SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator's manual describes safety and international
symbols and pictographs that appear on this product. Read the
operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating,
maintenance and repair information.
SYMBOL
MEANING
+ SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning or
with other symbols or pictographs.
+ WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
follow all warnings and safety
instructions. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury to the
operator and/or bystanders.
«WEAR EYE AND HEARING
PROTECTION
WARNING: Thrown objects and
loud noise can cause severe eye
injury and hearing loss. Wear eye
protection meeting ANSI Z87.1
standards and ear protection when
operating this unit. Use a full face
shield when needed.
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+: KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
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WARNING: Keep all bystanders,
especially children and pets, at
least 50 feet (15m) from the
operating area.
+ THROWN OBJECTS AND
ROTATING CUTTER CAN
CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
the cutting attachment shield in
cutting attachment.
caution. May be used in conjunction
Read the operator's manual(s) and
WARNING: Do not operate without
place. Keep away from the rotating
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+ WARNING: Never use blades or
Do not install
flailing devices. This unit is
any type of blade
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designed for line trimmer use only.
Use of any other accessories or
attachments will increase the risk
of injury.
Do not allow a person to use this unit unless instructions are
read and understood. Never allow children to operate or play
with the unit.
Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves, and a long
sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants,
sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above
shoulder level.
Inspect unit 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 shield is properly attached, and in the position
recommended by the manufacturer. Use only flexible, non-
metallic line recommended by the manufacturer. Never use,
for example, wire or wire-rope which can break off and
become a dangerous projectile.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-reach: Keep cutting
attachment beiow waist level. Keep all parts of your body away
from the rotating cutting attachment and hot surfaces.
Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building;
breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
Pour fuel outdoors where there are no sparks and flames.
Slowly remove the fuel cap only after stopping the engine. Do
not smoke while fueling. Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move
at least 10 ft. (3 m) away from the fueling source and site
before starting engine.
Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can
be thrown or become entangled in the cutting attachment.
Clear the area of children, bystanders and pets. At a
minimum, keep all children, bystanders and pets outside a
50 ft. (15 m) radius; outside the 50 ft. zone, there is still a risk
of injury to bystanders from being struck with the moving
strings in the event of a cutting lines thrust or other
unexpected reaction of the saw.
The cutting attachment may be spinning during carburetor
adjustments. Wear your protective equipment and observe all
safety instructions. When the unit is turned off make sure the
cutting attachment has stopped before the unit is set down.
The handles and shield must be mounted according to the
instructions. The unit is designed to be used while positioned
on the right side.