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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 instructions and
warnings on unit and in manual. Read entire
instruction manual before using unit!Bethor-
oughlyfamiliar withthe controls andtheprop-
er use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit
to persons who have read, understand, and
will follow the instructions and warnings on
the unit and in the manual. Never allow chil-
dren 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 wear heavy , longpants, longsleeves,
boots, andgloves. W earing safety legguards
is recommended.
S Always wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot 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 Be ing fully covered also h el ps pro tect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown
by spinning line.
S Stay Alert. Do 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 W ear hearing protection.
S Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
S Keep ha ndles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
S Disconnect the spark p lug 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 Maintainunit according torecommended pro-
cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.
S Use only 0.080″ (2 mm) diameter WEED
EA TER brand line. Never use wire, rope,
string, etc.
S Install required shield properly before using
the unit. U se only specified t rimmer head;
make sureit is properly installed andsecurely
fastened.
S M ake sure un it is assembl ed 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 onl y recommended WEED EA TER 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 A void spilling fuel oroil. Wipe up all fuelspills.
S M ove 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.