Craftsman 944.514610 - Manual (Page 3)

Because a pruner is a high-speed
wood-cutting tool, special safety precau­
tions must be observed to reduce the
risk of accidents. Careless or improper
use of this tool can cause serious or
even fatal injury.
PLAN AHEAD
• Read this manual carefully until you
completely understand and can follow
all safety rules, precautions, and oper­
ating instructions before attempting to
use the unit.
• Restrict the use of your pruner to
adult users who understand and can
follow safety rules, precautions, and
operating instructions found on the
unit and in this manual.
HAZARD ZONE
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
Wear protective gear. Always use
steel-toed safety footwear with non­
slip soles; snug-fitting clothing; heavy,
long pants, and long sleeves; heavy-
duty, non-slip gloves; eye protection
such as non-fogging, vented goggles
or face screen; an approved safety
hard hat; and sound barriers (ear
plugs or mufflers) to protect your hear­
ing. Regular users should have hear­
ing checked regularly as engine noise
can damage hearing. Secure hair
above shoulder length. Secure or re­
move loose clothing and jewelry or
clothing with loosely hanging ties,
straps, tassels, etc.
Hearing
Protectiot
Snug
Fitting
Clothing
Safety
Shoes
Safety Hat
Eye
Protection
Heavy Duty
Gloves
Safety Chaps
Keep all parts of your body away
from the chain when the engine is
running.
Keep children, bystanders, and ani­
mals a minimum of 50 feet (15 me­
ters) away from the work area. Do
not allow other people or animals to
be near when starting or operating
the pruner.
A DANGER:
Do not
use near electrical
wires or power lines.
Keep pruner at least
30 feet (10 meters)
away from all power
lines.
• Do not handle or operate a pruner
when you are fatigued, ill, or upset,
or if you have taken alcohol, drugs,
or medication. You must be In good
physical condition and mentally
alert. If you have any condition that
might be aggravated by strenuous
work, check with doctor before oper­
ating a pruner.
• Carefully plan your pruning operation
in advance. Do not start cutting until
you have a clear work area, secure
footing, and a planned retreat path.
FUEL SAFETY (for gas powerheads)
• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
• Keep away from sparks or flames.
• Use a container approved for fuel.
• Do not smoke or allow smoking near
fuel or the powerhead.
• Avoid spiliing fuel or oil. Wipe up all
fuel spills before starting the power-
head.
• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away
from fueling site before starting power-
head engine.
• Stop engine and allow to cool before
removing fue! cap.
• Remove fuel cap slowly.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY (for electric
powerheads)
^WARNING:
Avoid a dangerous
environment. To reduce the risk of elec­
trical shock, do not use in rain, in damp
or wet locations, or around swimming
pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not expose to
snow, rain, or water to avoid the possi­
bility of eiectrical shock. Do not use on
wet surfaces. Do not handle extension
cord plug or unit with wet hands.
• Use only a voltage supply as shown
on the nameplate of the unit.