Important Safety Instructions - PRO-PULSE N1F-GT-250/3.0-C Operator's Manual

(A) Tie cord as shown
(B) Connect plug and receptacle
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

B. FOR ALL APPLIANCES
1) Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don't use appliances in damp or wet locations.
2) Don't Use In Rain.
3) Keep all other people, including children, pet and bystanders outside the
15meters hazard zone, stop the trimmer immediately if you are approached.
4) Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught
in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
5) Wear eye protection. – Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
6) Use Right Appliance – Do not use appliance for any job except that for which
it is intended.
7) Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on
the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the gardening appliance. Receptacles
are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure
of safety.
8) Warning – To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only with an extension
cord intended for outdoor use, such as an extension cord of cord type SW-A,
SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A. or SJTOW-A.
9) Extension Cord – Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. 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.
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
Extension Cord Gauge Chart
Length of Cord Gauge
25 Ft. (7.5 m) 18 Gauge
50 Ft. (15 m) 16 Gauge
100 Ft. (30 m) 16 Gauge
To reduce the risk of disconnection of appliance cord from the extension cord
during operating:
i) Make a knot as shown in Figure 1;
ii) Use one of the plug-receptacle retaining straps or connectors described
in this manual.
10) Avoid Unintentional Starting – Don't carry plugged-in appliance with finger
on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
11) Handle cord carefully – Never carry appliance by cord or yank it to
disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
12) Don't Force Appliance – It will do the job better and with less likelihood of
a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
13) Don't Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14) Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not
operate appliance when you are tired.
15) Disconnect Appliance – Disconnect the appliance from the power supply
when not in use, before servicing, when changing accessories such as
blades, and the like.
16) Keep guards in place and in working order.
17) Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read this manual carefully prior to operating the grass trimmer. It contains
important safety, maintenance and operating instructions. Read these
instructions thoroughly even if you are already familiar with trimmer use.
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