LawnMaster NPTGSS2617A, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
Do not allow familiarity with products to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with head
protection. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible
serious injuries.
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer or retailer of this
product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal
injury. Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts such as
screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this
product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced.
The fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious
personal injury may result.
HANDLING THE FUEL
■ Mix and store in a container approved for storing fuel.
■ DO NOT smoke when handling or close to fuel.
■ DO NOT allow flames or sparks near the fuel.
■ Maintain the pressure in the fuel tank; always loosen the fuel tank cap slowly allowing
the pressure to equalize. NEVER refuel a trimmer when the engine is HOT or RUNNING!
■ DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground.
■ DO NOT overfill the fuel tank and clean up spills immediately.
■ Securely tighten the fuel tank cap and close the fuel container after refueling.
■ Check for fuel leakages. If a fuel leakage is present, remove the battery and do not use
the trimmer until the leakage is repaired.
■ Move at least 10 ft (3 m) from refueling location before starting the engine.
FUEL MIXTURE
(See Fig. 9)
This trimmer is powered by a 2-cycle engine; the operator is required to use premixed gasoline
and 2-cycle lubricant. Prepare a mixture of unleaded gasoline and 2-cycle engine lubricant in a
clean container approved for storing gasoline. Only prepare quantities that can be used up within a
few days. DO NOT prepare quantities that will need to be stored for more than 30 days.
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