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UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
carburetor adjustments.
S Look for and replace damaged or loose
parts before each use. Look for and repair
fuel leaks beforeuse. Keepin goo dworking
condition.
S Replace trimmer head parts that are
chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in
any other way before using the unit.
S Maintain unit according to recommended pro-
cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.
S Use only 0.080″ (2 mm) diameter line. Never
use wire, rope, string, etc.
S Install required shield properly before using
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;
make sure it is properly installed and se-
curely fastened.
S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower
end supported to prevent line from contact-
ing any object.
S Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Use only recommended McC ulloch a cces-
sories and replacement parts.
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this m anual performed by an au-
thorized service dealer .
FUEL SAF ETY
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
S Keep away from sparks or flames.
S Use a container approved for fuel.
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuelor
the unit.
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel
spills.
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fueling site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow to cool before re-
moving fuel cap.
S Always store gasoline in a container ap -
proved for flammable liquids.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Allow engine tocool before storing or trans-
porting in vehicle.
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-
porting theunit. Use upfuel leftinthecarbu-
retor by starting the engine and letting it run
until it stops.
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from wa-
ter heaters, electric motors or switches, fur-
naces, etc.
S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot acci-
dentally cause injury . The unit can b e hu ng
by the shaft.
S Store unit out of reach of children.
WARNING: The engine exhaust
from this product contains chemicals known
totheStateof California tocause cancer,birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations
through p rolonged use o f gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
people prone to circulation disorders or abnor-
mal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather
has been linked to blood vessel damage in
otherwise heal thy peopl e. If symptoms occur
such as numbness, pain, loss of strength,
change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling
in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the
use of this tool and seek medical attention. An
anti--vibration system does not guarantee the
avoidance of these problems. Users who oper-
ate power tools on a continual and regular basis
must monitor closely their physical condition
and the condition of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped
with a temperature limiting muf fler and spark
arresting screen which meets the require-
ments of California Codes 4442and 4443. All
U.S. forest land and the states of California,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey , Ore-
gon, and Washington require by law that
many internal combustion engines be
equippedwithaspark arresting screen. Ifyou
operatein alocalewheresuch regulations ex-
ist, you are legallyresponsible formaintaining
the operating condition oftheseparts. Failure
to do so is a violation of the law. For normal
homeowner use,the mu fflerand spark arrest-
ing screen will not require any service. After
50 hours of u se, we recommend that your
muffler be serviced or replaced by an a utho-
rized service dealer .
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
trimmed before each u se. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which
can be thrown b yor becomeentangled inline.
Hard objects can damage the trimmer head
and be thrown causing serious injury.
S Keep others including children, animals,
bystanders, andhelpers at least 50 feet (15
meters) a way. Bystanders should be encour-
aged to w ear safety glasses. Stop engine
immediately if you are approached.
S Use only f or trimming, scalping, mowing and
sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or
hedge trimming.
S Cut from your right to your left. Cutting on
left side of the shield will throw debris away
from the operator.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR OPTIONAL ATTAC HMENTS
WARNING: For each optional attach-
ment used, read entire instruction manual be-
fore use and follow all warnings and instructions
in manual and on attachment.
WARNING: Ensure handlebar is
installed when using brushcutter attachment.
Attach handlebarabove arrow on safety label
on the upper shaft (engine end of u nit). If your
brushcutter attachment does not include a
handlebar, a handlebar accessory kit
(#530071451) is available from your autho-
rized service dealer .