Safety Rules - Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.798490 Operator's Manual

SAFETY RULES
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OPERATOR SAFETY
o Always wear' safety eye protection
o Always wear long pants, long sleeves, boots and
_loves_ Wearing safety leg guards is recommended.
o not go barefoot or wear sandals, short pants, short
sleeves, Being fully covered helps to protect you from
pieces of toxic plants thrown by the cutting head_
. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length Secure
loose clothing, jewelry, or clothing with loosely han_-
ing !ies, straps, tassels, etc.; they can be caught m
moving parts
. Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication
• Wear hearing protection if you use this unit for more
than 1-1/2 hours per day
- Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or
building Breathing exhaust fumes can kin
. Keep handles free of oil and fuel
- !f situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgement
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
o Look for and replace damaged or toose parts before
each use Look for and repair fuel leaks before use
Keep the unit in good working condition
* Use only ,080" diameter monofilarnent line Never use
wire, rope, string, etc
. Keep the cutting line at the proper length
. Make sure the unit is maintained and assembled cor-
rectly as listed in this manual
- Install the required shield properly before using the
unit
. Use only the specified semi-automatic trimmer head.
. Make carburetor adjustments with the lower end sup-
ported to prevent the trimmer line from contacting any
object Hold unit by hand
o Keep others away when making carburetor adjust-
ments
° Use only good quality SEARS accessories as recom-
mended for this unit.
FUEL SAFETY
° Mix and pour fuel outdoors
. Keep away from sparks or flames
° Use a container approved for fuel
o Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit or
while using the uniL
- Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine,
o Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling sits
before starting engine.
° Stop engine and allow unit to cool before removing
fuel cap
CUTTING SAFETY
o Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove
objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.)
which can be thrown or become entangled in the
semi-automatic line head
. Keep others including children, animate, bystanders
and helpers at least 50 feet (15 meters) away. Stop
the engine immediately il you are approached,
° Always keep the engine on the right-hand side of your
body
o Hold the unit firmly with both hands
° Keep firm footing and balance Do not over-reach
o Keep the semi-automatic line head below waist level
o Do not raise the engine above your waist
° Keep all parts of your body away from semi-automatic
Iine head and muffler when engine is running
° Cut from your right to your left
o Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
o Stop the unit before transporting
• Allow the engine to cool, and secure the unit before
storing or transporting in a vehicle
° Empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting the
unit Use up any fuel left in the carburetor by starting
the engine and letting the engine run until it stops,,
• Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors can-
not reach sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc
o Store unit so the line limiter cannot accidentaIly cause
injury
• Store the unit out of the reach of children
SAFETY NOTICE
Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasotine powered hand units could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the
fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulationdisorders or abnormal swellings Prolonged use in cold weather has been
linked to blood vesset damage in otherwise healthy people If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, toss of strength, change
in skin color or texture, or toss of feeling in the fingers, hands or joints discontinue the use of this unit and seek medical atten-
tion An antiwibration system does not guarantee the avoidance o! these problems Users who operate power tools on a continu-
al and regular basis must monitor closely their physica{ condition and the condition of this unit.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS -- A'I'rENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS iNVOLVED.
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