LawnMaster NPTGSS2617A, Operator'S Manual

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Read the Operator’s Manual and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
■ This grass trimmer is designed for cutting grass, soft vegetation.
■ The grass trimmer is intended for residential, or similar landscape use and is not recommended
for use in agricultural or forest environments.
■ This grass trimmer is not suitable for cutting or chopping, otherwise, there is a risk of injury. For
example:
- Hedges, shrubs and bushes,
- Flowers,
- In terms of composting.
■ Never allow children or persons unfamiliar with these instructions to use the trimmer.
■ Do not operate the trimmer inside a closed environment, such as a room or building; breathing
carbon monoxide from exhaust fumes can kill.
■ Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails,
wire, or string, which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting attachment.
■ Clear the area of children, bystanders and pets. At a minimum, keep all children, bystanders
and pets outside a 50 ft (15 m) radius; outside the 50 ft (15 m) zone, there is still a risk of injury
from thrown objects.
■ Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection. If you are approached, stop the
engine and cutting attachment.
■ Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 along with
hearing protection when operating this trimmer. Failure to do so could result in objects being
thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
■ Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves, and a long-sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level.
■ Do not operate this trimmer when you are tired, ill, upset, or under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication.
■ Inspect the trimmer before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure
all fasteners are in place and secure.
■ Replace cutting attachment parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. Make sure
the cutting attachment is properly installed and securely fastened. Be sure the cutting
attachment shield is properly attached, securely fastened and in the position recommended by
the manufacturer.
■ Use only a flexible, nonmetallic line recommended by the manufacturer. Never use, for
example, wire or wire-rope, which can break off and become a dangerous projectile.
■ Only use the grass trimmer in daylight or good artificial light.
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