Craftsman Weedwacker 172.743240 Operator's Manual page 4

ELECTRICAL
SAFETY cont.
3. Do not abuse the cord on the charger. Never carry the charger by its power
cord. Never pull the power cord to remove the charger from the power outlet.
Damage to the cord or charger could occur and create an electric shock hazard.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged
cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
V ..................................................................... Volts
A .................................................................... Am ps
Hz.................................................................. Hertz
W .................................................................... Watts
rain ................................................................ Minutes
,-_ .................................................................. Alternating current
................................................................. Direct current
no ................................................................... No-load speed
[] .................................................................. Class II construction, Double Insulated
RPM ............................................................... Revolutions per minute
SPM ............................................................... Strokes per minute
OPM ............................................................... Orbits per minute
Z_ .................................................................. Indicates danger, warning or caution.
It means attention! Your safety is involved.
O Arrows show direction will be
objects
thrown by trimmer line rotation.
r_l ................................................................ indoor use only
SERVICE SAFETY
1. if any part of this trimmer is missing or should break, bend, or fail in any
way; or should any component fail to perform properly: SHUT OFF the
power switch and remove the trimmer plug from the power source and have the
missing, damaged or failed parts replaced BEFORE resuming operation.
2. Tool service must be performed only by a qualified service dealer. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
SAFETY RULES FOR CORDLESS TRIMMERS
1. KNOW your cordless trimmer. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn the
applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this
tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injury
2. CAUTION: DO NOT have the battery pack installed in the trimmer when not in use.
3. DO NOT use trimmer without adequate lighting. ALWAYS make sure that you can
see what you are trimming and edging.
4. Use trimmer ONLY when grass and weeds are dry.
5. ALWAYS remove objects such as stones, sticks, and debris from the
trimming/edging path that could become entangled in, or thrown by, the trimmer.
6. ALWAYS hold the trimmer by both the main rear handle and the auxiliary handle
for greater control and balance. NEVER reach under the safety guard.
7. USE RIGHT TRIMMER. Do not use trimmer for any job except that for
which it is intended.
8. DO NOT grasp or touch the exposed cutting line when picking up or holding the
trimmer.
SAFETY RULES FOR CORDLESS TRIMMERS cont.
9. DO NOT FORCE the trimmer. Do not try to cut more than what the trimmer is
designed for. It wilt do a better job with less chance of injury when used at the
rate for which it is designed.
10. KEEP the handle dry, clean and free of oil and grease. Use a clean cloth when
cleaning. DO NOT use solvents, brake fluids, gasoline, or other petroleum
products to clean the trimmer. They can damage plastic parts.
11. NEVER, for any reason, touch the cutting line or other moving parts during use.
12. When changing cutting line spool be careful of the line cutter on the guard.
Cutter is sharp and can cause injury (see page 17, Fig. 5a)
13. DO NOT use this product without the guard being fitted.
14. KEEP guard in place and in good working order. Keep guard positioned
between you and cutting line. Keep hands and feet away from cutting line.
15. ALWAYS store the trimmer indoors with battery pack removed when not in use. It
should be stored in a dry place, high up or locked in a place that is out of the
reach of children.
16. Cordless tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore,
they are always in operating condition when the battery pack is installed.
Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery operated tool or
when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
17. Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat. This will reduce
the risk of explosion and possible injury.
18. Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Never use a battery pack or
charger that has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery
pack is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged battery pack
immediately.
19. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting
materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat
and cause burns.
20. Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if sallowed To reduce the risk of
personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open flame.
If exposed, flush with water immediately.
21. Do not charge battery in a damp or wet location. Following this rule will reduce
the risk of electric shock.
22. For best results, your battery should be charged in a location where the
temperature is more than 50°F but less than 80°R Do not store battery outside or
in vehicles.
23. Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur.
if liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and
water, then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar, if liquid gets into your eyes,
flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate
medical attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal
injury.
24. ALWAYS use only 0.065 inch (1.65 ram) spiral twisted cutting line with this
trimmer. Use of any other cutting line may create a hazardous situation.
Do not use heavier lines than recommended in this manual.
25. ALWAYS keep ventilation openings clear of debris.