Husqvarna LE221R Owner Manual - Page 6
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Safety Safety definitions Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out specially important parts of the manual. WARNING: Used if there is a risk of injury or death for the operator or bystanders if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed. CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of damage to the product, other materials or the adjacent area if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed. Note: Used to give more information that is necessary in a given situation. Safety instructions WARNING: When using electric lawn mowers, basic safety precautions should always be followed to prevent electrical shock and personal injury, including the following: • Read all instructions. • Avoid dangerous environment. Do not operate the product in damp or wet locations. • Do not operate the product in the rain. • Keep children away. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from the work area. • Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry than can be caught in moving parts. Use rubber gloves and footwear when working outdoors. • Use safety glasses. Always use a face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty. • Do not use the product for any job except that for which it is intended. • Do not force the product. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. • Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the product when you are tired. • When not in use, the product should be stored in an indoor dry and locked-up place out of reach of children. • Maintain the product with care. Keep the cutting edges sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. • Keep guards in place and in working order. • Keep blades sharp. • Keep hands and feet away from cutting area. • 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. • If any foreign object is hit or if vibrations occur, obey these instructions: Switch off the motor, turn the safety key to "0" and remove the battery. Inspect the product for damage. Repair any damage or contact an authorised service agent. • Use identical replacement blades only. • The product can be a dangerous tool if used incorrectly or carelessly, which can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. • Keep in mind that the operator is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. • The product must be kept clean. Signs and stickers must be fully legible. • It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you can face. Always exercise care and use your common sense. If you get into a situation where you feel unsafe, stop and seek expert advice. Contact your dealer, service agent or an experienced user. Do not attempt any task that you feel unsure of! • Do not let a child operate the product. • Do not let a person, without knowledge of the instructions, operate the product. • Always monitor a person, with decreased physical capacity or mental capacity, that uses the product. A responsible adult must always be there. • Never use the product if you are fatigued, while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, medication or anything that could affect your vision, alertness, coordination or judgement. • Unauthorized modifications and/or accessories may lead to serious injury or death to the user or others. Under no circumstances may the design of the product be modified without the permission of the manufacturer. • Do not modify this product or use it if it appears to have been modified by others. • Never use a product that is faulty. Carry out the safety checks, maintenance and service instructions described in this manual. Some maintenance and service measures must be carried out by trained and qualified specialists. See instructions in the section Maintenance on page 16. • Always use original accessories. Work area safety • Remove branches, twigs, stones and other objects from the lawn before you start to cut. 6 428 - 002 -