RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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Adjust the D-handle to your size in order to provide the best grip.
• Use only replacement parts or accessories recommended for
this tool that are distributed by Sears or a Craftsman outlet.
Use of any replacement parts or accessories purchased
elsewhere may be hazardous, and will also void your warranty.
Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact with anything
before starting the unit.
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Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They may
become lodged between the cutting attachment and shield.
Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position
whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and unit must
be in a stable position while starting. Refer to
Starting/Stopping Instructions.
To reduce fire hazard, replace a faulty muffler and spark
arrestor. Keep the engine and muffler free from grass, leaves,
excessive grease or carbon build up.
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Use the right tool. Only use this tool for its intended purpose.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a
firm grip on both handles or grips.
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Never store the unit with fuel in the tank, inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame (pilot lights, etc.) or
sparks (switches, electrical motors, etc.).
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Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts. Do not
touch or try to stop the cutting attachment when it rotates.
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Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting. Be
sure to secure the unit while transporting.
Do not touch the engine, gear housing or muffler. These parts get
extremely hot from operation, even after the unit is turned off.
Store the unit in a dry place, secured or at a height to prevent
unauthorized use or damage. Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to
cut, trim or edge. Do not run the engine at high speed when
not cutting.
Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean after
each use, see Cleaning and Storage instructions (p. 11).
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Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or when
walking from one cutting location to another.
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Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to
instruct other users. If you loan this unit to others, also loan
them these instructions.
If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the
engine immediately and check for damage. Do not operate
before repairing damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or
damaged parts.
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Turn the engine to off and disconnect the spark plug for
maintenance or repair.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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SAFETY & INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS •
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the
operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.
SYMBOL
MEANING
SYMBOL
MEANING
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SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used
in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
ON / START / RUN
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ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
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WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OFF or STOP
Read the operator’s manual(s) and follow all warnings
and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in
serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
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HOT SURFACE WARNING
Do not touch a hot muffler, gear housing or
cylinder. You may get burned. These parts get
extremely hot from operation. They remain hot for
a short time after the unit is turned off.
WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING: Thrown objects and loud noise can
cause severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear
eye protection meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards
and ear protection when operating this unit. Use
a full face shield when needed.
THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING
CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
WARNING: Do not operate without the cutting
attach-ment shield in place. Keep away from the
rotating cutting attachment.
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UNLEADED FUEL
Always use clean, fresh unleaded fuel
KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
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OIL
WARNING: Keep all bystanders, especially
children and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m) from
the operating area.
Refer to operator’s manual for the proper type of oil.
SHARP BLADE
WARNING: Sharp blade on cutting attachment
shield. To prevent serious injury, do not touch
the line cutting blade.
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