Powersmart PS8208, Instruction Manual

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your string trimmer works.
SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .
WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read this instruction manual for safety,
operation and maintenance instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
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Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.
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Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
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Do not handle plug or tool with wet hands.
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Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without
proper instruction.
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Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses.
They are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury. Use face mask if
operation is dusty.
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Wear eye protection when operating this product. Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
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Do not expose to rain, store indoors.
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Do not operate in poor lighting.
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Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
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Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all body parts away from openings and moving parts.
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Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Avoid loose garments and jewelry that could get caught
in moving parts of the machine or its motor.
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Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
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Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight
footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery
surfaces.
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Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance.
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Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
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Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch
is dangerous and must be repaired.
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Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.
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Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
medication.