General Safety Instructions The Properly Equipped Operator
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to operate this unit safely.
WARNING!
Never operate power equipment of any kind
if you are tired or if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, medication or any other substance that could affect your ability or judgement.
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire!
NEVER smoke or light fires near the unit.
ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling. Avoid overfill ing and wipe off any fuel that may have spilled.
ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel leaks before each use. During each refill, check that no fuel leaks from around the fuel cap and/or fuel tank. If fuel leaks are evident, stop using the unit immediately. Fuel leaks must be re paired before using the unit.
ALWAYS move the unit to a place well away from a fuel storage area or other readily flammable materials before starting the engine.
NEVER place flammable material close to the engine muffler.
Wear hearing protection devices and a
Wear
clothing to protect legs and arms. Gloves offer added protection and are strongly recommended. Do not wear clothing or jewelry that could get caught in machinery or underbrush. Secure
long hair so that
it is above shoulder level. NEVER wear shorts!
Keep a proper footing
and do not overreach. Maintain your balance at all times during operation.
Always wear eye protection such as goggles or safety glasses to shield against thrown objects.
Always wear a harness when operating a unit equipped with a blade.
Always operate with both hands firmly gripping the unit.
When operating with a blade, make sure the handle is positioned to provide you with maximum protection from contacting the blade.
Keep away from the rotating trimmer line or blade at all times, and never lift a moving attachment above
NEVER run the engine without the spark arrester screen in place.
Wear appropriate footwear | Always make sure the appropriate |
cutting attachment shield is correctly | |
boots or shoes): do not wear | installed and in good condition. |
shoes or sandals. Never work bare- |
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footed! |
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