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IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS
Starting
symbols
Press primer bulb 10 times firmly (first push will move the primer bulb
slightly creating a “click” sound).
While holding the unit in starting position, pull starter rope handle rapidly
until engine starts.
SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
When using gardening
appliances, basic safetyprecautions mustal-
waysbefollowedto reducethe risk of fireand
serious injury. Read and follow all instruc-
tions.
Operator is responsible for following instruc-
tions and warnings on unit and in manual.
Read entire instruction manual before using
unit! Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
andtheproperuseoftheunit.Restricttheuse
of this unit to persons who have read, under-
stand, and will follow the instructions and
warningsontheunitandinthemanual.Never
allow children to operate this unit.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
WARNING:
Neverusebladesorflail-
ingdevices.This unitis designedfor linetrim-
meruseonly.Useofanyotheraccessoriesor
attachments will increase the risk of injury.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
youneedassistance,contactyourauthorized
service dealer or call 1-800-554--6723.
OPERATOR SAFETY
S Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses
or similar eye protection when operating, or
performing maintenance, on your unit (safety
glasses areavailable). Eye protectionshould
be marked Z87.
S Always wear hearing protection.
S Always wearfaceordust maskifoperationis
dusty.
S Alwayswearheavy, longpants,longsleeves,
boots,andgloves. Wearingsafetylegguards
is recommended.
S Always wearfoot protection. Donotgobare-
foot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning
line.
S Securehairaboveshoulderlength. Secureor
remove looseclothingor clothingwithloosely
hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can
be caught in moving parts.
S Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown
by spinning line.
S Stay alert. Donotoperate this unit when you
aretired,ill,upset orundertheinfluenceofal-
cohol,drugs, ormedication. Watch what you
are doing; use common sense.
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 idle speed adjustments.
S Lookfor andreplace damagedor looseparts
before each use. Look for and repair fuel
leaks before use. Keep in good working
condition.
S Replacetrimmer headparts thatarechipped,
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way before using the unit.
S Maintainunitaccordingtorecommendedpro-
cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.
S Use only recommended WEED EATER
brand line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
S Install required shield properly before using
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;
makesureitisproperlyinstalledandsecurely
fastened.
S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
S Make idle speed adjustments with lower end
supportedtoprevent linefromcontactingany
object.
S Keep others away when making idle speed
adjustments.
S Use only recommended WEED EATER ac-
cessories and replacement parts.