Instruction manual

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SAFETY RULES
W ARNING:
When using gardening
app liances, basic safety precautions should al-
ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and
ser ious in jury. Rea d an d follow all inst r uc tio ns.
This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is
responsible for following instructions and warn-
ings on unit and in manua l. Read entire instruc-
tion manual before using unit! Be thoroughly fa-
miliar witht hecontro ls andthe pr op er use of th e
unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who
read, understand, and follow instructions and
warnings on unit and in manual. Never allow
child ren to operat e this unit.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
DANGER:
Never use blades, wire, or
flailing devices. This unit is designed for line
trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories
or attachments will increase the risk of injury.
W ARNING:
T rimmer line throws ob-
jects violently. Youandothers can be blinded/
injured. Wear safety glasses and leg protec-
tion. Keep body parts clear of rotating line.
Safety Glasses or similar eye protection
Boots
Hazard Zone
15 meters
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 15 me-
ters away . If approached stop unit immediately.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgement. If
youneedassistance, contact your authorized
service dealer.
OPERATOR SAFETY
S Dress properly. Always wear safety
glasses or similar eye protection when op-
erating, or performing maintenance, on
your unit (safety glasses are available).
Eye protection should be marked Z87.
S Always wear face or dust mask if operation
is dusty.
S Always wear heavy, long pants, long
sleeves, boots,and gloves. Wearingsafety
leg guards is recommended.
S Always wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of
spinning line.
S Secure hair aboveshoulder length. Secure
or remove loose clothing or clothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
S Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
S Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit when you
ar e tired, ill, up set or un de r theinfluence ofal-
cohol, dru gs, o r medication . Watch what yo u
are doing; use common sense.
S Wear hearing protection.
S Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
S Disconnect the spark plug before performing
maintenan ce except carburetor adjustments.
S Look for and replace damaged or loose
parts before each use. Look for and repair
fuel leaks beforeuse. Keepin goodworking
condition.
S Replace trimmer head parts that are
chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in
any other way before using the unit.
S Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures. Keep cutting line at proper
length.
S Use only 2 mm diameter McCulloch!
brand line. Never use wire, rope, string,
etc.
S Install requiredshield properly beforeusing
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;
make sure it is properly installed and se-
curely fastened.
S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower
end supported to prevent line from contact-
ing any object.
S Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Use only recommended McCulloch! ac-
cessories and replacement parts.
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performed by an au-
thorized service dealer.
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 Av oid spillin gfu el or oil. Wipe up all fu el sp ills.
S Move at least 3 meters away from fueling
site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow to cool before re-
moving fuel cap.
S Always store gasoline in a container ap-
proved for flammable liquids.