• Stop lawn mower, release the switch.
• Remove the battery.
• Inspect for damage.
• Repair any damage before restarting and operating the lawn mower.
• Do not charge lawn mower in the rain or in a wet location.
• Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning, or removing material from lawn
mower.
• Inspect lawn mower cord periodically and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized
service facility.
• Use identical replacement blades only.
• Store indoors, and do not expose to rain or water, avoid direct sunshine.
CHILD SAFETY
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aware of the presence of children.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
• Do not allow children under the age of 14 to operate this mower. Children who are 14 years of
age and older must read and understand the operating instructions and safety rules in this
manual and must be trained and supervised by a parent.
• Stay alert and turn the mower off if a child or any other person enters the mowing area.
• Look behind and down for small children before and while moving backwards.
• Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure your view of a child who may run into the path of the mower.
BATTERY & CHARGER
CAUTION: USE ONLY POWERSMART APPROVED REPLACEMENT BATTERIES, OTHER
BATTERIES MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE MOWER. Use with POWERSMART
80V battery.
BATTERY SAFETY RULES
• Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery tool or when
changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal injury.
• Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of
explosion and injury.
• Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has
been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly
dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately.
• Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce
the risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open
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