Safety & International Symbols - Craftsman WEEDWACKER 316.791201 Operator's Manual

• Always mix and add fuel inaclean, well-ventilated outdoor area w here
there a re nosparks orflames. Do not s moke.
• Never operate the unit w ithout the fuel c ap securely inplace.
• Avoid c reating asource ofignition forspilled fuel. Wipe u pany spilled fuel
from the unit i mmediately before starting the engine. Move the unit a tleast
30feet ( 9.1 m ) f rom the fueling source and site before starting the engine.
Do not s moke.
• Never start orrun the unit inside aclosed room orbuilding. Breathing exhaust
fumes can kill. O nly operate this unit i nawell-ventilated outdoor area.
• Check the unit f or f uel l eaks.
Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly torelieve any pressure inthe tank.
• Never store t he unit w ith fuel inthe tank, inside abuilding where fumes
may r each anopen f lame ( pilot lights, etc.) orsparks (switches, electrical
motors, etc.).
To reduce fire hazard, replace afaulty m uffler and spark arrestor. Keep t he
engine and muffler free from grass, leaves, excessive grease orcarbon
build up.
Avoid accidental starting. Be inthe starting position whenever pulling the
starter rope. The o perator and unit m ust beinastable position while s tarting.
Do not t ouch t he engine, gear h ousing ormuffler. These parts g et
extremely hot f rom operation, even a fter t he unit i sturned off.
Turn t he engine tooffand disconnect the spark p lug f ormaintenance or
repair.
TRIMMER SAFETY
The trimmer attachment shield must always be in place while operating
the unit. Do not operate unit without both trimming lines extended, and
the proper line installed. Do not extend the trimming line beyond the
length of the shield.
Adjust the D-handle that provides the best possible grip.
Be sure the trimmer attachment is not in contact with anything before
starting the unit.
Use only Hassle Free
TM
XTRA QUIET Spiral Line replacement line. Never
use metal-reinforced line, wire, chain or rope. These can break off and
become dangerous projectiles.
• Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They may become
lodged between the trimmer attachment and shield.
Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts. Do not touch or
try to stop the trimmer attachment when it rotates.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• SAFETY & INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS •
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for
complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.
SYMBOL SYMBOL MEANING
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