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SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
When using gardening ap-
pliances, basic safety precautions should al-
ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and
serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.
This power unit can be dangerous!
Operator
is responsible for following unit and manual
instructions and warnings. Read entire in-
struction manual before using unit! Be thor-
oughly familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit
to persons who read, understand, and follow
unit and manual instructions and warnings.
Never allow children to operate this unit.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
DANGER:
Never use blades, wire or
flailing devices. Unit is designed for line trim-
mer use only. Use of any other accessories or
attachments will increase the risk of injury.
WARNING:
Trimmer line throws ob-
jects violently. You and others can be blinded/
injured. Wear safety glasses and leg protec-
tion. Keep body parts clear of rotating line.
Safety Glasses or similar eye protection
Boots
50 ft.
(15 m)
HAZARD ZONE
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet
(15 meters) away. If approached stop unit im-
mediately. If situations occur which are not cov-
ered in this manual, use care and good judge-
ment.
If you need assistance, contact your authorized
service dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.
OPERATOR SAFETY
S
Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses
or similar eye protection when operating, or
performing maintenance, on your unit (safety
glasses are available). Eye protection should
be marked Z87.
S
Always wear face or dust mask if operation is
dusty.
S
Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,
boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards
is recommended.
S
Always wear foot protection. Do not go bare-
foot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning
line.
S
Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or
remove loose clothing or clothing with loosely
hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can
be caught in moving parts.
S
Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown
by spinning line.
S
Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit when you
are tired, ill, upset or under the influence of al-
cohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you
are doing; use common sense.
S
Wear hearing protection.
S
Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
S
Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
DANGER:
Never start the engine with
the clutch shroud removed. The clutch will fly
apart and cause serious injury.
S
Turn engine off and disconnect spark plug be-
fore performing maintenance except carbure-
tor adjustments.
S
Inspect unit before use. Look for and replace
damaged or loose parts before each use.
Make sure all handles, guards, and fasteners
are in place and securely fastened. Look for
and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep in good
working condition.
S
Replace trimmer head that is chipped,
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way before using the unit.
S
Maintain unit according to recommended pro-
cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.
S
Use only 0.115
″
diameter (3 mm) WEED
EATER brand cut length line (see RE-
PLACING THE LINE). Never use wire,
rope, string, etc.
S
Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
S
Make carburetor adjustments with lower
end supported to prevent line from contact-
ing any object.
S
Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S
Use only recommended WEED EATER
accessories and replacement parts.
S
Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performed by an autho-
rized service dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
S
Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
S
Keep away from sparks or flames.
S
Use a container approved for fuel.
S
Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the unit.
S
Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.
S
Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fueling site before starting engine.
