SAFETYGLASSES
The operation
of any trimmer
can result
in foreign
objects
thrown
into
the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
Always
wear safety
glasses
or eye shields
while operating
your trimmer
or performing
any
adjustments
or repairs.
We recommend
standard
safety glasses
or a
wide vision
safety
mask over spectacles.
_,Look
for this symbol
to point out
important
safety precautions.
It means
CAUTION!!!
BECOME
ALERT!!!
YOUR
SAFETY
IS INVOLVED.
_,WARNING:
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.
AWARNING:
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.
A CAUTION:
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.
L GENERAL
OPERATmON
* Read,
understand,
and follow all instruc-
tions on the machine
and in the manual
before
starting.
Be thoroughly
familiar
with the controls
and the proper
use of
the machine
before starting.
Do not put hands
or feet near or under
rotating
parts.
Keep all parts of your body away from
muffler
and spinning
line. A hot muffler
can cause
serious
burns.
Only allow responsible
individuals,
who
are familiar
with the instructions,
to
operate
the machine.
Stay away from breakable
objects,
such
as house
windows,
auto glass,
green-
houses,
etc.
Clear the area of objects
such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks,
etc., which
could
be picked
up and thrown
by the
spinning
lines.
Be sure the area is clear of other
people
before trimming,
particularly
small chil-
dren and pets.
Stop machine
if anyone
enters
the area.
Wear
appropriate
clothing
such as a
long-sleeved
shirt or jacket.
Also wear
long trousers
or slacks.
Do not wear
shorts.
Do not wear loose clothing
which could
get caught
in this equipment.
Do not operate
the machine
when
bare-
foot or wearing
open sandals.
Always
wear work gloves and sturdy
footwear.
Leather
work shoes
or short
boots work
well for most people. These
will protect
the operator's
ankles
and shins from
small sticks, splinters,
and other debris,
and improve
traction.
Do not pull machine
backwards
un-
less absolutely
necessary.
Always
look
down and behind
before and while
mov-
ing backwards.
Do not operate
the machine
without
proper
guards,
plates or other safety
protective
devices
in place.
See manufacturer's
instructions
for
proper
operation
and installation
of
accessories.
Only use accessories
ap-
proved
by the manufacturer.