Walk-Behind String Trimmer
Mower
» Operator's Manual
SAFETY
The
definitions
below
give
the
level
of severity for
each
signal
word.
.A
DANGER
This
symbol
points
out
important safety instructions.
This machine was
built
to
be operated according
to
the
safe
operation
practices
in
this
manual.
Carelessness
or
error
on
the
part
of
the
operator
can result in serious injury. This machine
is
capable
of
amputating
fingers, hands, toes,
and
feet
and
throwing foreign objects. Failure
to
observe the safety
instructions could result in serious injury
or
death.
.A
WARNING
This symbol points
out
safety
instructions.
Read
and follow
all
instructions before
attempting
to
operate
this
machine. Failure
to
comply
with
these instructions
may result in personal injury.
.A
CAUTION
This
symbol
indicates
a
hazard, which,
if
not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
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NOTE
This
information
makes the
product easier
to
use.
GENERAL
SAFETY
RULES
UNDERSTAND
YOUR
MACHINE
Read
this manual
and
labels affixed
to
the machine
to
understand
its
limitations
and
potential
hazards
before
attempting
to
assemble
this
machine. Read,
understand,
and
follow
all
instructions on the machine
and
in the manuals before operation.
Be
thoroughly
familiar
with
the
controls
and
their
proper
operation. Know how
to
stop
the
machine and disengage
the
controls quickly.
Make sure
to
read
and
understand all the instructions
and
safety
precautions
as
outlined in
the
Engine Manufacturer's manual
packed
separately with your unit. Do not attempt
to
operate the
machine until you fully understand how
to
operate
and
maintain
the engine
and
how
to
avoid accidental injuries and/or property
damage.
Keep
this manual
and
engine manual in a safe place
for
future
and
regular reference.
If
the
unit
is
to
be
used by someone
other
than
the
original
purchaser
or
loaned, rented,
or
sold, always provide this manual
and
any needed safety training before operation. The user
can
prevent and is responsible
for
accidents
or
injuries
that
may
occur
to
themselves, other people,
and
property.
Do
not
force
the
machine. Use
the
machine
correctly.
The
machine does the job more efficiently
and
safely at the rate
it
was
designed.
PERSONAL
SAFETY
Do not permit children
to
operate this machine at any time. Only
responsible individuals who are familiar
with
these rules
of
safe
operation should
be
allowed
to
use
this machine.
To
help avoid trimmer line contact
or
a thrown object injury, stay
in
the
operator
zone behind handles and keep children, pets,
and
other people not using the unit away from the work
area.
Be
alert
and
shut
off
the
unit
if
anyone enters the
work
area. Keep
children under the watchful care
of
a responsible adult.
Do
not
operate the machine while under the influence
of
drugs,
alcohol,
or
any medication
that
could affect your ability
to
use
it
properly.
Wear sturdy, rough-soled
work
shoes
and
close-fitting slacks
and
shirts. Shirts and pants
that
cover the arms
and
legs
and
steel-
toed shoes are recommended. Never operate this machine in
bare feet,
sandals,
slippery
or
lightweight
(e.g.
canvas)
shoes.
Protect eyes, face, and head from objects
that
may
be
thrown
from the unit. Always wear safety goggles
or
safety
glasses
with
side shields when operating
or
while performing
an
adjustment
or
repair.
Always use approved ear
protection
while
you
operate
the
product. Noise
for
a long period
can
cause
noise-induced hearing
loss.
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