GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to fol- low all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions and the instructions for the power head thoroughly before using the straight shaft trimmer attachment.
Know the tool. Read and understand the operator’s manual and observe the warnings and instruction labels affixed to the tool.
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.
Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 standards and hearing protection when operating this unit.
Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, jewelry of any kind, or go barefoot.
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medica- tion. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Do not operate in poor lighting.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
When using the attachment on a trimmer with a gasoline engine, do not touch areas around the muffler or cylinder of the power head. These parts get hot from operation. Failure to heed this warning could result in possible seri- ous personal injury.
Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire or disconnect from power supply before mak- ing any adjustments or repairs except for carburetor adjustments.
Inspect unit before each use for loose fasteners and dam- aged or missing parts. Correct before using the trimmer attachment. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.
Use only original manufacturer’s replacement parts. Failure to do so may cause poor performance, possible injury, and will void your warranty.
Do not, under any circumstance, use any attachment or accessory on this product, which was not provided with the product, or identified as appropriate for use with this product in the operator’s manual.
Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use the attach- ment in damp or wet locations. Do not use in rain.
Use the right attachment. Do not use attachment for any job except that for which it is intended.
SAFETY RULES WHEN ATTACHMENT IS ATTACHED TO AN ELECTRIC POWERHEAD
When this attachment is being used with the electric string trimmer, refer to Electrical Safety Rules in the VersaLite™ Electric String Trimmer Operator’s Manual.
Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. Keep cord clear of the working area.
� Do not abuse the power cord. Never carry the product by the cord. Never yank the plug out of the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
� Inspect extension cords for deterioration, cuts, or cracks in the insulation. Repair or replace the cords if any defects appear.
� Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Posi- tion the cord so that it will not come in contact with the attachment when in use. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury.
� Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace them immediately. Touching the damaged area could cause serious injury due to electrical shock.
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