OWNER’S MANUAL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PRODUCT SAFETY
1.Read and understand this Owner’s/Operator’s Manual before using this product. Be thoroughly familiar with the proper use of this equipment.
2.Make sure the product is correctly assembled and installed prior to use.
3.Never allow children to operate the product. Never allow adults to operate the unit without first reading the Owner’s/Operator’s Manual.
4.Never operate this product without proper guards or other protective safety devices in place.
5.Before each use, inspect the product. Replace damaged parts. Make sure all fasteners are in place and tightened securely.
6.If running problems or excessive vibration occur, stop immediately and inspect the unit for the cause. If the cause cannot be determined, or is beyond your ability to correct, return the product to your servicing dealer for repair.
7.Do not use this product for any job except that for which it is intended.
OPERATOR SAFETY
1.Never operate this product when you are tired, ill, or while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
2.Always wear eye protection that complies with ANSI (American National Standards Institute)
3.Wear hearing protection.
4.Always wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.
5.To reduce risk of injury associated with inhalation of dust wear a face filter mask in dusty conditions.
6.Always operate with both hands firmly gripping the product.
7.Keep clear of the rotating belts and paddles at all times.
8.Never raise a moving attachment above waist level.
9.Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear at all times.
10.To reduce risk of injury associated with contact with a rotating part, stop engine before installing or removing attachments.
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