RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
this unit. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
•Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves and a long sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.
•The cutting attachment shield must always be in place while operating the unit as a trimmer. Do not operate unit without both trimming lines extended, and the proper line installed. Do not extend the trimming line beyond the length of the shield.
•This unit has a clutch. The cutting attachment remains stationary when the engine is idling. If it does not, have the unit adjusted by an authorized service technician.
•Adjust the handle to your size in order to provide the best grip.
•Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact with anything before starting the unit.
•Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
•Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. Refer to Starting/Stopping Instructions.
•Use the right tool. Only use this tool for its intended purpose.
•Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance.
•Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a firm grip on both handles or grips.
•Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the cutting attachment when it rotates.
•Do not touch the engine, gear housing or muffler. These parts get extremely hot from operation, even after the unit is turned off.
•Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to cut, trim or edge. Do not run the engine at high speed when not cutting.
•Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or when walking from one cutting location to another.
•If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the engine immediately and check for damage. Do not operate before repairing damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
•Stop the unit, switch the engine to off, and disconnect the spark plug for maintenance or repair.
•Use only replacement parts or accessories recommended for this tool that are distributed by Sears or a Craftsman outlet. Use of any replacement parts or accessories purchased elsewhere may be hazardous, and will also void your warranty.
•Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They may become lodged between the cutting attachment and shield.
•To reduce fire hazard, replace a faulty muffler and spark arrestor. Keep the engine and muffler free from grass, leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
•Never store the unit with fuel in the tank, inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame (pilot lights, etc.) or sparks (switches, electrical motors, etc.).
•Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
•Store the unit in a dry area, locked up or up high to prevent unauthorized use or damage, out of the reach of children.
•Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean after each use, see Cleaning and Storage instructions.
•Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them these instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS •
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.
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| • SHARP BLADE |
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