Safety Instructions; Lawn Mowers - Worx WG782 User Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

warNiNG! Some dust created by
power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints,
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement
and other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from
chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures
varies, depending on how often you
do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemical:
• Work in a well ventilated area,
• Work with approved safety equipment,
such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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warNiNG: When using electric lawn
mowers, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and personal injury, including
the following:
warNiNG: Risk of injury could occur if
the lawn mower is operated without the
grass collection bag attached.
warNiNG: The use of any other
accessory or attachment might increase
the risk of injury.
CaUTioN: For battery-operated lawn
mowers, use only identical replacement
batteries and specifying the battery type
and manufacturer, and devices for retaining
extension cords are available.
For all lawN mowErS
1) Avoid dangerous environment - don't use
lawn mowers in damp or wet locations.
2) Don't use in rain.
3) Keep children away - all spectators or
visitors should be kept a safe distance from
work area.
4) Dress properly - do not wear loose clothing
24V 14" Cordless lawn mower
or jewelry. They can be caught in moving
parts. Use of rubber gloves and footwear is
recommended when working outdoors.
5) Use safety glasses - always use face or
dust mask if operation is dusty.
6) Use right appliance - do not use lawn
mower for any job except that for which
it is intended.
7) Don't force lawn mower - it will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
8) Don't overreach - keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
9) Stay alert - watch what you are doing. Use
common sense. Do not operate lawn
mower when you are tired.
10) Store idle lawn mower indoors - when not
in use, lawn mower should be stored
in an indoor dry and locked-up place - out
of reach of children.
11) Maintain lawn mower with care - keep
cutting edges sharp and clean for best
and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect lawn mower cord
periodically and if damaged, have it
repaired by an authorized service facility.
Inspect extension cords periodically and
replace if damaged. Keep handles dry,
clean, and free from oil and grease.
12) Keep guards in place and in working order.
13) Keep blades sharp.
14) Keep hands and feet away from cutting
area.
15) 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.
16) If lawn mower strikes a foreign object,
follow these steps:
i) Stop lawn mower. Release the switch.
ii) Inspect for damage.
iii) Repair any damage before restarting
and operating the lawn mower.
17) Use identical replacement blades only.
SUPPlEmENT Sa-baTTEry-oPEraTEd

lawN mowErS

a) Do not charge lawn mower in rain, or in
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