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and immediately with water. Seek
medical attention.
Battery & Charger
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CAUTION:
USE ONLY APPROVED REPLACEMENT
BATTERIES, OTHER BATTERIES MAY CAUSE INJURY OR
DAMAGE TO THE MOWER.
The battery that is supplied with this mower is a maintenance-
free, sealed, 24V storage battery. It can be tipped without
danger of acid spillage. The charger will require approximately
12 hours to recharge a fully discharged battery.
BATTERY SAFETY RULES
1.
Allow at least 12 hours of battery charging before using
the mower for the first time.
2.
For optimal performance, charge the battery every two
months, even when it is not in use.
3.
Charge the battery in a cool, dry place.
4.
The battery does not have to be fully discharged before
recharging. This battery will not develop a memory.
5.
2 to 3 initial charging/discharging cycles may
be required in order to reach the maximum run
time/capacity.
6.
Do not store battery in temperatures lower than
32°F (0°C).
PROPER CARE FOR BATTERY
Off-Season storage
In order to ensure optimal performance, it is recommended
that the battery be charged every two months when not in use.
If all of the following conditions are met, the mower can be
stored with the charger disconnected.
1.
The mower is fully charged before storing.
2.
The average temperature of the storage location is
below 50°F (10°C).
3.
The battery should not be stored for more than 6
months.
CHARGER SAFETY RULES
Charge the mower battery in a dry area that is protected from
the weather. Do not expose the mower or the charger to rain.
Do not charge the battery in a wet location.
Operate the battery charger in temperatures between 23°
and 104°F (-5° and 40°C). In order to reduce the risk of
electric shock, use only the charger that is provided by the
manufacturer to charge the battery.
DO NOT ABUSE THE CHARGE CORD
• Never carry the charger by the cord. Do not disconnect the
charger from the outlet or from the mower by pulling the
charger cord.
• Do not service the mower with the charger connected or
with the safety key inserted.
• Do not use a damaged charger. Replace the charger cords
or the charger immediately. Keep the mower and the
charger away from water, heat sources (radiators, heaters,
stoves, etc.), flames, and chemicals.
• Do not dispose of this product in fire, batteries inside this
product may explode or leak.
IMPORTANT!
Safety Instructions for
Walk-Behind Mowers
GENERAL OPERATION
1.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before starting.
2.
Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine.
Always stay clear of the discharge opening.
3.
Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate this machine.
4.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc.,
which could be thrown by the blade. Stay behind the
handle when the engine (motor) is running.
5.
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before
operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
6.
Do not operate machine barefooted or while wearing
sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
7.
Do not pull machine backward unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind before and
while moving backward.
8.
Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction.
9.
Do not operate machine without the entire grass
catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety
protective devices in place and working.
10.
Never leave a running machine unattended.
11.
Stop the engine (motor) and wait until the blade
comes to a complete stop before cleaning the
machine, removing grass catcher, or unclogging the
discharge guard.
12.
Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
13.
Do not operate machine while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
14.
Never operate mower in wet grass.
15.
Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before
starting the engine (motor).
16.
If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine (motor) and check for the cause
immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
17.
Always wear eye protection when operating machine.
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