Operation - Hayter CODE378A Operator's Manual

Operation

1. Contact with the moving blade will cause serious injury. Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting
area and all moving parts of the machine. Keep clear of any discharge opening.
2. Using this machine for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to you and
bystanders.
3. Disengage the self-propel drive (if equipped) before starting the machine.
4. Prevent unintentional starting—Ensure that the electric-start button is removed from the ignition before
connecting the battery pack and handling the machine.
5. Use your full attention while operating the machine. Do not engage in any activity that causes
distractions; otherwise, injury or property damage may occur.
6. Stop the machine, remove the electric-start button, remove the battery pack from the machine, and
wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing the machine.
7. Remove the battery pack and electric-start button from the machine whenever you leave it unattended
or before changing accessories.
8. Do not force the machine—Allow the machine to do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
9. Stay alert—Watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the machine. Do not use
the machine while ill, tired, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
10. Operate the machine only in good visibility and appropriate weather conditions. Do not operate the
machine when there is the risk of lightning.
11. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine toward you.
12. Keep proper footing and balance at all times, especially on slopes. Mow across the face of slopes, never
up and down. Use extreme caution when changing directions on slopes. Do not mow exceedingly steep
slopes. Walk, never run with the machine.
13. Do not direct the discharge material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or
obstruction; material may ricochet toward you. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel surfaces.
14. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause you to lose
your balance or footing.
15. Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if you slip and contact the blade. Avoid mowing in wet
conditions or when it is raining.
16. If the machine strikes an object or starts to vibrate, immediately shut off the machine, remove the
electric-start button, remove the battery pack, and wait for all movement to stop before examining the
machine for damage. Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation.
17. Stop the machine and remove the electric-start button before loading the machine for hauling.
18. Under abusive conditions, the battery pack may eject liquid; avoid contact. If you accidently come into
contact with the liquid, flush with water. If the liquid contacts your eyes, seek medical help. Liquid
ejected from the battery pack may cause irritation or burns.
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