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GENERAL SAFETY RULES READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Read the operator’s manual carefully. Learn the
machine’s applications and limitations as well as the
specific potential hazards related to this machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
PERSONAL SAFETY
Gasoline operated machines can cause death or
serious injury through exposure to dangerous fumes,
loss of control, or contact with hot surfaces or moving
parts. To reduce the risk of injury, observe the following:
7. DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE IN A CONFINED
SPACE where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes
can collect. Carbon monoxide, a colorless, odor-
less, and extremely dangerous gas, can cause
unconsciousness, serious injury, or death.
8. ALWAYS WEAR SAFE TY G LASSES WITH SID E
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-
resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses. All
visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a
safe distance from work area.
9. KEEP AWAY FROM HOT PARTS. The muffler and
other engine parts become very hot, use caution.
10. BE CAREFUL TO AVOID SLIPPING OR FALLING.
DON’T OVERREACH OR STAND ON UNSTABLE
SUPPORT. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or
when wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear.
Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet
and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
11. NEVER STAND ON MACHINE. You can loose your
balance or tip the machine, resulting in serious injury
due to slip or fall.
12. STAY ALERT AND BE CAREFUL. DO NOT OPERATE
THE PRODUCT WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY MEDICATION. Watch
what you are doing and use common sense. Do not
operate machine when you are tired. Do not rush.
13. KEEP GUARDS AND COVERS IN PLACE and in work-
ing order at all times. Never operate the machine with
any guard or cover removed.
GASOLINE SAFETY
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled
with care. To reduce the risk of burn injury, fire, or
explosion, observe the following:
1. ALW AYS RE FUEL OUTD OOR S AWAY F ROM
SPARKS, FIRE, OR OTHER IGNITION SOURCES.
Never refuel indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.
Do not smoke while handling fuel.
2. NEVER REMOVE THE CAP OF THE FUEL TANK OR
ADD FUEL WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR
WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT.
3. LOOSEN FUEL CAP SLOWLY to release pressure and
to keep fuel from escaping around the cap. Replace
fuel tank and fuel container caps securely.
4. ENSURE THE FUEL LEVEL IS A MINIMUM 1/2 INCH
BELOW THE TOP OF THE TANK. During operation,
the engine heat may warm the fuel, causing expan-
sion. If the tank is too full, expanding fuel can leak
from the tank.
5. USE CARE WHEN FILLING TO AVOID SPILLAGE. If
fuel is spilled, wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Never
attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any circum-
stances. Do not attempt to start the engine until fuel
vapors have dissipated. Move the machine at least
30 feet away from the spill area and avoid creating
any ignition source.
6. STORE FUEL IN AN APPROVED CONTAINER IN A
COOL, WELL-VENTILATED AREA, safely away from
spark and/or flame-producing equipment.