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15m (50ft.)
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Fuel safety
1. Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled and stored carefully. Use a container approved
for fuel for storing gasoline.
2. Pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames.
3. Do not smoke near fuel or Trimmer, or while using the Trimmer.
4. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling upper fuel level of the tank (see HONDA ENGINES Owner’
Manual).
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
6. Move the Trimmer at least 3m away from the fueling location before starting the engine.
7. Do not remove the Trimmer fuel tank cap immediately after stopping the engine.
8. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
9. Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing the unit.
10. Store fuel and Trimmer away from open flame, sparks and excessive heat. Make sure fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, furnaces, electric motors, etc.
Trimmer Operating safety
1. THIS TRIMMER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with all controls and the proper use of the Trimmer.
2. Never allow children to operate the Trimmer. It is not a toy. Never allow adults to operate the unit
without first reading this Operator’s Manual.
3. Avoid using the Trimmer near rocks, gravel, stones and similar material that would cause harmful
missiles.
4. Keep children, bystanders and animals outside
a15m (50ft.) radius from the operator and
Trimmer.
5. If you are approached while operating the
Trimmer, stop the engine and cutting attachment
rotation.
6. Use the Trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.
7. Never operate the Trimmer without proper guards in place.
8. 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 attachment and hot surfaces such as the muffler.
9. Keep a firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
10. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the Trimmer for any job that is not recommended by PLP.