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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TRIMMER USE
Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged
in any way. Be sure the string head or blade 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 the manufacturer’s replacement string in the
cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment,
for example, metal wire, rope, or the like. To install any
other brand of cutting head to this string trimmer can
result in serious personal injury.
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. (76 cm) or more above
the ground.
When not in use, string trimmer should be stored indoors
in a dry, locked place out of the reach of children.
Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy
enough to carry the current your product will draw. A wire
gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended for an
extension cord 50 feet or less in length. A cord exceed-
ing 100 feet is not recommended. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this trimmer. If
you loan someone this unit, loan them these instructions
also.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks
that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not use tool if switch trigger does not turn it on or off.
Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch trigger
is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from power source before storing the
tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the tool accidentally.
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Use only identical manufacturer’s replacement parts and
accessories. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or cause product damage.
