Yard-Man YM25 - Manual (Page 3)

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SPARK ARRESTOR
NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states
of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. All U.S.
Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources
Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington require, by
law that certain internal combustion engines operated on
forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped with
a spark arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or
the engine be constructed, equipped and maintained for the
prevention of fire. Check with your state or local authorities
for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to
follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a
fine. This unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor.
If it requires replacement, ask your LOCAL SERVICE
DEALER to install the accessory part #182747 Spark
Arrestor.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and
their explanations deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates danger, warning, or caution. Attention is required in order to avoid
serious personal injury. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in injury to yourself and others. Always follow
the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using the unit, you must
follow the safety rules. For your own safety
and that of bystanders, please read these
instructions before operating the unit.
Please keep the instructions for later use.
Before Operating
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and proper use of the unit.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS
PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS
KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS
OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
• Children under the age of 15 must not use the unit;
teens may operate the unit with adult guidance.
• Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts.
Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in
place and secure. Replace cutting attachment parts
that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any way.
Make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed
and securely fastened. Be sure that the cutting
attachment shield is properly attached, and positioned
as recommended. Failure to do so can result in
personal injury to the operator and bystanders, as well
as damage to the unit.
• Use only 0.080-inch (2.03 mm) diameter Genuine
Factory Parts™ replacement line. Never use metal-
reinforced line, wire, chain or rope. These can break
off and become dangerous projectiles.
WARNING!
Read the Operator’s Manual and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-345-8746 IN U.S. OR 1-800-668-1238 in CANADA
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
SECTION 1a: RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION