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SAFETY INFORMATION
• Keep battery dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.
Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any solvents to clean battery.
Charger safety rules
• Charge the battery in a dry area that is protected from the weather. Do not expose the mower or
the charger to rain. Do not charge the battery in a wet location. Operate the battery charger in
temperatures between 45° and 104°F. In order to reduce the risk of electric shock, use only the
charger that is provided by the manufacturer to charge the battery.
• Do not abuse the charger cord. Never carry the charger by the cord. Do not disconnect the
charger from the outlet by pulling the charger cord.
• Do not use a damaged charger. Replace the charger cords or the charger immediately.
• Keep the mower and the charger away from water, heat sources (radiators, heaters, stoves, etc.),
flames, and chemicals.
• Make sure the battery is secured in the charger.
• The battery will become slightly warm to the touch while charging. This is normal and does not
indicate a problem.
• Do not place the charger and battery in an area of extreme heat or cold. They will work best at
normal room temperature.
• When batteries become fully charged, unplug the charger from the power supply and remove the
battery.
WARNING
When transporting or servicing unit, always remove the battery.
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
Slopes are a major factor related to accidents involving slips and falls, which can result in severe
injury. Operating the mower on a slope requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not
mow it. For your safety, use the slope gauge that is included as part of this manual to measure slopes
before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area.
Slope gauge
• Mow across the face of a slope and never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on a slope.
• Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps that may cause a slip or a trip. Tall grass
can hide obstacles.
• Always be sure of your footing. If you feel like you are losing your balance, release the bail switch
immediately. The blade will stop rotating within 3 seconds.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments, because you could lose your footing or
balance.
• Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater than 15°, as determined using the slope gauge.
• Do not mow wet or damp grass. Unstable footing can cause slipping.
