SAFETY RULES
WARNING: When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should al- ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.
This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following instructions and warn- ings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruc- tion manual before using unit! Be thoroughly fa- miliar with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read, understand, and follow instructions and warnings on unit and in manual. Never allow children to operate this unit.
INSTRUCTION | SAFETY INFORMATION |
MANUAL | ON THE UNIT |
DANGER: Never use blades, wire, or flailing devices. This unit is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories or attachments will increase the risk of injury.
WARNING: Trimmer line throws ob- jects violently. You and others can be blinded/ injured. Wear safety glasses and leg protec- tion. Keep body parts clear of rotating line.
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 15 me- ters away. If approached stop unit immediately.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgement. If you need assistance, contact your authorized service dealer.
OPERATOR SAFETY
S Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when op- erating, or performing maintenance, on your unit (safety glasses are available). Eye protection should be marked Z87.
SAlways wear face or dust mask if operation
is dusty.
S Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards is recommended.
S Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning line.
SSecure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove loose clothing or clothing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts.
SBeing fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
SStay Alert. Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, upset or under the influence of al-
cohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are doing; use common sense.
SWear hearing protection. Long or continu- ous exposure to high noise levels may cause permanent hearing impairment.
SNever start or run inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
SKeep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
SDisconnect the spark plug before performing
maintenance except carburetor adjustments. S Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep in good working
condition.
S Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way before using the unit.
SMaintain unit according to recommended pro-
cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.
SUse only 2 mm diameter McCulloch→ brand line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
SInstall required shield properly before using
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head; make sure it is properly installed and se- curely fastened.
SMake sure unit is assembled correctly as shown in this manual.
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower end supported to prevent line from contact- ing any object.
SKeep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
SUse only recommended McCulloch→ ac- cessories and replacement parts.
SHave all maintenance and service not ex- plained in this manual performed by an au- thorized service dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
SMix and pour fuel outdoors.
SKeep away from sparks or flames. S Use a container approved for fuel.
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit.
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills. S Move at least 3 meters away from fueling
site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow to cool before re- moving fuel cap.
S Always store gasoline in a container ap- proved for flammable liquids.
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