General Safety Rules - ALM EarthWise 60420 Manuel De L'utilisateur

WARNING:
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below and on the machine
may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
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This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet
and throwing objects. Failure to observe all safety instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
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Do not use the lawn mower in damp or wet conditions or
operate in the rain.
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Never allow adults to operate the product without proper
instruction.
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Keep the area clear of all bystanders, children, and pets while
mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
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Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma-
chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children
will remain where you last saw them.
 Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
 Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
 Never allow children to operate the lawn mower.
 Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.
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Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught
in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and footwear is
recommended when working outdoors.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Over-reaching can result in loss of balance.
WARNING: Some dust and debris created by the use of this tool could contain chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are:
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Chemicals in fertilizers
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Compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides
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Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure,
work in a well-ventilated area and with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
WARNING: California Proposition 65:
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
FCC WARNING:
Please note that changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing
sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear
that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery
surfaces.
Do not leave the mower unattended while running.
Keep hands and feet away from cutting area. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.
Operate the lawn mower only in daylight or good artificial light.
Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday glasses
have only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury. Use face mask
if environment is dusty.
Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply with
ANSI Z87.1 standard when operating this product.
Use the right appliance. Do not use the lawn mower for any job
except that for which it is intended.
Do not force the lawn mower. It will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it was designed.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense
when operating the lawn mower. Do not operate the mower while
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating the lawn mower may result
in serious personal injury.
Keep machine in good working condition. Keep blades sharp and
guards in place and in working order.
Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
Stop the motor, remove the switch key and wait until the blade
comes to a complete stop before cleaning the lawn mower,
removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge opening.
When not in use, mower should be stored indoors in a dry, locked
up place—out of reach of children.