Craftsman 315.798890 - Manual (Page 4)

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
^ WARNING: Avoid dangerous
environment and guard against electric
shock hazard. Don't use trimmer in rain,
in damp or wet locations, or on wet
hedges and shrubbery. Use only
extension cords in good condition and
marked "suitable for use with outdoor
appliances" having electrical rating not
less than rating of trimmer. Do not use
damaged extension cords. Inspect cords
periodically and replace if damaged. Do
not abuse cord. Never carry trimmer by
cord. Do not yank cord to disconnect
from receptacles. Keep cord away from
heat, oil, sharp edges, and moving
blades.
^ WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric
shock, use only with an extension cord
intended for outdoor use, such as SW-A,
SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A,
SJOW-A, SJTW-A or SJTOW-A.
WHEN OPERATING YOUR TRIMMER -
keep extension cord behind trimmer.
Never drape it over hedge being trimmed.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY, Do not permit
children to contact trimmer or extension
cord. Keep children a safe distance from
work area,
USE TRIMMER PROPERLY, Use only for
trimming the type of shrub, growth, etc.,
described in the operating instructions. Do
not abuse trimmer.
DON'T FORCE HEDGE TRIMMER. It will
do the job better and with less likelihood of
a risk of injury at the rate for which it was
designed.
DON'T OVERREACH OR STAND ON
UNSTABLE SUPPORT. Keep good footing
and balance at all times. Do not use on
ladder.
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF
TRIMMER. Before plugging in trimmer, be
sure trimmer switch is off. Don't carry
trimmer with finger on switch.
DISCONNECT (UNPLUG) TRIMMER
FROM POWER SUPPLY. Disconnect the
hedge trimmer from power supply when not
in use, before servicing, when changing
accessories such as blades, when cleaning,
and the like.
MAINTAIN TRIMMER WITH CARE. Keep
cutting edge sharp and clean for best
performance and to reduce the risk of injury.
Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories. Inspect hedge
trimmer cord periodically, and if damaged,
have it repaired by an authorized service
facility. Inspect extension cord periodically
and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry,
clean, and free from oil and grease.
STORE TRIMMER INDOORS. When not in
use, store trimmer indoors in a dry place
where not accessible to children.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before futher
use of the hedge trimmer, a 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, bind­
ing of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other condition that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repairet
or replaced by an authorized service center
unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR TRIM­
MER. For service or repair return the trim­
mer to your nearest Sears store. See that
only identical replacement parts are used.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered
areas and benches invite accidents.
WARNING: Do not use without front
handle in place. Keep both hands on
handles when tool is on.
WEAR HEARING PROTECTION DURING
EXTENDED PERIODS OF OPERATION.
NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMO­
SPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor
could ignite fumes.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTI­
CAL CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT
PARTS.
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTER­
RUPTER (GFCI) PROTECTION SHOULD
BE PROVIDED ON THE CIRCUIT(S) OR
OUTLET(S) TO BE USED FOR YOUR
HEDGE TRIMMER. Receptacles are avail­
able having built-in GFCI protection and
may be used for this measure of safety.