MTD 769-00425 - Manual (Page 3)

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING
• Carefully read and understand the operator's manual
of the unit that powers this Add-On.
• Read this operating instruction manual carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use
of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and
disengage the controls quickly.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never
allow adults unfamiliar with the instructions to use the
unit. Never allow adults to operate the equipment
without proper instruction.
• All guards and safety attachments must be installed
properly before operating the unit.
• Inspect the unit before use.
• Clear the area before each use. Remove all objects
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which
can be thrown or become entangled in the attachment.
• Use only 0.080 inch (2.03 mm) diameter Genuine
Factory Parts™ replacement line. Never use metal-
reinforced line, wire, or rope, etc. These can break off
and become a dangerous projectile.
• 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.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION •
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS POWERHEADS AND
STRAIGHT SHAFT TRIMMER
• Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and
approved for the storage of such materials.
• Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling
the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank, or
add fuel, when the engine is hot. Never operate the unit
without the fuel cap securely in place. Loosen the fuel
tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
• Mix and add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated area outdoors
where there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove the
fuel cap only after stopping engine. Do not smoke while
fueling or mixing fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel from the
unit immediately.
• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do
not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
• Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling
source and site before starting the engine. Do not
smoke. Keep sparks and open flames away from the
area while adding fuel or operating the unit.
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this
unit only in a well ventilated area outdoors.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR ELECTRIC POWER HEADS
AND STRAIGHT SHAFT TRIMMER
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.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: 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.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to
the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
DANGER: 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.
WARNING: 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.
CAUTION: 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.
WARNING: When using the unit, the safety
rules must be followed. For your own safety
and that of bystanders, please read these
instructions before operating the unit. Please
keep the instructions safe for later use.
WARNING: Gasoline is highly flammable, and
its vapors can explode if ignited. Take the
following precautions:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, use only extension cords approved for
outdoor use, such as an extension cord of
cord type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A,
SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-W or SJTOW-A.
Extension cords are available from your local
retailer. Use only round-jacketed extension
cords approved for outdoor use.
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