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changing accessories. Inspect trimmer periodically and
replace if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized
service facility. Keep handles dry, clean, free from oil
and grease.
15. Checked damage parts – Before further use of the
trimmer, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check
for the alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
condition that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced by an authorized service center unless
indicated elsewhere in this manual.
c) ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRASS
TRIMMER/EDGER
1. Keep guards in place and in working order.
2. Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
mCAUTION!
The safety guard is critical to the safety of the operator and
people near the trimmer. The safety guard keeps the trimmer
in good working order and must always be in place during
operation.
• Do not try to stop the cutting device (nylon line) with your
hands. Always let it come to a stop by itself.
mWARNING! After switching off the tool, the cutting device
continues to rotate for a few more seconds.
• Only use the original type of nylon line. Under no
circumstances use metal line instead of nylon.
• Do not use the tool to cut grass which is not on the ground.
For example, do not cut grass which is on walls or rocks.
• Do not switch on the tool in enclosed or poorly ventilated
spaces or in the presence of inammable and/or explosive
substances such as liquids, gasses and powders.
• Only cut during broad daylight or with adequate articial
light.
• Check that all grass cuttings and dirt have been removed
from the ventilation vents.
• Do not cross roads or gravel paths with the tool still running.
• When the tool is not in use, store it in a dry place and out of
reach of children.
• After use, disconnect the tool from the power supply and
check for damage. If you have the slightest doubts, contact
an authorized service center.
• Only use the tool according to the instructions given in this
manual.
• Check regularly that the screws are tight.
• Do not try to repair the tool or access internal parts.
Contact authorized service centers only.
Extension Cords
• Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When
using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough
to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size
to use depending on cord length and nameplate Ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller
the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuits or outlets to be used for this
Pole Saw. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI
protection and maybe used for this measure of safety.
• Use only UL listed extension cords. Inspect extension
cord before use and never use damaged or altered
extension cords. Follow extension cord manufacturer
safety instructions.
• To reduce the risk of disconnection of appliance cord from
the extension cord during operating use the plug-receptacle
retaining straps provide or make a knot with the two cords
as shown in Table 2.
Table 1. Minimum Recommended Extension Cord Gauge
(AWG) Chart
Table 2. Method of securing Extension Cord
25
18
18
16
14
50
16
16
16
12
100
16
14
14
150
14
12
12
Volts
120V
0 – 6
6 – 10
10 – 12
12 – 16
Total length of cord in feet
AWG
(Extension Cord Gauge)
Not Recommended
Ampere Rating
(B) Connect plug and receptacle
Cord set Appliance cord
(A) Tie cord as shown