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SAFETY INFORMATION
WHILE OPERATING
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that meet current ANSI/ ISEA Z87.1 standards and are
marked as such.
Wear ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust
mask if the operation is dusty.
• Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves and a long sleeve shirt.
DO NOT wear loose clothing,
jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever pulling the starter rope.
The
operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting.
• Use the right tool.
Only use this tool for its intended purpose.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating.
Keep a firm grip on both handles or
grips.
• DO NOT overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance.
Take extra care when working
on stairs, steep slopes or inclines. To avoid serious injury, DO NOT operate the unit while on a
ladder or a roof.
• Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts.
DO NOT touch or try to stop moving
parts.
• DO NOT touch the engine or muffler.
These parts get extremely hot from operation, even after
the unit is turned off.
• DO NOT operate the unit faster than the speed needed to do the job.
DO NOT run the unit at
high speed when not in use.
• DO NOT force the unit. It will do a better, safer job when used at the intended rate.
• Always stop the unit when operation is delayed or when walking from one location to
another.
• Before setting the unit down, always MAKE SURE the motor is off and all moving parts
have stopped.
• If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the unit immediately and
check for damage.
DO NOT operate the unit before repairing damage. DO NOT operate the unit
with loose or damaged parts.
• Unplug the unit for maintenance or repair.
• Use only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement parts and accessories for
this unit.
Use of any other parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage
to the unit, and void the warranty.
• Keep the unit clean.
Carefully remove vegetation and other debris that could block moving parts.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep air vents free from grass, leaves or excessive grease.
• If the unit starts to vibrate abnormally, stop the unit immediately.
Inspect the unit for the
cause of the vibration. Vibration is generally an indicator of trouble.
fasteners are in place and secure. Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged in any
way. DO NOT operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
• Be aware of risk of injury to the head, hands and feet.
• Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit.
Remove rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
string and other objects that may be thrown or become entangled with the unit.
• Clear the area of children, bystanders and pets; keep them outside a 50-foot (15 m) radius,
at a minimum.
Even then, they are still at risk from thrown objects. Encourage bystanders to
wear eye protection. If you are approached, stop the unit immediately.
• This unit is intended for occasional, household use only.
