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c) Thoroughly inspect the area where the lawnmower is to be used and remove all
stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects. Thrown objects can cause
personal injury.
d) Before using the lawnmower, always visually inspect to see that the blade and the
blade assembly are not worn or damaged. Worn or damaged parts increase the risk of
injury.
e) Before use, check the supply cord and any extension cord for signs of damage or
aging. Do not use the lawnmower if the cord is damaged or worn. If the cord is
damaged or worn during use, switch off the lawnmower and do not touch the cord
before disconnecting it from the supply. A damaged supply cord or extension cord may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
f) Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration. A worn or damaged
grass catcher may increase the risk of personal injury.
NOTE 101 It is possible to replace the term “catcher” by an alternative term such as “collector” or “bag”.
NOTE 102 The above warning is omitted for machines that can only be operated as a mulching lawnmower.
g) Keep guards in place. Guards must be in working order and be properly mounted. A
guard that is loose, damaged, or is not functioning correctly may result in personal injury.
h) Keep all cooling air inlets clear of debris. Blocked air inlets and debris may result in
overheating or risk of fire.
i) While operating the lawnmower, always wear non-slip and protective footwear. Do
not operate the lawnmower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. This reduces the
chance of injury to the feet from contact with the moving blade.
j) While operating the lawnmower, always wear long trousers. Exposed skin increases
the likelihood of injury from thrown objects.
k) Do not operate the lawnmower in wet grass. Walk, never run. This reduces the risk of
slipping and falling which may result in personal injury.
l) Do not operate the lawnmower on excessively steep slopes. This reduces the risk of
loss of control, slipping and falling which may result in personal injury.
m) When working on slopes, always be sure of your footing, always work across the
face of slopes, never up or down and exercise extreme caution when changing
direction. This reduces the risk of loss of control, slipping and falling which may result in
personal injury.
n) Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawnmower towards you. Always
be aware of your surroundings. This reduces the risk of tripping during operation.
o) Keep the supply cord away from the cutting blades. A damaged supply cord may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
p) Switch off and remove plug from mains if the cord is entangled or damaged.
Entangled or damaged cords can increase the risk of electric shock.
q) Do not touch blades and other hazardous moving parts while they are still in motion.
This reduces the risk of injury from moving parts.
r) When clearing jammed material or cleaning the lawnmower, make sure all power
switches are off and the power cord is disconnected. Unexpected operation of the
lawnmower may result in serious personal injury.
8.14.2 a) Addition:
101) Explanation of the safety devices that the lawnmower incorporates as part of the
original equipment;
102) Information regarding pre-operating procedures;
103) Information regarding the recommended cutting means to be used on the lawnmower;
104) Instructions on the permitted operating positions for handles.