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Figure 2
1. 10 feet (3m) Minimum
7. Do not remove the Trimmer fuel tank cap while the
engine is running, or right after stopping the engine.
8. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
9. Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing
the unit.
10. Store fuel and String Trimmer away from open flame,
sparks and excessive heat. Make sure fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters,
furnaces, electric motors, etc.
Power String Trimmer
Operating Safety
1. THIS STRING TRIMMER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURIES. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with all controls and the proper use of the String
Trimmer.
2. Inspect your work area before you begin. Remove
objects such as broken glass, nails, wire and rocks
which can become dangerous projectiles if thrown by
the Trimmer. Remove string, rope or similar materials
which can become entangled in the trimmer head.
3. This Trimmer will throw objects and cut. Keep
children, bystanders and animals outside a 50 ft. (15
m) radius from the operator and Trimmer (Fig. 3).
Beyond the 50 ft. (15 m) there still may be a risk of
injury to bystanders from thrown objects. It is
recommended that bystanders wear eye protection. A
thrown object can ricochet.
Figure 3
1. 50 ft. (15 m) Minimum
4. If you are approached while operating the Trimmer,
stop the engine and trimmer head rotation.
5. Never allow children to operate the Trimmer.
6. Use the Trimmer only in daylight or good artificial
light.
7. Never operate the Trimmer without proper guards or
other protective safety devices in place.
8. Always keep the Trimmer on the right side of your
body (Fig. 4).
Figure 4
9. Do not raise the trimmer head above waist level.
10. Keep all parts of your body away from the rotating
trimmer head and hot surfaces such as the muffler.
11. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
12. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the Trimmer
for any job that is not recommended by Toro.
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