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SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
When using gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire
and serious injury.
Read and follow all
instructions.
This power unit can be dangerous!
Operator
is responsible for following unit and manual
instructions and warnings.
Read entire
Operator’s Manual before using unit! Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this
unit to persons who read, understand, and
follow unit and manual instructions and
warnings. Never allow children to operate
this unit.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
OPERATORS
MANUAL
DANGER:
Never use blade, wire or
flailing devices. This unit is designed for line
trimmer use only.
Use of any other
accessories or attachments will increase the
risk of injury.
WARNING:
Trimmer line throws
objects violently. You and others can be
blinded/injured. Wear safety glasses and leg
protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating
line.
HAZARD
ZONE
Safety glasses or similar eye protection
Boots
50 ft.
(15 m)
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50
feet (15 meters) away. If approached, stop
unit immediately.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, contact your an
authorized
service
dealer
or
call
1--800--554--6723.
OPERATOR SAFETY
S
Dress properly.
Always wear safety
glasses or similar eye protection when
operating, or performing maintenance, on
your unit (safety glasses are available).
Eye
protection
should
meet
the
requirements of ANSI Z87.1.
S
Always wear face or dust mask if operation
is dusty.
S
Always wear heavy, long pants, long
sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety
leg guards is recommended.
S
Always wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of
spinning line.
S
Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure
or remove loose clothing or clothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
S
Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
S
Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit when
you are tired, ill, or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what
you are doing; use common sense.
S
Wear hearing protection.
S
Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
S
Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
S
Disconnect
the
spark
plug
before
performing
maintenance
(except
carburetor adjustments).
S
Look for and replace damaged or loose
parts before each use. Look for and repair
fuel leaks before use.
Keep in good
working condition.
S
Replace trimmer head parts that are
chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in
any other way before using the unit.
S
Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures. Keep cutting line at proper
length.
S
Use only 0.080” (2 mm) diameter Weed
Eater
!
brand line. Never use wire, rope,
string, etc.
S
Install required shield properly before using
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;
make sure it is properly installed and
securely fastened.
S
Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
S
Make carburetor adjustments with lower
end supported to prevent line from
contacting any object.
S
Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S
Use only recommended Weed Eater
!
accessories and replacement parts.
S
Have all maintenance and service not
explained in this manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
S
Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
S
Keep away from sparks or flames.
S
Use a container approved for fuel.
