Kobalt KSPM 1040B-03 Manual page 9

SAFETY INFORMATION
• Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the foot during a fall caused by
slipping or tripping. Do not hold onto the mower if you are falling; immediately release the handle.
• Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking. If you must back the mower
away from a wall or obstruction, first look down and behind you to avoid tripping, and then
follow these steps:
– Step back from mower to fully extend your arms.
– Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing.
– Pull the mower back slowly, no more than halfway toward you.
– Repeat these steps as needed.
• Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Stay alert – watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the lawn mower
when you are tired.
• The motor/blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation.
Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through
contact with the rotating blade. The motor/blade control handle must operate easily in both
directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released.
• Avoid dangerous environments – Don't use lawn mowers in damp or wet locations so as to
avoid slipping and falling during operation.
• Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury. If you feel
you are losing your footing, release the motor/blade control handle immediately and the
blade will stop rotating within three seconds.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Walk, never run while operating.
• Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
• If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, immediately stop the motor, remove the
battery and check for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
• Before cleaning the machine, unclogging the chute or removing or replacing the grass bag,
mulching insert, or side-discharge chute, turn the motor off and wait until the blade comes to
a complete stop, then remove the battery pack. The cutting blade continues to rotate for a
few seconds after the motor is shut off.
• Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating.
• Never operate the mower without the proper trailing shield, discharge cover, grass bag,
mulching insert, side-discharge chute, motor/blade control handle or other safety protective
devices in place and working. Never operate the mower with damaged safety devices.
• Failure to do so can result in personal injury.
• If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact
customer service.
• Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:
BATTERY PACK
KB 240-03; KB 440-03; KB 640-03
• Don't Use In Rain.
• Use identical replacement blades only.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to
battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on
the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden hazards. Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine, or cause operator lose their balance or footing.
• Do not operate machine under any condition where traction, steering, or stability is in
question. Tires could slide even if the wheels are stopped.
• Avoid starting and stopping on slopes, avoid making sudden changes in speed or direction.
Make turns slowly and gradually.
CCHARGER
KRC 840-03
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