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PRO EDGER
Fuel
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Gasoline (petrol) and die-
sel fuels are flammable;
gasoline (petrol) vapors
are explosive. Use extra
care when handling.
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Store only in containers
specifically designed for
fuel.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
IN GENERAL
•
Maintain machine according to manufacturer’s
schedule and instructions for maximum safety and
best results.
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Park machine on level ground.
•
Never allow untrained personnel to service
machine.
• Guards should only be removed by a qualified
technician for maintenance or service. Replace
when work is completed.
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Adjust or repair only after the engine has been
stopped and the blade has stopped moving.
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Disconnect spark plug wire before doing any
maintenance.
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Replace parts if worn, damaged or faulty. For best
results, always replace with parts recommended by
the manufacturer.
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Do not dismantle the machine without releasing or
restraining forces which may cause parts to move
suddenly.
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Provide adequate support, e.g. jack stands for lifted
machine or parts if working beneath.
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
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Clean up spilled oil or fuel thoroughly.
• Replace faulty mufflers.
• To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine, muffler,
and fuel storage area free of grass, leaves, debris
buildup or grease.
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Never attempt to make adjustments while the
engine is running except for repairs or adjustments
as specifically noted, such as for carburetor
adjustment, where the engine must be running.
Keep hands and feet clear of moving parts in these
circumstances.
WARNING
Blades
Do not straighten or weld blades. Replace dam-
aged blades.
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When refueling or checking fuel level:
- Stop the engine and allow to cool;
- Do not smoke;
- Refuel outdoors only;
- Use a funnel;
- Do not overfill;
- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine until the spill is cleaned up and vapors
have cleared.
- Replace caps on fuel containers and tanks
securely.
Sparks from static electricity can start fires or
cause explosions. Flowing fuel can generate static
electricity. To prevent static electricity sparks:
- Keep containers electrically grounded. Do not fill
containers in a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed
with a plastic liner. Fill containers on the ground
away from the vehicle.
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When practical, remove petrol (gasoline)
powered equipment from the truck or trailer
and refuel it on the ground. If equipment must
be refueled on the truck or trailer, refuel from
a portable container rather than a dispenser
nozzle.
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Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening until fueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open
device.
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If fuel is spilled on clothing change it immediately.
STORAGE SAFETY
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Stop the engine and allow to cool before storing.
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Drain the fuel tank outdoors only.
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Store fuel in an approved container in a cool, dry
place.
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Keep the machine and fuel containers in a locked
storage place to prevent tampering and to keep
children from playing with them.
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Do not store the machine or fuel container near an
open flame, spark, or appliance, such as a water
heater, or a pilot light.
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Keep gasoline (petrol) storage area free of grass,
leaves and excessive grease to reduce fire haz
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ard.
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Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives,
mufflers and engine to help prevent fires.
SAFETY
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