WHILE OPERATING

•Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this unit only in a well ventilated area outdoors.

•Wear safety glasses or goggles and ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.

•Wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves and a long sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.

•The cutting head guard must always be in place while operating the unit. Do not operate unit without both trimming lines extended, and the proper line installed. Do not extend the trimming line beyond the length of the guard.

•This unit does not have a clutch. The cutting head continues rotating when the engine is idling. Have the unit adjusted by an authorized service technician.

•Adjust the D-Handle to your size to provide you with the best grip.

•Be sure the cutting head is not in contact with anything before starting the unit.

•Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.

•Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a firm grip on both the front and rear handle or grips.

•Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. Refer to the Starting/Stopping Instructions.

•Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose in which it was intended.

•Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance while operating unit.

•Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the cutting head when it is rotating.

•Do not touch the engine, gear housing or muffler. These parts get extremely hot from operation. When turned off they remain hot for a short time.

•Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to cut, trim or edge. Do not run the engine at high speed when not cutting.

•Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or when walking from one cutting location to another.

•If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the engine immediately and check for damage. Do not operate before repairing damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.

•Stop the unit, switch the engine to off and disconnect the spark plug wire for maintenance or repair.

•Use only original equipment replacement parts and accessories for this unit. These are available from your authorized service dealer. Use of any non-MTD parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and void your warranty.

•Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They may become lodged between the cutting head and guard.

•To reduce fire hazard, replace faulty muffler and spark arrestor, keep the engine and muffler free from grass, leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up.

OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS

•Never store the unit with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

•Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to secure the unit while transporting. Refer to Off Season Storage.

•Store the unit in a dry area, locked up or up high to prevent unauthorized use or damage, out of the reach of children.

•Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean after each use, referring to Off Season Storage.

•Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them these instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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