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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING!
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow the
instructions listed below may result in serious personal injury.
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O.
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WARNING!
When using electric tools, machines or equipment, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and personal injury. Completely read the manual before proceeding to use this
tool. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
Special safety precautions must be taken to reduce the risk of personal
injury.
A. FOR ALL DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCES
1) Replacement Parts
When servicing use only identical replacement parts.
2) Polarized Appliance Connections
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension
cord. The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug
still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized
extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit
into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the
wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install the proper wall outlet.
Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension
cord plug in any way.
B. FOR ALL APPLIANCES
1) Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t use appliances in damp or wet
locations.
2) Don’t use appliance in rain.
3) Keep all other people, including children, pet and bystanders outside the 50 ft
(15 m) hazard zone, stop the trimmer immediately if you are approached.
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) Wear eye protection. – 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) 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.
