Safety Instructions; Work Area Safety; Personal Safety; Tool Use And Care Safety - Craftsman Weedwacker 172.74815 Operator's Manual

_NARNING: if correctly used, this cordless trimmer is an easy to handle and
efficient tool; if used improperly or without the due precautions it could become a
dangerous tool. For pleasant and safe work, ALWAYS strictly comply with the safety
rules that are contained in this manual.
/!X WARNING:
BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this manual
before using this cordless trimmer. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Z_ VVARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, DO NOT install
battery pack into this trimmer until the following instructions have been read and
understood.
WORK AREA SAFETY
1. ALWAYS avoid dangerous conditions. DO NOT use in wet or damp areas or
expose to rain.
2. DO NOT operate in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Electric
tools create sparks which may ignite dust or fumes.
3. ALWAYS keep bystanders and visitors at a safe distance while operating
a trimmer. NEVER allow children near the tool. Flying objects can injure anyone
in the area.
4. CHILDPROOF your tools with padlocks and master switches. Lock tools away when
not in use. This trimmer is not a toy.
5. DO NOT use trimmer at night. ALWAYS make sure you have adequate lighting.
6. BEFORE using the trimmer, remove any stones, sticks, debris or objects that could
be entangled in or thrown by the trimmer.
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PERSONAL SAFETY
Z_ WARNiNG:The operation of any trimmer can result in FOREIGN OBJECTS
BEING THROWN, which can result in personal injury or property damage.
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ALWAYS use proper safety equipment.
1. KNOW your tool. Read the operator's manual carefully. Learn the cordless trimmer's
applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
2. STAY ALERT, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating this tool.
3. DO NOT use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating this tool may result in serious personal injury.
4. DRESS properly. Wear rubber gloves and substantial rubber soled footwear when
working outdoors. DO NOT operate lawn and garden tools when barefoot or wearing
open sandals. Wear long pants and long sleeves to protect your legs and arms.
Trimmers can pick up objects such as rocks and send them flying at fast speeds.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothing or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
PERSONAL SAFETY cont.
5. USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields or full face shield, proper work shoes with rubber non-slip soles, heavy-duty
non-slip rubber gloves and dust mask or respirator and hearing protection. Hard
hat should be used for appropriate conditions.
6. DO NOT overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and
balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY
/_ WARNING:
BE SURE to read and understand all instructions before |
operating this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
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electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
1. DO NOT use the tool if switch does not turn it "On" or "Off". Any tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
2. DISCONNECT the battery before making any adjustments, changing cutting line,
or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
3. STORE idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Children
MUST NOT operate the tool. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
4. MAINTAIN tools with care. ALWAYS keep cutting tools clean and in good working order.
5. CHECK for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other
condition that may affect the tool's operation, if damaged, have the tool serviced
before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
6. USE ONLY cutting line that is recommended for this trimmer. Cutting line that may be
suitable for one trimmer may become hazardous when used on another trimmer.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
i _ WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions before
operating this cordless trimmer, Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be
recharged only with the specified charging stand for the battery pack. A charger
that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery,
1. Use battery operated tool only with specifically designated battery pack. Use of
any other batteries may create a risk of fire.
2. Use battery pack only with charging stand listed.
MODEL CHARGING STAND BATTERY PACK
71-74815 CGT 183UA-48 (C1817A005) CGT 183 UA-42 (WA3127)