Craftsman 172.74544 - Manual (Page 8)

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.
EXTENSION CORDS cont.
A\ WARNING:
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace
immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged
area could cause electrical shock, resulting in serious injury.
The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
V....................................................................... Volts
A....................................................................... Amps
Hz..................................................................... Hertz
W...................................................................... Watts
min................................................................... Minutes
'X/...................................................................... Alternating current
................................................................... Direct current
no..................................................................... No-load speed
O.......................................................................Class II construction, Double Insulated
RPM..................................................................Revolutions per minute
SPM..................................................................Strokes per minute
0PM................................................................. Orbits per minute
A
................................................ ..................... Indicates danger, warning or caution.
It means attention! Your safety is involved.
SERVICE SAFETY
1. If any part of this trimmer is missing or should break, bend, or fail in any way;
or should any electrical component fail to perform properly: SHUT OFF the
power switch and remove the trimmer plug from the power source and have the
missing, damaged or failed parts replaced BEFORE resuming operation.
2. Tool service should be performed at a Sears Parts and Repair Center. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
3. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions
in the maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to
follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
SAFETY RULES FOR ELECTRICTRIMMERS
1. KNOW your electric trimmer. Read operator’s manual carefully. Learn the
applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injury.
2. DO NOT use trimmer without adequate lighting. ALWAYS make sure that you can
see what you are trimming and edging.
3. Use trimmer ONLY when grass and weeds are dry.
4. ALWAYS remove objects such as stones, sticks, and debris from the trimming/edging
path that could become entangled in, or thrown by, the trimmer.
5. ALWAYS hold the trimmer by both the main rear handle and the auxiliary handle
for greater control and balance. NEVER reach under the safety guard.
6. AVOID accidental starting. DO NOT carry a plugged in trimmer with your finger
on the switch.