McCulloch MCT2024 user manual Save These Instructions, Safety Precautions, International Symbols

2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical power tool, basic precautions should always be followed to assure maximum safety and optimum performance. Read this manual before assem- bling and operating this power tool. Failure to comply with instructions may result in electrical shock, burns, fire, or personal injury.

MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE RECOMMENDATIONS

VOLTS	EXTENSION CORD	WIRE SIZE
	LENGTH	REQUIRED
	25 feet / 7.5m	18 A.W.G.*
120	50 feet / 15m	16 A.W.G.*
	100 feet / 30m	16 A.W.G.*

*American Wire Gauge

Table 1

12. USE POWER TOOL CORRECTLY - Use this power

tool only for its intended use as described in this

manual. DO NOT SWEEP WITH TRIMMER -

Sweeping refers to tilting stringhead to sweep away

debris from walkways, etc. Your trimmer is a powerful

tool and small stones or other such debris may be

hurled 50 feet or more, causing injury or damage to

nearby property such as automobiles, homes and

windows. Inspect area before starting the power tool

2-2. EXPLANATION OF NOTE, WARNING, and WARRANTY SYMBOL

1.	A NOTE is used to convey additional information, or
	highlight a particular explanation, or to expand a step
	instruction.
2.	A WARNING identifies a procedure which, if not
	undertaken or if improperly done, can result in a seri-
	ous personal injury or damage to the unit and/or
	both.

WARNING

2-1. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURNS, FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY:

1. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS listed in
	this manual before/during operation of this trimmer.
2.	TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK this
	power tool has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
	than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet
	only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the out-
	let, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
	qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not
	change the plug in any way.
3.	INSPECT UNIT FOR DAMAGE to the housing, cord
	or plug. Keep all fasteners tight. Do not use if the
	switch does not turn the unit off properly. Never use
	unit if cord or plug has been damaged, the motor or
	unit itself is not working as it should or has been
	dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped in
	water. Never operate with any air opening blocked.
	Keep air openings free of debris that may reduce air
	flow. Replace damaged parts that are chipped,

a.When using the power tool, an extension cord of adequate size must be used for safety and to prevent loss of power and overheating.

b.The extension cord must be specifically intended for outdoor use and marked “SJ” or “SJT” and with the suffix “WA”. In Canada, the extension cord must be marked “SFTW”.

c.Inspect extension power cord for loose or exposed wires and damaged insulation. If damaged, replace before using power tool.

DO NOT ABUSE CORD - Never carry power tool by cord or pull cord to disconnect from outlet. Keep cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Do not expose cord to heated surfaces, oil or water. Do not pull cord around sharp edges, corners or close door on cord.

6.NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE - Your dou-

ble insulated power tool has no serviceable parts inside. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. For service information, contact the McCulloch Product Service Department listed on the back cover of this User Manual.

	to remove debris and other objects that can cause
	damage during operation.
13.	DO NOT USE ACCESSORIES or attachments
	except as recommended and provided by McCulloch.
	Do not use any type of wire or metal cutting line.
14.	DO NOT OVERREACH - Keep firm footing and bal-
	ance at all times.
15.	AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING - Do not carry
	plugged in trimmer with your finger on the switch.
16.	DISCONNECT trimmer from power supply when not
	in use and before servicing stringhead.
17.	STORE trimmer indoors. Appliance should be stored
	in a dry, high or locked up place - out of the reach of
	children.
18.	Don’t grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting
	edges when picking up or holding the power tool.
19.	Do not force appliance - it will do the job better and
	witth less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for
	which it was designed.

3. (WARRANTY SYMBOL) serves notice that

unless instructions or procedures are followed, any damage will void the warranty and repairs will be at owner’s expense. Service other than user mainte- nance should be performed by a McCulloch Authorized Service Center. Damage or conditions caused by improper maintenance practices which render this product inoperable will void the manufac- turer’s warranty.

4.FOR WARRANTY OR SERVICE contact the nearest McCulloch Authorized Service Center.

2-3. INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

1.Read the User Manual (Figure 2-1).

2.Use of these personal safety items is highly recom- mended to reduce the risk of accidental injury (Figure 2-2).

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	cracked or damaged in any way.
4.	DOUBLE INSULATED to help protect against
	electric shock. Double insulation construction

consists of 2 separate “layers” of electric insulation. power tool built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded. As a result, the extension cord used with your unit can be plugged into any conventional 120 volt electrical outlet. Normal safety precautions must be observed when operating an electrical power tool. The double insulation system is only for added protection against injury resulting from a possible internal electrical insulation failure.

5.EXTENSION CORD - Use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use. Match wire gauge to the cord length. See table below. A 2-wire cord with- out a ground connection may be used since this power tool is double insulated. If in doubt of proper wire size, use the next heavier gauge. Please note that the smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

7.RISK OF EYE INJURY - Always wear goggles or other suitable eye protection when operating your trimmer. Edging increases the risk of injury caused by flying debris. Always keep bystanders at a safe distance.

8.KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY from rotating line. Do not operate without guard attached.

9.DRESS PROPERLY - Always wear long pants, shoes and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewel- ry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot.

10.KEEP AREA CLEAR - Keep everyone, especially children and pets away from the area of operation. Turn off unit immediately if you are approached.

Never allow children to operate the appliance to be used as a toy or to run unattended at any time.

11.AVOID A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT - Do not use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases, smoking or burning materials to avoid creating a fire or explosion. Never operate the trimmer in wet or damp conditions or around swimming pools, hot tub, etc. Do not use in rain. Do not handle plug, cord or appliance with wet hands.

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Use of these personal safety items is highly recommended to reduce the risk of accidental injury.

Read the User Manual.

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