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OPERATOR SAFETY
Trimmer Safety
• Read, understand, and follow instructions and warnings
in this manual and on the machine, engine and
attachments.
• Know the controls and the proper use of the machine
before starting.
• The equipment should only be used in good weather
conditions and with clear visibility.
• To prevent injury to others, keep people at least 50
feet (15 meters) away from the working area during
operation.
• DO NOT touch the cutting head or blade in motion.
• Keep fi rm footing and balance. Do not over-reach.
Keep cutting attachment below waist level. Keep all
parts of your body away from the rotating cutting
attachment and hot surfaces.
• NEVER use the unit without the blade guard securely
in place.
• Do not strike objects that may cause harm or damage
to the unit.
• Always wear eye protection and protective clothing.
Always wear the safety glasses provided with the
unit. Protect yourself when operating unit by wearing
safety glasses, a dust mask, long pants, ear protec-
tion, and substantial footwear.
• Clear the working area. Objects thrown by the trimmer
can cause serious injury. Before operating the
trimmer, carefully inspect the area and remove any
broken glass, pieces of wire, and other loose objects.
• The cutting attachment may be spinning during
carburetor adjustments. Wear protective equipment
and observe all safety instructions. For units
equipped with a clutch, be sure the cutting attach-
ment stops turning when the engine idles. When the
unit is turned off, make sure the attachment has
stopped before the unit is set down.
• A coasting blade can cause injury while it continues
to spin after the engine is stopped or throttle trigger is
released. Maintain proper control until the blade has
completely stopped rotating.
Protection for Children, Bystander, and Pets
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children, bystanders, and pets. Children
are often attracted to the machine and the trimming
activity. Never assume that children will remain where
you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the trimming area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult.
• Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all
objects such as broken glass, nails, wires, or string,
which could be thrown or become entangled in the
cutting attachment.
• Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets.
• Keep all children, bystanders outside of a 50 ft (15 m)
radius.
• Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection.
• Do not allow children or others to use the equipment
or attachments. They can be seriously injured.
• Allow only responsible persons who understand these
instructions to operate this equipment.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
Safe Handling of Gasoline
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
of ignition.
• Use only an approved fuel container.
• DO NOT fi ll fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a truck
or trailer with a plastic liner. Always place the contain-
ers on the ground away from the vehicle before fi lling.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is com-
plete. DO NOT use a nozzle lock-open device.
• DO NOT refuel the machine indoors.
• DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel equipment using a portable
container, rather than a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
• Never overfi ll a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten
securely.
• DO NOT store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open fl ame, spark or pilot light such
as on a water heater or other appliance.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
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