Craftsman 172.74544 - Manual (Page 6)

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.
PERSONAL SAFETY cont.
5. USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields or full face shield, proper work shoes with rubber non-slip soles, heavy-duty
non-slip rubber gloves and dust mask or respirator and hearing protection. Hard
hat should be used for appropriate conditions.
6. DO NOT overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and
balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY
A\ WARNING:
BE SURE to read and understand all instructions before
operating this tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
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DO NOT use the tool if switch does not turn it “On” or “Off”
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Any tool that cannot be
DISCONNECT the plug from the power source before making any adjustments,
changing cutting line, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
STORE idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Children
MUST NOT operate the tool. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
MAINTAIN tools with care. ALWAYS keep cutting tools clean and in good working order.
CHECK for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other
condition that may affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced
before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
USE ONLY cutting line that is recommended for this trimmer. Cutting line that may be
suitable for one trimmer may become hazardous when used on another trimmer.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
/K WARNING:
Do not permit fingers to touch
the terminals of plug when installing or removing
the plug from the outlet.
1. Double Insulated tools are equipped with a polarized
plug (one blade Is wider than the other). This plug will
fit In a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not tit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. It it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized
outlet. Do not change or alter the plug in any way.
2. Double insulation O eliminates the need for the
three-wire grounded power cord and grounded power
supply system. Applicable only to Class II (double-
insulated) tools. This trimmer is a double insulated tool.