SDo not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit.
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.
SMove at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow to cool before removing fuel cap.
S Always store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by or become entangled in line. Hard objects can damage trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury.
S Use only for trimming, mowing, and sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning, or hedge trimming.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
S Keep all parts of your body away from spinning line and muffler. Keep engine below waist level. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
SCutting with the line on left side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator.
SUse only in daylight or good artificial light.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Allow the engine to cool; secure unit before storing or transporting in vehicle.
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.
S Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot accidentally cause injury. Unit can be hung by the tube.
S Store the unit out of the reach of children.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations 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 circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. 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
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the
requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by law that many internal combustion engines be equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. For normal homeowner use, the muffler and spark arresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by your Authorized Service Dealer.
WARNING: Make sure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.
ADJUST THE HANDLE
SLoosen wing nut on handle.
S Rotate handle to upright position and tighten in a comfortable position between the trigger and the safety label on the tube. Tighten handle securely.
ATTACH THE SHIELD
WARNING: The shield must be properly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others and is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper length. The line limiter blade (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.
S Insert bracket into slot in shield. Tighten wing nut securely.
Slot
| Bracket |
Shield | Wing |
| Nut |
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic
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