Webb WER16LIHP Operator's Manual & Parts List page 13

PREPARATION
Always wear appropriate footwear, such as work boots, and trousers when operating the
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mower. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always
wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating the mower.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects
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which can be thrown by the machine.
▪ Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts & cutter assembly
are not worn or damaged. Replace blades & bolts in sets to preserve balance.
▪ Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.
▪ Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
MACHINE SAFETY
▪ Avoid unintentional starting. Always check that the Brake (OPC) Lever is in Off position
before inserting the battery & safety key. Do not carry a product with your finger on the
switch, battery & safety key inserted.
▪ Do not expose the product to rain or wet conditions. Water entering an appliance will
increase the risk of electric shock.
▪ Always ensure the cord from the handlebar to the mower body is never trapped, pinched
or otherwise damaged during assembly or handle folding. Never apply power to the
mower if this cable is damaged. Return to authorised service centre for professional repair.
OPERATION
Only operate the mower in daylight or in good artificial light.
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Never operate the machine in wet grass. This could cause you to slip while mowing.
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Always be sure of your footing on slopes. Exercise extreme caution when changing
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direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes, which exceed 20°. Mow across
the face of slopes, never up and down.
Never run while using the mower, always walk.
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Do not pull the mower backwards unless necessary. Use extreme caution when reversing
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or pulling the lawnmower towards you.
Stop the blade if the lawnmower must be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces
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other than grass (such as gravel drives, walks, or roads) & when transporting the
lawnmower to & from the area to be mowed. Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while
the motor is running.