Use and Care Manual

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Even if you use an engine correctly, CO may leak into the home. ALWAYS use a battery-powered or
battery-backup CO alarm in the home. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after the engine has been
running, move to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You may have carbon monoxide poisoning.
WARNING: The exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING: This engine may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which can
cause severe burns or even death if ignited. A nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if it
isn’t directly in contact with gasoline.
• Do not operate near an open flame.
• Do not smoke near the engine.
• Always operate on a firm, level surface.
• Always turn engine off before refueling. Allow engine to cool for at least 2 minutes before
removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. Gasoline may expand during operation. Do not fill to the top of the tank.
Allow for expansion.
• Always check for spilled fuel before operating.
• Empty fuel tank before storing or transporting the engine.
WARNING: This engine produces heat when running. Temperatures near exhaust can
exceed 150
0
F (65
0
C).
Do not touch hot surfaces. Pay attention to warning labels on the engine identifying hot parts of the
machine. Allow engine to cool down after use before touching engine or areas of the engine that become
hot during use.
CAUTION:
Misuse of this engine can damage it or shorten its life. Only use engine for its
intended purposes.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Stop unit and disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance (except idle
speed adjustments).
 Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before
use. Keep unit in good working condition.
 Throw away blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Replace
trimmer head parts that are cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in any other way before using the
unit.
 Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep blade sharp. Keep cutting line at the
proper length.
 Use only specified replacement line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
 Install required shield properly before using the unit.
 Use only specified blade or trimmer head; make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened.
 Never start engine with clutch shroud removed. The clutch can fly off and cause serious injury.
 Be sure blade or trimmer head stops turning when engine idles.
 Make idle speed adjustments with the lower end supported to prevent blade or trimmer line from
contacting any object. Hold unit by hand; do not use the shoulder strap for support.
 Keep others away when making idle speed adjustments.