Craftsman 138.74544 Operator's Manual page 3

For safe operation, read and understand all
instructions before using this product. Follow
all safety instructions. Failure to follow all safety
instructions listed below, can result in serious
personal injury.
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to
use this unit.
Check the work area before each use. Remove
all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails,
wire, or string which can be thrown or become
entangled in the machine.
Wear eye protection which is marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1 when operating this product.
Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty.
Always wear safety glasses with side shields.
Everyday glasses have only impact resistant
lenses. They are NOT safety glasses.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye
injury. Use face mask if operation is dusty.
Dress Properly – Use rubber gloves and
substantial footwear is recommended when
workingoutdoors.
Wear heavy, long pants, boots, and gloves. Do
not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, or
go barefoot. Do not wear jewelry of any kind.
Secure long hair above shoulder level to
prevent entanglement in moving parts.
Keep children away - Keep all bystanders,
children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.
Stay alert - Do not operate this unit when you
are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication.
Do not operate in poor lighting.
Keep all parts of your body away from any
moving part.
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this tool
has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other) and will require the use of a
polarized extension cord. The plug will fit into
a polarized extension cord only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully into the extension cord,
reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit,
obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A
polarized extension cord will require the use of
a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the
polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse
the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install the proper wall
outlet. Do not change the equipment plug,
extension cord receptacle, or extension cord
plug in any way.
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces
such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of
electric shock if your body is grounded.
Avoid Dangerous Environments - Don't e
xpose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Waterentering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection should be provided on the circuit (s)
or outlet(s) to be used for the gardening
appliance. Receptacles are available having
built-in GFCI protection and may be used for
this measure of safety.
Use Right Appliance - Do not force tool. Use
the correct tool for your application. The
correct tool will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it is designed.
Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or
when wearing sandals or similar lightweight
footwear. Wear protective footwear that will
protect your feet and improve your footing on
slippery surfaces.
Do not overreach. Keep firm footing and
balance. Over-reaching can result in loss of
balance.