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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS:
IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Do not use in rain or leave outdoors whilst raining.
WARNING: Basic safety precautions should always be observed when
using an electrical appliance to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or
serious injury.
Personal Safety:
• Only use the mower on grass and lawns,
as described in this manual.
• Keep out of reach of children and
animals at all times.
• Only use in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Do not use while there are other people,
especially children, nearby.
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating the
mower.
• Do not use the mower while you are
tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. This may result in
serious personal injury.
• Always be aware of your surroundings
and stay alert for possible hazards.
• Use protective personal equipment
such as safety glasses, non-skid safety
shoes, sturdy gloves to reduce the risk
of personal injury.
• Do not operate when barefoot or
wearing open toed shoes.
• Dress appropriately. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery and keep hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts.
• Always be sure of your footing on slopes
or in slippery conditions.
• Do not use on excessively steep slopes.
• Take particular care when reversing with the
mower or pulling it towards you.
• Never touch the rotating blade.
• Never operate the mower over gravel,
as this risks flicking stones.
• Check the area where the mower is to
be used and remove any objects that
could jam or be thrown by the mower,
such as stones and sticks.
• Avoid operating the mower on wet
grass.
• Never operate the mower with
damaged guards or without the guards
in place.
• Visually check the cutting tools and their
fasteners for any damage before each
use.
• To prevent imbalance, any damaged or
worn-out parts should be replaced.
• When operating the mower ensure that
your hand is correctly positioned on the
handle.
• Only start the mower when your feet are a
safe distance from the cutting blade.
• Do not tilt the mower when starting the
motor.
• Do not operate the mower if it is
incomplete or has unauthorised
modifications.
• Keep all body parts, especially hands
and feet, away from the blade at all
times.
• Warning, the blade will continue to
move aer the motor is switched off.
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