FOR SAFE OPERATION
■KNOW YOUR UNIT
1.Read this Owner's Manual carefully until
you completely understand and can follow
all safety rules, precautions, and operating
instructions before operating the unit.
2.Restrict your unit to users who understand
and follow all safety rules, precautions, and
operating instructions found in this manual.
Children should not be allowed to operate
this unit.
■PLAN AHEAD
1.Dress in a long-sleeved shirt and long
pants. Wear protective gloves and shoes.
Eye and ear protection should be worn at
all times. Do not wear loose clothing,
jewelry, short pants or sandals. Do not go
barefoot.
2.Guard against hazardous situations at all
times. Warn adults to keep pets and
children away from the work area. Establish
a safe method for gaining your attention
during operation. Be careful if you are
approached.
3.Do not operate the unit when you are tired,
ill or upset; or if you are under the influence
of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
4.Inspect the work site before each use.
Remove all debris and objects that could be
thrown, become entangled in the cutting
head, or cause damage during operation.
■HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
1.Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame
(including smoking, open flames, or work
that could cause sparks) in the area where
fuel is mixed, poured, or stored.
2.Mix, pour, and store fuel in an approved,
marked container and in a well ventilated
area.
3.Be sure to stop the engine before refueling
the unit.
4.Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the unit.
5.Wipe up all spills before starting the engine.
Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fuel and refueling site before starting the
engine.
■OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
1.Inspect the entire unit before each use for
worn, loose, or damaged parts. Do not use
until the unit is in proper working order.
2.Keep the handles free of oil and fuel.
3.Never start or run the engine inside a
closed room or building, Exhaust fumes
contain dangerous carbon monoxide.
4.Keep the engine idle speed adjusted
properly so that the cutting head comes to a
complete stop when trigger is released.
5.Be sure to stop the engine before refueling,
inspecting or leaving the unit unattended.
6.Alwaysuse both hands to hold the unit.
7.Do not use any accessory or attachment
other than those bearing the RedMax mark
and are recommended for the unit.
■MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
1.Disconnect the spark plug before
performing all maintenance except for
carburetor adjustment.
2.Use only recommended, genuine
replacement parts to avoid creating hazard
and/or voiding your warranty.
3.Wear protective gloves when handling or
performing maintenance on metal blades.
4.When transporting or storing the unit, drain
fuel from the fuel tank.
5.Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach an open flame
from hot water heaters, furnaces, and so
on.
6.Store the unit in a dry area out of the of
children.
7.All engine service, other than those
explained in this manual, should be
performed by competent service personnel.
Improper service to the muffler and flywheel
could cause serious accidents, resulting in
bodily injury.
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