Specific Safety Rules - Black Max BM25CSEDG Manual Del Operador

 Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank into a con-
tainer approved for gasoline and secure the unit from
moving before transporting in a vehicle.
 Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety
instructions. Be sure the cutting attachment stops turning
when the engine idles. When the unit is turned off make
TRIMMER
 Inspect before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure
fasteners are in place and secure. Check for fuel leaks.
 Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged
in any way. Be sure the string head is properly installed
and securely fastened. Failure to do so can cause serious
injury.
 Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors, and handles are
properly and securely attached.
 Use only recommended or equivalent replacement line in
the cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment.
To install any other type of replacement line or cutting
head to this string trimmer can result in serious personal
injury. Never use, for example, wire or wire-rope, which
can break off and become a dangerous projectile.
 Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place
and in good condition.
 Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep
string head below waist level. Never cut with the string
head located over 30 in. or more above the ground.
 This product is intended for infrequent use by homeown-
ers and other occasional users for such general applica-
tions as trimming light and heavy vegetation, etc. It is not
intended for prolonged use. Prolonged periods of opera-
tion can cause circulatory problems in the user's hands
due to vibration. For such use, it may be appropriate to
use a product having an anti-vibration feature.
EDGER
 Replace dull or worn blade; do not attempt to sharpen.
 Use this edger for edging along sidewalks, driveways,
flower beds, and similar areas. Do not use for any other
purpose.
 Be thoroughly familiar with the controls. Know how to
stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.
 Do not use the edger on or near graveled surfaces.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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sure the cutting attachment has stopped before the unit
is set down.
 We recommend taking your equipment to a qualified
service center for repair, as service performed by
inexperienced or unqualified persons may damage the
equipment, create unsafe conditions, injury to user and/
or void your warranty.
 Make yourself familiar with the area you are edging. Be
aware of uneven sidewalks and holes in the terrain as well
as other similar hazardous conditions (example: wire or
wire rope which can break off and become a dangerous
projectile). Always push the edger attachment slowly over
rough ground.
 Do not attempt to remove cut material nor hold material
to be cut when the motor is running or when the cutting
blade is moving.
 Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area.
 Always keep your right hand on the rear handle and your
left hand on the front handle when the blade is rotating.
 A coasting blade can cause injury while it continues to
spin after the motor is stopped or throttle trigger released.
Maintain proper control until the blade has completely
stopped rotating.
 Check blade nut for tightness before operating the
attachment.
 Improper assembly can create a dangerous situation.
 Never stand or have any part of your body in line with the
path of the edger blade.
 If the edger strikes any type of foreign object:
a) Stop the edger and remove the spark plug wire or
disconnect from the power supply.
b) Inspect for damage to the edger attachment.
c) Correct damage before using the edger attachment.
Failure to do so can cause serious injury.
 Always stop the engine or motor and remove the spark plug
wire or disconnect from the power supply before attempt-
ing to remove any obstruction caught or jammed in the
blade, installing attachment, or making any adjustments.
 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use
them to instruct others who may use this product. If you
loan someone this product, loan them these instructions
also to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.