Skil 0710 RT: 2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY INTRODUCTION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1 3) PERSONAL SAFETY TOOL ELEMENTS 3 SAFETY 1) WORK AREA SAFETY

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2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter

Lawn mower 0710

plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

Unmodied plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of

INTRODUCTION

electric shock

b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

• This tool is intended for domestic lawn mowing only

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and

• This tool is not intended for professional use

refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric

• Check whether the packaging contains all parts as

shock if your body is earthed or grounded

illustrated in drawing 2

c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

• When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of

dealer

electric shock

• Assembly instructions 2

d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

- the sequence of the numbers appearing in the drawing

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep

corresponds with the sequence of the steps to be

cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving

followed for assembling the lawn mower

parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of

! ensure that 4 wheels A are mounted as illustrated

electric shock

! do not forget to mount cord restraint B before

e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

assembling middle handle C and upper handle D

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord

! firmly tighten all screws and nuts

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock

• Read this instruction manual carefully before use and

f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is

save it for future reference 4

unavoidable, use an earth leakage circuit breaker.

Use of an earth leakage circuit breaker reduces the risk

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1

of electric shock

3) PERSONAL SAFETY

TOOL ELEMENTS 3

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

A Wheel

common sense when operating a power tool. Do not

B Cord restraint

use a power tool while you are tired or under the

C Middle handle

influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment

D Upper handle

of inattention while operating power tools may result in

E Cord clip

serious personal injury

F Safety switch

b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear

G Trigger switch

eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust

H Securing wing nut

mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing

J Grass box

protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce

K Spanner

personal injuries

L Transport handle

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is

M Ventilation slots

in the off-position before connecting to power

N Rear guard

source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying

the tool. Carrying power tools with your nger on the

switch or energising power tools that have the switch on

SAFETY

invites accidents

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all

rotating part of the power tool may result in personal

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions

injury

may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save

e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance

all warnings and instructions for future reference. The

at all times. This enables better control of the power tool

term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-

in unexpected situations

operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)

f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

power tool

jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away

from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair

1) WORK AREA SAFETY

can be caught in moving parts

a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust

areas invite accidents

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are

b) Do not operate power tools in explosive

connected and properly used. Use of dust collection

atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable

can reduce dust-related hazards

liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

may ignite the dust or fumes

a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating

tool for your application. The correct power tool will do

a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control