Worx WG701E, Instruction Manual

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Hover Mower WG701E
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Read all instructions
Failure to follow all instructions list-
ed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
SAVE THE INSTRUCTION FOR FUTURE USE
If not used properly this lawnmower
can be dangerous! This lawnmower
can cause serious injury to the operator
and others, the warning and safety in-
struction must be followed to ensure rea-
sonable safety and efficiency in using this
lawnmower.
The operator is responsible for follow-
ing the warning and safety instruction in
this manual and on the lawnmower. Never
use the mower unless the grassbox or
guards.
TRAINING
1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the
appliance.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with these instructions to use the appliance.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
3. Never mow while people, especially chil-
dren, or pets are nearby.
4. The operator or user is responsible for ac-
cidents or hazards occurring to other people
or their property.
PREPARATION
1. Only use this Lawn Mower when a Residual
Current Device (RCD) with a tripping current
of not more than 30mA is in the circuit.
2. While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers.
3. Do not operate the appliance when barefoot
or wearing open sandals.
4. Thoroughly inspect the area where the ap-
pliance is to be used and remove all stones,
sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign ob-
jects.
5. Before using, always visually inspect to see
that the blades, blade bolts and cutter as-
sembly are not worn or damaged. Replace
worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to
preserve balance.
OPERATION
1. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial
light.
2. Avoid operating the appliance in wet grass,
where feasible.
3. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
4. Do not walk backwards whilst operating your
product ,you could trip - Walk ,never ,run.
5. Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down.
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing di-
rection on slopes.
7. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
8. Use extreme caution when reversing or pull-
ing the appliance towards you.
9. Stop the blade(s) if the appliance has to be
tilted for transportation when crossing sur-
faces other than grass, and when transport-
ing the appliance to and from the area to be
mowed.
10. Never operate the appliance with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices,
for example deflectors and/or grass catch-
ers, in place.
11. Switch on the motor according to instruc-
tions and with feet well away from the
blade(s).
12. Do not tilt appliance when switching on
the motor, except if the appliance has to be
tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it
more than absolutely necessary and lift only
the part which is away from the operator.
Always ensure that both hands are in the
operating position before returning the ap-
pliance to the ground.
13. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotat-
ing parts. For rotary mowers, keep clear of
the discharge opening at all times.
14. Never pick up or carry an appliance while
the motor is running.
15. Remove the plug from the mains:
•
Whenever you leave the machine;
• Before clearing a blockage;
• Before checking, cleaning or working on
the appliance;
• After striking a foreign object. Inspect the
appliance for damage and make repairs as
necessary;
• If the appliance starts to vibrate abnormal-
ly (check immediately). Excessive vibration
can cause injury.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be
sure the appliance is in safe working condi-
tion.
2. Check the grass catcher frequently for wear
or deterioration.
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