General Safety Rules - Yardworks 060-2288-0 Instruction Manual

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how to use your grass
trimmer.
• ReAD and become familiar with this entire instruction manual. LeARn about the tool's
applications, limitations and possible hazards.
• AVoiD DAngeRouS ConDiTionS. Do noT use in wet or damp areas or expose to rain.
• Do noT use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
• KeeP bySTAnDeRS AT A SAFe DiSTAnCe. neVeR allow children near the tool.
• DReSS FoR SAFeTy. Do noT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewellery (rings,
watches, etc.) when operating the tool. Loose clothing can get caught and draw you into
moving parts.
• ALWAyS WeAR eye PRoTeCTion.
• ALWAyS remove the extension cord plug from the electrical outlet when making
adjustments, changing parts or cleaning.
• AVoiD ACCiDenTAL START-uP. Make sure the power switch is in the oFF position
before plugging in the extension cord.
• TReAT the extension cord with care. 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.
• 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.
• Do noT oVeRReACh. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• MAinTAin TooLS PRoPeRLy. ALWAyS keep tools clean and in good working order.
• 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.
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WARNING: To avoid mistakes that could cause serious
injury, do not plug in the grass trimmer until the following
steps have been read and understood.
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