Specific Safety Rules

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 edger blade.

Be sure all guards are properly and securely attached.

Replace dull or worn blade; do not attempt to sharpen.

Use this edger for edging along sidewalks, driveways, flower beds, and similar areas. Do not use for any other purpose.

Be thoroughly familiar with the controls. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.

Do not use the edger on or near graveled surfaces.

If the edger strikes any type of foreign object:

a)Stop the edger and remove the spark plug wire or disconnect from the power supply.

b)Inspect for damage to the edger attachment.

c)Correct damage before using the edger attachment. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.

Make yourself familiar with the area you are edging. Be aware of uneven sidewalks and holes in the terrain as well as other similar hazardous conditions (example: wire or

wire rope which can break off and become a dangerous projectile). Always push the edger attachment slowly over rough ground.

Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire or disconnect from power supply before attempting to remove any obstruction caught or jammed in the blade, installing attachment, or making any adjustments.

Do not attempt to remove cut material nor hold material to be cut when the engine is running or when the cutting blade is moving.

Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area.

Always keep your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle when the blade is rotating.

A coasting blade can cause injury while it continues to spin after the engine is stopped or throttle trigger released. Maintain proper control until the blade has completely stopped rotating.

Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instruc- tions also to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.