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SAFETY
Section
1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
The Owner/Operator's manual uses this symbol to alert
you of potential hazards. Whenever you see this symbol,
read and obey the safety message that follows it. Failure
to obey the safety message could result in personal injury,
death or property damage.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
1.2 FIRE HAZARD INFORMATION
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that
can start fires around dry vegetation. This unit may be
equipped with a spark arrester to prevent discharge of
hot particles from the engine. The spark arrester may be
a standard or an optional part, depending on the engine
type. In some areas, it is illegal to
operate an engine without a spark
arrester. Check local, state, and federal
laws and regulations. A spark arrester
is available from authorized servicing
dealers.
The engine on your power equipment,
like most outdoor power equipment,
is an internal combustion engine that burns gasoline
or diesel fuel (hydrocarbons). If operating your power
equipment in affected areas, it must be equipped with a
spark arrestor in continuous effective working order. The
spark arrestor must be attached to the engine exhaust
system in such a manner that flames or heat from the
system will not ignite flammable material.
Failure of the owner/operator of the equipment to comply
with federal, state, and local laws may subject him or her
to fines and/or other penalties. Contact your local fire
marshal or forest service for specific information about
which regulations apply in your area.
The standard muffler installed on the engine is spark
arrestor capable. Spark arrestors require regular
maintenance. See the Service & Maintenance section of
this manual for more information.
Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations
regarding fire prevention requirements.
1.3 BEFORE OPERATING
1. Read and understand this owner's manual. Be
completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this equipment.
2. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and
operating decals on this equipment and on any of its
attachments or accessories.
3. Keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace
missing or illegible safety decals.
4. Obtain and wear safety glasses
and use hearing protection at all
times when operating this machine.
5. Avoid wearing loose fitted clothing.
Never operate this machine while
wearing clothing with drawstrings that could wrap
around or get caught in the machine.
6. Do not operate this machine if you are under the
influence of alcohol, medications, or substances that
can affect your vision, balance or judgement. Do not
operate if tired or ill. You must be in good health to
operate this machine safely.
7. Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of
bystanders. Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, particularly small children.
It is recommended that bystanders
keep at least 50 feet (15 meters)
away from the area of operation.
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