of the lawnmower to
suit the current condition of the lawn.
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For best performance, always cut off one-
third or less of the total height of the grass.
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When cutting long grass, reduce walking
speed to allow for more effective cutting and
a proper discharge of the clippings.
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A higher cutting height extends the run time
of the battery pack.