The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign
objects thrown into
the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
Always
wear safety
glasses or eye shields while operating your trimmer or performing any
adjustments
or repairs.
We recommend standard safety glasses or a
wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
ALook for this symbol to point out
important
safety precautions.
It means
CAUTION!t!
BECOMEALERT!H
YOUR
SAFETY
IS INVOLVED.
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AWARNING:
In order to prevent
accidental
starting when setting up,
transporting,
adjusting or making
repairs,
•
always
disconnect
spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark
plug.
AWARNING:
Engine exhaust, some of its
•
constituents, and certain vehicle
components
contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects
or other
•
reproductive
harm.
A CAUTION:
Muffler and other engine
parts become
extremely
hot during
operation and remain
hot after engine
•
has stopped. To avoid severe burns on
contact,
stay away from these areas.
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I. GENERAL
OPERATION
• Read, understand,
and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual before starting. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the machine before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts.
• Keep all parts of your body away from
muffler and spinning line. A hot muffler
can cause serious burns.
Only
allow responsible
individuals,
who are familiar
with the instructions, to
operate
the machine.
Stay away from breakable
objects,
such as house windows,
auto glass,
greenhouses,
etc.
Clear the area of objects
such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by the
spinning
lines.
Be sure the area is clear of other
people
before
trimming,
particularly
small children
and pets.
Stop machine
if anyone
enters the area.
Wear
appropriate
clothing
such as a
long-sleeved
shirt or jacket.
Also wear
long trousers
or slacks.
Do not wear
shorts.
Do not wear loose clothing
which could
get caught
in this equipment.
Do not operate
the machine
when
barefoot
or wearing
open sandals.
Always
wear work gloves
and sturdy
footwear.
Leather
work shoes or short
boots work well for most people.
These
will protect
the operator's
ankles and
shins from small sticks, splinters,
and
other debris,
and improve
traction.
Do not pull machine
backwards
unless
absolutely
necessary.
Always
look
down and behind
before
and while
moving
backwards.
Do not operate
the machine
without
proper guards,
plates or other safety
protective
devices
in place.
See manufacturer's
instructions
for
proper
operation
and installation
of
accessories.
Only use accessories
approved
by the manufacturer.
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