Safety Rules For Charger - Craftsman 6073290 Operator's Manual

• Do not mow
o n wet grass or excessively steep slopes.
Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident. Walk,
never run.
,, If the lawn mower stdkes a foreign object, follow
these steps:
• Stop the lawn mower and release the swC_h con_'ot lever.
• Disconnect the power cord.
• Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.
• Repair any damage before restarting and continuing
to operate the mower.
= Stop the motor, remove the switch key, and wait until
the blade comes to a complete stop before removing
the grass catcher or unclogging the chute. The cutting
blade continues to rotate for a few seconds affer the
motor is shut off. Never place any part of the body
in the blade area until you are sure the blade has
stopped rotating.
,, If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the motor and check immediately for the cause.
V_bration is generally a warning of trouble.
m Service on the product must be performed by
qualified repair personnel only. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel could result in
injury to the user or damage to the product.
= Use only identical replacement parts when servicing
the product. Use of unauthorized parts may create
a risk of sedous injury to the user, or damage to the
product.
• Do not place battery tools or their batteries near
fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and
possibly injury.
• Do not open or mutilate battery (ies). Released
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the
eyes or skin. ]t may be toxic if swallowed,
• If electrolyte contacts the skin, wash it off'immediately
with water.
• ff electrolyte contacts the eyes, flush thoroughly and
immediately with water. Seek medical attention.
SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pu(I(ng or unplugging the power tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
• Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by
the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk
of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. Following
this rule wilI reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or
sedous personal injury.
•=Do not servicemower w_ _witch key orcharger ins_led.
•, Do not use the charger when the ambient temperature
is above 40°C or below 0°C.
• Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug,
wh)ch could cause sho_ng and electric shock. If damaged,
have the charger replaced by an authorized serviceman.
• DO not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take
it to an authorized serviceman for etectdcal check to
determine ifthe charger is in good working order.
• Unplug charger from outlet before attemptthg any
maintenance or cleaningto reduce the riskof eleclric sho_
• Disconnect charger from the power supply when
not in use to prevent damage to the charger during a
power surge.
•. Risk of e)ectric shock, Do not touch uninsu(ated po_on
of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal.
•, Do not expose charger to wet or damp conditions. Water
entering charger will increase the risk of elecbic shock.
• Make sure cord is located so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, come in contact with
sharp edges or moving parts or otherw(se subjected
to damage or stress. This will reduce the risk of
accidental falls, which could cause injury, and damage
to the cord, which could resuIt in electric shock.
• Keep cord and charger away from heat to prevent
damage to housing or internal parts.
• Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products,
etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy plasUc.
• An extension cord should not be used unless
absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension
cord could result in a risk of fire and etectdc shock. If
extension cord must be used, make sure:
a, That pins on plug of extension cord are the same
number, size and shape as those of plug on charger.
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good
electdcaI condition; and
c. That wire size is large enough forAC ampere rating
of charger as specified below:
Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100'
Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16
NOTE: AWG =American Wre Gauge
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct others who may use this
product. If you loan someone this tool, loan them
these instructions also.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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