Safety Information - Yardworks 60-3014-6 Owner's Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how to
use your hedge trimmer.
WARNING:
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TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY, DO NOT PLUG IN THE HEDGE TRIMMER UNTIL THE
FOLLOWING STEPS HAVE BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD.
1. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual. LEARN the
tool's applications, limitations, and possible hazards.
2. AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS. DO NOT use in wet or damp areas
or expose to rain.
3. DO NOT use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
4. KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE. NEVER allow children near
the tool.
5. DRESS FOR SAFETY. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or
jewellery (rings, watches) when operating tool. They can get caught and
draw you into moving parts.
6. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
7. ALWAYS remove the power cord plug from the electric outlet when making
adjustments, changing parts or cleaning.
8. AVOID ACCIDENTAL START-UPS. Make sure the power switch is in the
OFF position before plugging in the power cord.
9. DO NOT abuse the power cord. Do not use it to carry the tool. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately; they may create a shock or fire hazard.
10. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED. Turn the power switch
to OFF. Do not leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop.
11. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good
working order.
13. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding, breakage, or any other conditions that may affect the tool's
operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced before use.
14. KEEP THE HANDLE DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE OF OIL AND GREASE.
Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Do not use solvents, brake fluids,
gasoline, or other petroleum products to clean the tool. They may damage
plastic parts.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
A hedge trimmer can throw foreign objects into your eyes,
which could cause permanent eye damage.
ALWAYS wear safety goggles (not glasses). Ordinary
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses...they are NOT
safety goggles.
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