Symbols; General Safety Rules - Yardworks 060-2273-4 Instruction Manual

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model no. 060-2273-4 | contact us: 1 866 523 5218
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn
their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product
effectively and safely.
Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
V Volts Voltage.
A Amperes Current.
Frequency (cycles per
Hz Hertz
second).
W Watts Power.
min Minutes Time.
Alternating
Type of current.
Current
Type or a characteristic
Direct Current
of current.
Class II Double-insulated
Construction construction.
No Load Rotational speed, at no
Speed load.
Revolutions, strokes,
/min Per Minute surface speed, orbits
etc., per minute.
Wet Conditions Do not expose to rain or
Alert use in damp locations.
To reduce the risk of
Read The injury user must read and
Operator's understand operator's
Manual manual before using this
product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
Wear eye protection
Eye
when operating this
Protection
equipment.
Precautions that involve
Safety Alert
your safety.
Failure to keep long hair
away from the air inlet
Long Hair
could result in personal
injury.
Failure to keep loose
clothing from being
Loose
drawn into air intake
Clothing
could result in personal
injury.
Keep
Keep all bystanders at
Bystanders
least 50 ft. away.
Away
model no. 060-2273-4 | contact us: 1 866 523 5218
• This grass trimmer is designed for cutting
grass and similar soft vegetation and for
trimming grass edges in private and hobby
garden areas which are not accessible with
a lawnmower.
• The device is not designed for use in
public gardens, parks, sports centres or at
roadsides nor in agriculture and forestry.
• This grass trimmer is not designed to be
used for cutting or chopping:
- Hedges, shrubs and bushes,
- Flowers,
- Or for composting purposes
• Failure to comply with these requirements
could lead to personal injury.
• This device is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the device.
• Wear protective glasses or goggles.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with the instructions to use the device.
• Turn off the device while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
• Only use the device in daylight or good
• Before using the device and after any
impact, check for signs of wear or damage
and repair as necessary.
• Never operate the device with damaged
WARNING! When using this device, safety precautions
!
must be followed. For your own safety and that of
bystanders, please read these instructions before
operating the device. Do not use the device without
reading the instruction sheet. Please keep the
instructions safe for later use.
guards or without the guards in place.
• Keep hands and feet away from the trimmer
cutting line at all times and in particular
when switching on the motor.
• Take care against injury from any device
After extending new cutting line always
return the device to its normal operating
position before switching on.
•
• Never use replacement parts or accessories
not provided or recommended by the
manufacturer
• Remove battery before checking, cleaning or r
epairing it and when it is not in use.
• Always ensure that ventilation openings are
kept clear of debris.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
YOUR GRASS TRIMMER
• Do not expose to moisture.
• Use only the battery 60-2143-4 shown
on the product rating label.
• Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass,
where feasible.
• Take care not to lose your footing in wet
grass.
• On slopes, be extra careful not to slip and
wear nonslip footwear.
• Do not walk backwards when trimming as
you could trip. Walk never run.
• Switch off before pushing the trimmer
over surfaces other than grass.
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