GB - 6
Wear adequate safety gear, long sleeve shirts,
long pants and protective gloves.
Wear sturdy footwear. DO NOT operate
trimmer when barefoot or when wearing open
sandals or canvas shoes.
Always wear eye protection and appropriate
hearing protection when operating trimmer.
NEVER wear loose clothing, jewelry or long
hair that may get caught in rotating parts.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that
may be thrown from unit.
Keep children out of work area and under the
watchful care of an adult.
NEVER allow children to operate trimmer.
Turn the trimmer off if children enter the area.
NEVER direct discharge toward bystanders.
The operator is responsible for the safety of
bystanders.
NEVER operate after or during the use of
medication, drugs or alcohol. Complete and
unimpaired attention is required when
operating unit.
ALWAYS stand clear of discharge when
operating unit.
Do not operate trimmer on gravel or on loose
material such as sand. Stop trimmer when
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
Objects may be picked up and thrown, causing
damage or injury.
DO NOT touch parts which are hot. Allow
parts to cool.
Moving parts can cut or amputate fingers or a
hand.
Fumes from the engine exhaust can cause
death or serious injury. DO NOT run engine in
an enclosed area.
Operation
ACCIDENTAL ENGINE START UP or
UNAUTHORIZED USE could result in death or
serious injury.
Take all possible precautions when leaving
unit unattended. Shut off engine. Remove wire
from spark plug and secure it away from spark
plug.
NEVER use wire or wire-rope in place of the
cutting line. It can break off and become a
dangerous projectile. Use only flexible, non-
metallic line recommended by Ariens.
DO NOT pull trimmer backwards unless
absolutely necessary. Look down and back
before and while moving backwards. Keep a
firm footing.
ALWAYS keep trimmer head in contact with
the ground while operating.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
children and pets.
Stop trimmer if anyone enters the area.
Keep safety devices or guards in place and
functioning properly. NEVER modify or remove
safety devices. ALWAYS keep trimmer shield
in place. Keep equipment in good condition.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all
rotating parts during operation.
DO NOT trim at too fast a rate. DO NOT
change engine governor setting or over-speed
the engine.
ALWAYS operate unit when there is good
visibility and light.
Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects which
may obscure vision.
Do not operate trimmer in wet grass. Always
be sure of your footing. Keep a firm hold on
handlebar. Walk, never run.
If equipment vibrates abnormally, stop engine
immediately, wait for moving parts to stop and
remove wire from spark plug. Repair any
damage before restarting unit.
Avoid uneven work areas and any rough
terrain.
Be familiar with area of operation. Stay alert
for holes, rocks, roots, and hidden hazards in
area of operation. Keep away from drop-offs,
ditches or embankments. Operator could lose
footing or balance.
DO NOT operate trimmer unless trimmer
shield and trailing shield are installed. Objects
may be picked up and thrown causing damage
or personal injury.
DO NOT make cutting height adjustments
while the engine is running.
Hazardous Slopes
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. If you feel
uncomfortable on a slope, do not trim it.
NEVER leave unit unattended on a slope.
Chock wheels if parking on a slope.
Trim across the face of slopes, never up and
down. Be especially cautious when changing
direction on slopes.
Spark Arrestor
This product is equipped with an internal
combustion engine. DO NOT use on or near
any unimproved, forest or brush covered land
unless the exhaust system is equipped with a
spark arrestor meeting applicable local, state
or federal laws. A spark arrestor, if used, must
be maintained in effective working order by the
operator. See your Ariens Dealer or engine
manufacturer’s service center.
