OPERATORSAFETY
• Dressproperly.Alwayswearsafety
glassesorsimilareyeprotectionwhen
operating,orperformingmaintenance,
onyourunit(safetyglassesareavail-
able).Eyeprotectionshouldbe
markedZ87.
• Alwayswearfaceordustmaskifop-
erationisdusty.
• AlwayswearheaW,longpants,long
sleeves,boots,andgloves.Wearing
safetylegguardsisrecommended.
• Alwayswearfootprotection.Donot
gobarefootorwearsandals.Stay
clearofspinningline.
• Securehairaboveshoulderlength.
Secureorremovelooseclothingor
clothingwithlooselyhangingties,
straps,tassels,etc.Theycanbe
caughtinmovingparts.
• Beingfullycoveredalsohelpsprotect
youfromdebrisandpiecesoftoxic
plantsthrownbyspinningline.
• StayAlert.Donotoperatethisunit
whenyouaretired,ill,upsetorunder
theinfluenceofalcohol,drugs,or
medication.Watchwhatyouaredo-
ing;usecommonsense.
• Wearhearingprotection.
• Neverstartorruninsideaclosed
roomorbuilding.Breathingexhaust
fumescankill.
• Keephandlesfreeofoilandfuel.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
_WARNING: Stop unit and dis-
connect the spark plug before per-
forming maintenance (except carbure-
tor adjustments).
• Look for and replace damaged or
loose parts before each use. Look for
and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep
in good working condition.
• Replace trimmer head parts that are
chipped, cracked, broken, or dam-
aged in any other way before using
the unit.
• Maintain unit according to recom-
mended procedures. Keep cutting line
at proper length.
• Use only 0.080 inch (2 ram) diameter
Craftsman_m brand line. Never use
wire, rope, string, etc.
• Install required shield properly before
using the unit. Use only specified trim-
mer head; make sure it is properly
installed and securely fastened.
• Make sure unit is assembled correctly
as shown in this manual.
• Make carburetor adjustments with
lower end supported to prevent line
from contacting any object.
• Keep others away when making car-
buretor adjustments.
• Use only recommended Craftsman®
accessories and replacement parts.
• Have all maintenance and service not
explained in this manual performed by
a Sears Service Center.
FUEL SAFETY
• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
• Keep away from sparks or flames.
• Do not smoke or allow smoking near
fuel or the unit.
• Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all
fuel spills.
• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away
from fueling site before starting en-
gine. Stop engine and allow it to cool
before removing fuel cap.
• Empty the fuel tank before storing or
transporting the unit. Use up fuel left
in the carburetor by starting the en-
gine and letting it run until it stops.
• Store unit and fuel in area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.AI-
ways store gasoline in a container
approved for flammable liquids.
• Always store gasoline in a container
approved for flammable liquids.
CUTTING SAFETY
,_&WARNING: Inspect tile area be-
fore each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.)
which can be thrown by or become
entangled in line. Hard objects can
damage the trimmer head and be
thrown causing serious injury.
• Use only for trimming, scalping, mow-
ing and sweeping. Do not use for edg-
ing, pruning or hedge trimming.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach.
• Keep all parts of your body away from
muffler and spinning line. Keep engine
below waist level. A hot muffler can
cause serious burns.
• Cut from your left to your right. Cutting
on right side of the shield will throw
debris away from the operator.
• Use only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Use only for jobs explained in this
manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
• Stop tile unit before carrying.
• Allow engine to cool; secure unit be-
fore storing or transporting in vehicle.
• Empty the fuel tank before storing or
transporting the unit. Use up fuel left
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