IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or carbon monoxide poisoning which will cause death or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
n KNOW YOUR TOOL. Read the operator's manual carefully. Learn the machine's applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
nKEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. Never operate the tool with any guard or cover removed. Make sure all guards are operating properly before each use.
nREMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
nTO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, keep children and visitors away. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area.
nKEEP THE AREA OF OPERATION CLEAR OF ALL PERSONS, particularly small children, and pets.
nDO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE IN A CONFINED SPACE where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. Carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and extremely dangerous gas can cause unconsciousness or death.
nUSE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for. Don't use it for a purpose not intended.
nDRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
nDO NOT OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT WHILE BARE- FOOT OR WHEN WEARING SANDALS OR SIMILAR LIGHTWEIGHT FOOTWEAR. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
nEXERCISE CAUTION TO AVOID SLIPPING OR FALLING.
nALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact- resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.
nDON'T OVERREACH OR STAND ON UNSTABLE SUPPORT. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
nUSE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
nNEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped.
nCHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal injury.
nNEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
nKEEP THE ENGINE FREE OF GRASS, LEAVES, OR GREASE to reduce the chance of a fire hazard.
nKEEP THE EXHAUST PIPE FREE OF FOREIGN OBJECTS.
nFOLLOW MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SAFE LOADING, UNLOADING, TRANSPORT, AND STORAGE OF MACHINE.
nBE THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH CONTROLS. Know how to stop the product and bleed pressure quickly.
nKEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline,
nSTAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
nDO NOT OPERATE THE PRODUCT WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY MEDICATION.
nCHECK THE WORK AREA BEFORE EACH USE. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
nDO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center.
nBEFORE CLEANING, REPAIRING, OR INSPECTING, shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.
nAVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.
nNEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
nDO NOT OPERATE WHILE SMOKING OR NEAR AN OPEN FLAME.
nDO NOT OPERATE AROUND dry brush, twigs, cloth rags, or other flammable materials.
nWARNING: RISK OF INJECTION OR INJURY – Do not direct discharge stream at persons.
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