Craftsman 316.792490 Anger, Safety Instructions, Safety Warnings for GAS Powerheads and Hedge

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Service Information		1
Rules for	Safe Operation	2
Warranty	Information	4
Know Your Unit		5
Assembly	Instructions	5
Operating	Instructions	6
Maintenance and Repair Instructions		7
Specifications		7
Parts List	..........................................	E11

Before beginning, locate the unit'smodel plate. It lists the model and serial numbers of your unit. Refer to the sample plate below and copy the information for future reference.

Model Number
Serial N__u\mber	--_	Parent Part Number
S/N :	ITEM :	/

Copy the model and parent part number here:

Copy the serial number here:

careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they

ihe purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

SYMBOL MEANING i [SYMBOL MEANING

H SAFETY ALERT: Indicates danger, warning or caution. Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

WARNING: Failure to obey a 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.

CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may

result in property damage or personal injury to yourself I or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to

	in serious	injury to yourself				or to	others. Always	follow	reduce the r sk of f re, e ectr c shock and persona n ury.J
l_bb,	the safety	precautions			to reduce		the risk of fire,	electric
	ANGER:		Failure	to	obey	a safety warning will result
	shock and		personal	injury.

Read the Operator's Manual and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the

operator and/or bystanders.

FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-659-5917

• IMPORTANT	SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING	SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS POWERHEADS AND HEDGE
	TRIMMERS

safety rules. Please read these instructions before operating 1 the unit in order to ensure the safety of the operator and any

lWARN ING: When using the unit, you must follow the bystanders. Please keep these instructions for later use.

vapors can explode if ignited. Take the following

precautions:WARNING: Gasoline is highly flammable, and its

•Carefully read and understand the operator's manual of the unit that powers this attachment.

Read this operating instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.

Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults unfamiliar with the instructions to use the unit. Never

allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction. All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly

Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and approved for the storage of such materials.

Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank, or add fuel, when the engine is hot. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place. Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank. Mix and add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated area outdoors where there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove the fuel cap only after stopping engine. Do not smoke while fueling or mixing fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel from the unit immediately.

before operating the unit.

Inspect the unit before use. Ensure the blade is installed correctly and secure.

Clear the area to be hedged before each use. Remove all objects

such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the hedge trimmer attachment.

Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.

Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site

before starting the engine. Do not smoke. Keep sparks and open flames away from the area while adding fuel or operating the unit.

Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building.

Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this unit only in a well ventilated area outdoors.