Black & Decker BEMW471ES Original Instructions Manual page 10

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Replace a damaged guard or other
safety device before further use.
Never leave a running lawn mower
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unattended.
Always release the bail bar to stop the
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motor and wait until the blade comes
to a complete stop before cleaning the
lawn mower, removing the grass bag,
unclogging the discharge guard, when
leaving the lawn mower, or before
making any adjustments, repairs or
inspections.
Operate lawn mower only in daylight
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or good artificial light when objects in
the path of the blade are clearly visible
from the operating area of the lawn
mower.
Do not operate the lawn mower while
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under the influence of alcohol or drugs,
or when your are tired or ill. Always
stay alert, watch what you are doing,
and use common sense.
Avoid dangerous environments.
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Never operate the lawn mower in
damp or wet grass, never use lawn
mower in the rain. Always be sure of
your footing, walk, never run.
If the lawn mower should start to
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vibrate abnormally, release the on/off
switch, wait for the blade to stop and
then check for the cause immediately.
Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble, see the troubleshooting guide
for advise in the case of abnormal
vibration.
Always wear proper eye and
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respiratory protection when operating
the lawn mower.
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(Original instructions)
The use of any accessory or
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attachment not recommended for
use with this lawn mower could be
hazardous. Only use accessories
approved by BLACK+DECKER.
Never overreach while operating the
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lawn mower. Always be sure to keep
proper footing and balance at all times
while operating the lawn mower.
Mow across the face of slopes, never
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up and down. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on
slopes.
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks or
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other hidden objects. Uneven terrain
could cause a slip and fall accident.
Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Do not mow on wet grass or
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excessively steep slopes. Poor footing
could cause a slip and fall accident.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
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embankments.
You could lose your footing or balance.
Always allow the mower to cool down
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before storing.
Pull the plug from the socket and pull
the battery pack from the machine. Make
sure that all moving parts have come to a
complete stop:
Whenever you leave the machine;
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Before clearing a blockage;
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Before checking, cleaning or working
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on the appliance.