Craftsman 315.795490 Operator's Manual page 4

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Use non-slip, heaw-duty protective gloves when operating
the hedge trimmer and when installing or removing
blades.
[] Always stop the motor and disconnect from power
supply when not in use, before attempting to remove
any obstruction caught or jammed in the blade, or before
removing and installing the blade.
[] Replace any bladethat has been damaged. Always make
sure blade is installed correctly and securely fastened
before each use. Failure to do so can cause serious
injury.
[] Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting
edges when picking up or holding the product.
[] To protect yourself from electrocution, do not operate
within 50 feet of overhead electrical lines.
[] Never cut any material over 1/2 in. diameter.
[] Maintain a firm grip on the front and rear handle while
cutting with hedge trimmer. Keep the blade away from
body.
[] Know how to stop the unit quickly in an emergency.
[] To avoid accidental starting, never carry plugged in hedge
trimmer with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when
plugging in.
[] Maintain hedgetrimmerwith care. Keepcutting edgesharp
and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk
of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect hedge trim mer cord period ically and,
if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service
facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace
if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease.
Check for damaged or loose parts -- Before further
use of the hedge trimmer, a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that
it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere
in this manual.
[] Disconnect hedge trimmer -- Disconnect the plug
from power source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the hedge trimmer.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the product accidentally.
[] Service on the product must be performed by qualified
repair personnel only. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel could result in
injury to the user or damage to the product.
[] If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service
center to avoid risk.
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When Servicing use only identical replacement parts.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use
them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions.
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