Rules For Safe Operation - Troy-Bilt TB24HT Operator's Manual

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your
attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols,
and their explanations, deserve your careful attention
and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or
warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates
danger, warning or caution. Attention is
required in order to avoid serious personal
injury. May be used in conjunction with
other symbols or pictographs.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital
to the operation or maintenance of the
equipment.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER: When using electric gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury. Carefully read
and understand the entire operator's manual
before using your trimmer. Pay close attention to
the operating instructions and safety warnings.
BEFORE OPERATING
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and proper use of the unit.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Children and teens under the age of 15 must not use
the unit, except for teens guided by an adult.
• Before each use, thoroughly inspect your unit for loose
or damaged parts. Do not use until adjustments or
repairs are made.
• All guards and safety attachments must be installed
properly before operating the unit.
• Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove
all objects such as cords, lights, wire or string,which
can become entangled in the cutting blade.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at
least 50 feet (15 m) away from the unit while operating.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BATTERY UNITS (TB24HTB)
• Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating
condition. Be aware of possible hazards even when
tool is not operating. Take care when performing
maintenance or service.
• Remove the battery before servicing, cleaning, or
removing material from the unit.
• Use only the charging stand provided with your unit.
Do not substitute any other charging stand. Use of
another charging stand could promote batteries to
explode causing possible serious injury.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SYMBOL MEANING
DANGER : Failure to obey a safety warning
will result in serious injury to yourself or to
others. Always follow the safety
precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING : Failure to obey a safety
warning can result in injury to yourself and
others. Always follow the safety
precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning
may result in property damage or personal
injury to yourself or to others. Always follow
the safety precautions to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury.
• Do not charge the unit in rain or in wet locations.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR CHARGING STANDS
AND NI-CD BATTERIES (TB24HTB)
• Before using charging stand, read all instructions and
cautionary markings in this manual, on charging stand,
and product using charging stand.
• Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
• To reduce risk of injury, charge only sealed ni-cd
rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may
burst, causing personal injury and damage.
• To reduce risk of damage to charger body and cord,
pull by the charger body, rather than cord, when
disconnecting the charger.
• Make sure charger cord is located so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress.
• Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug.
If damaged, replace charger immediately.
• Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. If
the charger case is damaged, replace the charger.
• Do not disassemble charger. The charger is not serviceable;
disassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
• To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from
outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
• Do not use charger outdoors.
• Use only a 14.4 volt DC, ni-cd battery.
• Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The cell may
explode. Batteries should be recycled, consult your
local waste authority for information regarding
available recycling and/or disposal options or call
1-800-8 BATTERY for recycling information.
• Do not charge battery in rain or in wet locations.
• Exercise care when 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.
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