Craftsman 25cc Operation Manual - Page 3

SAFE OPERATION RULES DURING OPERATION • Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or build - ing. Breathing exhaust fumes can be fatal. Operate this unit only in a well ventilated outdoor area. • Wear safety glasses or goggles that meet ANSI Z87.1 standards and are marked as such. Wear ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. • Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves and a long sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level. • The cutting attachment shield must always be in place while operating the unit as a trimmer. Do not oper ate unit without both trimming lines extended, and the proper line installed. Do not extend the trimming line beyond the length of the shield. • 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. • Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or when walking from one cutting location to another. • 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. Stop the unit, switch the engine to o , and disconnect the spark plug for maintenance or repair. • Use only original equipment manufacturer replacement parts and accessories for this unit. These are available from your authorized service dealer. Use of any unau thorized parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and void your war ranty. • This unit has a clutch. The cutting attachment remains stationary when the engine is idling. If it does not, have the unit adjusted by an authorized service technician. • Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They may become lodged between the cutting attachment and shield. • Adjust the handle to your size in order to provide the To reduce fire hazard, replace faulty muffler and spark best grip. arrestor. Keep the engine and muffler free from grass, t leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up. • Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact with . anything before starting the unit. • Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light. OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS • Never store a unit with propane canister attached inside a building where vapor may reach an open flame or s • Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position spark. whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. Refer to Starting/Stopping Instructions. (p.10) . • Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to secure the unit while transporting. • Only use this tool for its intended purpose. • Store the unit in a dry area, locked up or up high to prevent unauthorized use or damage, out of the reach of • Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and bal - children. ance. • Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other • Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Keep a firm grip on both handles or grips. Clean after each use, see Cleaning and Storage instruc - • Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all mov - tions. (p.19) ing parts. Do not touch or try to stop the cutting attach - • Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use ment when it rotates. them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this • Do not touch the engine, gear housing or muffler. These unit, also loan them these instructions. parts get extremely hot from operation, even after the unit is turned o . SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS LEHR | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2008-2009 3