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EDGING SAFETY
WARNING:
Inspect the area to be
edged before each use.
Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.)
which can be thrown by the blade or can wrap
around the shaft.
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Keep others including children, animals, by-
standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 me-
ters) away. Stop the unit immediately if you
are approached.
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Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach or stand on unstable surfaces.
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Always keep the wheel in contact with the
ground.
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Keep all parts of your body away from the
blade and muffler.
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Always push the unit slowly over the ground.
Stay alert for uneven sidewalks, holes in the
terrain, large roots, etc.
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Do not force the unit. Use only for jobs ex-
plained in this manual. Use only for edging.
Do not abuse unit. Do not use in rain or wet
locations.
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To reduce the risk of fire, do not allow exces-
sive grass, leaves, or grease to accumulate
on the attachment.
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Objects struck by the cutting member can
cause serious injuries to persons. The lawn
should always be carefully examined and
cleared of all objects prior to edging.
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Never operate without blade shield in place.
Allow blades to stop
before removing them
from the cut.
WARNING:
Blades can throw objects violently.
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You can be blinded or injured.
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Wear safety glasses and boots.
WARNING:
Hazard zone for thrown objects.
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Blades can throw objects violently.
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Others can be blinded or injured.
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Keep people and animals 50 feet
(15 m) away.
Boots
Blades move
momentarily
after the
trigger is
released.
WARNING:
Blades move momentarily after the
trigger is released.
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The blades can seriously cut you or
others.
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Allow blades to stop before
removing them from the cut.
Safety
Glasses
Thrown
Objects
Instruction
Manual
Safety Decals
WARNING:
Read Instruction Manual.
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Follow all warnings and instructions.
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Failure to do so can result in
serious injury.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
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Do not grasp or hold exposed blade.
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Stop powerhead before leaving work area.
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Allow powerhead and gearbox to cool before
storing or transporting it in a vehicle.
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Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from wa-
ter heaters, electric motors or switches, fur-
naces, etc.
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Store attachment so blade cannot accidental-
ly cause injury.
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Store attachment indoors, out of reach of
children.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow-
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people prone to circulation disorders
or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel dam-
age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek med-
ical attention. An anti-vibration system does
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
lems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi-
tion of this unit.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
