Weed Eater 530086789 - Manual (Page 2)

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SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Failure to follow all
Safety Rules and Precautions can result in
serious injury.
KNOW YOUR UNIT
S Read your instruction manual carefully until
you completely understand and can follow
all warnings and safety rules before operat-
ing this attachment.
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Restrict use of this attachment to users who
understand and will follow all warnings and
safety rules in this manual.
PLAN AHEAD
WARNING: Inspect area before use.
Remove all debris and hard objects such as
rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be
thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage
during operation.
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Always wear eye protection when operat-
ing, servicing, or performing maintenance
on this attachment. Wearing eye protection
will help to prevent rocks or debris from be-
ing blown or ricocheting into eyes and face
which can result in blindness and/or seri-
ous injury. Eye protection should be
marked Z87.
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Always wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals.
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Always wear respirator or face mask when
working with unit in dusty environments.
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Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure
or remove jewelry, loose clothing, or cloth-
ing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tas-
sels, etc. They can be caught in moving
parts.
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Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill,
upset, or if you are under the influence of al-
cohol, drugs, or medication.
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Keep children, bystanders, and animals
away from work area a minimum of 30 feet
(10 meters) when starting or operating unit.
Do not point blower discharge opening in
the direction of people or pets.
FUEL SAFETY (for gas powerheads)
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Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (in-
cluding smoking, open flames, or work that
can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is
mixed, poured, or stored.
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Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store
fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use
an approved, marked container for all fuel
purposes.
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Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the unit.
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Make sure the attachment is properly as-
sembled and in good operating condition.
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Do not fill fuel tank while engine is running.
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Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills
before starting engine.
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Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fuel and fueling site before starting engine.
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Always store gasoline in a container ap-
proved for flammable liquids.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY (for electric
powerheads)
WARNING: Avoid a dangerous envi-
ronment. To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
do not use in rain, in damp or wet locations, or
around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not
expose to snow, rain, or water to avoid the pos-
sibility of electrical shock. Do not handle exten-
sion cord plug or unit with wet hands.
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Use only a voltage supply as shown on the
nameplate of the powerhead.
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Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in
presence of flammable liquids or gases to
avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or caus-
ing damage to unit.
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Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use
in unventilated areas or where dust or explo-
sive vapors can build up
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To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use
extension cords specifically marked as
suitable for outdoor appliances. The elec-
trical rating of the cord must not be less than
the rating of the unit. The cord must be
marked with the suffix “W-A” (in Canada,
“W”). Make sure your extension cord is in
good condition. Inspect extension cord be-
fore use and replace if damaged. An under-
sized extension cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. If in doubt, use the next heavi-
er gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
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Do not use multiple cords.
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The powerhead may have a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other); if so, it
will require the use of a polarized extension
cord. The appliance plug will fit into a polar-
ized 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 re-
quire the use of a polarized wall outlet. This
plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only
one way. If plug does not fit fully into the wall
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper wall outlet. Do not change the equip-
ment plug, extension cord receptacle, or
extension cord plug in any way.
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Do not attempt to repair unit. Inspect the insu-
lation and connectors on the powerhead and
extension cord before each use. If there is
any damage, do not use until damage is re-
paired by your authorized service dealer.
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Do not pull or carry by cord; do not use cord
as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces. Do not unplug by
pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not
the cord.
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Do not use the powerhead if the switch
does not turn the unit on and off properly.