Sears 316.79197 - Manual (Page 3)

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• SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS •
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's
manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.
WHILE OPERATING
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building.
Breathing exhaust fumes can be fatal. Operate this unit only in a
well-ventilated outdoor area.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that meet ANSI Z87.1–1989 standards
and are marked as such. Wear ear/hearing protection when operating
this unit. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
• Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves and a long sleeve shirt. Do
not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go
barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.
• The cutting attachment shield must always be in place while
operating the unit as a trimmer. Do not operate unit without both
trimming lines extended, and the proper line installed. Do not
extend the trimming line beyond the length of the shield.
• This unit has a clutch. The cutting attachment remains stationary
when the engine is idling. If it does not, take the unit to a Sears or
other qualified service dealer for an adjustment.
• Adjust the D-handle to your size in order to provide the best grip.
• Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact with anything
before starting the unit.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever pulling
the starter rope. The operator and unit must be in a stable position
while starting. Refer to Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for its intended purpose.
• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a
firm grip on both handles or grips.
• Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving parts. Do not
touch or try to stop the cutting attachment when it rotates.
• Do not touch the engine, gear housing or muffler. These parts get
extremely hot from operation, even after the unit is turned off.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to cut, trim
or edge. Do not run the engine at high speed when not cutting.
• Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or when walking
from one cutting location to another.
• If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the engine
immediately and check for damage. Do not operate before repairing
damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
• Stop the unit, switch the engine to off, and disconnect the spark
plug for maintenance or repair.
• Use only replacement parts or accessories recommended for this
tool that are distributed by Sears or a Craftsman outlet. Use of any
replacement parts or accessories purchased elsewhere may be
hazardous, and will also void your warranty.
• Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They may
become lodged between the cutting attachment and shield.
• To reduce fire hazard, replace a faulty muffler and spark arrestor.
Keep the engine and muffler free from grass, leaves, excessive
grease or carbon build up.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Never store the unit with fuel in the tank, inside a building where
fumes may reach an open flame (pilot lights, etc.) or sparks
(switches, electrical motors, etc.).
• Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to
secure the unit while transporting.
• Store the unit in a dry area, locked up or up high to prevent
unauthorized use or damage, out of the reach of children.
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean after each use, see
Cleaning and Storage Instructions.
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to
instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them
these instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING
• READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING: Read the operator’s manual(s) and follow
all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
OFF or STOP
• WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING: Thrown objects and loud noise can
cause severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye
protection meeting ANSI Z87.1–1989 standards and ear
protection when operating this unit. Use a full face shield
when needed.
• KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
WARNING: Keep all bystanders, especially children
and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m) from the operating area.
• THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN
CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
WARNING: Do not operate without the cutting
attachment shield in place. Keep away from the
rotating cutting attachment.
• HOT SURFACE
WARNING: Do not touch a hot muffler, gear housing
or cylinder. You may get burned. These parts get
extremely hot from operation. They remain hot for a
short time after the unit is turned off.
• UNLEADED FUEL
Always use clean, fresh unleaded fuel
• OIL
Refer to operator’s manual for the proper type of oil. • SHARP BLADE
WARNING: Sharp blade on cutting attachment
shield. To prevent serious injury, do not touch the line
cutting blade.
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
ON / START / RUN
• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in
conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.