Safety Warnings; Important Safety Instructions - Makita LM001G Instruction Manual

SAFETY WARNINGS

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
When using electric lawn mow-
ers, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and personal injury; including the following.
Read All Instructions
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
mower and in the instruction manuals. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
mower before starting.
WARNING!
Training
1. This mower is capable of amputating hands
and feet and throwing objects. Failure to
observe the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
2. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar
with the instruction, to operate the mower.
Preparation
1. Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept
a safe distance from work area. Be alert and turn
mower off if a child enters the area. Use extra care
when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or
other objects that may block your view of a child.
2. Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use
of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recom-
mended when working outdoors. Do not operate
the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
3. Use Safety Glasses- Always use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty.
4. Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can
cause severe injuries to persons. The lawn
should always be carefully examined and
cleared of all objects prior to each mowing.
Stay behind the handle when the engine
(motor) is running.
Be sure the area is clear of other people before
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mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.
6. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other
hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip
and fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
7. Check the blades or blade bolts carefully for
cracks or damage before operation. Replace
cracked or damaged blades or blade bolts
immediately.
Before operation, inspect the mower or blades
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for any damage.
Operation
1. Avoid Dangerous Environment - Never operate
the mower in damp or wet locations. Always be
sure of your footing: keep a firm hold on the han-
dle and walk; never run.
Don't Use In Rain.
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3. Use Right Appliance - Do not use lawn mower for
any job except that for which it is intended.
4. Don't Force Lawn Mower - It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
5. Don't Overreach - Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not mow near drop offs,
ditches, or embankments. You could lose your
footing or balance.
6. Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use com-
mon sense. Do not operate lawn mower when you
are tired. Do not operate machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs. A moment of inat-
tention while operating the mower may result in
serious personal injury.
Remove Battery From Lawn Mower - Remove
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the battery when not in use, before servicing,
cleaning, removing material from the lawn mower,
or changing accessories such as mower blades,
and the like.
Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
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Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
If the mower strikes a foreign object, follow
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these steps:
• Stop the mower. Release the switch. Wait
until the blade comes to a complete stop.
• Remove the battery cartridge.
• Inspect the mower for any damage.
• Repair any damage before restarting and
operating the mower. Replace the blade if it
is damaged in any way.
10. Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back
toward the operator. Stop the blade when crossing
gravel surfaces.
11. 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.
12. Release switch lever and wait for blade rota-
tion to stop before crossing driveways, walks,
roads and any gravel-covered areas. Also turn
off the machine if you leave the machine, reach
to pick up or remove something out of your way,
or for any other reason that may distract you from
what you are doing.
13. Do not operate machine without the entire
grass catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or
other safety protective devices in place and
working.
14. Stop the machine and remove the batteries
whenever you leave the machine, before clean-
ing the mower, or unclogging the chute, or
making any repairs or inspections.
15. Shut the motor off and wait until the blade
comes to a complete stop before removing the
grass catcher. Beware that the blades coast after
turn off.
16. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
17. 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.
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