Worx WG750.9, WG750 User Manual

40V Cordless Lawn Mower Tondeuse à gazon sans ﬁl de 40V Podadora inalámbrica 40V

WG750 WG750.9

P02 P19 P31

WARNING: Some dust created by power

sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints;

• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and

other masonry products;

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated

lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemical: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to ﬁlter out microscopic particles.

WARNING: This product can expose you to

chemicals including lead, phthalate or bisphenol A which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash your hands after use. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using electric lawn

mowers, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of ﬁre, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

WARNING: Risk of injury could occur if the

lawn mower is operated without the catcher assembly attached.

WARNING:

attachment might increase the risk of injury

CAUTION: For battery-operated lawn

mowers, use only identical replacement batteries and specifying the battery type and manufacturer.

a) FOR ALL LAWN MOWERS

1) Avoid dangerous environment - Don’t use lawn

mowers in damp or wet locations.

2) Don’t Use In Rain.

3) Keep children away - All visitors should be kept

a safe distance from work area.

4) Dress properly - 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.

5) Use safety glasses - Always use face or dust

mask if operation is dusty.

6) Use right appliance - Do not use lawn mower

for any job except that for which it is intended.

7) Don’t Force Lawn Mower - It will do the job

better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

The use of any other accessory or

8) Don’t overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

9) Stay alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate lawn mower when you are tired.

10) Store Idle Lawn Mower Indoors - When not in use, lawn mower should be stored in an indoor dry and locked-up place - out of reach of children.

11) Maintain lawn mower with care - Keep cutting edges sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

12) Keep guards in place and in working order.

13) Keep blades sharp.

14) Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.

15) Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can cause severe injuries to persons. The lawn mower should always be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to each mowing.

16) If lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow these steps:

i) Stop lawn mower. Release the switch. ii) Remove battery pack. iii) Inspect for damage. iv) Repair any damage before restarting and

operating the lawn mower.

17) Use identical replacement blades only.

SUPPLEMENT SA-BATTERY-OPERATED LAWN MOWERS

a) Do not charge lawn mower in rain, or in wet

locations.

b) Do not use battery-operated lawn mower in

rain.

c) Remove or disconnect battery before servicing,

cleaning, or removing material from the lawn mower.

FOR ALL BATTERY-OPERATED PRODUCTS EMPLOYING A DETACHABLE OR SEPARABLE BATTERY

a) Use only the following type and size battery:

WA3580

b) Do not dispose of the battery in a ﬁre. The

cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

c) Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released

electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

d) Exercise care in handling batteries in order not

to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY PACK

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, ﬁre and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

1) WARNING: Risk of ﬁre and burns. Do not

disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F), or incinerate. Do not expose cells or batteries to heat or ﬁre. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.

2) Dispose of used battery promptly.. When

disposing of secondary cells or batteries, keep cells or batteries of different electrochemical systems separate from each other.

3) Keep battery out of reach of children and

in original package until ready to use.

4) Never put batteries in mouth. If

swallowed, contact your physician or local poison control center.

5) CAUTION – The battery used in this device

may present a risk of ﬁre or chemical burn if mistreated. Replace battery with WORX WA3580 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of ﬁre or explosion.

6) Warning: Do not use a visibly damaged

battery pack or appliance as applicable.

7) Warning: Do not modify or attempt to

repair the appliance or the battery pack as applicable.

8) BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED.

9) Do not short-circuit a cell or battery. Do

not store cells or batteries haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may shortcircuit each other or be short-circuited by conductive materials.

10) Do not subject cells or batteries to

mechanical shock.

11) Keep cells and batteries clean and dry.

Wipe the cell or battery terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.

12) Do not maintain secondary cells and

batteries on charge when not in use.

13) Retain the original cell and battery

literature for future reference.

14) Do not use any charger other than that

speciﬁcally provided for use with the equipment. Secondary cells and batteries

need to be charged before use. Always use the correct charger and refer to the manufacturer’s instructions or equipment manual for proper charging instructions.

15) When possible, remove the battery from the

equipment when not in use.

16) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the

switch is in the off-position before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the

appliance. Carrying the appliance with your ﬁnger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.

17) Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.

18) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, ﬂush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

19) Have servicing performed by a qualiﬁed repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.

Safety instructions for walk-behind mowers

IMPORTANT

Safe Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers I. GENERAL OPERATION

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting.

2. Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

3. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate this machine.

4. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc., which could be thrown by the blade. Stay behind the handle when the motor is running.

5. Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

6. Do not operate machine barefooted or while wearing sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.

7. Do not pull machine backward unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while moving backward.

8. Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces.

9. Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety protective devices in place and working.

10. Never leave a running machine unattended.

11. Stop the motor and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.

12. Operate machine only in daylight or good artiﬁcial light.

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13. Do not operate machine while under the inﬂuence of alcohol or drugs.

14. Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; walk; never run.

15. Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before starting the motor.

16. If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and check for the cause immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

17. Always wear eye protection when operating machine.

18. See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.

1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

3. Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.

4. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. You could lose your footing or balance.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.

3. Never allow children to operate the machine.

4. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.

IV. SERVICE GENERAL SERVICE

1. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

2. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

3. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.

4. If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before starting.

5. Never make any adjustments or repairs with the motor running.

6. Always unplug electric mowers before

adjusting, cleaning, or repairing.

7. Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.

8. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

9. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

Safe operation practices for walk-behind mowers

1. Safety Instructions

1.1 Training

a) Read the operating and service instruction

manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.

b) Never allow children to operate a power

mower.

c) Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

particularly small children, and pets.

d) Do not use a mower for any job except that for

which it is intended.

1.2 Preparation

a) Thoroughly inspect the area where the

equipment is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects.

b) Do not operate the equipment when barefoot

or wearing sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.

c) Disengage the self-propelled mechanism

or drive clutch on units so equipped before starting the motor.

d) Never attempt to make a wheel height

adjustment while the motor is running.

e) Mow only in daylight or in good artiﬁcial light. f) Never operate the equipment on wet grass.

Always be sure of your footing. Keep a ﬁrm hold on the handle and walk, never run.

1.3 Operation

a) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating

parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

b) Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives,

walks, or roads.

c) After striking a foreign object, stop the motor,

unplug, thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower.

d) If the equipment should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the motor and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

e) Stop the motor and unplug whenever you leave

the equipment, before cleaning the mower housing, and before making any repairs or inspections.

f) Shut the motor off and wait until the blade

comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or before unclogging the chute.

g) Mow across the face of slopes, never up and

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down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

h) Never operate the mower without proper

guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place.

i) Do not wash with a hose, avoid getting water in

motor and electrical connections.

1.4 Maintenance

a) Check the blade and the motor mounting bolts

at frequent intervals for proper tightness.

b) Keep al nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure

the equipment is in safe working condition.

c) Check bag frequently for deterioration and wear,

and replace worn bags. Check that replacement bags comply with the original manufacturer’s recommendations or speciﬁcations.

d) Replace the blade if it is bent or cracked. An

unbalanced blade causes vibration that could damage the motor drive unit or cause personal injury.

e) Sharpen a dull blade equally at each end to

maintain the balance.

f) Clear the blade thoroughly and check its balance

by supporting it horizontally on a thin nail through its centre hole. The mail should also be in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade rotates downward, remove some metal from the heavy or lower end until the blade is balanced. It is balanced when neither end drops.

Slip on slope.

Read the operator’s manual.

Do not expose to rain or water

Do not burn

Li-Ion battery, battery must be recycled

Li-I on

Wear protective gloves

Remove battery from the socket before carrying out any adjustment, servicing or maintenance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SYMBOLS

KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY GARDER MAINS ET PIEDS À DISTANCE

CPSC Danger label.

Severing of toes or ﬁngers-Rotary mower blade.

Thrown objects from mower deck.

Keep bystanders/children away.

Safety alert.

Blade continues to rotate after the machine is switched off. Wait until all machine components have completely stopped before touching them

Remove the key

POSITEC Inc. has established a partnership with the RBRC Corporation to recycle any Positec batteries with the RBRC-call2recycle seal. For environmental protection, please do not discard batteries in the trash. After the batteries’ life cycle is ended, then please call 1-800-822-8837 for a free service that will properly dispose of the battery.

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