CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to
personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
Denotes risk of electric shock.
Denotes risk of fire.
Safety Instructions
WARNING: When using cordless appliances, basic safety
precautions, including the following, should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, personal
injury and material damage.
WARNING: When using the machine the safety rules must
be followed. For your own safety and bystanders please
read these instructions before operating the machine.
Please keep the instructions safe for later use.
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Read all of this manual carefully before operating
the appliance.
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The intended use is described in this manual. The use
of any accessory or attachment or the performance
of any operation with this appliance other than those
recommended in this instruction manual may present
a risk of personal injury.
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Retain this manual for future reference.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Using Your Appliance
Always take care when using the appliance.
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This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm
persons without supervision.
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The appliance is not to be used as a toy.
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Do not allow children or animals to come near the work area
or touch the appliance.
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Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used
near children.
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Use in a dry location only. Do not allow the appliance to
become wet.
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Do not immerse the appliance in water.
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Do not open body casing. There are no user serviceable
parts inside.
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Do not operate the appliance in explosive atmospheres, such
as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
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Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades,
blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged.
Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to
preserve balance.
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Never operate the machine while people, especially children, or
pets are nearby.
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Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible
for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
Before Use
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While operating the machine always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the machine when
barefoot or wearing open sandals. Avoid wearing clothing
that is loose fitting or that has hanging cords or ties.
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Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be used
and remove all objects which can be thrown by the machine.
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Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blade,
blade bolt and the blade assembly are not worn or damaged.
Replace worn or damaged components in sets to preserve
balance. Replace damaged or unreadable labels.
After Use
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When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry, well
ventilated place out of the reach of children.
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Children should not have access to stored appliances.
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When the appliance is stored or transported in a vehicle
it should be placed in the boot or restrained to prevent
movement following sudden changes in speed or direction.
Inspection and Repairs
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Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective
parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches and
any other conditions that may affect its operation.
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Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective.
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Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced by
an authorised repair agent.
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Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than those
specified in this manual.
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Be careful during adjustment of the mower to prevent
entrapment of the fingers between moving blades/parts and
fixed parts of the machine.
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When servicing the blades be aware that, even though the
power source is switched off, the blades can still be moved.
Additional Safety Instructions for
Lawn Mowers
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Do not transport the machine while the power source
is running.
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Firmly grip handle with both hands when operating the
lawn mower.
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If at any time it is felt necessary to tilt the lawn mower, make
sure that both hands remain in the operating position while
the lawn mower is tilted. Keep both hands in the operating
position until the lawn mower is returned to rest correctly on
the ground.
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Never wear radio or music headphones while operating the
lawn mower.
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Never attempt to make a wheel height adjustment while
the motor is running or while the safety key is in the
switch housing.
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