Sears 172.79183 warranty Safety Rules for Electric Edgers, Additional Rules for Safe Operation

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.

SAFETY RULES FOR ELECTRIC EDGERS cont.

7.ALWAYS hold the Edger with both hands on the Handle and NEVER reach near or under the Blade Guard.

8.AVOID accidental starting. DO NOT carry a plugged in Edger with your finger on the Power Switch Lever.

9.DO NOT carry the Edger by the extension cord or pull the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

10.DO NOT FORCE the Edger. Do not try to cut more than what the Edger is designed for. It will do a better job with less chance of injury when used at the rate for which it is designed.

11.MAINTAIN the Edger with care. ALWAYS inspect the extension cord and replace if damaged.

12.KEEP the Handle dry, clean and free of oil and grease. Use a clean cloth when cleaning. DO NOT use solvents, brake fluids, gasoline, or other petroleum products to clean the Edger. They can damage plastic parts.

13.NEVER, for any reason, touch the cutting blade or other moving parts during use.

14.KEEP Blade Guard in place and in good working order. Keep Guard positioned over blade. Keep hands and feet away from cutting blade.

15.ALWAYS store the Edger indoors when not in use. It should be stored in a dry place, high up or locked in a place that is out of the reach of children.

16.ALWAYS use only the blade provided with this Edger or sold specifically for this Edger. Use of any other blades may create a hazardous situation.

17.ALWAYS keep ventilation openings clear of debris.

18.KEEP ALL BYSTANDERS AWAY at a safe distance from the work area, especially children. Make sure that persons and pets are at least 100 feet away.

!WARNING: Some dust particles created by lawn and garden tools contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

•Compounds in fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, and insecticides.

•Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:

•Work in a well-ventilated area

•Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.

!WARNING: NEVER reach under the Edger (blade area) until you have unplugged Edger and the Edger has come to a complete stop.

The Edger’s blade will continue to rotate for a few seconds after it is switched off.

ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

!WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

1.ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this Edger.

Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.

2.PROTECT your lungs. Wear a face mask, dust mask or respirator if the operation is dusty.

3.PROTECT your hearing. Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some conditions noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.

4.ALL VISITORS AND BYSTANDERS MUST wear the same safety equipment that the operator of the tool wears.

5.ALWAYS check the tool for damaged parts. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine if it will operate properly and perform its intended function. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced at a Sears or other qualified service dealer.

6.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use them

to instruct others who may use this tool. If someone borrows this tool, make sure they have these instructions also.

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