Before Operation - Honda HHT35S Owner's Manual

Quick-Release Latch
The shoulder harnesses supplied with these trimmers are equipped
with a quick-release latch.
Pull the latch tab upward to detach the trimmer from the harness.
Insert the latch tongue in the slot of the quick-release latch to reattach
the trimmer to the harness.
Safety Glasses
Safety glasses or goggles that comply with ANSI (American National
Standards Institute) standard Z87.1 must be worn by the operator of
any Honda trimmer/brush cutter. The safety glasses supplied with
each new Honda HHT25S and HHT35S trimmer/brush cutter comply
with this ANSI standard.
SAFETY GLASSES (ANSI Z87.1)

BEFORE OPERATION

ARE YOU READY TO OPERATE THE TRIMMER?
Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will
significantly reduce your risk of injury.
Knowledge
Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and
how to operate them.
Familiarize yourself with the trimmer and its operation before you
begin to use it. Know what to do in case of emergencies.
Physical and Mental Readiness
You must be alert and in good physical condition to operate the
trimmer. Do not operate the trimmer if you are tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, medication, or any substance that might impair
your vision, dexterity, or judgment.
If you have any physical problem that may be aggravated by
strenuous work, consult your physician before operating the trimmer.
Protective Clothing
Wearing protective clothing will reduce your risk of injury. Do not wear
loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Secure
hair so it is above shoulder level.
LATCH TAB
QUICK-RELEASE LATCH
Eye, Face, and Head Protection
Always wear safety glasses or goggles that comply with ANSI
standard Z87.1 to protect your eyes from thrown objects. Prescription
glasses may be worn under the safety glasses or goggles.
A helmet with a face shield is recommended for further protection.
However, safety glasses or goggles should always be worn under the
face shield. Do not rely on a face shield alone to protect your eyes.
Wearing a dust mask will help to reduce the amount of pollen and dust
inhaled.
Hearing Protection
Hearing protectors will help to protect your ears from noise.
Earmuff-style hearing protectors can also protect your ears from
thrown objects.
Hand and Body Protection
Wear gloves, a long-sleeved shirt, and long pants made of heavy
material. Clothing should fit closely but allow freedom of movement,
and should have no strings, straps, etc. that could catch on brush or
the trimmer. Keep clothing fastened.
Foot Protection
Wear sturdy work boots with good toe protection and nonslip soles.
IS YOUR WORKING AREA READY?
Objects thrown by the trimmer can cause serious injury. Before
operating the trimmer, carefully inspect the area and remove all
objects that could be thrown by, or entangled in, the cutting
attachment, such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string.
Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. Keep all children,
bystanders, and pets at least 50 feet (15 meters) away from where the
trimmer is being operated.
Even outside a 50-foot (15-meter) radius of the trimmer, there may be
a risk of injury from thrown objects, so bystanders should be
encouraged to wear eye protection.
If anyone approaches you while you are operating the trimmer,
release the throttle trigger and stop the engine.
IS YOUR TRIMMER READY TO GO?
For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it
is very important to take a few moments before you operate the
trimmer to check its condition. Be sure to take care of any problem
you find, or have your servicing dealer correct it, before you operate
the trimmer.
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WARNING
Improperly maintaining this trimmer, or
failing to correct a problem before operation,
could cause a malfunction in which you
could be seriously injured.
Always perform a preoperation inspection
before each operation, and correct any
problem.
Safety Inspection
• Look around the engine for signs of oil or gasoline leaks. Wipe up
any spills before starting the engine.
• Replace any damaged parts.
• Check that all fasteners are in place and secure. Tighten as
necessary.
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