SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
FUEL SAFETY
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Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
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Use an approved container.
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Check fuel supply before each use, allowing space for
expansion as the heat of the engine and/or sun can cause
fuel to expand.
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Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel
tank indoors.
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Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running.
Allow engine to cool before refueling.
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Do not smoke while refueling.
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After refueling, replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.
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Never store fuel or trimmer with fuel in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame.
STORAGE SAFETY
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Always refer to the operator’s manual instructions for
important details if the trimmer is to be stored for an
extended period.
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Never store the trimmer with fuel in the fuel tank inside a
building where ignition sources are present such as water
heaters, space heaters, clothes dryers, etc.
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To reduce fire hazard, keep trimmer free of grass, leaves,
or other debris build-up.
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Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
REPAIR, MAINTAINANCE, AND ADJUSTMENT
SAFETY
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After striking a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove
the wire from the spark plug and keep the wire away from
the plug to prevent accidental starting. Thoroughly inspect
the trimmer for any damage. If damaged, have the
equipment repaired by a trained technician before
restarting and operating.
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Stop the engine before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting
the unit. Make sure all moving parts have stopped. Let
the engine cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and move
it away from the spark plug.
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Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine
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is running except when specifically recommended by the
manufacturer.
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Keep the trimmer in safe working condition. Check all
fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness.
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When servicing or repairing the trimmer, do not tip the
machine over or up unless specifically instructed to do so
in this Manual. Service and repair procedures can be
done with the trimmer in an upright position. Some
procedures will be easier if the machine is lifted on a
raised platform or working surface.
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Use only original equipment or authorized replacement
parts.
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Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
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Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed
engine.
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Clean and replace safety and instruction decals as
necessary.
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To guard against engine over-heating, always have engine
debris filter mounted and clean.
CHILDREN SAFETY
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Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the
trimmer and the trimming activity.
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Keep children out of the trimming area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult.
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Never assume that children will remain where you last saw
them.
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Be alert and turn trimmer off if children enter the area.
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Before and while moving backwards, look behind and
down for small children.
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Never allow children to operate the trimmer.
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Use extra care when operating near blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obstruct vision.
