■Physical Condition of the Operator. Do
not operate this product when tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication.
■Clothing Requirements. Always wear long
heavy pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear
loose clothing, jewellery, short pants, sandals
or go barefoot. Secure hair so that it is above
shoulder level to avoid entanglement in
moving parts.
■Protective Accessories Requirements.
Wear safety eye protection when operating
this product. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation.
■Condition of Product Before Use. Inspect
the product before each use. Replace
damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make
sure all fasteners are in place and secure.
Replace cutting attachment parts that are
cracked, chipped or damaged in any way.
Make sure the cutting attachment is properly
installed and securely fastened. Be sure the
cutting attachment guard is properly installed
and in the position recommended by the
manufacturer. Use only flexible, non-metallic
line recommended by the manufacturer. For
example, never use wire or wire rope which
can break off and become a dangerous
projectile.
■Proper Stance. Keep firm footings and
balance. Do not overreach. Keep the cutting
attachment below waist level. Keep all parts
of your body away from the rotating cutting
attachment and hot surfaces.
■Exhaust Gases. Never start or run the
product inside a closed room or building:
breathing exhaust fumes can cause illness or
death.
Safety Rules
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in
serious personal injury as well as damage to product.
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WARNING:
■Fuelling. Mix and pour fuel outdoors where
there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove
the fuel cap only after stopping the engine.
Do not smoke while fuelling or mixing fuel.
Wipe spilled fuel from the product. Move at
least 9 m from the fuelling source and site
before starting the engine.
■Work Area. Clear the area to be cut before
each use. Remove all objects such as rocks,
broken glass, nails, wire, or string that can be
thrown or become entangled in the cutting
attachment. Clear the area of bystanders,
pets and children. At a minimum, keep all
bystanders, pets and children outside a
15 m radius. Because there still may be a
risk to bystanders from thrown objects,
bystanders should be encouraged to wear
eye protection. If you are approached while
operating the product, stop the engine or for
those products equipped with a clutch be
sure the cutting attachment has stopped
moving.
■Dangerous Environments. To avoid falling,
do not use the product in damp or wet
locations.
■Controlling the Product. During carburettor
adjustments the cutting attachment may
spin. Therefore you should wear protective
equipment and observe all safety instructions
when adjusting the carburettor. For products
equipped with a clutch, be sure the cutting
head has stopped rotating before setting
down or adjusting the product. Maintain
proper control until the cutting head has
completely stopped rotating.
■Use the Right Product. Use the product for
the intended purpose only.
