Craftsman 51157 Allow blades to stop Before removing them from the cut, Transporting and Storage

•Hold the unit firmly with both hands.

•Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach or stand on unstable surfaces.

•Always keep the wheel in contact with the ground.

•Keep all parts of your body away from the blade and muffler.

•Always push the unit slowly over the ground. Stay alert for uneven side- walks, holes in the terrain, large roots. etc.

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Safety Boots __" Glasses

•Do not force the unit. Use only for jobs explained in this manual. Use only for edging. Do not abuse unit. Do not use in rain or wet locations.

•To reduce the risk of fire, do not allow

excessive grass, leaves, or grease to accumulate on the attachment.

•Objects struck by the cutting member can cause serious injuries to persons. The lawn should always be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to edging.

•Never operate without blade shield in place.

WARNING:

Blades can throw objects violently

•You can be blinded or injured.

•Wear safety glasses and boots.

Blades move

momentarily after the

trigger is

Allow blades to stop

before removing them from the cut.

WARNING:

Hazard zone for thrown objects

•Blades can throw objects violently.

•Others can be blinded or injured.

•Keep people and animals 50 feet (15 m) away.

WARNING:

Blades move momentarily after the trigger is released.

•The blades can seriously cut you or others,

•Allow blades to stop before removing them from the cut.

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TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

•Do not grasp or hold exposed blade.

•Stop powerhead before leaving work

area,

•Allow powerhead and gearbox to cool before storing or transporting it in a vehicle.

•Store unit and fuel in area where fuel

vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

•Store attachment so blade cannot ac- cidentally cause injury.

•Store attachment indoors, out of reach of children.

If situations occur which are not cov- ered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assis- tance, call 1-800-235-5878.

,_ WARNING:

Read instruction Manual

•Follow all warnings and instructions,

•Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- tions through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to cir- culation disorders or abnormal swell- ings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture. or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An anti-

vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condi- tion of this unit.

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