•Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit by the extension cord or yank extension cord to disconnect unit.
•Use cord retainer to prevent disconnection of extension cord from unit and possible damage to the unit due to plug movement (see ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO YOUR TRIMMER in the OPERATION section).
•Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn the unit on and off properly. Repairs to the switch must be made by your autho- rized service dealer.
•Keep the extension cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Do not expose cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges.
•To avoid the possibility of electric shock, avoid body contact with any grounded con- ductor, such as metal fences or pipes.
•Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on circuit or outlet to be used. Receptacles are avail- able having
UNIT SAFETY
•Inspect unit before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure all handles, guards, and fasteners are in place and securely fas- tened. Parts that are damaged must be re- paired or replaced by an authorized service dealer. These include head parts that are cracked, or chipped, guards, and any other part that is damaged.
•Do not repair unit yourself.
•Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) diameter recommended trimmer line (see USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section). Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
•Use specified trimmer spool. Make sure spool is properly installed and all parts are securely fastened.
•Use only WEED EATER replacement parts and accessories as recommended.
CUTTING SAFETY
•Inspect area to be cut. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become en- tangled in cutting head.
•Do not overreach or stand on unstable sup- port. Keep firm footing and balance.
•Keep the cutting head below waist level. Do not raise handles above your waist. Cutting head can come dangerously close to your body.
•Keep away from cutting head and spinning line.
•Use unit properly. Use only for trimming, edging, scalping, and mowing. Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
•Use only in daylight or in good artificial light.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect unit from the power supply before performing mainte- nance, or when changing trimmer line.
•Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep cutting line at proper length. Follow instructions for changing trimmer line.
•Have all service and maintenance not ex- plained in this manual performed by an au- thorized service dealer to avoid creating a hazard.
•Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Clean unit and decals with a damp sponge. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
•Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid overheating the motor. Clean after each use.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
•Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use.
•Carry the unit with motor stopped.
•Store the unit so the line limiter blade (on underside of shield) cannot cause injury.
•Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of the reach of children. Store unit unplugged.
•Do not hang unit so that the trigger switch is depressed.
DOUBLE INSULATION
CONSTRUCTION
This unit is double insulated to help protect against electric shock. Double insulation constructionconsists of two separate “layers” of electrical insulation instead of grounding. Tools built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. No grounding means is provided on this unit, nor should a means of grounding beadded to this unit. As a result, the extension cord used with your unit can be plugged into any standard 120 volt electrical outlet.
Safety precautions must be observed when operating any electrical tool. The double in- sulation system only provides added protec- tion against injury resulting from an internal electrical insulation failure.
WARNING: All electrical repairs to this unit, including housing, switch, motor, locking sleeve assembly, wires, etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double in- sulated appliance must be recommended by the manufacturer. A double insulated ap- pliance is marked with the words “double in- sulation” or “double insulated”. The symbol
(square within a square) | may also be |
marked on the appliance. Failure to have the unit repaired by qualified service personnel can cause the double insulation construction to become ineffective and result in serious injury.
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