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Safety Instructions
The warning system in This manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that help you and
others avoid personal injury, even death.
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and
are signal words to identify the level of hazard.
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signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions
are not followed.
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signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are not
followed.
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signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if the recommended precautions are not
followed. Two other words are also used to highlight information. “Important” calls attention to
special mechanical information and “Note” emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
Operator Safety
1. Read and understand this Manual before using the Trimmer/ Brushcutter. Be thoroughly familiar with the proper
use of this Trimmer/ Brushcutter.
2. Always wear eye protection and hearing protection.
3. Always wear heavy long pants, a long sleeved shirt, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing,
jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.
4. Never operate this Trimmer/ Brushcutter when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication.
5. Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can cause death.
6. Keep the grip of handles clean of oil, fuel and dirt.
Trimmer/ Brushcutter Safety
1.Shut off the engine and be certain the cutting attachment has completely stopped rotating before inverting the
Trimmer/ Brushcutter, performing maintenance on or working on the machine.
2. Make sure the Trimmer/ Brushcutter is assembled correctly and that the cutting attachment is correctly installed
and securely fastened as instructed in the Assembly section.
3.Inspect the Trimmer/ Brushcutter before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all
fasteners are in place and tightened securely. Follow the maintenance instructions beginning on page 20.
4. Make sure the cutting attachment does not rotate at engine idle speed. Refer to Idle Speed Adjustment, page 15.
5.Inspect the cutting attachment and replace any parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged before using
the Trimmer/ Brushcutter.
6. Make sure the cutting attachment blade is installed and positioned correctly before using the Trimmer/
Brushcutter.
7. Never use a cutting attachment or replacement parts that are not approved by PLP.
8. Maintain the Trimmer/ Brushcutter according to the recommended maintenance intervals and procedures
in the Maintenance section beginning on page 20.
9. If running problems or excessive vibration occur, stop immediately and inspect the unit for the cause. If the cause
cannot be determined or is beyond your ability to correct, return the Trimmer/ Brushcutter to your servicing PLP
dealer for repair.
CAUTION
WARNING
DANGER
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION