Skil 0710 RT: ELECTRICAL SAFETY PERSONAL SAFETY 5) SERVICE SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LAWN MOWERS EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL BEFORE USE GENERAL DURING USE

the job better and safer at the rate for which it was

• Always disconnect plug from power source

designed

- whenever leaving the tool unattended

b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn

- before clearing jammed material

it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled

- before checking, cleaning or working on the tool

with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired

- after striking a foreign object

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 and

(RCD) with a triggering current of 30 mA maximum

do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or

• Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a

these instructions to operate the power tool. Power

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

tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users

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

e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

H05RN-F which is intended for outdoor use and

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any

equipped with a watertight plug and coupling-socket

other condition that may affect the power tool’s

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

operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired

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

before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

edges

maintained power tools

• Inspect the extension cord periodically and replace it, if

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

damaged (inadequate extension cords can be

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less

dangerous)

likely to bind and are easier to control

PERSONAL SAFETY

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

• Do not operate the tool when barefoot or wearing open

accordance with these instructions, taking into

sandals; always wear sturdy shoes and long trousers

account the working conditions and the work to be

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

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

• Never mow in the direct vicinity of persons (especially

from those intended could result in a hazardous situation

children) and animals

5) SERVICE

• Alwayskeephandsandfeetawayfromrotating

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

parts

person using only identical replacement parts. This

• Keepawayfromthedischargeopeningatalltimes

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained

• Switch on the motor according to instructions and with

feet well away from the cutting blade

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LAWN

• This tool is not intended for use by persons

MOWERS

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory

or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL

knowledge, unless they have been given

4 Read the instruction manual before use

supervision or instruction concerning use of the

5 Double insulation (no earth wire required)

tool by a person responsible for their safety (local

6 Do not expose tool to rain

regulations can restrict the age of the operator)

7 Pay attention to the risk of injury caused by flying

• Ensurethatchildrendonotplaywiththetool

debris (keep bystanders a safe distance away from work

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

area)

• Keep proper footing on slopes and do not mow extremely

8 Beware of sharp blades

steep slopes

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

• Be extremely careful when moving backwards or pulling

blade

the mower towards you

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

BEFORE USE

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

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

! Switch o and disconnect plug before cleaning/

case of a defect, have it repaired immediately by a

maintenance or if (extension) cord is damaged or

qualied person; never open the tool yourself

entangled

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be

@ Do not dispose of the tool together with household waste

used and remove all hard objects which could be caught

material

up and thrown by the cutting mechanism

• 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 motor,

the rear guard is in closed position (risk of injury

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

caused by rotating cutting blade)

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