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Important Safety Information
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Storage Safety
• Always refer to the operator's manual instructions for important details if the edger is to be stored for an extended period.
• Never store the edger with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as water
heaters, space heaters, clothes dryers, etc .
• To reduce fire hazard, keep edger free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure .
Repair, Maintenance, and Adjustment Safety
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine . Remove the wire from the spark plug and keep the wire away from the
plug to prevent accidental starting . Thoroughly inspect the edger for any damage . If damaged, have the
equipment repaired by a trained technician before restarting and operating .
WARNING
• Stop the engine before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the unit . Make sure all moving parts have stopped . Let the
engine cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug . Use caution because pulling the
recoil starter handle will also rotate the blade .
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except when specifically recommended
by the manufacturer .
• Keep the edger in safe working condition . Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness .
• When servicing or repairing the edger, do not tip the machine over or up unless specifically instructed to do so in this
Manual . Service and repair procedures can be done with the edger in an upright position . Some procedures will be
easier if the machine is lifted on a raised platform or working surface .
• Use only original equipment or authorized replacement parts .
• Never tamper with safety devices . Check their proper operation regularly .
• Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed engine .
• Clean and replace safety and instruction decals as necessary .
• To guard against engine over-heating, always have engine debris filter mounted and clean.
Children Safety
WARNING
• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children . Children are often attracted to the
edger and the edging activity .
• Keep children out of the edging area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult .
• Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them .
• Be alert and turn edger off if children enter the area .
• Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down for small children .
• Never allow children to operate the edger .
• Use extra care when operating near blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obstruct vision .
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