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SAFETY RULES
slopes require extra caution If you feel uneasy
on a slope, do not trim it
De trim across the face of slopes; never up and
down Do net trim excessively steep slopes
(maximum 15 degrees) or areas where the
ground is very rough See the "Guide" in the
back of this manual to check e slope Exercise
extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes
De remove objects such as rocks, tree limbs,
etc
Do watch for holes, ruts, or bumps Tell grass
can hide obstacles
Do not trim near drep-offs, ditches, o_embank-
ments The operator could lose footing or bal-
ance
Do not trim excessively steep slopes
De not trim on wet grass Reduced footing
could cause slipping,
IlL Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not
alert to the presence of children Children ere
often attracted to the trimmer and the trimming
activity Never assume that children will remain
where you last sew them
1 Keep children out of the trimming area and
under the watchful care of a responsible
adult
2 Be alert and turn trimmer oft if children en-
ter the area
3 Before and while moving backwards, look
behind and down for small children
4 Never allow children to operate the trim-
mer
5 Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that
may obscure vision
6 On electric start models, remove the igni-
tion key to prevent accidental starting when
the trimmer is net is use
IV, Service
Use extra care in handling gasoline and
ether fuels They are flammable and va-
pors are explosive
a Use only an approved container
b Never remove gas cap or add fuelwith
the engine running AlLow engine to
cool before refueling Do net smoke
c Never refuel the machine indoors
d Never store the machine or fuel con-
tainer inside where there is an open
flame, such as a water heater,
2. Never run an engine indoors or inside a
closed area.
.3 Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running Disconnect the
spark plug wire, and keep the wire away
from the plug to prevent accidental starting
(remove the ignition key if equipped with an
electric start) Always wear eye protection
when you make adjustments or repairs
4 Check the trimmer head end engine
mounting bolts at frequent intervals for
proper tightness
5 Keep all nuts and bolts tight and kee F
equipment in good condition Chec_
mounting hardware on trimmer head ever_
time you change trimmer line and prior tc
each use
6 Never tamper with safety devices Checl
their proper operation regularly
7 When servicing or repairing the trimmer, dc
not tip the machine over or up unless spe
cificaUy instructed to do so in this Manual
Service and repair procedures can be done
with the trimmer in an upright position
Some procedures will be easier if the ma
chine is lifted on a raised platform or work
ing surface
8 To reduce fire hazard, keep trimmer free e
grass, leaves, or other debris build-up
Clean up oil or fuel spillage Al!ow trimme
to cool before storing
9 Stop and inspect the equipment if ym
strike an object Repair, if necessary, be
fore restarting
1(3 Always disconnect spark plug wire bafor_
cleaning, repairing, or adjusting
11 Do not change the engine governor settinc
or over-speed the engine
12 Clean and replace safety and instructior
decals as necessary
13 To guard against engine over-heating, a
ways have engine debris filter meunte
and ctean
14 Inspect trimmer before storage.
15 Use only original equipment or authorize
replacement parts
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