MTD Yard-Man YM137 - Manual (Page 3)

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SYMBOL MEANING
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your
attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols,
and their explanations, deserve your careful attention
and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or
warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital
to the operation or maintenance of the
equipment.
SYMBOL MEANING
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and proper use of the unit.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Children and teens under the age of 15 must not use
the unit, except for teens guided by an adult.
• Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts.
Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure.
Replace cutting attachment parts that are cracked,
chipped or damaged in any way. Make sure the cutting
attachment is properly installed and securely fastened.
Be sure that the cutting attachment shield is properly
attached, and positioned as recommended. Failure to
do so can result in personal injury to the operator and
bystanders, as well as damage to the unit.
• This unit was not designed to be used as a
brushcutter. Do not attach or operate this unit with any
type of brushcutting blade or brushcutting attachment.
• Use only a 0.080-inch (2.03 mm) diameter original
equipment manufacturer replacement line. Never use
metal-reinforced line, wire, chain or rope. These can
break off and become dangerous projectiles.
• Be aware of risk of injury to the head, hands and feet.
• Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove
rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string and other
objects which may be thrown or become entangled in
the cutting attachment. Clear the area of children,
bystanders and pets; keep them outside a 50-foot
(15 m.) radius, at a minimum. Even then, they are still
at risk from thrown objects. Encourage bystanders to
wear eye protection. If you are approached, stop the
unit immediately.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNINGS
• Since the tool is double-insulated, a 2-wire extension
cord (an extension cord without a ground) may be
used. A 3-wire extension cord (an extension cord with
a ground) that uses a NEMA type connector (parallel
blade, U ground) is recommended. Extension cords
are available from your local retailer. Use only round-
jacketed extension cords approved for outdoor use.
• This tool is double-insulated. Repair or replace damaged
cords.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
When using the unit,
you must follow the
safety rules. Please read these instructions
before operating the unit in order to ensure
the safety of the operator and any bystanders.
Please keep these instructions for later use.
WARNING:
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
Failure to obey a
safety warning can
result in injury to yourself and others.
Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
WARNING:
Failure to obey a
safety warning will
result in serious injury to yourself or to
others. Always follow the safety precautions
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
DANGER:
Failure to obey a
safety warning may
result in property damage or personal injury
to yourself or to others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates
danger,
warning or caution. Attention is required in
order to avoid serious personal injury. May
be used in conjunction with other symbols
or pictographs.
SAFETY ALERT:
When using electric
gardening appliances,
basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury. Carefully read and
understand the entire operator's manual before
using your unit. Pay close attention to the
operating instructions and safety warnings.
DANGER:
To reduce the risk of
electrical shock, use
only SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A,
SJOW-A, SJTW-W or SJTOW-A cord types.
WARNING: