Weed Eater 545212850 Instruction Manual page 5

S Inspect unit before each use for worn,
loose, missing or damaged parts. Do not
use until unit is in proper working order.
S Do not set unit on any surface except a
clean, hard area. Debris such as gravel,
sand, dust, grass, etc., could be picked up
by the air intake and thrown out through dis-
charge opening, damaging unit, property,
or causing serious injury to bystanders or
operator.
S Never place objects inside the blower tubes
or blower outlet. Always direct the blowing
debris away from people, animals, glass,
and solid objects such as trees, automo-
biles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause
rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to rico-
chet which can hurt people or animals,
break glass, or cause other damage.
S Check air intake opening and blower tubes
frequently, always with unit stopped and
power source disconnected. Keep vents
and discharge tubes free of debris which
can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.
S Never place any object in air intake opening
as this could restrict proper air flow and
cause damage to the unit.
S Never douse or squirt the unit with water or
any other liquid. Clean unit and labels with a
damp sponge. Keep handles dry, clean,
and free from oil and grease.
S Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-
ers, or other substances which may contain
toxic materials.
S To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf
or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,
ashtrays, etc.
CULTIVATOR SAFETY
DANGER:
RISK OF CUT. KEEP
HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM TINES AND
CUTTING AREA. Rotating tines can cause se-
rious injury. Do not attempt to clear away cut
material or hold material to be cut when the mo-
tor is running. Make sure powerhead is stopped
and disconnected from power source when re-
moving jammed material from the tines. Do not
grab or hold attachment by the tines.
WARNING:
Rotating tines can cause
serious injury. Keep away from rotating tines.
Stop the unit and disconnect the power source
before unclogging tines or making repairs.
WARNING:
Inspect the area to be
cultivated before starting the unit. Remove all
debris and hard and sharp objects such as
rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach or stand on unstable surfaces.
S Look behind and use care when backing
up.
S Keep all parts of your body away from the
tines.
S Never operate the cultivator without the tine
guard in place and properly secured.
S Keep the tines and guard clear of debris. Al-
ways wear gloves when servicing or clean-
ing the tines. The tines become very sharp
from use.
S Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that
might stop the tines. If heavy contact oc-
curs, stop the motor and inspect the unit for
damage.
S After striking a foreign object, stop the unit,
disconnect the power source and inspect
the cultivator for damage. Repair before re-
starting.
S Disconnect attachment from the drive mo-
tor before cleaning the tines with a hose and
water to remove any build- -up. Oil the tines
to prevent rust.
S Do not run unit at high speed unless cultiva-
ting.
EDGER SAFETY
WARNING:
Always use handlebar
when operating edger attachment. Attach han-
dlebar above arrow on safety label on the upper
shaft (motor end of unit). If your edger attach-
ment does not include a handlebar, a handlebar
accessory kit (#530071864) is available from
your authorized service dealer. Instructions for
assembling handlebar to your unit are included
in this kit.
DANGER:
RISK OF CUT. KEEP
HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM BLADE
AND CUTTING AREA. Do not attempt to clear
away cut material when the blade is in motion.
Make sure switch is in the off position and the
power source is disconnected when removing
jammed material from the cutting blade. Do not
grab or hold unit by the cutting blade.
WARNING:
Inspect the area to be
edged before each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which
can be thrown by the blade or can wrap
around the shaft.
WARNING:
Blade rotates momen-
tarily after the trigger is released. The blade
can seriously cut you or others. Allow blade to
stop before removing it from the cut.
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Handlebar