Replacement Part List
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Read All Instructions
  For safe operation, read and understand all instructions 
before using this product. Follow all safety instructions. 
Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below, can 
result in serious personal injury.
  Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use 
this unit.
  Do not start or operate the engine in a conned space, 
building, near open windows, or in other unventilated 
space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can 
collect. Carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and 
extremely dangerous gas, can cause unconsciousness or 
death.
  Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects 
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or loose string 
which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting 
line or blade.
  Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to 
comply with ANSI Z87.1 along with hearing protection 
when operating this equipment.
  Wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. 
Do not wear loose tting clothing, short pants, sandals, 
or go barefoot. Do not wear jewelry of any kind.
  Heavy protective clothing may increase operator fa-
tigue, which could lead to heat stroke. During weather 
that is hot and humid, heavy work should be scheduled 
for early morning or late afternoon hours when tem-
peratures are cooler.
  Never operate this unit on the operator’s left side.
  Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent en-
tanglement in moving parts.
  Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least  
50 ft. (15 m) away. Bystanders should be encouraged 
to wear eye protection. If you are approached, stop the 
engine and cutting attachment. If you are using a brush 
cutter attachment, there is the added risk of injury to 
bystanders from being struck with the moving blade in 
the event of a blade thrust or other unexpected reaction 
of the saw.
  Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, upset, or 
under the inuence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.  
  Do not operate in poor lighting.
  Keep rm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Over-
reaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot 
surfaces.
  Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable foot-
ing on a solid surface enables better control of the unit 
in unexpected situations. 
  Keep all parts of your body away from any moving 
part. 
  To avoid hot surfaces, never operate the unit with the 
bottom of the engine above waist level.
  Do not touch area around the mufer or cylinder of the 
unit, these parts get hot from operation. Contact with hot 
surfaces could result in possible serious personal injury.
  Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire 
before making any adjustments or repairs except for 
carburetor adjustments. 
  Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel 
leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use. 
  The cutting attachment should never rotate at idle dur-
ing normal use. The cutting attachment may rotate at 
idle during carburetor adjustments.
  It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held 
tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s 
Syndrome in certain individuals. Symptoms may in-
clude tingling, numbness, and blanching of the ngers, 
usually apparent upon exposure to cold. Hereditary 
factors, exposure to cold and dampness, diet, smok-
ing, and work practices are all thought to contribute 
to the development of these symptoms. It is presently 
unknown what, if any, vibrations or extent of exposure 
may contribute to the condition. There are measures 
that can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce the 
effects of vibration:
a)  Keep your body warm in cold weather. When oper-
ating the unit wear gloves to keep hands and wrists 
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major 
factor contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
b)  After each period of operation, exercise to increase 
blood circulation. 
c)  Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of 
exposure per day.
d)  Keep the tool well maintained, fasteners tightened, 
and worn parts replaced.
  If you experience any of the symptoms of this condi-
tion, immediately discontinue use and see your physi-
cian about these symptoms.
  Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
  Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or ames. 
Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 30 ft. (9 m) away from 
refueling site before starting engine. Slowly remove 
the fuel cap after stopping engine. Do not smoke when 
refueling.
  Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or 
storing the unit. 
Safety Rules
General Safety Rules
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in electric shock, re 
and/or serious personal injury.










