SYMBOLS
Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.
SYMBOLS NAME EXPLANATION
Conforms to all regulatory standards in the country in the EU
where the product is purchased.
Thank you for buying a Homelite trimmer/brushcutter.
Your new trimmer/brushcutter has been engineered and
manufactured to Homelite’s high standard for
dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety.
Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-
free performance.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read
and understand the operator’s manual.
WARNING
Do not attempt to operate this trimmer/brushcutter
until you have read thoroughly and understood
completely all instructions, safety rules etc
contained in this manual. Failure to comply may
result in accidents involving fire, electric shock or
serious personal injury. Save operator’s manual
and review frequently for continuing safe
operation, and instructing others who may use
this tool.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
■ For safe operation, read and understand all
instructions before using the trimmer/brushcutter.
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.
■ Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly
ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
■ Clear 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 string head or blade.
■ Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating
this unit.
■ Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, jewellery of
any kind, or use with bare feet.
■ Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to
prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
■ Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 15 m
away.
■ Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
■ Do not operate in poor lighting.
■ Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or
exposure to hot surfaces.
■ Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
■ Do not touch area around the muffler or cylinder of the
trimmer/brushcutter, these parts get hot from operation.
■ Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug
wire before making any adjustments or repairs except
for carburetor adjustments.
■ Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners,
fuel leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use.
■ The string head or blade will rotate during carburetor
adjustments.
■ Keep the tool well maintained, fasteners tightened
and worn parts replaced.
■ Mix and store fuel in a container approved for fuel.
■ Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9 m away from
refueling site before starting engine.
■ Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or
storing the unit.
■ Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and
secure the unit from moving before transporting in a
vehicle.
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