Craftsman 315.79889 owner manual Dont Overreach or Stand on

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

_1= WARNING: Avoid dangerous environment and guard against electric

shock hazard. Don't use trimmer in rain, in damp or wet locations, or on wet hedges and shrubbery. Use only extension cords in good condition and marked "suitable for use with outdoor appliances" having electrical rating not less than rating of trimmer. Do not use damaged extension cords. Inspect cords periodically and replace if damaged. Do not abuse cord. Never carry trimmer by cord. Do not yank cord to disconnect from receptacles. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, and moving blades.

_L WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only with an extension cord

intended for outdoor use, such as SW-A,

SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A or SJTOW-A.

WHEN OPERATING YOUR TRIMMER - keep extension cord behind trimmer. Never drape it over hedge being trimmed.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY, Do not permit children to contact trimmer or extension

cord. Keep children a safe distance from work area.

RUSE TRIMMER PROPERLY, Use only for trimming the type of shrub, growth, etc, described in the operating instructions, Do not abuse trimmer

IIDON'T FORCE HEDGE TRIMMER. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

DON'T OVERREACH OR STAND ON

UNSTABLE SUPPORT. Keep good footing and balance at all times Do not use on

ladder.

AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF TRIMMER. Before plugging in trimmer, be sure trimmer switch is off. Don'tcarry trimmer with finger on switch.

DISCONNECT (UNPLUG) TRIMMER FROM POWER SUPPLY. Disconnect the

hedge trimmer from power supply when not in use, before servicing, when changing accessories such as blades, when cleaning, and the like,

MAINTAIN TRIMMER WITH CARE. Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect hedge trimmer cord periodically, and if damaged. have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cord periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

STORE TRIMMER INDOORS. When not in

use, store trimmer indoors in a dry place where not accessible to children.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before futher use of the hedge trimmer, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, bind- ing of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repairec

or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR TRIM- MER. For service or repair return the trim- mer to your nearest Sears store. See that only identical replacement parts are used.

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

WARNING: Do not use without front handle in place. Keep both hands on handles when tool is on.

•WEAR HEARING PROTECTION DURING EXTENDED PERIODS OF OPERATION.

•NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO- SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.

•WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTI- CAL CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS.

GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTER- RUPTER (GFCI) PROTECTION SHOULD BE PROVIDED ON THE CIRCUIT(S) OR OUTLET(S) TO BE USED FOR YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER. Receptacles are avail- able having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.