IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER:
Risk of fire and serious burns: Never remove fuel cap
when unit is running. Shut off engine and allow the unit
to cool at least five minutes. Remove cap slowly.
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or carbon monoxide poisoning which will cause death
or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Know your tool. Read the operator's manual carefully.
Learn the machine's applications and limitations as well
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Keep guards in place and in working order. Never
operate the tool with any guard or cover removed. Make
sure all guards are operating properly before each use.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form habit of
checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it on.
To reduce the risk of injury, keep children and visitors
away. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept
a safe distance from work area.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
Do not start or operate the engine in a confined space,
building, near open windows, or in other unventilated
space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect. Carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and
extremely dangerous gas, can cause unconsciousness
or death.
Use right tool. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job it
was not designed for. Don't use it for a purpose not intended.
Dress properly. Wear long pants and long sleeves. Do
not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry. They
can get caught and draw you into moving parts. Rubber
gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when
wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve
your footing on slippery surfaces.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Don't overreach or stand on a ladder, rooftop, or other
unstable support. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
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Use only recommended accessories. The use of
Follow the maintenance instructions specified in this
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a
Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off.
Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or grease to
Keep the exhaust pipe free of foreign objects.
Follow manufacturer's recommendations for
Be thoroughly familiar with controls. Know how to stop
Keep tool dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are
Do not operate the product while under the influence
Check the work area before each use. Remove all
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it off. Have
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the
Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use in damp or
Never use in an explosive atmosphere. Normal
Do not operate while smoking or near an open flame.
Do not operate around dry brush, twigs, cloth rags, or
WARNING: Risk of injection or injury – Do not direct
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improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
manual.
guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must be
properly repaired or replaced by a qualifed service center
to avoid risk of personal injury.
Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
reduce the chance of a fire hazard.
safeloading, unloading, transport, and storage of
machine.
the product and bleed pressure quickly.
Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use
brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any
solvents to clean tool.
doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when
you are tired. Do not rush.
of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string
which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
switch replaced by a qualified service center.
engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away
from the plug to prevent accidental starting.
wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.
sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
other flammable materials.
discharge stream at persons.