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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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.
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Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
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Good performance in the sun or artificial light.
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Avoid operating the machine in wet grass, where feasible.
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Never operate the appliance with defective guards or shields, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers in place
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Working on banks can be dangerous.
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Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
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Always be sure of your footing on slopes or wet grass.
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Mow across the face of slopes
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Never up and down.
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Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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Be cautious when stepping back or pulling the machine towards you.
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Never mow by pulling the mower towards you.
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Stop the blades if the machine has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass and
when transporting the machine to and from the area to be mowed.
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Do not tilt the machine unless absolutely necessary when starting or switching on the motor, except if the
machine has to be tilted for starting in long grass. In this case, do not tilt if more than absolutely necessary
and tilt only the part which is away from the operator. Always ensure that both hands are in the operating
position before returning the machine to the ground.
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Switch on the motor according to the instructions with feet well away from rotating parts.
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
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Always stand clear of the discharge zone when operating the machine.
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Never pick up or carry the machine while the motor is running.
Remove the isolator (safety) key:
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Whenever you leave the machine.
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Before clearing a blockage.
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Before checking, cleaning or working on the machine.
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After striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for damage and make repairs if necessary.
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If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).
Maintenance:
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Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure that the machine is in safe working condition.
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Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration.
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Examine the machine and replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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Ensure replacement cutting means of the right type are used.
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Always wear gardening gloves when handling or working near the sharp blades.
Recommendations for Optimal Handling of the Battery:
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Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting the battery pack
. Inserting the battery pack into
the machine that has the switch on could cause a serious accident.
