model no. 060-2370-2 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218
model no. 060-2370-2 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218
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Important Saf
ety Instructions
serious personal injury.
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Store idle appliances. When not in use, string trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry,
locked place out of the reach of children.
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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery, or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
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Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in moving parts.
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Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before inserting
battery pack. Carrying string trimmer with your finger on the switch or inserting the
battery pack into a string trimmer with the switch on invites accidents.
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Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection that complies with ANSi Z87.1.
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Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
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Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Contain long hair. Loose clothes, jewellery, or
long hair can be drawn into air vents.
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Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable support. Stable footing on a solid
surface enables better control of the string trimmer in unexpected situations.
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Do not use string trimmer if switch does not turn it on or off. A string trimmer that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
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Disconnect battery pack from string trimmer or place the switch in the locked or off
position before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the string
trimmer. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the string trimmer
accidentally.
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When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like: paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from
one terminal to another.
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Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.
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Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other
condition that may affect the string trimmer’s operation. if damaged, have the string
trimmer serviced before using. many accidents are caused by poorly maintained string
trimmers.
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Keep the string trimmer and its handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always
use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, or any strong solvents to clean your string trimmer. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic. 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.
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Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSi Z87.1 along
with hearing protection when operating this equipment.
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protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following this rule
will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
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protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
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Battery string trimmers do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they
are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your
battery-powered string trimmer or when changing accessories. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.