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14. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at
all times.
15. Do not transport the mower while the mower is
turned on.
16. Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use the
machine in dump or wet locations or expose it
to rain. Water entering the machine will increase
the risk of electric shock.
17. Avoid operating the mower in wet grass.
18. Never operate the mower in the rain.
19. Always keep a firm hold on the handle.
20. Do not grasp the exposed mower blades or
cutting edges when picking up or holding the
mower.
21. Keep hands and feet away from rotating
mower blades. Caution - Mower blades coast
after the mower is switched off.
22. Stop operation immediately if you notice
anything unusual. Switch off the mower and
remove the battery cartridge. Then inspect the
mower.
23. Never attempt to make cutting height adjust-
ments while mower is running if the mower
has cutting height adjustment feature.
24. Release switch lever and wait for mower blade
rotation to stop before crossing driveways,
walks, roads, and any gravel-covered areas.
Also remove the battery cartridge if you leave
the mower, reach to pick up or remove some-
thing out of your way, or for any other reason
that may distract you from what you are doing.
25. If the mower strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps:
- Stop the mower, release the switch lever and
wait until the mower blade comes to a com-
plete stop.
- Remove the battery cartridge.
- Thoroughly inspect the mower for any
damage.
- Replace the mower blade if it is damaged in
any way. Repair any damage before restarting
and continuing to operate the mower.
26. Do not start the mower when standing in front
of the discharge opening.
27. If the mower starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately)
- inspect for damage,
- replace or repair any damaged parts,
- check for and tighten any loose parts.
28. Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back
toward the operator. Stop the mower blade when
crossing gravel surfaces.
29. Do not pull the mower backwards unless
absolutely necessary. When you are compelled
to back the mower from a fence or other similar
obstruction, look down and behind before and
while moving backwards.
30. Shut the motor off and wait until the mower
blade comes to a complete stop before remov-
ing the grass basket. Beware that the mower
blades coast after turn off.
Maintenance and storage
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
1.
Use only genuine replacement parts and
accessories.
Inspect and maintain the mower regularly.
2.
3.
When not in use, store the mower out of the
reach of children.
4.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
5.
Check the grass basket frequently for wear or
deterioration. For storage, always make sure
the grass basket is empty. Replace a worn grass
basket with a new factory replacement for safety.
6.
Use only the manufacturer genuine mower
blades specified in this manual.
7.
Be careful during adjustment of the mower to
prevent entrapment of the fingers between mov-
ing mower blades and fixed parts of the mower.
8.
Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water
in motor and electrical connections.
9.
When installing the mower blade, make sure that
the mower blade is installed firmly. Read and fol-
low the instruction manual carefully. Inadequate
or incomplete fixation may cause an injury.
10. Check the mower blade mounting bolt at fre-
quent intervals for proper tightness.
Always allow the mower to cool down before
11.
storing.
12. When servicing the mower blades be aware
that, even though the power source is
switched off, the mower blades can still be
moved.
13. Never remove or tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly. Never
do anything to interfere with the intended
function of a safety device or to reduce the
protection provided by a safety device.
Battery tool use and care
1.
Recharge only with the charger specified by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.
2.
Use power tools only with specifically desig-
nated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
3.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-
nals together may cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
4.
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If con-
tact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
5.
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
aged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries
may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in
fire, explosion or risk of injury.
6.
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or tem-
perature above 130 °C may cause explosion.
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