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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or carbon monoxide poisoning which will cause
death or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THIS PRODUCT
n KNOW YOUR TOOL. Read the operator's manual
carefully. Learn the machine's applications and
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards
related to this tool.
n KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. Never
operate the tool with any guard or cover removed.
Make sure all guards are operating properly before
each use.
n REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
n TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, keep children and
visitors away. All visitors should wear safety glasses
and be kept a safe distance from work area.
n KEEP THE AREA OF OPERATION CLEAR OF ALL
PERSONS, particularly small children, and pets.
n DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE IN A CONFINED
SPACE where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect. Carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and
extremely dangerous gas can cause unconsciousness
or death.
n USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment
to do a job it was not designed for. Don't use it for a
purpose not intended.
n DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught and draw you
into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear
are recommended when working outdoors. Also wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
n DO NOT OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT WHILE BARE-
FOOT OR WHEN WEARING SANDALS OR SIMILAR
LIGHTWEIGHT FOOTWEAR. Wear protective footwear
that will protect your feet and improve your footing on
slippery surfaces.
n EXERCISE CAUTION TO AVOID SLIPPING OR
FALLING.
n ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-
resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.
n DON'T OVERREACH OR STAND ON UNSTABLE
SUPPORT. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
n USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use
of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
n NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur
if the tool is tipped.
n CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service center to avoid risk of personal injury.
n NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to
a complete stop.
n KEEP THE ENGINE FREE OF GRASS, LEAVES, OR
GREASE to reduce the chance of a fire hazard.
n KEEP THE EXHAUST PIPE FREE OF FOREIGN
OBJECTS.
n FOLLOW MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATIONS
FOR SAFE LOADING, UNLOADING, TRANSPORT, AND
STORAGE OF MACHINE.
n BE THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR WITH CONTROLS.
Know how to stop the product and bleed pressure
quickly.
n KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL
AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.
Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, or any solvents to clean tool.
n STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what
you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate
tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
n DO NOT OPERATE THE PRODUCT WHILE UNDER
THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY
MEDICATION.
n
CHECK THE WORK AREA BEFORE EACH USE.
Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails,
wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled
in the machine.
n DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN
IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by
an authorized service center.
n BEFORE CLEANING, REPAIRING, OR INSPECTING,
shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the
wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.
n AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use in
damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work
area well lit.
n NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
n
DO NOT OPERATE WHILE SMOKING OR NEAR AN
OPEN FLAME.
n DO NOT OPERATE AROUND dry brush, twigs, cloth
rags, or other flammable materials.
n WARNING: RISK OF INJECTION OR INJURY – Do
not direct discharge stream at persons.