General Safety Rules - PRO-PULSE ME1013L Operator's Manual

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING:
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below and on the machine may result in electric shock, fire, and/or
serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
■ This lawn mower is capable of amputating
hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to
observe all safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.
■ Do not use the lawn mower in damp or wet
conditions or operate in the rain.
■ Never allow adults to operate the product without
proper instruction.
■ Keep the area clear of all bystanders, children,
and pets while mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
■ 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.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and
under the watchful care of a responsible
adult other than the operator.
• Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters
the area.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block
your view of a child.
■ Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be
caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves
and footwear is recommended when working
outdoors.
■ Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Over -reaching can result in loss of balance.
■ Do not operate the equipment while barefoot
or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight
footwear. Wear protective footwear that will
protect your feet and improve your footing on
slippery surfaces.
■ Do not leave the mower unattended while running.
■ Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
■ Operate the lawn mower only in daylight or good
artificial light.
■ Always wear safety glasses with side shields.
Everyday glasses have only impact resistant
lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury. Use
face mask if operation is dusty.
■ Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when
operating this product.
■ Use the right appliance. Do not use the lawn
mower for any job except that for which it is
intended.
■ Do not force the lawn mower. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
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■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use
common sense when operating the lawn mower.
Do not operate the mower while tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating the
lawn mower may result in serious personal injury.
■ Keep machine in good working condition. Keep
blades sharp and guards in place and in working
order.
■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
■ Stop the motor and wait until the blade comes to
a complete stop before cleaning the lawn mower,
removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the
discharge guard.
■ When not in use, mower should be stored
indoors in a dry, locked up place—out of the
reach of children.
■ To reduce the risk of electric shock, this product
has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other) and will require the use of a polarized
extension cord. The plug will fit into a polarized
extansion cord only one way, if the plug does not
fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug.
If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized
extension cord. A polarized extension cord will
require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug
will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet,
reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug,
extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug
in any way.
■ Handle the cord carefully. Never use the cord to
pull the lawn mower or to disconnect the plug
from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged
cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the
risk of electric shock.
■ Make sure your extension cord is in good
condition. When using an extension cord, be sure
to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of
at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord
50 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating.
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