Craftsman 315.798890 - Manual (Page 5)

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
EXTENSION CORDS. The use of any
extension cord will cause some loss of
power. To keep the loss to a minimum and
to prevent tool overheating, be sure to use
an extension cord heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. For
lengths less than 100 feet, No. 16 A.W.G,
extension cords should be used. Follow the
recommended cord sizes on the following
chart when using extension cords. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gage. The
smaller the gage number the heavier the
cord. For tools rated 6 amps or less;
Extension Cord Length Wire Size A.W.G.
25 Feet 18
50 Feet 16
100 Feet 16
150 Feet 14
To reduce the risk of disconnection of hedge
trimmer from the extension cord during
operation:
(1) Use the extension cord retainer as shown
in Figure 5, or
(2) Make a knot as shown in Figure 6.
A WARNING: Check extension cords before
each use. If damaged, replace immediately.
Never use tool with a damaged cord since
touching the damaged area could cause
glectrical shock resulting in serious injury.
■ POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this appliance has a polar­
ized plug (one blade is wider than the other)
and will require the use of a polarized
extension cord. The appliance plug will fit
into a polarized extension cord only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully into the
extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug
still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized
extension cord. A polarized extension cord
will require the use of a polarized wall
outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized
wall outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the
plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install the proper wall
outlet. Do not change the equipment plug,
extension cord receptacle, or extension
cord plug in any way.
■ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to
them frequently and use them to instruct
others who may use this tool. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instruc­
tions.
WARNING:
The operation of any hedge trimmer can result in foreign objects being thrown into your
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation,
always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when
needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard
safety glasses with side shields, available at Sears Retail Stores.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY
A WARNING; Your hedge trimmer should never be plugged in while you are assembling parts or making
adjustments. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield if needed
when operating your hedge trimmer.