IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS
This unit is for household use only and not for commercial use.
When servicing unit, use only identical replace- ment parts.
Never allow children to operate this unit.
Hazard zone for thrown objects
SBlades can throw objects violently. S Others can be blinded or injured.
S Keep people and animals 30 feet (10 m) away.
SAFETY RULES
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using electric gar- dening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.
This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Read entire instruction manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read, understand, and follow unit and manual warnings and instructions. Never allow children to operate this unit. Close attention is necessary when used near children.
OPERATOR SAFETY
DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM BLADE. Keep both hands on handles when power is on. Do not attempt to clear away cut material when blades are in motion. Remove battery pack from unit before removing jammed ma-
terial from blades. Do not grab or hold unit by blades.
S Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when op- erating, or performing maintenance on your unit. (Safety glasses are available.) Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty. Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Secure hair above shoulder length. Do not go barefoot or wear short pants, sandals, jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts.
SAlways wear hearing protection when us- ing this unit.
SBeing fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants such as poison ivy thrown by the blades, which could be more of a hazard than touching the plant itself.
SStay Alert. Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, upset or under influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are do- ing; use common sense.
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