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■Product users on United States Forest Service land, and
in some states, must comply with fire prevention regula-
tions. This product is equipped with a spark arrestor;
however,otheruserrequirementsmayapply.Checkwith
your federal, state, or local authorities.
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■Wear eye protection which is marked to comply with
ANSIZ87.1aswellashearing protection when operating
thisequipment.
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■Wear heavy long pants, shoes, and gloves.
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■Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 feet
(15m)away.
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■Do not wear loose clothing, or jewelry.
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■Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglementin any movingparts.
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■Do not operate this trimmer when you are tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
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■Donotoperateinpoorlighting.
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■Keepfirm footing andbalance. Do notoverreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure
to hot surfaces.
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■Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
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■Do not touch area around the muffler or cylinder of the
trimmer, these parts get hot from operation.
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■Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire
before making any adjustments or repairs except for
carburetoradjustments.
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■Ithas been reportedthat vibrations fromhand-held tools
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syn-
drome in certain individuals. Symptoms may include
tingling, numbness and blanching of the fingers, usually
apparentuponexposureto cold.Hereditaryfactors,
exposure to cold and dampness, diet, smoking and work
practices are all thought to contribute to the development
of these symptoms. It is presently unknown what, if any,
vibrations or extent of exposure may contribute to the
condition. There are measures that can be taken by the
operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
a) Keepyourbodywarmincoldweather. Whenoperat-
ing the unit wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major
factorcontributingtoRaynaud’s Syndrome.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
b) After each period of operation, exercise to increase
bloodcirculation.
c) Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposureperday.
d) Keepthetoolwellmaintained,fasteners tightened
andwornpartsreplaced.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your physician
about these symptoms.
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■Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
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■Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 30 ft. (9 m) away from
refuelingsitebeforestartingengine.
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■Stopthe engine andallow tocool before refuelingor
storing the unit.
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■Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and secure
the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TRIMMER USE
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■Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged in
any way. Be sure the string head is properly installed
and securely fastened. Failure to do so can cause
seriousinjury.
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■Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors and handles are
properlyandsecurelyattached.
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■Useonly the manufacturer's replacement stringin the
cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment.
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■Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place
andingoodcondition.
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■Maintaina firm grip onboth handles whiletrimming.Keep
string head below waist level. Never cut with the string
head located over 30 in. (76 cm) or more above the
ground.
