Craftsman C944.514560 - Manual (Page 4)

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WARNING: Only use brushcut-
ter attachments that provide a metal
shield with proboscis nose.
Proboscis
nose
S Use only specified blade or trimmer
head; make sure it is properly
installed and securely fastened.
S Make sure unit is assembled cor-
rectly as shown in this manual.
S Never start engine with clutch
shroud removed. The clutch can fly
off and cause serious injury.
S Be sure blade or trimmer head stops
turning when engine idles.
S Make carburetor adjustments with
lower end supported to prevent
blade or trimmer line from contacting
any object. Hold unit by hand; do
not use the shoulder strap for sup-
port.
S Keep others away when making car-
buretor adjustments.
S Use only recommended Craftsman
accessories and replacement parts.
S Have all maintenance and service
not explained in this manual per-
formed by a Sears Service Centre.
FUEL SAFETY
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
S Keep away from sparks or flames.
S Use a container approved for fuel.
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near
fuel or the unit.
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all
fuel spills.
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters)
away from fueling site before start-
ing engine.
S Stop engine and allow to cool before
removing fuel cap.
S Always store gasoline in a container
approved for flammable liquids.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to
be cut before each use. Remove ob-
jects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
etc.) which can be thrown or become
entangled in the blade or trimmer line.
S Keep others including children, ani-
mals, bystanders, and helpers at
least 50 feet (15 meters) away. Stop
engine immediately if you are ap-
proached.
S Always keep engine on the right
hand side of your body.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do
not overreach or use from unstable
surfaces such as ladders, trees,
steep slopes, rooftops, etc.
S Keep blade/trimmer head (or other
optional attachment) below waist
level and away from all parts of your
body. Do not raise engine above
your waist.
S Keep all parts of your body away
from muffler and spinning line/blade
(or other optional attachment).
S Keep engine below waist level. A
hot muffler can cause serious burns.
S Cut only from your left to your right.
Cutting on right side of the shield will
throw debris away from the operator.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial
light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this
manual (or manuals for optional at-
tachments).
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Allow engine to cool before storing
or transporting in vehicle.
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or
transporting the unit. Use up fuel left
in the carburetor by starting the en-
gine and letting it run until it stops.
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store unit so the blade or line limiter
blade cannot accidentally cause inju-
ry. The unit can be hung by the shaft.
S Store unit out of reach of children.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gaso-
line powered hand tools could cause
blood vessel or nerve damage in the
fingers, hands, and joints of people
prone to circulation disorders or ab-
normal swellings. Prolonged use in
cold weather has been linked to blood
vessel damage in otherwise healthy
people. If symptoms occur such as
numbness, pain, loss of strength,
change in skin color or texture, or loss
of feeling in the fingers, hands, or
joints, discontinue the use of this tool
and seek medical attention. An anti--
vibration system does not guarantee
the avoidance of these problems. Us-
ers who operate power tools on a con-
tinual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and
the condition of this tool
.