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Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire
before making any adjustments or repairs except for
carburetor adjustments.
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Inspect unit before each use for loose fasteners,
damaged or missing parts. Correct before using the
straight shaft trimmer attachment. Failure to do so can
cause serious injury.
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Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts.
Failure to do so, may cause poor performance, possible
injury, and will void your warranty.
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Do not, under any circumstance, use any attachment or
accessory on this product which was not provided with
the product or identified as appropriate for use with this
product in the Operator’s Manual.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TRIMMER USE
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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.
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Make sure all deflectors and handles are properly and
securely attached.
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Use only the manufacturer's replacement string in the
cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment.
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Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place
and in good condition.
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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.) 76 cm or more above
the ground.
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow
all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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For safe operation, read and understand all instructions
before using the straight shaft trimmer attachment.
Follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safety
instructions listed below, can result in serious personal
injury.
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Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this
unit.
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Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1 standards and hearing protec-
tion when operating this unit.
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Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not wear
loose fitting clothing, short pants, jewelry of any kind, or
go barefoot.
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Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in any moving parts.
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Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft
(15 m ) away.
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Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
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Do not operate in poor lighting.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure
to hot surfaces.
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Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
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Do not touch areas around the muffler or cylinder of the
power head, these parts get hot from operation. Failure
to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.
SAFETY RULES
