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While Operating Trimmer
11. Always use the Trimmer in a sweeping motion from your right to your left. Cutting on left side and front of the trimmer
guard will throw debris away from you.
12. Do not force Trimmer. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was
designed.
DANGER
13. Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
14. After turning the Trimmer off, make sure the Trimmer line has stopped before the unit is set down.
CAUTION
Prolonged exposure to vibrations through use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage
in fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Extensive use in cold weather
has been linked to blood vessel damage 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 medical attention.
Fuel Safety
1. Mix and pour fuel outdoors WHERE THERE ARE NO SPARKS OR FLAMES.
2. Use a container approved for gasoline.
3. Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the Trimmer.
4. Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.
5. Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting engine.
6. Stop engine and allow to cool before removing fuel cap. Remove fuel cap slowly.
Maintenance & Storage of Trimmer
1. Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance.
2. Maintain Trimmer with care. Inspect Trimmer periodically. If Trimmer is not working properly or damaged, have it
repaired by a qualified service center.
3. Check for misalignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, broken parts, mounting, and any other condition that
may affect its operation.
4. Keep guards in place and in working order.
5. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified service center.
6. Use only genuine Southland® replacement parts and accessories. Use of any non-Southland® parts or accessories
could lead to injury, damage to the unit, and will void your warranty.
7. Do not remove or modify any parts. Removing or modifying parts could lead to injury, damage the Trimmer and will
void the warranty.
8. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
9. Allow engine to cool and empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting in vehicle. Use up remaining fuel in the
carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.
10. When not in use, store Trimmer indoors in a dry location. Store Trimmer above the reach of children or in a locked
area out of the reach of children.
11. Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors
or switches, furnaces, etc.
WARNING
