Specific Safety Rules - Toro 51998 Manuel De L'utilisateur

Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
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Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 30 ft. (9 m) away from
refueling site before starting engine. Slowly remove
the fuel cap after stopping engine. Do not smoke when
refueling.
Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or
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storing the unit.

Specific Safety Rules

Specific Safety Rules For Trimmer Use
 Inspect before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure
fasteners are in place and secure. Check for fuel leaks.
 Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged in
any way. Be sure the string head or blade is properly
installed and securely fastened. Failure to do so can
cause serious injury.
 Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors, and handles are
properly and securely attached.
 Never use blades, flailing devices, wire, or rope. Use
only recommended or equivalent replacement line in the
cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment.
To install any other brand of cutting head to this string
trimmer can result in serious personal injury.
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Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank into a
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container approved for fuel and secure the unit from
moving before transporting in a vehicle.
Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety
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instructions. For units equipped with a clutch, be sure
the cutting attachment stops turning when the engine
idles. When the unit is turned off make sure the cutting
attachment has stopped before the unit is set down.
 Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place
and in good condition.
 Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming.
Keep string head below waist level. Never cut with the
string head located over 30 in. or more above the ground.
 This product is intended for infrequent use by homeown-
ers and other occasional users for such general applica-
tions as trimming light and heavy vegetation, etc. It is not
intended for prolonged use. Prolonged periods of opera-
tion can cause circulatory problems in the user's hands
due to vibration. For such use, it may be appropriate to
use a product having an anti-vibration feature.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
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use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If
you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions
also.
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