Briggs & Stratton 1696899 Operator's Manual page 3

Safety and Handling
WARNING
Do not operate the brush cutter attachment before reading
all Safety and Handling sections.
• Stay alert. Watch what you are doing when operating a
power tool. Do not operate the brush cutter under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication or when you
are tired or sick.
• Do not operate the brush cutter for any other purpose
except that for which it is intended.
• Use only manufacturer's genuine recommended
replacement parts and accessories.
Before using the brush cutter
• The operation of any power tool can result in foreign
objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses with side
shield. Always wear nonslip safety shoes, ear muffs and
gloves.
• Know the brush cutter controls and learn how to stop
operating the unit quickly in an emergency by releasing
the "ON / OFF" switch.
• Before using the brush cutter, make sure that the blade
assembly is not worn or damaged.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry or
long hair which can be caught in moving parts.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust. Power tools can create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light. Never
operate in bad weather, especially when there is a risk
of lightning.
• Keep your work area clean and well lit.
WARNING
Bystanders must be kept at least 50 ft (15 m) away from
cutting head during operation.
• Stop the machine immediatedly if approached.
• Be careful when turning or swinging the unit.
• Look before turning or changing direction.
Operating the brush cutter
• Walk with the brush cutter. Never run.
• To maintain full control of the brush cutter, keep a proper
footing at all times with your weight evenly balanced
over both feet and never over reach. Use both hands
when operating the brush cutter.
• Always keep the handle dry and free from oil and
grease.
• Do not force the brush cutter. Always use the correct
tool for your application.
• Do not use the brush cutter if the switch does not turn it
ON and OFF.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children.
Do not allow persons unfamilar with the power tool or
these instructions to operate the power tool.
WARNING
• Keep all body parts, especially hands away from moving
parts when the brush cutter is running.
• Always stop the brush cutter and remove battery if the
following conditions apply:
- before clearing any blockage.
- before assemblying, checking, cleaning or working on
the unit.
- whenever leaving the brush cutter unattended.
- If the unit becomes jammed.
WARNING
This tool is capable of throwing objects that could result in
serious injury.
• Inspect the work area and remove stones, pieces of
metal or other objects that could be thrown.
WARNING
Blade Thrust is a sudden movement of the cutting head
when it contacts an object , it can not cut through. Blade
Thrust can lead to a loss of control of the tool which could
result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.
• Use caution when cutting near solid objects such as
rocks, trees or posts.
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