GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
nClear the work area before each use. Remove all ob- jects, such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string that can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting line.
nWear heavy, long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not wear loose fitting clothing, short pants, or go barefoot. Do not wear jewelry of any kind.
nSecure hair above shoulder level to prevent entan- glement in moving parts.
nDo not allow children or untrained individuals to use this product.
nKeep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. (15 m) away.
nDo not operate this product when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
nDo not operate in poor lighting.
nKeep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Over- reaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces.
nKeep all parts of your body away from moving parts.
nInspect the product before use. Replace any damaged parts before use.
nDo not operate the product in damp or wet locations.
nDo not use the product in the rain.
nWear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when operating this product.
nUse the right product. Use the product for the intended purpose only.
nDo not handle the product with wet hands.
nDo not use the product if the switch does not turn the product on or off. A product that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
nAvoid accidental starting; never carry the product with your finger on the trigger.
nStay alert and pay attention to what you are doing. Use common sense when using this product.
nDo not force the product. It will do a better job with less likelihood of a risk of injury when you operate it at the rate for which it was designed.
nUse the product for cutting grass and light weeds only. Do not use for any other purpose.
nBefore starting the product, position it so that the line does not come in contact with anything you do not intend to cut.
nKeep the grass deflector in place at all times while oper- ating the product. The product may overheat without the grass deflector in place.
nStop the product immediately, unplug it, and check for damage if you strike or become entangled with foreign objects. Do not operate the product before having any damage repaired.
nKeep hands away from the cutting line. Do not attempt to remove cut material or to hold material to be cut when the line is moving. Be sure the unplug the product and the release the trigger when clearing jammed material from the line. Do not grasp the line when picking up or holding the product.
nBe cautious after turning off the product. The line coasts after turning off the product.
nDisconnect the product from the power supply when it is not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
SPECIFIC TRIMMER SAFETY RULES
nReplace the trimmer head if cracked, chipped, or dam- aged in any way. Be sure the trimmer head is properly installed and securely fastened.
nMake sure all guards, straps, deflectors, and handles are properly and securely attached.
nUse only the manufacturer’s replacement line in the trimmer head.
nNever operate the product without the grass deflector in place and in good condition.
nMaintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep the trimmer head below waist level. Never cut with the trimmer head over 30 in. (76 cm) or more above the ground.
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