Craftsman 358.796131- - Manual (Page 3)

SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
Failure to follow safety rules and precautions could result in serious personal injury.
1 .
A. KNOW YOUR UNIT
1. Read your Operator's Manual carefully until
you completely understand and can follow
all safety rules, precautions and operating
Instructions before operating the unit.
2. Restrict your unit to users who understand
and follow all safety rules, precautions, and
operating instructions found in this manual.
B. PLAN AHEAD
Ahnays wear eye protection. The
splash deflector/llne limiter will not
prevent rocks and debris from being
thrown or ricocheting Into the eyes
and face which can result In loss of vision or
serious personal injury.
2. Dress safely in long pants and wear boots or
safety shoes. Do not wear loose clothing,
jewelry, short pants or sandals; or go barefoot.
3. Do not operate the unit when you are tired,
ill, or upset; or if you have taken alcohol or
drugs/medication.
4. Inspect the area to be cut before starting the
unit. Remove all debris and objects that can
ricochet, be thrown, become entangled in the cutting
head, orcause injury or damage during cutting.
5. Keep children, bystanders and animals a safe
distance away from the work area—a minimum
of 30 feet (10 meters).
C. HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
1. Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame {in­
cluding smoking, open flames, or work that
could cause sparks) in the areas where fuel
is mixed, poured, or stored.
2. Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store fuel in
a cool, dry, well-ventilated place; and use an
approved, marked container for all fuel purposes.
3. Do .npt..smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the unit. , ^ ^
4. Wipe up ail spills before starting thè engine.
5. Move at ieast 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fuei and fueling site before starting the
engine.
A warning
The lower unit of this machine is designed as a line
trimmer only, and must not be equipped with any type
blade. Serious Injury can occur to the user or
bystanders because:
— The necessary protective devices for blade use are
not part of-the lower unit. . . .
— Some blades are not designed for the high speed
this engine produces. This can cause Injury due to
blade failure.
Do not use any attachment with this engine other than
those supplied by the manufecturer and specifically
recommended for this power head. Serious injury to
the user or damage to the engine can result otherwise.
D. OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
1 Inspect the entire unit before each use for loose,
. missing ordamagedparts^iDo not use until the unit
is in proper working order.
2. Use only flexible, non-metalic, monofilament
cutting line.
Do not use other materials such as rope,
wire, etc. Wire can break off during cutting and be ■
come a dangerous missile.
3. Make sure the cutting head stops turning
when the throttle trigger is released and the
engine runs at idle speed. For correction,
refer fo "Carburetor Adjustments," page 9.
4. Keep the handies free of oil and fuel.
5. Never start or run the engine inside a closed
room or building. Exhaust fumes Contain
dangerous carbon monoxide.
6. Keep your body clear of the cutting head
while the unit is in use.
7. Do not operate in a position over waist high.
8. Do not overreach. Keep firm footing and
balance at all times.
9. Run the engine at full throttle only when
cutting.
10, Stop the engine before removing the fuel
cap.
11. Use only for Jobs explained in this manual.
E. MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
1. Maintain the unit according to recommend­
ed procedures.
2. Disconnect spark plug before performing
maintenance except for carburetor adjustment.
3. Use only recommended replacement parts.
The use of any part, or accessory not specifically
designed Ibrthis u nit could create a hazard and/or void
your warranty.
4. Drain fuel from the fuel tank before storing
for 30 or more days.
5. Do not store the.unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters, furnaces,etc.
6. Store in a dry area out of the reach of
children.
STATE AND LOCAL
ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS
Your engine is equipped with a temperature limiting
muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the
requirements of California Codes
4442 and 4443. All
U.S. Forest Land and the states of California, Maine,
Oregon, and Washington require by law that certain inter­
nal combustion engines operated on forest, brush, and
grass covered areas be equipped with a temperature
limiting muffler and/or spark arresting screen. If you
operate an internal combustion engine in a state or
locale where such regulations exist, you are legally
responsible for maintaining the operating condition of
these parts. Failure to do so can subject you to
liability or to a fine.