Scotts LM71313S Owner's Manual page 6

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric
shock, use only with an extension cord
intended for outdoor use, such as an exten-
sion cord of cord type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A,
STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A. or
SJTOW-A.
DISCONNECT UNIT from the power supply
when not in use or when servicing or cleaning.
Do not leave unattended.
DON'T ABUSE CORD-Never carry or pull
this product by the cord or yank the cord to
disconnect from the receptacle. Keep cord
from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
STAY ALERT-Watch what you are doing. Use
common sense. Do not operate the leaf
mulcher when you are tired or under the
influence of drugs or medication.
STORE IDLE UNIT INDOORS-When not in
use, the leaf mulcher should be stored indoors
in a dry and high or locked-up place, out of
children's reach.
MAINTAIN UNIT WITH CARE-Keep clean for
best performance and to reduce the risk of
injury. Inspect extension cord periodically and
replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean
and free from oil and grease.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS - Before
further use of the product, any part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any
other condition that may affect its operation.
Any part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced. Call our customer
service help line at 1-800-618-7474 for
assistance.
Don't Force Appliance – It will do the job
better and with less risk of injury at the rate for
which it was designed.
GENERAL SAFETY
LIGHTING-Only operate your leaf mulcher in
daylight or good artificial light.
DON'T OVERREACH - Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Wear oil resistant,
rubber soled footwear.
Never leave a running tool unattended. Turn the
leaf mulcher off and wait until it comes to a
complete stop before leaving the work area.
Avoid Unintentional Starting – Don't carry
plugged-in appliance with finger on switch. Be
sure switch is off when plugging in.
USE RIGHT APPLIANCE– Do not use this
product for any job except that for which it is
intended.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY- All visitors, children
and pets should stay at a safe distance from the
work area.
WARNING: Some dust and debris created by
the use of this tool could contain chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
- chemicals in fertilizers
- compounds in insecticides, herbicides and
pesticides
- arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber
Your risk from exposure to these chemicals
varies depending on how often you do this
type of work. To reduce your exposure, work
in a well-ventilated area and with approved
safety equipment, such as dust masks that are
specifically designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
WARNING: California Proposition 65:
This product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm -
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Model LM71313S