Snow Joe iON16LM-RM 40-Volt Cordless 16-Inch Lawn Mower w/ Brushless Motor - Manual (Page 2)

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WARNING! If the lawn mower strikes any object,
follow these steps:
i) Stop the lawn mower. Remove the battery.
ii) Inspect for damage.
iii) Repair any damage before restarting and operating
the lawn mower.
IMPORTANT!
Safety Instructions for
Walk-Behind Mowers
General Operation
• Read, understand and follow all the safety regulations
and instructions on the machine and in the manual before
starting.
• Only responsible adults who are thoroughly familiar with
the operator controls and the operation of the machine
should be allowed to use the mower.
• Make sure that the mowing area is clear of children, pets
and other bystanders before starting the machine. Stop
the machine if anyone enters the area.
• Do not tip the machine when starting. The machine should
be on level ground and you should have a firm grasp on
the handle when powering ON.
• Disconnect the power supply (i.e. remove the battery):
i) whenever you leave the machine unattended;
ii) before releasing a blocked cutter;
iii) before inspecting, cleaning or performing other
maintenance on the machine;
iv) if a foreign body has been struck;
v) whenever the machine starts to vibrate oddly.
• Never mow in the direct vicinity of persons – especially
children – or animals.
• Do not operate the machine barefooted or while wearing
sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
• Check the ground on which the equipment will be used
and remove all objects that could be picked up and
violently flung by the rotary mower blade.
• Before using the mower, visually inspect it to ensure that
the blade, mounting bolts and the entire cutting apparatus
are in proper working order (i.e. not worn or damaged).
To prevent any operating imbalance, replace worn or
damaged blades and mounting bolts as a set only (if
applicable).
Handling
• Only mow in broad daylight or under well-lit conditions.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use the mower in
the rain or on damp/wet grass.
• Always maintain good footing on inclines.
• Only operate the mower at a walking pace.
• Always mow across hills (i.e. never straight up or straight
down).
• Be particularly careful when you change direction on a
slope.
• Do not mow on overly steep inclines.
• Take extra caution when turning the mower around and
when pulling it towards you.
• Switch the mower off, remove the battery and wait until
the cutters have reached a complete standstill when
tipping the mower over, transporting it over surfaces other
than grass, and when moving the mower to and from the
area you wish to mow.
• Never use the lawn mower if the guards (e.g. side-
discharge chute deflectors, grass-catching devices) are
damaged or not properly fitted.
• Use the ON/OFF switch carefully as described in the
manufacturer’s instructions. Make sure that your feet are
far enough away from the mower blade when starting and
using the mower!
• The lawn mower should not be tilted when the motor
is switched on unless it has to be raised for starting
purposes. In this case, tilt it as little as absolutely
necessary and only raise the side opposite to that of the
user.
• Do not switch on the mower if you are positioned in front
of the discharge chute.
• Never move your hands or feet toward or under any
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge chute opening
at all times.
• Never lift or carry a lawn mower with the engine running.
• Switch off the motor, remove the battery and wait for
the rotating blades to stop completely: before you
dislodge any blockages or clogs in the discharge chute
or mower deck; before carrying out any checks, cleaning,
maintenance or other work on the lawn mower; and
immediately after striking a foreign object. Examine the
mower for signs of damage and carry out any necessary
repairs before restarting and continuing to work with
the mower. If the lawn mower starts to vibrate oddly,
immediately switch it off and inspect it.
• Switch off the mower and remove the battery whenever
you leave the mower.
Maintenance and Storage
• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tightened
securely and that the machine is in safe working condition.
• Allow the mower to cool before you put it into an enclosed
area.
• To avoid the risk of fire, keep the motor housing and
ventilation slots clear of grass, leaves, oil and grease.
• Routinely check the grass basket for signs of wear and
impaired functionality.