Yardworks 060-1981-4, Instruction Manual

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WARNING: When using electric lawn mowers, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury.
WARNING: Risk of injury could occur if the lawn mower is
operated without the catcher assembly attached.
WARNING: The use of any other accessory or attachment might
increase the risk of injury.
CAUTION: For battery-operated lawn mowers, use only identical
replacement batteries specifically recommended by the
manufacturer.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
FOR ALL LAWN MOWERS
1) Avoid dangerous environments —
Don’t use lawn mowers in damp or wet
locations.
2) Don’t use in rain.
3) Keep children away — All visitors should
be kept a safe distance from work area.
4) Dress properly — Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery. They can be caught
in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves
and footwear is recommended when
working outdoors.
5) Use safety glasses — Always use face
or dust mask if operation is dusty.
6) Use right appliance — Do not use lawn
mower for any job except that for which it
is intended.
7) Don’t force the lawn mower — It will do
the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
8) Don’t overreach — Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
9) Stay alert — Watch what you are doing.
Use common sense. Do not operate
lawn mower when you are tired.
10) Store idle lawn mower indoors — When
not in use, lawn mower should be stored in
an indoor dry and locked-up place — out
of reach of children.
11) Maintain lawn mower with care — Keep
cutting edges sharp and clean for
best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Keep handles dry, clean,
and free from oil and grease.
12) Keep guards in place and in working
order.
13) Keep blades sharp.
14) Keep hands and feet away from cutting
area.
15) Objects struck by the lawn mower blade
can cause severe injuries to persons.
The lawn mower should always be
carefully examined and cleared of all
objects prior to each mowing.
16) If lawn mower strikes a foreign object,
follow these steps:
i) Stop lawn mower. Release the switch.
ii) Remove battery pack.
iii) Inspect for damage.
iv) Repair any damage before restarting
and operating the lawn mower.
17) Use identical replacement blades only.
Safety Instructions