Important Safety Instructions - Yardworks 15" 5.5A Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

W A R N I N G
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
• 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 – Rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working
outdoors.
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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.
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drugs, or medication.
• Do not operate in poor lighting.
• Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
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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
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 expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
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