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8.5 Amp String Trimmer / Edger with Built in Blower
CMESTHOS912
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:
• Before any use, be sure everyone using this unit
reads and understands all safety instructions and
other information contained in this manual.
• Save these instructions and review frequently.

WARNING:
gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock,
and personal injury, including the following.
1 . Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don't use appliances
in damp or wet locations.
2 . Don't Use In Rain.
3 . Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at a
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 substantial footwear is recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
5 . Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if
operation is dusty.
6 . Use Right Appliance – Do not use appliance for any job
except that for which it is intended.
7 . This appliance is provided with double insulation.
Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions
for servicing of Double-insulated Appliances.
8 . Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection
should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to
be used for the gardening appliance. Receptacles are
available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used
for this measure of safety.
9 . Warning – To reduce the risk of electric shock, use
only with an extension cord intended for outdoor
use, such as an extension cord of cord type SW-A,
SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A. or
SJTOW-A.
10 . Extension Cord – Make sure your extension cord is in
good condition. When using an extension cord, be
sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current
your product will draw. An undersized extension
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. Minimum gauge for
Cord sets, shows the correct size to use depending
on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the
gauge number, the heavier the cord. To reduce the risk
of disconnection of appliance cord from the extension cord
during operating:
i) Make a knot as shown in Figure B; or
2
To reduce risk of injury:
When using electric
ii) Use one of the plug-receptacle retaining straps
or connectors described in this manual.
OR
iii) Secure the extension cord to the appliance
plug as shown or described in Assembly
and Adjustments.
Fig. B
11 . Avoid Unintentional Starting – Don't carry plugged-
in appliance with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in.
12 . Don't Abuse Cord – Never carry appliance by cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from
heat, oil, and sharp edges.
13 . Don't grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting
edges when picking up or holding the appliance.
14 . Don't Force Appliance – It will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which
it was designed.
15 . Don't Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
16 . Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired.
17 . Disconnect Appliance – Disconnect the appliance from
the power supply when not in use, before servicing, when
changing accessories such as blades, and the like.
18 . Store Idle Appliances Indoors – When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or
locked-up place – out of reach of children.
19 . Maintain Appliance With Care – Keep cutting edge
sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce
the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories. Inspect appliance power
source periodically, and if damaged, have it repaired by
an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords
periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry,
clean, and free from oil and grease.
20 . Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the
appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in
this manual.
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