Weed Eater RT10 - Manual (Page 3)

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outlet. Do not change the equipment
plug, extension cord receptacle, or
extension cord plug in any way.
S To reduce risk of electrical shock, use
extension cords specifically marked
as suitable for outdoor appliances
having electrical rating not less than
the rating of unit. Cord must be
marked with suffix “W--A” (in Canada
“W”). Make sure your extension cord
is in good condition. Inspect exten-
sion cord before use and replace if
damaged. Do not use a damaged
cord. Cord insulation must be intact
with no cracks or deterioration. Plug
connectors must be undamaged. An
undersized extension cord will cause
a drop in line voltage resulting in loss
of power and overheating. If in doubt,
use the next heavier gauge. The low-
er the gauge number, the heavier the
cord (see SELECT AN EXTENSION
CORD ).
S Do not use multiple cords.
S Do not abuse cord. Never carry the
unit by the extension cord or yank ex-
tension cord to disconnect unit.
S Use cord retainer to prevent discon-
nection of extension cord from unit.
See ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD
TO YOUR TRIMMER in the OPERATION
section.
S Do not use the unit if the switch does
not turn the unit on and off properly.
Repairs to the switch must be made
by your authorized service dealer.
S Keep the extension cord clear of oper-
ator and obstacles at all times. Do not
expose cords to heat, oil, water, or
sharp edges.
S To avoid the possibility of electric
shock, avoid body contact with any
grounded conductor, such as metal
fences or pipes.
S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) protection should be provided
on circuit or outlet to be used. Recep-
tacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for
this measure of safety.
UNIT SAFETY
S
Inspect unit before use. Replace
damaged parts. Make sure all han-
dles, guards, and fasteners are in
place and securely fastened. Parts
that are damaged must be repaired or
replaced by a authorized service
dealer . These include head parts that
are cracked, or chipped, guards, and
any other part that is damaged.
S Do not repair unit yourself.
S Use only 0.065 in. (1.65 mm) diame-
ter recommended trimmer line (see
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ). Never
use wire, rope, string, etc.
S Use specified trimmer spool. Make
sure spool is properly installed and all
parts are securely fastened.
S Use only Weed Eater r replacement
parts and accessories as recommen-
ded.
CUTTING SAFETY
S
Inspect area to be cut. Remove ob-
jects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
string, etc.) which can be thrown or
become entangled in cutting head.
S Do not overreach or stand on unsta-
ble support. Keep firm footing and bal-
ance.
S Keep the cutting head below waist
level. Do not raise handles above
your waist. Cutting head can come
dangerously close to your body.
S Keep away from cutting head and
spinning line.
S Use unit properly. Use only for trim-
ming, scalping, and mowing. Do not
force unit. It will do the job better and
with less risk of injury at the rate for
which it was designed.
S Use only in daylight or in good artificial
light.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect unit from
the power supply before performing
maintenance, or when changing trim-
mer line.
S
Maintain unit according to recom-
mended procedures. Keep cutting
line at proper length. Follow instruc-
tions for changing trimmer line.
S Have all service and maintenance not
explained in this manual performed
by an authorized service dealer to
avoid creating a hazard.
S Never douse or squirt the unit with wa-
ter or any other liquid. Clean unit and
decals with a damp sponge. Keep
handles dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease.
S Keep the air vents clean and free of
debris to avoid overheating the motor.
Clean after each use.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S
Stop the unit and disconnect the pow-
er source when not in use.
S Carry the unit with motor stopped.
S Store the unit so the line limiter blade
(on underside of shield) cannot cause
injury.
S Store unit indoors in a high, dry place
out of the reach of children. Store unit
unplugged.