SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Inspect before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure fasteners are in place and secure. Check for fuel leaks.
Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. Be sure the string head or blade is properly installed and securely fastened. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.
Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors, and handles are properly and securely attached.
Use only the manufacturer’s replacement line in the cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment. To install any other brand of replacement line or cutting head to this string trimmer can result in serious personal injury. Never use, for example, wire or
Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place and in good condition.
Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep string head below waist level. Never cut with the string head located over 30 in. or more above the ground.
This product is intended for infrequent use by homeowners and other occasional users for such general applications as trimming light and heavy vegetation, etc. It is not intended for prolonged use. Prolonged periods of operation can cause circulatory problems in the user’s hands due to vibration. For such use, it may be appropriate to use a saw having an
SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe operation of this product.
Symbol | Name | EXPLANATION |
| Safety Alert | Precautions that involve your safety. |
| Read the Operator’s Manual | To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and under- |
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| Wear eye protection which is marked to comply |
| Wear Eye and Hearing Protection | with ANSI Z87.1 as well as hearing protection when |
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| Keep Bystanders Away | Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away. |
| Ricochet | Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury |
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| No Blade | Do not install or use any type of blade on a product dis- |
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The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
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| DANGER: | Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result |
| in death or serious injury. | |
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| WARNING: | Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result |
| in death or serious injury. | |
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| CAUTION: | Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in |
| minor or moderate injury. | |
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| CAUTION: | (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property |
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