While Operating; Other Safety Warnings - Craftsman 316.792490 Operator's Manual

WHILE
O PERATING
• Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 ft (15
m) away.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI
Z87.1-1989 standards, and ear/hearing protection when operating
this unit. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves, and a long sleeve shirt. Do
not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go
barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.
Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Use hedge trimmer properly. Only use this tool for the purpose
intended. Use only for trimming the type of shrub, growth, etc.,
described in the operating instructions.
• Do not force unit. it will do the job better and with less likelihood
of injury at a rate for which it was designed.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the unit towards you.
Do not overreach, take extra care when working on steep slopes
or inclines. Always keep proper footing and balance.
DO NOT stand on an unstable support. Do not use on a ladder.
Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a
firm grip on both the front and rear handle or grips.
Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving parts.
Do not touch or try to stop the blades when they are moving.
_lJ AUTION:
Blades will coast after the powerhead is in_
the "OFF" position.
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Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to do
the job. Do not run the engine at high speed when not in use.
Always stop the engine/motor when operation is delayed or when
walking from one location to another.
Stop the engine/motor for maintenance, repair, to install or
remove the blades. The unit must be stopped and the blades no
longer moving to avoid injury.
Always wear heavy gloves when handling, removing, installing or
cleaning the blades.
If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the
engine/motor immediately and check for damage. Have any
damage repaired before attempting further operations.
Stop the unit iMMEDiATELY if you feel excessive vibration.
Vibration is a sign of trouble. Inspect thoroughly for loose nuts,
bolts or damage before continuing. Repair or replace affected
parts as necessary.
Stop and switch the unit to off for maintenance, repair, or for
changing add-ons or other attachments.
Maintain hedge trimmer with care. Keep blades sharp at all
times, and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
maintenance instructions. Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Never use brake fluid, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, or any strong solvents to clean your unit.
Use only genuine Sears replacement parts and accessories for
this unit. These are available from your authorized service dealer.
Use of any non- Sears parts or accessories could lead to serious
injury to the user or damage to the unit, and void your warranty.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Allow the unit to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to
secure the unit while transporting.
• Store the unit in a locked up and dry or high and dry place to
prevent unauthorized use or damage, out of the reach of
children.
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean after each use.
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to
instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them
these instructions.
• Only qualified personnel should perform any repairs or
maintenance procedures that are not described in this manual.
• Always refer to the Operator's Manual instructions for important
details if the unit is to be stored for an extended period.
• Do not attempt to repair the machine unless you have the proper
tools, and instructions for disassembly and repair of the machine.
SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS