_WARNING:
When
using gardening
appliances,
basic safety precautions
must al-
ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and
serious
injury. Read and follow
all instruc-
tions.
This power
unit can be dangerous!
Operator
is responsible
for following
instructions
and
warnings
on unit and in manual
Read entire
instruction
manuat before using unit! Be thor-
oughly familiar with the controis and the prop-
er use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit
to persons
who have read, understand,
and
will follow the instructions
and warnings
on
the unit and in the manual.
Never allow chiF
dren to operate this unit.
INSTRUCTION
SAFETY INFORMATION
MANUAL
ON THE UNIT
A
dl_ DANGER:
Never use blades with line
trimmer attachment.
Never use flailing devices
with any attachment. This unit (when used with
supplied
line trimmer attachment)
is designed
for line trimmer use only. Use of any other ac-
cessories
or attachments
with line trimmer at-
tachment will increase the risk of injury.
Q©O
A
AllWARNING:
Trimmer
line throws ob-
jects violently. You and others can be bIinded/in-
jured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body
parts clear of rotating line.
Eye Protection
/
Hazard
7one
lm' Boots
Keep children, bystanders, and animats 50 feet
(15 meters) away. if approached
stop unit im-
mediately.
if situations
occur which
are not covered
in
this manual,
use care and good judgment.
If
you need assistance,
contact your authorized
service
dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.
OPERATOR
SAFETY
• Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses
or similar eye protection when operating, or
performing
maintenance, on your unit (safety
glasses are available).
Eye protection should
be marked Z87.
• Always wear face or dust mask if operation is
dusty.
• Always wear heavy, long pants, tong sleeves,
boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards
is recommended.
• Always
wear
foot protection.
Do
not go
barefoot
or wear
sandals.
Stay
clear
of
spinning line.
• Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or
remove loose clothing or clothing with loosely
hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can be
caught in moving parts.
• Being fully covered
also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown
by spinning line.
• Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit when you
are tired, ill, upset or under the influence of
alcohol,
drugs,
or medication.
Watch what
you are doing; use common sense.
• Wear hearing protection.
• Never start or run inside a closed room or
building.
Breathing
exhaust
fumes
can
kiEKeep handles free of oil and fuel.
• Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
• Always keep engine on the right hand side
of your body.
•Hoid
the unit firmly
with both hands.Keep
trimmer head (or other optional attachment)
below waist level and away from all parts of
your body. Do not raise engine above your
waist.
• Keep all parts of your body away from muffler
and
spinning
line
(or
other
optional
attachment).
Keep engine below waist level
A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
• Keep
firm
footing
and balance.
Do
not
overreach
or use from unstable
surfaces
such
as
ladders,
trees,
steep
slopes,
rooftops,
etc.
• Use only in daylight
or good artificial light.
• Use only for jobs explained
in this manual
(or manuals
for optional attachments).
UNIT
/ MAINTENANCE
SAFETY
• Disconnect
the spark plug before performing
maintenance
except carburetor adjustments.
• Look for and replace damaged or loose parts
before each use. Look for and repair fuel
leaks
before use.
Keep
in good
working
condition.
• Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped,
cracked,
broken, or damaged
in any other
way before using the unit.
• Maintain
unit according
to recommended
procedures.
Keep
cutting
line
at prober
length.
• Use only 0.095" (2.4 mm) diameter
Poutan
PRO brand line. Never use wire, rope, string,
etc.
• install required shield propedy
before using
the unit. Use only specified
trimmer
head;
make sure it is properly installed and securely
fastened.
• Make
sure unit is assembled
correctly
as
shown in this manual.
• Make carburetor adjustments
with lower end
supported to prevent line from contacting any
object.