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SAFETY
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■Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglementinany moving parts.
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■Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 15 m
(50 ft.) away.
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■Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
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■Donot operatein poorlighting.
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■Keepfirmfooting and balance. Do not overreach.
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 areas 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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■Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners,
fuel leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use.
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■Thestringheadwillrotateduringcarburetoradjust-
ments.
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■Ithasbeenreported that vibrations from hand-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
apparentuponexposure tocold.Hereditary factors,
exposure to cold and dampness, diet, smoking and work
practices are all thought to contribute to the develop-
ment 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 vibra-
tion:
a) Keepyourbody warmincold weather.Whenoperat-
ing the unit wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major
factorcontributingtoRaynaud’sSyndrome.
b) After each period of operation, exercise to increase
bloodcirculation.
c) Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposureperday.
d) Keepthetool well maintained,fastenerstightened
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 9 m (30 ft. ) away from
refuelingsitebeforestartingengine.
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■Stoptheengineandallow to cool before refueling or
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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■Useonlythemanufacturer'sreplacementstringinthe
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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■Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming.
Keep string head below waist level. Never cut with the
string head located over 76 cm (30 in.) or more above
theground.
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■The cutting attachment should stop turning when the
engine idles because it is equipped with a clutch. If the
cutting attachment continues to turn when the engine
idles, contact a service dealer for repair.
