To ensure safe operation
Operator Responsibility
• Never operate the grass/weed trimmer when tired, ill or under
influence of alcohol or other drugs.
• Any part from the machine is a potential source of danger if the
machine is used in abnormal conditions or if the maintenance is not
done correctly.
• Read the owner's manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and
their proper use of the grass/weed trimmer. Know how to stop the
engine rapidly.
• Use the grass/weed trimmer for the purpose it is intended for, that is
trimming.
Any other use could be dangerous or damage the grass/weed
trimmer.
Do not use the grass/weed trimmer as a pruning hook.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with this owner's manual to
use the grass/weed trimmer. Local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
• If you lend or resell your grass/weed trimmer to a third person,
instruct him or her with how to handle the product and alert him or
her to read the Owner's Manual carefully before operation.
• Never operate the grass/weed trimmer while:
– people, especially children or pets are nearby.
– user is fatigued or under medication, or has swallowed substances
known to affect judgement or reactions.
• Keep people and pets at least 15 m away from the operator during
operation. Note that an assistant to the operator should work at least
15 m away from the operator, too. We recommend to decide the
engine stop signal and other signals between the operator and
assistant, and use them for safety during operation.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
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