3.
Avoid using the Brushcutter near rocks, gravel,
stones and similar material which can become
dangerous projectives.
4.
Inspect your work area before you begin. Remove
objects such as broken glass; nails, wire and rocks
which can become dangerous projectiles if thrown
by the Trimmer/Brushcutter. Remove string, rope
or similar materials which can become entangled
in the cutting head.
5.
Keep children, bystanders and animals ouiside a
50
ft. (15 m) radius from the operator and
Trimmer/Brushcutter.
6.
If you are approached while operating the
Trimmer/Brushcutter, stop the engine and cutting
head rotation.
7.
Never allow children to operate the Trimmer/
Brushcutter.
8.
Use the Trimmer/Brushcutter only in daylight or
good artificial light.
9.
Never operate the Trimmer/Brushcutter without
proper guards or other proteciive safety devices in
place.
I 0. Always keep the Trimmer/Brushcutter on the right
side of your body.
11. Do not raise the cutting head above waist level.
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12. Do not put hands or feet near or under any rotating
parts. Keep clear at all times. Keep all parts of
your body away from the rotating cutting attach
ment and hot surfaces such as the muffler.
13. When cutting heavy brush or small trees, always
swing the Brushcutter from right to left to prevent
kick-back.
Direction of Swing
CORRECT
DANGER -
Kick-back
Zone
Direction of Swing
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INCORRECT
14. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
15. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the
Trimmer/Brushcutter for any job that is not rec
ommended by Maruyama.
