SAFETY RULES
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2.
Never run an engine indoors or inside a
closed area.
3.
Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine running. Disconnect the
spark plug wire, and keep the wire away
from the plug to prevent accidental start-
ing. Always wear eye protection when
you make adjustments or repairs.
4.
Check the trimmer head and engine
mounting bolts at frequent intervals for
proper tightness.
5.
Keep all nuts and bolts tight and keep
equipment in good condition. Check
mounting hardware on trimmer head ev-
ery time you change trimmer line and
prior to each use.
6.
Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
7.
When servicing or repairing the ma-
chine, do not tip the machine over or up
unless specifically instructed to do so in
this Manual. Service and repair proce-
dures can be done with the machine in
an upright position. Some procedures
will be easier if the machine is lifted on a
raised platform or working surface.
8.
To reduce fire hazard, keep machine
free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build
−
up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage.
Allow machine to cool before storing.
9.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary, be-
fore restarting.
10. Always disconnect spark plug wire be-
fore cleaning, repairing, or adjusting.
11. Do not change the engine governor set-
ting or over
−
speed the engine.
12. Clean and replace safety and instruction
decals as necessary.
13. To guard against engine over
−
heating,
always have engine debris filter
mounted and clean.
14. Inspect machine before storage.
15. Use only original equipment or autho-
rised replacement parts.
16. Never replace the cutting lines with met-
al parts.
