Manual

Owner's Manual
SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
SAFETYINSTRUCTIONSFORBATTERY-OPERATEDLAWNMOWERS
a) Do not charge lawn mower in rain, or in wet locations.
b) Do not use battery-operated lawn mower in rain.
c) Removeor disconnectsafetykey beforeservicing, cleaning,or removingmaterialfrom the lawn mower.
d) Useonly the following type and size battery: type A22DD1,A22D02 leadacid battery
e) Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode. Checkwith local codesfor possible
special disposal instructions.
f) Do not open or mutilate the battery. Releasedelectrolyte is corrosive and may cause damageto the
eyesor skin. It may betoxic if swallowed.
g) Exercisecare in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such
as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
CAUTION
Theelectrolyte isa dilute sulfuric acid that is harmfulto the skin and eyes. It is electrically conductive
and corrosive. Thefollowing procedures should beobserved:
a) Wearfull eye protection and protective clothing.
b) If electrolyte contacts the skin, wash it off immediately with water.
c) If electrolyte contacts the eyes,flush thoroughly and immediatelywith water. Seekmedicalattention.
SAFETYiNSTRUCTIONSFORWALK-BEHINDMOWERS
I. GENERALOPERATION
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions onthe machine and in the manual (s) before starting.
2. Do not put hands or feet near or underthe machine. Keepclear of the dischargeopening at all times.
3. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions,to operatethis machine.
4. Clearthe area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc., which could bethrown bythe blade.
Stay behind the handlewhen the motor is running.
5. Be sure the area isclear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine ifanyoneenters 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. Neverdirectdischargedmaterialtowardanyone.Avoiddischarging materialagainsta wall or obstruction.
Material may ricochet backtoward the operator. Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
9. Do not operatemachine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, rearguard,or other safety
protective devicesin placeand working.
10. Never leavea running machine unattended.
11. Stop the motor, removethe safety key and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before
cleaning the machine, removing grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.
12. Operatemachine only in daylight or good artificial light.
13. Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
14. Neveroperate mower in wet grass. Always besure of your footing; walk; never run.
15. Disengagethe drive system, if so equipped, before starting the motor.
16. If the machineshould start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and checkfor the cause
immediately.Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
17. Always wear eye protection when operating machine.
18. Seemanufacturer's instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories.
Only useaccessories approved by the manufacturer.