Skil 0705 RA: ELECTRICAL SAFETY PERSONAL SAFETY 5) SERVICE SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LAWN MOWERS EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL BEFORE USE GENERAL DURING USE

c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or

- whenever the tool starts vibrating abnormally

the battery pack from the power tool before making

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing

• Inspect the cord periodically and have it replaced by a

power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce

qualied person, if damaged

the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

• When operating the tool use a residual current device

d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children

(RCD) with a triggering current of 30 mA maximum

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power

• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a

tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

• Only use an extension cord of types H05VV-F or

users.

H05RN-F which is intended for outdoor use and

e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

equipped with a watertight plug and coupling-socket

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any

• Do not run over, crush or pull the (extension) cord

other condition that may affect the power tool’s

• Protect the (extension) cord from heat, oil and sharp

operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired

edges

before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

• Inspect the extension cord periodically and replace it, if

maintained power tools.

damaged (inadequate extension cords can be

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

dangerous)

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less

PERSONAL SAFETY

likely to bind and are easier to control.

• Do not operate the tool when barefoot or wearing open

g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in

sandals; always wear sturdy shoes and long trousers

accordance with these instructions, taking into

• Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tool

account the working conditions and the work to be

• Never mow in the direct vicinity of persons (especially

performed. Use of the power tool for operations dierent

children) and animals

from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

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5) SERVICE

parts

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

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person using only identical replacement parts. This

• Switch on the motor according to instructions and with

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

feet well away from the cutting blade

• This tool is not intended for use by persons

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LAWN

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory

MOWERS

or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and

knowledge, unless they have been given

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL

supervision or instruction concerning use of the

4 Read the instruction manual before use

tool by a person responsible for their safety (local

5 Double insulation (no earth wire required)

regulations can restrict the age of the operator)

6 Do not expose tool to rain

• Ensure that children do not play with the tool

7 Pay attention to the risk of injury caused by flying

• Operate the mower at a walking pace only (do not run)

debris (keep bystanders a safe distance away from work

• Keep proper footing on slopes and do not mow extremely

area)

steep slopes

8 Beware of sharp blades

• Be extremely careful when moving backwards or pulling

9 Keep the (extension) cord away from the rotating cutting

the mower towards you

blade

BEFORE USE

0 The cutting blade continues to rotate for a short time after

• Check the functioning of the tool before each use and, in

tool is switched o (do not touch rotating blade)

case of a defect, have it repaired immediately by a

! Switch o and disconnect plug before cleaning/

qualied person; never open the tool yourself

maintenance or if (extension) cord is damaged or

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be

entangled

used and remove all hard objects which could be caught

@ Do not dispose of the tool together with household waste

up and thrown by the cutting mechanism

material

• Always ensure that the cutting mechanism is in good

GENERAL

working order (have worn or damaged parts replaced)

• Avoid operating the mower on wet lawns

• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure that the

• The user is responsible for accidents or hazards

mower is in safe working condition

occurring to other people or their property

DURING USE

• Never operate the tool with a defective rear guard or

• Only mow with sucient daylight or with appropriate

defective grass box

articial lighting

• When operating the tool without grass box, ensure that

• Do not tilt the tool when starting or switching on the

the rear guard is in closed position (risk of injury

motor, except if the tool has to be tilted for starting in long

caused by rotating cutting blade)

grass (in this case, do not tilt it more than absolutely

• Always disconnect plug from power source

necessary and tilt only the part which is away from the

- whenever leaving the tool unattended

operator); always ensure that both hands are in the

- before clearing jammed material

operating position before returning the tool to the ground

- before checking, cleaning or working on the tool

- after striking a foreign object

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