Work Area Safety; Personal Safety - Craftsman 172.79183 Operator's Manual

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WARNING:
if cOrrectly used, this electric Edger is an easy to handle and
efficient tool; if used improperlyor without the dueprecautions it could become a
dangerous toot. For pleasantand safe work, ALWAYSstrictly comply with the safety
rules that are contained in this manual. •
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Z_ WAR NING: BE SURE to read and understandall instructions in this manual, i
before using.this electric Edger. Failure-tofollow all Instructions listed below may |
result _ electric shock, fire andlor seriouspersonal injury. 1
/IX WARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, DO NOT plug 1
in;this tool until the following instructions have been mad and u_derst0od,
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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. EleCtiiC"
tools create sparkswhich may ignitedust or fumes.
3. ALWAYS keep bystanders and visitors at a safe distance whileop_ratihg
an Edger. NEVER allow children near the tool.Flying objects can injure anyotie
in the area,
4. CHILDPROOF your tools with padlocksand masterswitches. Lock tools away when
not in use. This Edger is n_t a toy.
5. DO NOT use the Edger withoutadequate lighting. = ALWAYS makesure that you can
see what you are edging.
6. BEFORE usingthe Edger, rembve any sto_es, sticks, debris or 0bjectSthat could
be entangtedin or thrown bythe Edger.
PERSONAL SAFETY
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i A_ WARNING:
The operatibn of any Edger can result in FOREIGN OBJECTS 1
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BEING THROWN, which can result in personai injury or proPerty damage.
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I ALWAYS use proper safety equipment,
1. KNOW your tool. Read the operator'smanual_arefully: Learn the electricEdger's
applications and limitations, as Wellas the specificpotentialhazardsrelated tothistool.
2. STAYALERT, watchwhatyou are=doingand usecommonsense when operatingthistool.
3. DO NOT use tool while tired or underthe influenceof drugs,alcoholor medication.
A momentof inattention whileoperatingthistoolmay result in seriouspersonatinju_J.
4. DRESS properly. Wear rubberglovesandsubstantialrubbersoledfootwear when
workingoutdoors.DO NOT operate lawnandgardentobls when barefootor wearing
open sandals.Wear longpantsahd longsleevestoprotectyour legs andarms.
• Edgerscan pickup objectssuchas rocksandsend them flyingat fast speeds.
DO NOT wear looseclothingorjewelry.Keep yourhair,Clothing, a ndglovesaway
form moving parts.[3ose clothing or tonghair can be caughtin movingparts.