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WHILE OPERATING
+ Ifstriking orbecomes
entangled
with aforeign object, stop the engine
+ Wear safety glasses orgoggles that a re marked asmeeting ANSI Z87.1-
1989 s tandards.
Also wear ear/hearing
protection
when o perating
this
unit. Wear aface ordust mask i fthe operation
isdusty. Long s leeve shirts
are recommended.
+ Wear heavy, long p ants, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose c lothing,
jewelry,
short pants, sandals
orgobarefoot.
Secure hair a bove shoulder
level.
+This u nit h as a clutch. The b lade remains
stationary
when the engine isidling.
Ifthey d onot, have the unit a djusted
by an authorized
service technician.
+ Be sure t he blade i snot i ncontact with anything before starting the unit.
+ Use the unit o nly i ndaylight orgood a rtificial light.
+Avoid a ccidental
starting. Be inthe starting position whenever
pulling the
starter rope. The operator and unit m ust beinastable position while
starting. See
Starting/Stopping
Instructions.
+ Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose intended.
+ Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the unit backwards.
+ Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance. Take extra
care when working with on steep slopes or inclines.
+ Always hold the unit with both hands when operating.
Keep a firm grip on
the handle.
+ Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving parts. Do not
touch or try to stop the blade while it is rotating.
+ Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get extremely hot from
operation. They remain hot for a short time after turning off the unit.
+ Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed for the job. Do
not run the engine at high speed when the unit is not in use.
+ Always stop the engine when work is delayed or when walking from one
location to another.
immediately
and check for damage. Do not operate before repairing
damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged
parts.
+ Stop and switch the engine to off for maintenance
or repair
+ Use only original equipment manufacturer
replacement
parts and
accessories
for this unit. These are available from an authorized service
dealer The use of any unauthorized
parts or accessories
could lead to
serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and void the warranty.
+ Keep unit clean of vegetation
and other materials that may become
lodged or entangled in the unit.
+ To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine and muffler free from grass, leaves,
excessive grease or carbon build up.
AFTER USE
+ Clean the unit with household cleaner to remove any gum buildup. Oil the
blade with machine oil to prevent rust.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
+ Never store a fueled unit inside a building where fumes may reach an
open flame or spark.
+ Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting.
Be sure to secure
the unit while transporting.
+ Store the unit in a dry area, locked up or up high 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 the Cleaning
and Storage instructions.
+ Keep these instructions.
Refer to them often and use them to instruct other
users. If loaning someone this unit, also loan them these instructions.
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
+ SAFETY & iNTERNATiONAL
SYMBOLS +
This operator's
manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs
that may appear on this product.
Read the operator's
manual for complete
safety, assembly, operating and maintenance
and repair information.
SYMBOL
MEANING
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