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IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
DANGER! This pruner can
bedangerous! Carelessor im -
proper use can cause
serious or even fatal injury.
Read and understand the
instruction manual before
using the pruner.
DANGER! Falling objects can cause severe head injury. Wear head
protection when operating this unit. Do not stand beneath branch being
cut.
Alwayswear appropriate earprotection, eye protection andhead protection.
SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Alwaysdisconnect spark
plugwire and place wire where it cannot contact
spark plug to prevent accidental starting when
setting up, transporting, adjusting or making re-
pairs except carburetor adjustments.
Becausea pruner isa high-speed wood-cutting
tool, special safety precautions must be ob-
servedto reduce the risk of accident s. Careless
orimproper use of this t ool can cause seriousor
even fatal injury.

PLAN AHEAD

SRead this manual carefully until you
completely understand and can follow all
safety rules, precautions, and operating
instructions before attempting to use the unit.
SRestrict the use of your prunert o adult users
who understand and can follow safety rules,
precautions, and operating instructions found
on the unit and in this manual.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
SWear protective gear. Always use
steel-toed safety footwear wit h non-slip
soles; snug-fitting c lothing; heavy, long
pants, and long sleeves; heavy-duty,
non-slip gloves; eye protection such as
non-fogging, vented goggles or face
screen; an approved safety hard hat; and
sound barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to
protect your hearing. Regularusers should
have hearing checked regularly as engine
noise can damage hearing. Secure hair
above shoulder length. Secure or remove
loose clothing and jewelry orclothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
Snug
Fitting
Clothing
Safety
Shoes Safety Chaps
Heavy Duty
Gloves
Eye
Protection
Hearing
Protection
Safety Hat
SKeep all parts of your body awayfrom the
chain when the engine is running.
SKeep children, bystanders, and animals a
minimum of 50 feet (15 meters) awayfrom
thework area. Donot allow other peopl e or
animals to be near when starting or
operating the pruner.
HAZARDZONE
50 feet
(15 meters)
DANGER: Do not
use near electrical
wires or power lines.
Keep pruner at least
30 feet (10 meters)
away from all power
lines.