Country Home Products Men's Trimmer Safety with Gasoline-Powered Machines, Users

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Be cautious when using your DR® TRIMMER/MOWERaround fencing, wires, ropes, and hoses. It is possible that these and other debris can become wound around the line plates of the machine, potentially damaging the bearings or injuring you.

Use the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.

Never operate the machine with a damaged shield or without the shield in place.

Do not operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol or medication.

Watch for traffic when mowing near roadways.

Safety with Gasoline-Powered Machines

WARNING! The items listed in this section will help you keep your DR® TRIMMER/MOWERrunning smoothly and, most importantly, prevent injury to yourself or others. Please review them carefully before starting your machine.

Do not run the engine in an enclosed area or without proper ventilation.

Store all fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose. Plastic containers are more likely to prevent sediment and condensation problems.

Refuel your trimmer outdoors only.

Do not smoke while refueling or operating the machine.

If you spill gasoline, do not attempt to start the engine. Move the machine away from the area of the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until the gas vapors have dissipated. Wipe up any spilled fuel to prevent a fire hazard and properly dispose of the waste.

Allow the engine to cool completely before storing in any enclosure. Never store the machine near an open flame or spark with gas in the tank.

Do not change the engine governor settings or modify the engine speed.

Some state and local regulations require the use of a spark arrester on gasoline-powered engines. Contact your local fire marshal or forest service for specific information pertaining to your area. If you are required to use a spark arrester, please contact one of our Customer Service Representatives at 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) who will assist you in obtaining and installing one.

A Note to All California and Washington State

Users

California and Washington state laws and the local regulations of some other states prohibit you from operating an internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels without an engine spark arrester. All DR® TRIMMER/MOWERSshipped to California and Washington state are shipped with spark arresters. Failure of the owner or operator to maintain this equipment in compliance with state regulations is a misdemeanor under California law and may be in violation of other state and/or federal regulations. Contact your local fire marshal or forest service for specific information in your state.

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DR® TRIMMER/MOWERSafety & Operating Instructions

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Contents DR TRIMMER/MOWER Country Home Products, Inc. All rights reserved Table of Contents DR TRIMMER/MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions Introducing the DR TRIMMER/MOWER About This ManualConventions used in this manual Safety Information Labels Safety ConsiderationsPreparing to Use the DR TRIMMER/MOWER DR TRIMMER/MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions Protecting Yourself Operating the Machine SafelySafety with Gasoline-Powered Machines UsersSetting Up Your DR TRIMMER/MOWER DR TRIMMER/MOWER Package ChecklistDR TRIMMER/MOWER Controls and Features Connecting the Battery Wire Electric-Starting Models Only Adding Oil and Gasoline Adjusting the Handlebar Adjusting the PTA Lever Electric-Starting Operating Your DR TRIMMER/MOWERManual-Starting Engaging the Trimmer Head Stopping the EngineStopping the Cords from Spinning Using PTA Parallel Trimming Action Returning to Flat and Forward Mode Engaging the PTAYour Machine’s Cutting Cords Installing Cords Cord Tips Adjusting the Cutting Height Mow Ball SupportObstacle Tips Heavy Growth Very Dry Conditions Garden Clean-UpWet Conditions SlopesRegular Maintenance Maintaining the DR TRIMMER/MOWERBattery Care For Electric-Starting Models Only Connecting a Battery ChargerRemoving and Reinstalling the Mow-BallSupport Assembly Reassembling the Mow-BallSupport Assembly Reassemble the components in the order shown in FigureRemoving the Stone Guard Flap Removing and Replacing the Bottom ShieldRemoving and Replacing the Belt Adjusting the Belt Tension Through the Trimmer Control Cable Removing and Replacing the Side Shield Removing the Wheels Troubleshooting and Warranty Troubleshooting TableSymptom Possible Cause 1800DR-OWNER 376-9637 for assistance DR TRIMMER/MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions DR TRIMMER/MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions DR TRIMMER/MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions Year Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions Customer Service HotlineDaily Checklist for the DR TRIMMER/MOWER Country Home PRODUCTS, Inc