RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates danger, warning or caution. Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
NOTE:Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in injury to yourself and others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION •
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING
•Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the unit.
•Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
•Children under the age of 15 must not use the unit; teens can operate the unit with adult guidance.
•All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly before operating the unit.
•Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure. Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
•Carefully inspect the surrounding area before starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard or sharp objects such as glass and wire.
•Clear the area of children, bystanders and pets; keep them outside a
•Squeeze the throttle control and check that it returns automatically to the idle position. Make all adjustments or repairs before using unit.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS UNITS
WARNING: Gasoline is highly flammable, and its vapors can explode if ignited. Take the following precautions:
•Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and approved for the storage of such materials.
•Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
•Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank, or add fuel, when the engine is hot. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place. Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
•Add fuel in a clean,
Wipe up any spilled fuel from the unit immediately.
•Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site before starting the engine. Do not smoke and keep sparks and open flames from the area while adding fuel or operating the unit.
WHILE OPERATING
•Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this unit only in a well ventilated area outdoors.
•To reduce the risk of injury caused by thrown objects, wear safety glasses or goggles that meet ANSI Z87.1 standards and are marked as such. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
•Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves and a long sleeve shirt. Do not wear short pants, sandals or operate barefoot.
•To reduce the risk of injury associated with objects being drawn into rotating parts, do not wear jewelry, scarves or loose clothing. Secure hair above shoulder.
•Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
•Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel.
•This unit has a clutch. The tines remain stationary when the engine is idling. If they do not, have the unit adjusted by an authorized service technician.
•Be sure the tines are not in contact with anything before starting the unit.
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