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SAFETY
SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE
NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of
California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. All U.S. Forest Land
and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and
4443), Oregon and Washington require, by law that certain internal
combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered
areas be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective
working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and
maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or local
authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure
to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine.
This unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor. If it requires
replacement, ask your LOCAL SERVICE DEALER to install the
Accessory Part #753-08106 Muffler Assembly.
Read the operator’s manual and follow all warnings and safety
instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the
operator and/or bystanders.
SYMBOL MEANING
WARNING: Signals a SERIOUS hazard.
Failure to obey a safety WARNING signal CAN result in
serious injury to yourself or to others.
CAUTION: Signals a MODERATE hazard.
Failure to obey a safety CAUTION signal MAY result in
property damage or injury to yourself or to others.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to
possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations,
deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety
warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The
instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the
operation or maintenance of the equipment.
DANGER: Signals an EXTREME hazard.
Failure to obey a safety DANGER signal WILL result in
serious injury or death to yourself or to others.
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SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS UNITS
• Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and approved
for the storage of such materials.
• Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the tank.
Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel when the engine is
hot. Always loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any
pressure in the tank before fueling.
• Always mix and add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated outdoor area
where there are no sparks or flames. DO NOT smoke.
• Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Wipe up any
spilled fuel from the unit immediately, before starting the unit.
Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling source and
site before starting the engine. DO NOT smoke.
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building.
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this unit only in a well
ventilated outdoor area.
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
WARNING: Use caution when handling fuel.
Gasoline is highly flammable and its vapors can explode if
ignited. Take the following precautions:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and
proper use of the unit. Know how to stop the unit and disengage
the controls quickly.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Never allow children to operate the unit. Never allow adults to
operate the unit without proper instruction.
• All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly
before operating the unit.
• Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts. Check for
fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure.
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way.
Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
• Be aware of risk of injury to the head, hands and feet.
• Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit. Remove rocks,
broken glass, nails, wire, string and other objects that may be
thrown or become entangled with the unit.
• Clear the area of children, bystanders and pets; keep them outside
a 50-foot (15 m) radius, at a minimum. Even then, they are still at
risk from thrown objects. Encourage bystanders to wear eye
protection. If you are approached, stop the unit immediately.
• Squeeze the throttle control and check that it returns
automatically to the idle position. Make all adjustments or repairs
before using the unit.
WARNING: When using the unit, all safety rules
must be followed. Please read these instructions before
operating the unit in order to ensure the safety of the
operator and any bystanders. Please keep these
instructions for later use.
WARNING:
This product can expose you to
chemicals including engine exhaust, which is known to the
State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide,
which is known to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm. For more information
go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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