Weed Eater PE225, 530087456 manual Electrical Safety, Operator Safety

WARNING: When using electric edg- ers, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. Read all instructions and safety information throughout this manual.

DANGER: THIS POWER TOOL CAN BE

DANGEROUS! This unit can cause seri- ous injury including amputation or blind- ness to operator and others. The warn- ings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to provide rea- sonable safety and efficiency in using this unit. The operator is responsible for following warnings and instructions in this manual and on unit. Read entire Operator’s Manual before assembling and using this unit! Restrict use of this power tool to persons who read, under- stand, and follow warnings and instruc- tions in this manual and on the unit.

Safety Labels on unit

OPERATOR SAFETY

DDress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating, or performing main- tenance on your unit. (Safety glasses are available.) Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty. Al- ways wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals.

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DSecure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove loose clothing and

jewelry or clothing with loosely hang- ing ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts.

DBeing fully covered also helps pro- tect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by the blade.

DStay alert. Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, or under influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are doing; use common

sense.

DAvoid unintentional starting of the unit. Never carry the unit with your finger on the switch. Be sure the

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switch is not in the on position when connecting the extension cord.

DANGER: RISK OF CUT. KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY FROM BLADE AND CUT- TING AREA. Do not attempt to clear away cut material when the blade is in motion. Make sure switch is in the off position and the power source is discon- nected when removing jammed material from the cutting blade. Do not grab or hold unit by the cutting blade.

CAUTION: Blade rotates momentarily after the switch is released.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

DUse only a 120 A.C. voltage supply as shown on the nameplate of unit.

DAvoid dangerous situations. Do not use in the presence of flammable liq- uids or gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to unit.

WARNING: Avoid a dangerous environment. 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. WARNING: To reduce the risk of elec- trical shock, use extension cords specifi- cally marked as suitable for outdoor appliances having an electrical rating not less than the rating of the unit. The cord must be marked with the suffix “W-A.” Use a polarized cord. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Re- place damaged cords. 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 chart in the Extension Cord section shows correct size to be used depend- ing on cord length).

DDo not attempt to repair unit. Inspect insulation and connectors on unit and appliance cord before each use. If there is any damage, do not use until damage is repaired by an Au- thorized Service Dealer.