Weed Eater 530163993 instruction manual Operator Safety, Electrical Safety, This manual

IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury. The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, and to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using this unit. The operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Read the entire instruction manual before assembling and using the unit! Re- strict the use of this unit to persons who read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Never allow children to use this unit. Close attention is necessary when used near children.

OPERATOR SAFETY

DAlways wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating, servicing, or performing maintenance on your unit. Wearing eye protection can help to pre- vent rocks or debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and face which can

result in blindness or serious injury.

D Always wear a respirator or face mask when working with the unit in dusty envi- ronments.

D Dress safely in long pants. Do not go barefoot or wear short pants or sandals.

D Do not operate the unit when you are tired, ill, upset, or if you are under the influ- ence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

DSecure hair so it is above shoulder length. Keep loose hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all other parts of the body away from openings and moving parts. Hair, jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc., can be caught in moving parts.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

WARNING: Avoid a dangerous en- vironment. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use in rain, in damp or wet locations, or around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not expose to snow, rain, or water to avoid the possibility of electrical shock. Do not handle extension cord plug or unit with wet hands.

DUse only a voltage supply as shown on the nameplate of the unit.

DAvoid dangerous situations. Do not use in presence of flammable liquids or gases to

avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to unit.

D Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in unventilated areas or where dust or explosive vapors can build up.

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DTo reduce the risk of electrical shock, use extension cords specifically marked as suitable for outdoor appliances. The electrical rating of the cord must be higher than the rating of the unit. The cord must be marked with the suffix “W-A” (in Cana- da, “W”). Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Inspect extension cord before use and replace if damaged. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. (NOTE: The correct size to be used de- pending on the cord length is shown in

this manual).

DInspect the insulation and connectors on the unit and extension cord before each use. If there is any damage, do not use until damage is repaired by your autho- rized service dealer. Do not pull or carry by cord; do not use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Do not unplug by

pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

D Tie cord to cord retainer and connect to recessed plug as shown in this manual to prevent damage to unit and/or extension cord and to reduce the possibility of the extension cord disconnecting from the unit during operation.

D Don’t use the unit if the switch does not turn the unit on and off properly. Have the unit repaired by an authorized service dealer.

D Keep extension cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Do not expose cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges.

D Avoid any body contact with any grounded conductor, such as metal