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Slope Operation:
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and
fall accidents which can result in severe injury.
Operation on slopes requires extra caution. If
you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. For
your safety, use the slope gauge included as
part of this manual to measure slopes before
operating this machine on a sloped or hilly
area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees, do
not mow it.
Do:
1.
Mow across the face of slopes; never
up and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
2.
Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden
objects, or bumps which can cause
you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
3.
Always be sure of your footing. A slip
and fall can cause serious personal
injury. If you feel you are losing your
balance, release the blade control
handle immediately, and the blade will
stop rotating within three (3) seconds.
Do Not:
1.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches
or embankments, you could lose your
footing or balance.
2.
Do not mow slopes greater than 15
degrees as shown on the slope gauge.
3.
Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable
footing could cause slipping.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if operator is not
alert to presence of children. Children are often
attracted to mower and mowing activity. They
do not understand the dangers. Never assume
that children will remain where you last saw
them.
1.
Keep children out of the mowing area
and under watchful care of a responsible
adult other than the operator.
2.
Be alert and turn mower off if a child
enters the area.
3.
Before and while moving backwards,
look behind and down for small children.
4.
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.
5.
Never allow children under 14 years old
to operate a power mower. Children
14 years old and over should read and
understand operation instructions and
safety rules in this manual and should be
trained and supervised by a parent.
Service
1.
Remove key and store mower indoors
when not in use. Allow motor to cool
before storing in any inclosure. Mower
should be stored indoors in a dry place,
out of the reach of children.
2.
Remove the battery(ies) from the
machine when not in use.
3.
When servicing use only identical
replacement parts listed in this manual.
“Use of parts which do not meet the
original equipment specifications may
lead to improper performance and
compromise safety!”
4.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
make certain the blade and all moving
parts have stopped. Remove the key to
prevent accidental starting.
5.
Remove key before servicing, cleaning,
or removing material from the lawn
mower.
6.
Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
7.
Never douse or hose the machine
with water. Avoid getting any liquid in
the motor and electrical connections.
Clean the machine after each use. Refer
to Cleaning and Storage. Do not use
solvents or strong detergents.
8.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil
and grease.
9.
To reduce a fire hazard, keep the motor
free of grass, leaves and debris build-up.
10.
Check the blade and motor mounting
bolts at frequent intervals for proper
tightness. Also, visually inspect blade
for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, and
worn). Replace blade with the original
equipment manufacturer’s (OEM) blade
only, listed in this manual.
11.
Maintain your mower with care — Keep
mower blade sharp and clean for best
and safest performance. Mower blades
are sharp and can cut, wrap the blade or
wear gloves and use extra caution when
servicing them.
12.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
13.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly.
14.
Never attempt to make cutting height
adjustments while the mower is running.
15.
After striking a foreign object, stop the
motor, remove the key, and thoroughly
inspect the mower for any damage.
Repair the damage before operating the
mower.
16.
Grass catcher components, discharge
cover, and trail shield are subject to
wear and damage which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown. For safety protection, frequently
check components and replace
immediately with original equipment
manufacturer’s (OEM) parts only, listed
in this manual.
17.
According to the Consumer Products
Safety Commission (CPSC) and the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA), this product has an
Average Useful
Life
of seven (7) years, or 140 hours of
operation. At the end of the
Average
Useful Life
have the machine inspected
annually by an authorized service dealer
to ensure that all mechanical and safety
systems are working properly and not
worn excessively. Failure to do so can
result in accidents, injuries or death.
18.
Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in
a fire. The cell may explode. Check
with local codes for proper disposal
instructions.
19.
Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).
Released electrolyte is corrosive and
may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It
may be toxic if swallowed.
20.
Do not touch the motor or heat sink.
These parts can get extremely hot from
operation, even after the machine is
turned off.
21.
Exercise care in handling batteries in
order not to short the battery with
conducting materials such as rings,
bracelets, and keys. The battery or
conductor may be hot and cause burns.
General Electric Safety
1.
Do not expose the machine to rain or
wet conditions.
2.
Do not handle the machine with wet
hands.
3.
Do not operate the machine in the rain,
in wet conditions or on wet surfaces.
4.
To reduce the risk of electric shock,
avoid body contact with grounded
conductors, such as metal pipes or wire
fences.
5.
Do not operate the machine in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust.
