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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
ground connection may be used since this
appliance is double insulated. If in doubt
of proper wire size, use the next heavier
gauge. Please note that the smaller the
gauge number, the heavier the cord.
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE RECOMMENDATIONS
VOLTS
EXTENSION
CORD
LENGTH
WIRE SIZE
REQUIRED
25 feet / 7.5m 18 A.W.G.*
50 feet / 15m 16 A.W.G.*
120
100feet / 30m 16 A.W.G.*
*American Wire Gauge
Table 1
(1). When using the appliance, an extension
cord of adequate size must be used for
safety and to prevent loss of power and
overheating.
WARNING: To reduce the
risk of electric shock, use only
with an extension cord intended for
outdoor use, such as an extension
cord of cord type SW-A, SOW-A,
STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A,
SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A.
(2). Inspect extension power cord for loose
or exposed wires and damaged insulation.
If damaged, replace before using
appliance.
DO NOT ABUSE CORD - Never carry
appliance by cord or pull cord to disconnect
from outlet. Keep cord clear of operator and
obstacles at all times. Do not expose cord to
heated surfaces, oil or water. Do not pull
cord around sharp edges, corners or close
door on cord.
6.
NO SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE - Your double insulated
appliance has no serviceable parts inside.
Do not attempt to repair it yourself. For
service information, contact the Troy-Bilt
Product Service Department listed on the
back cover of this User Manual.
WHEN SERVICING
USE ONLY IDENTICAL
REPLACEMENT
PART S.
7. RISK OF EYE INJURY - Always wear
goggles or other suitable eye protection
when operating your trimmer. Wear eye
protection meeting ANSI Z787.1
standards. Edging increases the risk of
injury caused by flying debris. Always
keep bystanders at a safe distance.
8. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY from
rotating line. Do not operate without
debris shield attached.
9. DRESS PROPERLY - Always wear long
pants, shoes and gloves. Do not wear
loose clothing, jewelry, short pants,
sandals or go barefoot.
10. KEEP AREA CLEAR - Keep everyone,
especially children and pets away from
the area of operation 50 feet (15m). Turn
off unit immediately if you are
approached. Never allow children to
operate the appliance, to be used as a toy,
or to run unattended at any time.
11. AVOID A DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENT - Do not use in the
presence of flammable liquids or gases,
smoking or burning materials to avoid
creating a fire or explosion. Never operate
the trimmer in wet or damp conditions or
around swimming pools, hot tub, etc. Do
not use in rain. Do not handle plug, cord