Craftsman C944.511573 - Manual (Page 4)

extension cord to the unit. An under­
sized extension cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in ioss
of power and overheating. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The iower the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
• Do not use multiple cords.
• Do not abuse cord. Never carry the
unit by the extension cord or yank
extension cord to disconnect unit. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not use cord as a handle, close a
door on cord, or pull cord around
sharp edges or corners. Do not ex­
pose cords to heat, oil, or water.
• Keep the extension cord clear of op­
erator and obstacles at all times. Tie
cord to cord retainer and connect to
recessed plug as shown in this
manual to prevent damage to unit
and/or extension cord and to reduce
the possibility of the extension cord
disconnecting from the unit during
operation,
• Do not attempt to repair unit. Inspect
the insulation and connectors on the
powerhead and extension cord before
each use. If there is any damage, do
not use until damage is repaired by
your authorized service dealer.
• Do not use the powerhead if the
switch does not turn the unit on and
off properly. Have the unit repaired
by your authorized service dealer.
• Do not use with damaged cord or
plug. If powerhead is networking as
it should, has been dropped, dam­
aged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to your authorized
service dealer for repair.
• Avoid unintentional starting of the
unit. Never carry unit with your finger
on the switch. Be sure the switch is
in the OFF position and never touch
the switch when connecting exten­
sion cord.
• Unplug the unit from the power
source when not in use, before servic­
ing, and when changing accessories
and/or attachments.
• Avoid any body contact with any
grounded conductor, such as metal
fences, or pipes, to avoid the possi­
bility of electric shock.
• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) protection should be pro­
vided on the circuit or outlet to be
used for the powerhead. Recep­
tacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used
for this measure of safety.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
^WARNING: Disconnect power-
head spark plug {or disconnect power-
head from power source) before per­
forming maintenance.
• Inspect entire unit before each use.
Replace damaged parts. Check for
fuel leaks. IVIake sure all fasteners are
in place and securely fastened.
• Maintain unit according to recom­
mended procedures.
• Throw away blades that are bent,
warped, cracked, broken, or damaged
in any other way. Replace parts that
are cracked, chipped, or damaged
before using the unit.
• Use only recommended Craftsman
parts and accessories. Never use
wire, wire rope, string, flailing de­
vices, etc.
• Be sure blade stops turning when
engine idles (see CARBURETOR AD­
JUSTMENTS section of powerhead
manual).
• Remove the blade before making car­
buretor adjustments. Hold the unit by
hand. Do not make carburetor adjust­
ments from the blade side of the unit.
• Keep others away when making car­
buretor adjustments.
• Never start the unit with the clutch
housing removed. The clutch can fly
off and cause serious injury.
• Have all maintenance and service not
explained in this manual performed by
a Sears Service Centre.
• If blade strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps: stop unit and disconnect
spark plug wire (or disconnect from
power source), inspect for damage,
and repair any damage before resum­
ing operation of the unit.
EDGING SAFETY
^WARNING: Inspect the area to
be edged before each use. Remove
objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
string, etc.) which can be thrown by the
blade or can wrap around the shaft.
• Keep others including children, ani­
mals, bystanders, and helpers at least
50 feet (15 meters) away. Stop the
unit immediately if you are ap­
proached,
• Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach or stand on unstable sur­
faces.
• Always keep the wheel in contact with
the ground.