While Operating; Other Safety Warnings - Craftsman WEEDWACKER 316.790130 Operator's Manual

WHILE OPERATING
• 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. Long sleeve shirts
are recommended.
o Wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not
wear short pants, sandals or go barefoot.
o Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Secure hair
above
shoulder level.
Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense.
Adjust the assist handle to your size to provide the
best grip.
Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact with
anything before starting the unit.
The cutting attachment shield must always be in place
while operating the unit as a trimmer. Do not operate
unit without both trimming lines extended, and the
proper line installed. Do not extend the trimming line
beyond the length of the shield.
Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
Avoid accidental starting. Do not carry plugged-in unit
with your finger on the switch. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in.
• Do not abuse the power cord. Never carry the unit by
the cord or yank the plug out of the receptacle. Keep
the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose
intended. The line head cutting attachment with this
unit is designed only for cutting grass, light weeds and
decorative trimming. Do not use the attachment as
an edger.
o Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and
balance.
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 cutting
attachment when it is rotating.
Do not operate the unit faster than the speed needed
to cut or trim. Do not run the unit at high speed when
o
o
not cutting.
Always stop the unit when cutting is delayed or when
walking from one cutting location to another.
If you strike or become entangled with a foreign
object, stop the unit immediately and check for dam-
age. Do not operate before repairing damage. Do not
operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
Stop and switch the motor to off for maintenance,
repair, or for changing the cutting attachment or other
attachments.
Use only genuine Craftsman ®replacement parts
when servicing this unit. These parts are available
from your authorized service dealer. Do not use parts,
accessories or attachments not authorized by
Craftsman for this unit. Doing so could lead to
serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and
void your warranty.
Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials.
They may become lodged between the cutting attach-
ment and shield.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
o Disconnect the unit from the power supply when not in
use, before servicing, when changing accessories
such as cutting head, and the like.
Maintain trimmer with care. Keep the unit clean and
serviced for the best and safest performance. Follow
the maintenance instructions. Always use a clean cloth
when cleaning. Never use strong detergents, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, or any strong solvents to
clean the unit.
Keep your unit in good working condition. Follow
instructions for servicing and changing accessories.
Inspect unit periodically, 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.
Store the unit in a locked up and dry, or high and dry
place to prevent unauthorized use or damage. Keep
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, see Cleaning and Storage
instructions.
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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