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H. SLOPE OPERATmON
Slopes are a majorfactor related to slip
and fall accidentswhich can result in
severe injury. All slopes requireextra cau-
tion. If you feel uneasy on a slope,do not
trim it.
DO:
* Trim across the face of slopes: never up
and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
DO NOT:
* Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments. The operator could lose
footing or balance.
Do not trim excessively steep slopes.
Do not trim on wet grass. Reduced foot-
ing could cause slipping.
HL CHmLDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the machine
and the trimming activity. Never assume
that children will remain where you last saw
them.
Keep children out of the trimming area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
Before and while moving backwards,
look behind and down for small children.
Never allow children to operate the ma-
chine.
Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
mY. SERVICE
Use extra care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable and
vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow en-
gine to cool before refueling. Do not
smoke.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel con-
tainer inside where there is an open
flame, such as a water heater.
Move away from fueling site before
starting engine.
Never run a machine inside a closed
area.
Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting.
Keep nuts and bolts, especially trimmer
head and engine bolts, tight and keep
equipment in good condition.
Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
cleaning or storing.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
Do not change the engine governor set-
ting or overspeed the engine.
Clean and replace safety and instruction
decals as necessary.
A_,Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
AWARNING: In order to prevent ac-
cidental starting when setting up, trans-
porting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark
plug.
AWARNmNG: Engine exhaust, some
of its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
_I, CAUTmON: Muffler and other engine
parts become extremely hot during
operation and remain hot after engine has
stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact,
stay away from these areas.