Weed Eater XT700 Instruction Manual page 2

_IIWARNING: When using gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions must al-
ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and
serious injury. Read and follow all instruc-
tions.
This power unit can be dangeroue{ Operator is
re_ponsible for following instructions and warn-
ings on unit and in manual Read entire instruc-
tion manual before using unit! Be thoroughly fa-
miliar with the controts and the proper use of the
unit. Resthct the use of this unit to persons who
have read, understand, and will follow the
instructions and warnings on the unit and in the
manual Never allow children to operate this
unit.
iNSTRUCTION SAFETY INFORMATION
MANUAL ON THE UNET
_L DANGER: Never use blades or flail-
ing devices. This unit is designed for line trim-
mer use only. Use of any ether accessories or
attachments will increase the risk of injury
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41_WARNING:
Trimmer line throws ob-
jects violently. You and others can be blinded/in-
jured Wear eye and _eg protection. Keep body
parts ctear of rotating _ine
Eye Protection
:_Bo_o_ / Hazard Zone
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet
(15 meters) away Stop un*t immediately _fap-
proached.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, contact your authorized
service dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.
OPERATOR SAFETY
• Dress properly Always wear safety
glasses or simiIar eye protection when op-
erating, or performing maintenance, on
your unit (safety glasses are available).
Eye protection should be marked Z87
• Always wear face or dust mask if operation
is dusty.
• Always wear heavy, long pants, tong sleeves,
boots, and gloves Wearing safety leg guards
is recommended
• A}ways wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of
spinning line.
• Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure
or remove loose clothing or clothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassets, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
• Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
• Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit when
you are tired, ill, upset or under the influ-
ence of alcobel, drugs, or medication.
Watch what you are doing; use common
sense.
• Wear hearing protection.
• Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
• Keep handles free of oil and fuel
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
• Disconnect the spark plug before perform-
ing maintenance except carburetor adjust-
ments
• Look for and replace damaged or Ioose
parts before each use Look for and repair
fuel leaks before use. Keep in good working
condition.
• Replace trimmer head parts that are
chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in
any other way before using the unit.
• Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures. Keep cutting _ine at proper
length.
• Use only 0.080" (2 mm) diameter WEED
EATER brand replacement line Never use
wire, rope, string, eto
•InstalI required shield propedy before using
the unit. Use only specked trimmer head;
make sure it is probedy installed and securely
fastened.
• Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
• Make carburetor adjustments with lower
end supported to prevent line from contact-
ing any object.
• Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
• Use only recommended WEED EATER ac-
cessobes and replacement parts.
• Have nil maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performed by an au-
thorized service dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
• Keep away from sparks or flames.
• Use a container approved for fuel
• Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the unit.
• Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up a_l fue_
spills.
• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fueling site before starting engine.
• Stop engine and aliow to cool before re-
moving fuel cap.
• Always store gasoline in a container ap-
proved for flammable liquids.