Safety Information - Kobalt KMP 2180B-06 Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERAL SAFETY RULES
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
WARNING
• This symbol indicates important safety instructions. If these instructions are not followed, it could
endanger the personal safety and/or property of the operator and others. Read and understand all
instructions in this manual before attempting to operate the mower. Failure to comply with these
instructions may result in personal injury.
• Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electric lawn mowers, in order to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
• Use of this mower should be restricted to individuals who have read and understoood and will
follow the warnings and instructions that are printed in this manual and on the mower.
DANGER
This mower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation that are contained
in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the
operator can result in serious injury. This mower is capable of amputating body parts and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety rules could result in serious injury or
death.
• Carefully read all instructions on the mower and in the manual before attempting to assemble and
operate the mower. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference, and consult it regularly.
• Become familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the mower and
how to disengage the power in an emergency.
• In order to avoid contact with the blade or injury caused by a thrown object, stay in the operating
zone behind the handles, and keep children and bystanders at least 100 ft. (30 m) away from the
mower while it is in operation. Stop the motor immediately if someone enters the mowing area.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire,
bones, toys, and other objects that could be tripped over or thrown by the blade. Thrown objects
can cause serious personal injury.
• Plan your mowing pattern in such a way as to avoid discharging material toward roads, sidewalks,
bystanders, etc. Do not discharge material against a wall or obstruction. Doing so may cause the
discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.
• Always wear proper eye protection that complies with ANSI Z87.1 in order to protect your eyes
while operating or performing any adjustment or repair. Thrown objects that ricochet can cause
serious eye injury.
• Always wear a face mask or a dust mask when operating the mower in a dusty environment.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught in moving parts. The
wearing of protective gloves and safety footwear is recommended.
• Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the operator's foot during a fall
caused by slipping or tripping. Do not operate this mower in bare feet, or while wearing sandals or
lightweight (e.g., canvas) shoes. Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling. Release the han-
dle immediately.
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