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4.4 Precautions for Operation
When operating the edger, observe the following as well as “1.2 General Precautions”.
■ General
● The edger is not insulated against electric shock. Have a person qualified for electric work remove wires
and cables. If there are still wires or cables not removable, do not operate the edger.
● Do not cut any materials other than grass and shrubs.
● If bystanders and pets are approached during operation, stop the operation immediately.
There is a risk of injury to bystanders and pets being hit by blades bounced back in an unexpected
direction .
● There is still a risk of injury by thrown object even if bystanders keep a distance of 50 ft (15 m) or more.
They should be encouraged to wear eye protection.
● Always stop the engine when leaving the edger.
● Keep the blade from hitting hard materials such as rocks, tree stub and pillars etc.
● Avoid stones and stumps. They could bounce back, or the blade edge and stones, etc. could be
scattered, resulting in injury.
■ Check the Edger
● Make sure that the blade guard is securely installed in appropriate position before starting the operation.
● Make sure that an appropriate blade guard is installed.
■ Check the Work Area
● Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string, which can be thrown or become
entangled in the blade in the work area before starting operation. Pay attention when operating the
edger near fences or poles.
● Keep away from fences, edges, cliffs and hard objects.
● Take extreme care when operating in a slippery location/environment. Also watch out for rough ground,
stumps, roots, ditches or holes which could cause you to trip or stumble. Do not use the edger when it is
raining.
● To prevent fire, do not use the edger in a place where there are flammable liquids .