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The Properly Equipped Operator
Always
operate with both
hands firmly gripping the
unit.
Wear close-fitting clothing
to protect legs and arms.
Gloves offer added
protection and are strongly
recommended. Do not
wear clothing or jewelry
that could get caught in
machinery
or underbrush.
Secure hair so it is
above shoulder
level. NEVER
wear
shorts!
Wear hearing protection
devices and a broad-brimmed
hat or helmet.
Always
wear eye protection such
as goggles or safety glasses.
Keep away from the rotating
trimmer line at all times, and
never lift a moving attachment
above waist-high.
Wear appropriate footwear (non-skid
boots or shoes): do not wear open-
toed shoes or sandals.
Never operate
the unit while barefoot!
Keep a proper
footing and
do
not overreach
—
maintain your
balance at all times
during operation.
Always
make sure
the appropriate
cutting attachment
shield is correctly
installed and in
good condition.
Figure 1
ENGLISH
WARNING!
Use Good Judgment
ALWAYS
wear eye protection to
shield against thrown objects.
NEVER
run the engine when
transporting the
unit
.
NEVER
run the engine indoors!
Make sure there is always good
ventilation. Fumes from engine
exhaust can cause serious injury or
death.
ALWAYS
clear your work area of
trash or hidden debris that could
be thrown back at you or toward a
bystander.
ALWAYS
use the proper cutting tool
for the job.
ALWAYS
stop the engine
immediately if it suddenly begins to
vibrate or shake. Inspect for broken,
missing or improperly installed parts
or attachments.
NEVER
extend trimming line beyond
the length specified for your unit.
ALWAYS
keep the unit as clean
as practical. Keep it free of loose
vegetation, mud, etc.
ALWAYS
hold the
unit
firmly with
both hands when cutting or trimming,
and maintain control at all times.
ALWAYS
keep the handles clean.
ALWAYS
disconnect the spark plug
wire before performing any
maintenance work.
General Safety Instructions
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