McGREGOR MEH1430A Original Instruction Manual page 11

Safety Information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
Operating Safety (continued)
• Do not use the product if the cord is damaged or worn.
• Warning! The cutting blade may continue to move after
the product is switched off.
• Keep the extension cord away from the blades at all times.
• Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
• Walk, never run.
• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
• Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
machine towards you.
• Stop the blade(s) if the machine has to be tilted for
transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass,
and when transporting the machine to and from the
area to be used.
• Never operate the machine with defective guards
or shields, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass collector, in place.
• Switch on the motor carefully according to instructions
and with feet well away from the blade(s).
• Do not tilt the machine when switching on the motor,
except if the machine has to be tilted for starting. In this
case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and
lift only the part, which is away from the operator.
• Do not transport the machine while the cutting blade is
running. Make sure that all moving parts have come to
a complete stop.
• Switch off the motor and disconnect the mains lead;
Whenever you leave the machine,
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