return it to your Sears Service Center for repair.
•Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit or outlet to be used for the
powerhead. Receptacles are avail- able having
Your powerhead should be double in- sulated to help protect against electric shock. Double insulation construction
consists of two separate "layers" of electrical insulation instead of ground- ing. Tools and appliances built with a double insulation system are not in- tended to be grounded. Safety pre-
cautions must be observed when op- erating any electrical tool. The double insulation system only provides added protection against injury resulting from an internal electrical insulation failure.
_I_WARNING: All repairs to an electric powerhead, including housing, switch, motor, etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by qualified service per- sonnel. Replacement parts for a double insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace. A
double insulated appliance is marked with the words "double insulation" or
"double insulated". The symbolFSq (square within a square) may also be
marked on the appliance. Failure to have the unit repaired by your Sears Service Center can cause the double insulation construction to become inef- fective and result in serious injury.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
_I, WARNING: Disconnect power- head spark plug (or disconnect power- head from power source) before per- forming maintenance.
•Inspect entire unit before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place and securely fastened.
•Maintain unit according to recom- mended procedures.
•Throw away blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged before using the unit.
•Use only recommended Craftsman parts and accessories. Never use
wire, wire rope, string, flailing de- vices, etc.
•Be sure blade stops turning when engine idles (see CARBURETOR AD- JUSTMENTS section of powerhead manual).
•Remove the blade before making car- buretor adjustments. Hold the unit by hand. Do not make carburetor adjust- ments from the blade side of the unit.
•Keep others away when making car- buretor adjustments.
•Never start the unit with the clutch housing removed. The clutch can fly off and cause serious injury.
•Have all maintenance and service not
explained in this manual performed by a Sears Service Center.
•If blade strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps: stop unit and disconnect spark plug wire (or disconnect from
power source), inspect for damage, and repair any damage before resum- ing operation of the unit.
EDGING SAFETY
_h_WARNING: Inspect the area to be edged before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown by the blade or can wrap around the shaft.
•Keep others including children, ani- mals, bystanders, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 meters) away. Stop the unit immediately if you are ap- proached.
•Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
•Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach or stand on unstable surfaces.
•Always keep the wheel in contact with the ground.
•Keep all parts of your body away from the blade and muffler.
•Always push the unit slowly over the ground. Stay alert for uneven side- walks, holes in the terrain, large roots, etc.
•Do not force the unit. Use only for jobs explained in this manual. Use only for edging. Do not abuse unit. Do not use in rain or wet locations.
•To reduce the risk of fire, do not allow
excessive grass, leaves, or grease to accumulate on the attachment.
•Objects struck by the cutting member can cause serious injuries to persons. The lawn should always be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to edging.
•Never operate without blade shield in place.
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