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SAFETY
State and Local Requirements
The engine is
NOT
equipped with a
Spark Arrester System complying with
the requirements of SAE Recommended
Practice J335 and California Codes 4442
and 4443.
All national forest land and
land managed by the states of California,
Maine, Washington, Idaho, Minnesota,
New Jersey and Oregon require internal
combustion engines to be equipped with
a spark arrester screen by law. Other
states and federal agencies are enacting
similar regulations
.
Operating this engine in a state or locale
where such regulations apply, could result in
a violation of the law.
Note: When using a power unit for logging
purposes, refer to Code of Federal
Regulations, Parts 1910 and 1928.
WARNING: The ignition system
of your unit produces an
electromagnetic field of a very low
intensity. This field may interfere
with some pacemakers. To reduce
the risk of serious or fatal injury,
persons with pacemaker should
consult their physician and the
pacemaker manufacturer before
operating this tool.
WARNING: Muffler surfaces
are very hot during and after
operation of the power unit, keep
all body parts away from the
muffler. Serious burns may occur
if contact is made with the muffler.
WARNING: Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline
powered hand tools could cause
blood vessel or nerve damage
in the fingers, hands, and wrists
of people prone to circulation
disorders or abnormal swellings.
Prolonged use in cold weather
has been linked to blood vessel
damage in otherwise healthy
people. If symptoms occur such as
numbness, pain, loss of strength,
change in skin colour or texture,
or loss of feeling in the fingers,
hands, or wrists, discontinue the
use of this tool and seek medical
attention.
WARNING: The engine exhaust
from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive
harm.
Operate your power unit outdoors
only in a well ventilated area.
WARNING:
Under
no
circumstances may the design of
the machine be modified. Always
use genuine accessories. Non-
authorized modifications and/or
accessories can result in serious
personal injury or the death of
the operator or others. Your
warranty may not cover damage
or liability caused by the use of
non-authorized accessories or
replacement parts.
