Weed Eater 96142008800 Service Manual

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IV. GENERAL SERVICE
•   Never run a machine inside a closed 

area.

•   Never make adjustments or repairs with 

the motor running. 

•   Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade 

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-
ment in good condition.

•   Never tamper with safety devices. 

Check their proper operation regularly.

•   Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or 

other debris build-up. Allow machine to 
cool before storing.

•   Stop and inspect the equipment if you 

strike an object. Repair, if necessary, 
before restarting.

•   Never attempt to make wheel height 

adjustments while the motor is running.

•   Always remove battery from mower 

before adjusting, cleaning or repairing.

•   Grass catcher components are subject 

to wear, damage, and deterioration, 
which could expose moving parts or 
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently 
check components and replace with 
manufacturer’s recommended parts 
when necessary.

•   Mower blade is sharp and can cut. Wrap 

the blade or wear gloves, and use extra 
caution when servicing it.

•   Do not attempt to change the motor’s 

electronic settings or over speed the 
motor.

•   Maintain or replace safety and instruc-

tion labels, as necessary.

•   Only use accessories or parts approved 

by the  manufacturer. Non-approved 
parts or accessories can cause serious 
injury or damage and will void the war-
ranty.

•   This lawnmower is not to be used for 

commercial use; Use only on personal 
property.  It should only be used on 
private lawns and should not be used to 
cut public parks, playing fi elds, farms, 
forests or a large number of lawns.

  CAUTION: Before using battery or 

charger please read all instructions. 
Serious injury, electrical shock or prop-
erty damage may occur if all warnings 
and instructions are not understood and 
followed. Only use batteries provided or 
approved by the manufacturer.

•   The batteries are sealed units and can 

not be opened or taken apart. When a 
battery is no longer holding a charge 
take it to a local recycling center.

•   Be extra cautious to reduce risk of 

dropping a metal tool onto the battery. 
It might spark or short circuit the battery 
or other electrical parts and may cause 
an explosion. Keep the area around the 
charger and batteries clean.

•   Remove personal metal items such 

as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and 
watches when working with a lead-acid 
battery.

•   Do not touch un-insulated parts of the 

battery, contacts or terminals.

•   Do not leave the batteries outside in the 

elements.  Always store the batteries in 
a dry area where the temperature does 
not drop below 32º F or 0º C.

•   The Charger and batteries should be 

kept in a dry area away from children, 
pets, heat and moisture. 

•   Only Charge batteries with standard 

120V household supply.

•   Do not attempt to rewire or otherwise 

short circuit the batteries.

•   Use the charger only in a well venti-

lated area. Do not charge batteries in a 
sealed container.

•   Use only manufacturer-approved char-

ger to charge the lawnmower batteries.

•   Charge only manufacturer-approved 

batteries with this charger. Charging 
other batteries or products may cause 
personal injury or property damage.

•   If the cord or other parts are damaged 

replace them immediately before using 
the charger. 

•   To reduce risk of damage to electric 

plug and cord, unplug the charger by 
the plug and not by the cord when dis-
connecting charger.

•   Use the charger in a location where 

it will not be stepped on, tripped over 
or otherwise subjected to damage or 
stress.

•   Do not disassemble charger; take it to a 

qualifi ed service agent or replace char-
ger when service or repair is required.

•   To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug 

charger from outlet before attempting 
any maintenance or cleaning.

•   Never alter the charger or cord.