DSRM-200
SAFETY
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Operation
Careless operation, misuse, improper configuration or assembly, or use of unapproved cutting
heads and work attachments can result in serious or fatal injuries to operator and bystanders. Flying
debris can cause serious eye injury, loss of sight, or property damage. You must read, understand,
and follow all safety and operating instructions in this manual.
• ALWAYS maintain a minimum safety zone of 50 feet (15 meters) from where you are working. Don’t allow
others to enter the safety zone unless you have shut the unit off and the trimmer head has completely
stopped moving.
• ALWAYS clear the intended cutting/work area of debris such as wire, stones, wood, cans, broken glass,
and other objects which could be thrown, become entangled, or damage the cutting head.
• ALWAYS maintain a direct line of sight to the trimmer head and the area where trimming/work is being
performed. Be aware of what lies in the path of the trimmer head at all times.
• NEVER work in the dark or when visibility of the work area is poor.
• ALWAYS be alert for changes in operation that could signal a problem - sudden vibration and unusual
noise require immediate attention. Stop the unit and correct any problems before resuming cutting.
• NEVER carry unit around the work site while the trimmer head is rotating. ALWAYS let the trimmer head
stop before lifting the unit and moving to a new position.
• Keep debris flow directed away from operator to minimize risk of being struck and injured by flying debris.
Debris flows in direction of line head rotation at point of cutting contact. Change line head position as
needed to change debris flow.
• NEVER operate trimmer with cutter head above knee height - operation with the cutter head well above
ground level produces a higher debris flow, and can cause debris to strike you in the face.
• Contact with spinning nylon line will cause serious injury. Keep hands, feet, and all other body parts away
from cutter head.
• Always switch off the unit and remove the battery when transporting the unit.
