Weed Eater 2500 SERIES Instruction Manual page 3

change theequipment plug, extension
cord receptacle, orextension cord plug i n
any way.
• To reduce the risk ofelectrical shock, use
extension cords s pecifically marked as
suitable foroutdoor appliances. The
electrical rating ofthe cord m ust behigher
than t he rating ofthe unit. The cord m ust
bemarked with t he suffix '_#V-A" (in Cana-
da,
" W"). Make sure your extension cord
is in good condition. Inspect extension
cord before use and replace if damaged.
An undersized extension cord will cause
a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. If in doubt, use
the next heavier gauge. The smaller the
gauge number, the heavier the cord.
(NOTE: The correct size to be used de-
pending on the cord length is shown in
this manual. See SELECT AND EXTEN-
SION CORD in the ASSEMBLY section).
• Do not use multiple cords.
• Keep the extension cord clear of operator
and obstacles at all times.
• Tie cord to cord retainer and connect to
recessed plug as shown in this manual to
prevent damage to unit and/or extension
cord and to reduce the possibility of the
extension cord disconnecting from the
unit during operation.
• Do not attempt to repair unit. Inspect the
insulation and connectors on the unit and
extension cord before each use. If there
is any damage, do not use until damage
is repaired by your authorized service
dealer.
• Don't use the unit if the switch does not
turn the unit on and off properly. Have the
unit repaired by an authorized service
dealer.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the
switch is in the OFF position and keep
your hand and fingers away from the
switch while connecting the unit to the
power source or when carrying a unit
connected to the power source.
• Avoid any body contact with any
grounded conductor, such as metal
fences, or pipes, to avoid the possibility of
electric shock.
• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection should be provided on the cir-
cuit or outlet to be used for this unit. Re-
ceptacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
• Stop the motor immediately if you are ap-
proached.
DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUC-
TION
Your unit is double insulated to help protect
against electric shock. Double insulation
construction consists of two separate "lay-
ers" of electrical insulation instead of
grounding. Tools and appliances built with a
double insulation system are not intended
to be grounded. No grounding means is
provided on this unit, nor should a means
for grounding be added to this unit. As a re-
suit, the extension cord used with your unit
can be plugged into any standard 120 volt
electrical outlet.
Safety precautions must be observed when
operating any electrical tool. The double in-
sulation system only provides added pro-
tection against injury resulting from an inter-
nal electrical insulation failure.
AWARNING:
All electrical repairs to this unit, including
housing, switch, motor, etc., must be diag-
nosed and repaired by an authorized ser-
vice dealer. Replacement parts for a double
insulated appliance must be identical to the
parts they replace. A double insulated
appliance is marked with the words
"DOUBLE INSULATION" or "DOUBLE INSU-
LATED." The symbol (square within a
square) [] may also be marked on the ap-
pliance. Failure to have the unit repaired by
an authorized service dealer can cause the
double insulation construction to become
ineffective and result in serious injury.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
• Do not set the unit on any surface except
a clean, hard area while the unit is run-
ning. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust,
grass, etc., could be picked up by the air
intake and thrown out through the dis-
charge opening, damaging the unit, prop-
erty, or causing serious injury to bystand-
ers or operator.
• Do not overreach or use from unstable
surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep
slopes, rooftops, etc. Use extra care
when cleaning on stairways. Keep firm
footing and balance at all times. Keeps
hands out of tubes.
• Inspect the entire unit before each use for
worn, loose, missing, or damaged parts.
Do not use until the unit is in proper work-
ing order.
• This unit is double insulated. See the
DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUCTION
section. Have all internal service per-
formed by qualified service repair person-
nel to avoid creating a hazard or voiding
your warranty.