Task Force 21023 Operator's Manual page 5

SAFETY INFORMATION
For ALLGarden Tools
•Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use tool in damp or wet locations.
•Don't use in rain.
•Keep by standers and children away while operating.
•Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and
substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors.
•Avoid unintentional start-ups.
•Don't grasp the exposed cutting line when picking up or holding the tool.
•Don't force the tool. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
•Don't over reach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
•When not in use, tool should be stored indoors in dry, high, or a locked-up place-out of reach of children.
•Maintain tool with care. Keep cutting line clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury.
•Keep guards in place and in working order.
•Keep hands and feet away from cutting line.
•Always use eye protection.
For Grass Trimmers
•When lengthening new cutting line, be careful of the line cutter on the guard. It is sharp.
•NEVER fit metal cutting elements or blades.
•Keep ventilation openings clear of debris. Keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil and grease.
•Before using the grass trimmer, remove any stones, sticks, debris or objects that could become entangled or thrown by the
trimmer.
•DO NOT switch ON until the grass trimmer is in its normal operating position. Do not press the lock-OFF button or squeeze
the trigger while the grass trimmer is inverted.
•NEVER reach under the grass trimmer (the cutting line area) until it has completely stopped. The trimmer's cutting line
continues to rotate for 5 seconds after being switched OFF.
•During operation, ensure that there are no other persons or animals within a radius of 3'. Stop using the tool while people,
especially children, or pets are nearby.
•Keep the cutting head and motor clean to reduce the risk of injury.
•Use only the specified size and type of cutting line. Do not substitute.
For Battery Pack and Charger
To avoid serious injury, risk of fire, explosion and danger of electric shock or electrocution:
• DO NOT probe the charger with conductive materials. The charging terminals hold 120 V.
• If the battery pack case is cracked or damaged, DO NOT insert into the charger. Replace the battery pack.
• DO NOT charge these battery packs with any other type of charger.
• Charge only the grass trimmer battery pack provided.
• DO NOT allow liquid inside the charger.
• DO NOT try to use the charger for any other purpose than what is presented in this manual.
WARNING
If the battery fluid gets in your eyes, flush immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical
attention. Do not charge the battery pack inrain or in wet conditions. Do not immerse the tool, battery pack, or charger in
water or other liquid.
• Do not allow the battery pack or charger to over heat. If they are warm, allow them to cool down. Recharge only at room
temperature.
• Do not cover the ventilation slots on the top of the charger. Do not set the charger on a soft surface. Keep the ventilation
slots of the charger clear.
• Do not allow small metal items or material such as steel wool, aluminum foil, or other foreign particles into the charger
cavity.
• Unplug the charger before cleaning and when there is no battery pack in the cavity.
• Do not place the battery charger or the battery pack inthe sun or in a warm environment. Keep at normal room
temperature.
• Do not try to connect two chargers together.
• The battery pack cells may develop a small leak under extreme usage or temperature conditions. If the outer seal is
broken and the leakage gets on your skin:
– Use soap and water to wash immediately.
– Neutralize with lemon juice, vinegar, or other mild acid.
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