8
9
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY RULES FOR LAWN MOWER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING MOWER
WARNING:
When using lawn mowers, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
1. Avoid Dangerous Environment - Don't use lawn mowers in damp or wet locations.
2. Don't Use in Rain.
3. Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
4. Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of
rubber gloves and footwear is recommended when working outdoors.
5. Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
6. Use the right tool - Do not use lawn mower for any job except that for which it is intended.
7. Don't Force Lawn Mower - It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
8. Don't Overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
9. Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate lawn mower when you are
tired.
10. Disconnect battery pack when not in use, before cleaning or servicing, when changing accessories
such as blades, and the like.
11. Store lawn mower indoors when not in use. Lawn mower should be stored in an indoor, dry and locked
place - keep out of reach of children.
12. Maintain Lawn Mower with Care – Keep cutting edges sharp and clean for best and safest
performance.
13. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
14. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
15. Keep guards in place and in working order.
16. Keep blades sharp.
17. Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
18. Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can cause severe injuries to persons. The lawn should always
be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to each mowing.
19. If lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these steps:
1) Stop lawn mower. Release the switch.
2) Unplug battery pack.
3) Inspect for damage.
4) Repair any damage before restarting and operating the lawn mower.
20. Use identical replacement blades only.
21. Use only genuine spare parts. Only these spare parts are designed and suitable for the product. The
use of other spare parts not only voids the warranty, but also endanger yourself and your environment.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Training
1. Read the instructions carefully. Make sure you understand the instructions and are familiar with the
controls and the correct use of the product.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the product. Local regulations
can restrict the age of the operator.
3. Never operate the product while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people
or their property.
Preparation
1. While operating the product always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
product when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Avoid wearing clothing that is loose fitting or that has
hanging cords or ties.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the product is to be used and remove all objects which can be
thrown by the product.
3. 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.
General Operation
1. Use the tool only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create
a risk of injury and fire.
2. Operate the product only in daylight or in good artificial light.
3. Do not expose tool and charger to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a tool or charger will increase
the risk of electric shock.
4. Avoid operating the product in wet grass.
5. Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
6. Walk, never run.
7. For wheeled rotary mowers, mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
8. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
9. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
10. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the product towards you.
11. Stop the blade(s) if the appliance has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than
grass, and when transporting the product to and from the area to be mowed.
12. Never operate the appliance with defective guards or shields, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
13. Switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s).
14. Do not tilt the product when switching on the motor, except if the product has to be tilted for starting.
In this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part, which is away from the
operator. Always ensure that both hands are in the operating position before returning the appliance to
the ground.
15. Do not start the machine when standing in front of the discharge opening.
16. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
17. Do not transport the product while the cutting blade is running.
18. Switch off and remove the key/battery pack from the machine. Make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop.
• whenever you leave the product,
• before clearing blockages or unclogging chute,
• before checking, cleaning or working on the product,
• after striking a foreign object. Inspect the product for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the product;
19. If the product starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately)
• inspect for damage,
• replace or repair any damaged parts,
• check for and tighten any loose parts.
20. Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:
Battery pack
Charger
Y0L120BAT2.5
Y0L120CGR
