RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your atten- tion to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and under- standing. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
Indicates danger, warning or
caution. Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pic- tographs.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
SYMBOL MEANING
Failure to obey a
DANGER: safety warning will
result in serious injury to yourself or to oth- ers. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Failure to obey a
WARNING: safety warning can result in injury to yourself and others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Failure to obey a
CAUTION: safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
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• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING
•Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the unit.
When using the
WARNING: unit, safety rules. Please read these instructions before oper- ating the unit in order to ensure the safety of the operator and any bystanders. Please keep these instructions for later use.
•Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
•Children must not operate the unit. Teens must be accompanied and guided by an adult.
•All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly before operating the unit.
•Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure. Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any way. Do not operate the unit with loose or dam- aged parts.
•Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard or sharp objects such as glass, wire, etc.
•Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. At a minimum, keep all children, bystanders, and pets out- side a 50 feet (15m.) radius; there still may be a risk to bystanders from thrown objects. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection. If you are approached, stop the unit immediately.
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