Rules For Safe Operation - TrimmerPlus AH720 Manual Del Operador

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your
careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they
give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT:
caution. Attention is required in order to avoid serious
personal injury. May be used in conjunction with other
symbols or pictographs.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the
operation or maintenance of the equipment.
DANGER:
Failure to obey a safety warning will result
in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow
the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING
WARNING:
When using the unit, you must follow the
safety rules. Please read these instructions before operating
the unit in order to ensure the safety of the operator and any
bystanders. Please keep these instructions for later use.
• Carefully read and understand the operator's manual of the unit
that powers this attachment.
• Read this operating instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow
adults unfamiliar with the instructions to use the unit. Never
allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.
• All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly
before operating the unit.
• Inspect the unit before use. Ensure the blade is installed
correctly and secure.
• Clear the area to be hedged before each use. Remove all objects
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be
thrown or become entangled in the hedge trimmer add-on.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS POWERHEADS AND HEDGE
TRIMMERS
WARNING:
Gasoline is highly flammable, and its
vapors can explode if ignited. Take the following
precautions:
• Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and approved
for the storage of such materials.
• Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank.
Never remove the cap of the fuel tank, or add fuel, when the engine
is hot. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
• Mix and add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated area outdoors where
there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove the fuel cap only
after stopping engine. Do not smoke while fueling or mixing fuel.
Wipe up any spilled fuel from the unit immediately.
• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do not start
the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
• Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site
before starting the engine. Do not smoke. Keep sparks and open
flames away from the area while adding fuel or operating the unit.
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building.
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this unit only in a well
ventilated area outdoors.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

Indicates danger, warning or
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
SYMBOL MEANING
WARNING:
Failure to obey a safety warning can
result in injury to yourself and others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and personal injury.
CAUTION:
Failure to obey a safety warning may
result in property damage or personal injury to yourself
or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Read the Operator's Manual and follow all warnings and safety
instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the
operator and/or bystanders.
FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 IN U.S. OR
1-800-668-1238 in CANADA
WHILE OPERATING
• Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 ft (15
m) away.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI
Z87.1–1989 standards, and ear/hearing protection when operating
this unit. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
• Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves, and a long sleeve shirt. Do
not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go
barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Use hedge trimmer properly. Only use this tool for the purpose
intended. Use only for trimming the type of shrub, growth, etc.,
described in the operating instructions.
• Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less likelihood
of injury at a rate for which it was designed.
• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the unit towards you.
• Do not overreach, take extra care when working on steep slopes
or inclines. Always keep proper footing and balance.
• DO NOT stand on an unstable support. Do not use on a ladder.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a
firm grip on both the front and rear handle or grips.
• Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving parts.
Do not touch or try to stop the blades when they are moving.
• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to do
the job. Do not run the engine at high speed when not in use.
CAUTION:
Blades will coast after the powerhead is
in the "OFF" position.
• Always stop the engine/motor when operation is delayed or when
walking from one location to another.
• Stop the engine/motor for maintenance, repair, to install or
remove the blades. The unit must be stopped and the blades no
longer moving to avoid injury.
• Always wear heavy gloves when handling, removing, installing or
cleaning the blades.
• If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the
engine/motor immediately and check for damage. Have any
damage repaired before attempting further operations.
• Stop the unit IMMEDIATELY if you feel excessive vibration.
Vibration is a sign of trouble. Inspect thoroughly for loose nuts,
bolts or damage before continuing. Repair or replace affected
parts as necessary.
• Stop and switch the unit to off for maintenance, repair, or for
changing add-ons.
• Maintain hedge trimmer with care. Keep blades sharp at all