General Safety Rules - Yardworks 60-3815-0 Owner's Manual

WARNING:
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all of the instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Become thoroughly
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familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment. Know how to stop the tiller and to disengage
controls quickly.
Do not operate a power tool in an explosive atmo-

sphere, such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks that may ignite
the dust or fumes.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should
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be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) that will be used
to charge the tiller. Outlets with built-in GFCI protection
are available, and may be used as an added safety
measure.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
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Water entering a power tool increases the risk of electric
shock.
Do not allow children to operate this tool. Do not allow
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adults to operate this tool without proper instruction.
Always wear safety glasses equipped with side shields.
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Everyday glasses only have impact resistant lenses.
They are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of an eye injury.
Wear long pants made from a heavy material, boots, and
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gloves. Avoid loose garments or jewellery that can get
caught in moving parts.
Do not operate this tool while barefoot or wearing
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sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear protective
footwear that will keep the feet safe and improve footing
on slippery surfaces.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Secure long hair so that it is above shoulder level, in
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order to prevent it from getting caught in moving parts.
Do not operate the tiller while under the influence of
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alcohol or drugs.
Do not put hands or feet near or under the tines.
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Exercise caution in order to avoid slipping or falling.
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Avoid accidental starting. Verify that the switch trigger is
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not engaged before plugging in the tool.
Never pick up or carry the tiller while the tines are turning
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or while the motor is running.
Keep the tool in good working condition.
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 Frequently check all nuts, bolts, and screws for proper
tightness in order to ensure that the tool is in safe work-
ing condition.
Keep the tiller free of grass, leaves, or grease, in order to
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reduce the risk of a fire.
Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on or off.
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Any tool that cannot be controlled using the switch is
dangerous, and must be repaired.
Disconnect the battery from the tool before making any
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adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Following these preventive safety measures reduces the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Unplug the tiller and verify that all moving parts have
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come to a complete stop before cleaning, repairing, or
inspecting the tool.
Never spray water directly into the motor compartment.
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Service on the tiller must be performed by qualified repair

personnel only. Service or maintenance that is performed
by unqualified personnel could result in injury to the user
or damage to the product.
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Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the
tiller. The use of unauthorized parts may create a risk of
serious injury to the user, and may cause damage to the
product.
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