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SAFETY RULES
WARNING: When using gardening
appliances, bas ic safety pr ecautions must al-
ways befollowed t oreducetherisk offireand
serious injury . Read and follow all instruc-
tions.
This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is
responsible for following i nstructions and warn-
ings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruc-
tion manual before using unit! Be thoroughly fa-
miliar with thecontrols and the proper use of the
unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who
have r ead, understand, and will follow the
instructions and warnings on the unit and in the
manual. Never allow children to operate this
unit.
SAFETYINFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
DANGER:Neverusebladesorflailing
devices. This unitis designedfor linetrimmer
use only. Use of any other accessories or at-
tachments will increase the risk of injury .
WARNING: T rimmer line throws ob-
jects violently. Youand others can beblinded/in-
jured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body
parts clear of rotating line.
Eye Protection
Boots
HazardZone
50 ft.
(15 m)
Keep children, b ystanders, and animals 50 feet
(15 meters) away. If approached stop unit im-
mediately.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
youneedassistance,contactyourauthorized
service dealer or call 1-8 00-554--6723.
OPERATOR SAFETY
S
Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses
or similar eye protection when operating, or
performing maintenance, on your unit (safety
glasses are available). Eye protection should
be marked Z87.
S Always wear face or dust mask if operation is
dusty.
S Always wearheavy,longpants, longsleeves,
boots,andgloves. Wearingsafety legguards
is recommended.
S Always wear foot protection. Do not gobare-
foot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning
line.
S Securehairaboveshoulder length. Secureor
remove loose clothing or clothing with loosely
hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can
be caught in moving parts.
S Being fully covered also helps pro tect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown
by spinning line.
S Stay Alert. D o not operate this unit when you
are tired, ill , upset or under the influence ofal-
cohol, drugs, or medication. W atch what you
are doing; use common sense.
S Wear hearing protection.
S Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
S
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 f uel
leaks before use. Keep in good working
condition.
S Replace trimmer h ead parts that arechipped,
cracked, br oken, or damaged in any other
way before using the unit.
S Maintain unit accordingto recommendedpro-
cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.
S Use only 0.065″ (1 .65 mm) diameter Weed
Eater® brand l ine. Never use wire, rope,
string, etc.
S Install required shield properly before using
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;
make sureit is properly installed andsecurely
fastened.
S Make sure uni t is assemble d correctly as
shown in t his manual.
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower end
supported to prevent line from contacting any
object.
S Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Use only r ecommended W eed Eater® ac-
cessories and replacement parts.
S Have all maintenance and service n ot ex-
plained inthis manual performedby anautho-
rized service dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
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 fuel or
the unit.
S Avoid spilling fuel oroil. Wipe up all fuelspills.
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fueling site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow to cool before remov-
ing fuel cap.
S Always store gasoline in a container ap-
proved for flammable l iquids.