LawnMaster MEB1116K Operator's Manual page 6

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
■ Stop the motor and disconnect the plug from power source whenever leaving the equipment, before
cleaning the mower housing, and before making any repairs or inspections.
■ Shut the motor off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass
catcher or before unclogging the chute.
■ Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
■ Always keep the equipment in gear when going down slopes. Do not coast downhill.
■ Avoid starting and stopping on slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in speed or direction. Make
turns slowly and gradually.
■ Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor and electrical connections.
■ Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often
attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
■ Keep children out of the operating area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other
than the operator.
■ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to pull the lawn mower or to disconnect the plug from
an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
■ Do not force lawn mower. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
■ Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate lawn mower when you
are tired.
■ Avoid mowing wet grass. Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.
■ Do not operate machine under any condition where traction, steering, or stability is in question. Tires
could slide even if the wheels are stopped.
■ Use extra care while operating the equipment with a grass catcher or other attachment(s). They can
affect the stability of the machine.
■ Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires,
bones, and other foreign objects.
■ Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive clutch on units so equipped before starting the
motor.
■ Never attempt to make a wheel height adjustment while the motor is running.
■ Make a knot as shown, or use one of the plug-receptacle retaining straps or connectors described
in this manual.
Method of securing cord set
CORD
SET
APPLIANCE
CORD
(A) TIE CORD AS SHOWN (B) CONNECT PLUG AND RECEPTACLE S1036A
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