Before Operation; Are You Ready To Operate The Trimmer; Knowledge; Physical And Mental Readiness - Honda UMK431 Owner's Manual

ARE YOU READY TO OPERATE THE
TRIMMER?
Your safety is your responsibility. A little time
spent in preparation will significantly reduce your
risk of injury.
Knowledge
Read and understand this manual. Know what the
controls do and how to operate them.
Familiarize yourself with the trimmer and its
operation before you begin to use it. Know what
to do in case of emergencies.
Physical and Mental Readiness
You must be alert and in good physical condition
to operate the trimmer. Do not operate the
trimmer if you are tired, ill, or under the influence
of alcohol, medication, or any substance that
might impair your vision, dexterity,
or
judgment.
If you have any physical problem that may be
aggravated by strenuous work, consult your
physician before operating the trimmer.
Protective Clothing
Wearing protective clothing will reduce your risk
of injury. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry,
short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair
so it is above shoulder level.
Eye, Face, and Head Protection
Always wear safety glasses or goggles that
comply with ANSI standard 287.1 to protect your
eyes from thrown objects. Prescription glasses
may be worn under the safety glasses or goggles.
A helmet with a face shield is recommended for
further protection. However, safety glasses or
goggles should always be worn under the face
shield. Do not rely on a face shield alone to
protect your eyes.
Wearing a dust mask will help to reduce the
amount of pollens and dust inhaled.
Hearing Protection
Hearing protectors will help to protect your ears
from noise. Earmuff-style hearing protectors can
also protect your ears from thrown objects.
Hand and Body Protection
Wear gloves, a long-sleeved shirt, and long pants
made of heavy material. Clothing should fit
closely but allow freedom of movement, and
should have no strings, straps, etc. that could
catch on brush or the trimmer. Keep clothing
fastened.
Foot Protection
Wear sturdy work boots with good toe protection
and nonslip soles.
IS YOUR WORKING AREA READY?
Objects thrown by the trimmer can cause serious
injury. Before operating the trimmer, carefully
inspect the area, and remove all objects that
could be thrown by, or entangled in
,
the cutting
attachment, such as rocks, broken glass, nails,
wire, or string.
Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets.
Keep all children, bystanders, and pets at least
50
feet (15 meters) away from where the trimmer is
being operated.
Even outside a 50-foot (1 5-meter) radius of the
trimmer, there may be a risk of injury from thrown
objects, so bystanders should be encouraged to
wear eye protection.
If anyone approaches you while you are operating
the trimmer, release the throttle trigger and stop
the engine.
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