Steele Products SP-PM160B - Manual (Page 2)

Please read this guide and use these operating instructions to become
familiar with the mower and its features. The charging of batteries,
operation of the mower, and notes on safety and maintenance
procedures are important for the use and enjoyment of this product.
BEFORE USING THE NEW ELECTRIC RECHARGEABLE
POWER REEL MOWER
WARNING
When using an electrical appliance,basic safety precautions should be observed,
including the following,to reduce the risk of the fire,electrical shock or injury:
1.Read the instructions carefully.Be familiar with the controls and the proper use
2.Do not use it as a toy.
of the appliance.
3.Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instruction to use the
appliance.Local regulations may restrict the age if the operator.
4.Never mow while people,especially children,or pets are nearby.
5.The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other
people at their property.
6.Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
7.Avoid operating the appliance in wet grass,where feasible.
8.Walk,never run when operating.
9.Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
10.Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used,and move any
object which may jam or be thrown by the machine.
11.Always be sure of your footing on slopes,do NOT mow excessively steep slopes.
12.Mow across the face of slopes,never up and down.
13.Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
14.Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the appliance towards you.
15.Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts.Keep clear if the discharge opening
at all times.
16.Never pick up or carry the appliance while the motor is running.
17.Stop the blade if the appliance has to be tilted for transportation when crossing
surfaces other than grass,and when transportation the appliance to and from the
area to be mowed.
18.Never operate the appliance with defective guards, or without safety devices,
for example deflectors and/or grass catchers in place.
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USE OF THIS PRODUCT
WARNING
For safety reasons persons of less than 16 years of age
or persons not familiar with these operating instructions
must not use the electric rechargeable mower.
!
19.Switch on the motor according to instruction and with feet well away from the blade.
20.Do not tilt appliance when switching on the appliance.
21.Keep all nuts,bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working
22.Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
23.Be careful when adjusting height,ensure that the battery is removed and keep
24.Do not handle charger or mower with wet hands.
25.Use only as described in this manual.
condition.
fingers away from all moving parts.
26.DO not attempt to use the charger with any other product nor attempt to charge .
27.DO not abuse the charger cord;never carry the charger by the cord or pull cord to
28.Keep charger cord away from hot surfaces.
29.This product includes lead acid(Pb)batteries;do not incinerate batteries or expose
this product with another charger
disconnect from an outlet,grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
to high temperatures,as they may explode.
30.Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions.If the liquid gets on
the skin wash immediately with soap and water.If the liquid gets into the eyes,
flush then immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek
medical attention.
31.Keep hair,clothing,fingers and all parts of body clear of moving parts.
32.Dress properly! Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery which can be caught by
33.Do not attempt to repair any damaged parts on this product unless you are
moving parts.Use of non-slip footwear is recommended.
qualified to do so.
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