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2.
Never run the engine inside a closed
area.
3.
Never clean, or make adjustments or
repairs with the engine running. Discon-
nect the spark plug wire and keepthe
wire away from the plug to prevent acci-
dental starting. Remove key on electric
start models.
4.
Keepall nuts and bolts tight, espe-
cially the trimmer head attachment bolts,
and keepequipment in good condition.
Checkmounting hardware on trimmer
head every time you change trimmer line
and prior to each use.
5.
Nevertamper with safety devices.
Checktheir proper operation regularly.
6. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower
free of grass, leaves or other debris
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spills. Let
machine cool before storing.
7. After striking an object, stop the
engine and disconnect the spark plug
wire. Inspect the machine and repair, if
necessary, before restarting.
8.
Never make adjustments or repairs
while engine is running.
9.
Components subject to wear,
damage and deterioration could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown. Frequentlycheck components
and replacewith factory recommended
parts, when necessary. Regularly inspect
the trimmer head and debris shield.
Make sure they are not bent, damaged, or
loose.
10. Only use eighteen-inch long .130" or
.155" diameter trimmer line. Never use
other lengths,diameters or material as
trimmer line.
11. Trimmer line moves at high speed
and can cut. Always stop the engine and
let all moving parts stop before replacing
the trimmer lines. Let the engine cool.
12. Do not changethe engine governor
setting or overspeed the engine. The
governor controls maximum safe oper-
ating speed and protects the engine and
all moving parts from damage caused by
overspeed. Authorized service shall be
sought if a problem exists.
13. Do not touch engine parts which may
be hot from operation. Allow parts to
cool completely before inspecting,
cleaningor repairing the unit.
14. Maintain or replace safety and
instructional decals. Refer to the Parts
List for replacementdecal information.
15. Use only original-equipment replace-
ment parts. Parts manufactured by
others could present safety hazardsand
affect performance eventhough they may
fit on this machine.
16. Remember - the end of the season is
a good time to inspect equipment prior to
storage.
17. To guard against engine overheating,
always keepthe engine debris guard
mounted and clean.
18. For units equipped with electric start:
a) Batteries produce explosive gases.
Keepsparks, flame, cigarettes,
etc., away. Ventilate area when
charging battery. Do not charge
battery in an airtight space.
b) Do not use a battery charger other
than the one provided with the
unit.
c)
d)
e)
The battery contains toxic mate-
rials. Do not damage the battery
case. If the case is broken or dam-
aged, avoid contact with the bat-
tery contents.
Properly dispose of a damagedor
worn out battery. Checkwith local
authorities for proper disposal
methods.
Do not short circuit the battery.
Severeburns and fire can result.
SAFETY DECALS
Foryour safety and the safety of others,
various safety and operational decals are
located on your unit (see below).
At front of deck
Keepthe decals clean and legible at all
times. Contact your local service dealer or
the factory for replacements if any decals
are damagedor missing.
Refer to the Parts List in this manual for
decal locations, part numbers and
ordering instructions.
On left
On right
handlebar
handlebar
On engine, above muffler
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