RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
•Check for damaged parts. Before further use of the unit, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may effect the units operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
•Store the unit inside in a dry place, either locked up or up high to prevent unauthorized use or damage. Keep out of the reach of children.
•Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean after each use, see Cleaning and Storage instructions.
•Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
•Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them these instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.
SYMBOLMEANING
•SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
•WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Read the operator's manual before starting or operating this unit. Failure to follow operating instructions and safety precautions in the operator's manual can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
•FOR SERVICE INFORMATION, CALL:
USA:
CANADA:
•WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING: Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards, and ear/hearing protection when operating this unit.
• DO NOT USE IN THE RAIN
WARNING: Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate your unit in the rain, or in damp or wet conditions. Moisture is a shock hazard.
•KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
WARNING: Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m) from the operating area.
•KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADES
WARNING: Moving blades can cause severe injury. Do not touch the blades when starting or while operating the unit.
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