Yardworks CLM48CU, Instruction Manual

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Safety Instructions
9. Do not operate machine without the
entire grass catcher, discharge guard,
rear guard, or other safety protective
devices in place and working.
10. Never leave a running machine
unattended.
11. Stop the motor and wait until the blade
comes to a complete stop before
cleaning the machine, removing grass
catcher, or unclogging the discharge
guard.
12. Operate machine only in daylight or
good artificial light.
13. Do not operate machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
14. Never operate mower in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing; walk;
never run.
15. Disengage the drive system, if so
equipped, before starting the motor.
16. If the machine should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the motor and check
for the cause immediately. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
17. Always wear eye protection when
operating machine.
18.See manufacturer’s instructions for
proper operation and installation of
accessories. Only use accessories
approved by the manufacturer.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and
fall accidents, which can result in severe
injury. Operation on all slopes requires extra
caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do
not mow it.
1. Mow across the face of slopes; never
up and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or
other hidden objects. Uneven terrain
could cause a slip and fall accident. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
3. Do not mow on wet grass or excessively
steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a
slip and fall accident.
4. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,
or embankments. You could lose your
footing or balance.
III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the machine
and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw
them.
1. Keep children out of the mowing
area and under the watchful care of
a responsible adult other than the
operator.
2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child
enters the area.
3. Never allow children to operate the
machine.
4. Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may block your view of a child.
IV. SERVICE
GENERAL SERVICE
1. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be
sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
2. Never tamper with safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly.
3. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up.
4. If you strike a foreign object, stop
and inspect the machine. Repair, if
necessary, before starting.
5. Never make any adjustments or repairs
with the motor running.
6. Always unplug electric mowers before
adjusting, cleaning, or repairing.
7. Check grass catcher components
and the discharge guard frequently
and replace with manufacturer’s
recommended parts, when necessary.
8. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade
or wear gloves and use extra caution
when servicing them.