Black & Decker 90514757 - Manual (Page 3)

3. Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing
could cause a slip and fall accident.
4. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. You could
lose your footing or balance.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence
of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing
activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw
them.
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care
of a responsible adult other than the operator.
2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
3. Never allow children to operate the mower.
4. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or
other objects that may block your view of a child.
GENERAL SERVICE
1. Never operate mower in a closed area.
2. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe
working condition.
3. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation
regularly.
4. Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Allow
mower to cool before storing.
5. If you strike a foreign object, release switch lever to turn mower off,
wait for the blade to stop and remove the safety key and then
inspect the mower. Repair, any damage, before starting and
operating the mower.
6. Never make any adjustments or repairs with the motor running or
while the safety key is in the mower.
7. Always remove safety key before adjusting, cleaning, repairing,
inspecting, transporting, storing or leaving the mower.
8. Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard
frequently and when necessary replace with Black & Decker
recommended parts only.
9. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use
extra caution when servicing them.
10. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
WARNING: GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TOOLS
• THIS TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS. Follow all warnings and Safety
Instructions in this manual. The operator is responsible for following
warnings and instructions in this manual and on unit. Restrict use of
this mower to persons who read, understand and follow warnings and
instructions in this manual and on unit.
• STORE IDLE MOWER INDOORS. Always store with safety key
removed. Mowers should be stored indoors in dry, secured area – out
of reach of children.
• DON’T FORCE MOWER. It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
• USE RIGHT APPLIANCE. Do not use the mower for any job except
that for which it is intended.
• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can
be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves, long pants and substantial,
non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
• USE SAFETY GLASSES AND OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Use
safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields, complying with
applicable safety standards and, when needed, a face shield. Also use
face or dust mask if operation is dusty. This applies to all persons in the
work area. Also use a hard hat, hearing protection, gloves, safety
shoes and dust collection systems when specified or required. Safety
glasses or the like are available at extra cost at your local dealer or
Black & Decker Service Center.
• DON’T ABUSE CORD. Never carry charger by cord or yank it to
disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp
edges.
• MAINTAIN MOWER WITH CARE. Keep cutting edge clean and sharp
for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect mower cord
periodically and if damaged, have it repaired by authorized service
facility. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry mower with safety
key inserted in switch housing. Be sure switch lever is not engaged
while inserting safety key.
• BEFORE USING, always visually inspect to see that the blade, blade
fasteners and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace
worn or damaged blades and fasteners in sets to preserve balance.
Inspect the mower cord - ensure it is in good condition. Cord insulation
must be intact with no cracks or deterioration.
• USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Make sure the extension cord is in good condition before using. Always
use the proper size extension cords with the tool – that is, proper wire
size for various lengths of cord and heavy enough to carry the current
the tool will draw. Use of an undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. For proper size
cords see chart below.
• CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the mower, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may
affect their operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless
otherwise indicated elsewhere in this manual.
• REPAIRS AND SERVICE. Repairs, maintenance and any
adjustments not specified in this manual should be performed by
Black & Decker authorized service centers or other qualified service
organizations, always using identical replacement parts.
DANGER: ADDITIONAL WARNINGS FOR MOWERS
• ALWAYS firmly grip handle with both hands when operating mower.
• NEVER wear radio or music headphones while operating mower.
• CONTAIN long hair.
• NEVER attempt to make a wheel height adjustment while the motor is
running or while the safety key is in the switch housing.
• IF MOWER stalls, release switch lever to turn mower off, wait for
blade to stop and remove the safety key, before attempting to unclog
the chute or remove anything from under the deck.
• KEEP HANDS and feet away from cutting area.
• KEEP BLADES sharp. Always use protective gloves when handling
the mower blade.
• IF YOU are using a grass catcher, check it frequently for wear and
deterioration. If excessively worn, replace with new bag for your
safety.
• USE EXTREME CAUTION when reversing or pulling mower
toward you.
WARNING: Some dust created by this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• compounds in fertilizers
• compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides
• arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety
equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
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Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300
(0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m)
Ampere Rating
More
Not more American Wire Gage
Than Than
0 - 6 18 16 16 14
6 - 10 18 16 14 12
10 - 12 16 16 14 12
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended