LawnMaster MEB1016M R Operator's Manual page 4

GENERAL SAFETY RULES
■ Alwa y s wear safety glasses with side shields. Ever y da y glasses have onl y impact resistant
lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of ey e inj ury . Use
face mask if operation is dusty .
■ Wear safety glasses or goggles that aremarked to compl y with ANSI Z87.1 standard when
operating this product.
■ Use the right appliance. Do not use the lawn mower for any j ob except that for which it is intended.
■ Do not force the lawn mower. It will do the j ob better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
■ Sta y alert, watch what y ou are doing, and use common sense when operating the lawn mower.
Do not operate the mower while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating the lawn mower ma y result in serious personal in j ury .
■ K eep machine in good working condition. K eep blades sharp and guards in place and in working
order.
■ Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
■ Stop the motor and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before cleaning the lawn mower,
removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.
■ When not in use, mower should be stored indoors in a dr y , locked up place — out of the reach of
children.
■ To reduce the risk of electric shock, this product has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the ther) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord.
The plug will fit into a polarized extansion cord only one way , if the plug does not fit fully into the
extension cord, reverse the plug.
If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord
will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet onl y
one wa y . If the plug does not fit full y into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment
plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way .
■ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to pull the lawn mower or to disconnect the plug from
an outlet. K eep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately . Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
■ Ma e sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to
use one heavy enough to carry the current y our product will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of
at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
■ WARNING: Use outdoor extension cords marked SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJTA,
SJTW-A,or SJTOWA. These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
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