Homelite MIGHTYLITE UT21907 - Manual (Page 3)

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
 For safe operation, read and understand all instructions before
using this product. Follow all safety instructions. Failure to
follow all safety instructions listed below, can result in seri-
ous personal injury.
 Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this
unit.
 Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated
area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
 Clear the work area before each use. Remove all objects such
as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be
thrown or become entangled in the cutting line or blade.
 Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1 standard when operating this product.
 Wear heavy, long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not wear
loose fitting clothing, short pants, or go barefoot. Do not
wear jewelry of any kind.
 Product users on United States Forest Service land, and in
some states, must comply with fire prevention regulations.
This product is equipped with a spark arrestor; however,
other user requirements may apply. Check with your federal,
state, or local authorities.
 Never operate this unit on the operator’s left side.
 Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entanglement
in moving parts.
 Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.
Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection.
 Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
 Do not operate in poor lighting.
 Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Over-
reaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot
surfaces. Keep cutting attachment below waist.
 To avoid hot surfaces, never operate the unit with the bottom
of the engine above waist level.
 Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
 Do not touch area around the muffler or cylinder of the unit;
these parts get hot from operation.
 Always stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire be-
fore making any adjustments or repairs except for carburetor
adjustments.
 Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel
leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use.
 The string head will rotate during carburetor adjustments.
 It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held tools
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome in
certain individuals. Symptoms may include tingling, numb-
ness, and blanching of the fingers, usually apparent upon
exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to cold and
dampness, diet, smoking, and work practices are all thought
to contribute to the development of these symptoms. It is
presently unknown what, if any, vibrations or extent of ex-
posure may contribute to the condition. There are measures
that can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce the
effects of vibration:
a) Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating
the unit wear gloves to keep your hands and wrists
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
b) After each period of operation, exercise to
increase blood circulation.
c) Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
d) Keep the product well maintained, fasteners tightened
and worn parts replaced.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your physician about
these symptoms.
 Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline. Do
not smoke while fueling or mixing fuel.
 Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames. Wipe
up any fuel spillage. Move 30 ft. away from refueling site
before starting engine.
 Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or storing
the unit.
 Allow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and secure the
unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle.
 Replace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged
in any way. Be sure the string head or blade is properly
installed and securely fastened. Failure to do so can cause
serious injury.
 Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors, and handles are
properly and securely attached.
 Use only the manufacturer’s replacement string in the
cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment.
To install any other brand of cutting head to this string
trimmer can result in serious personal injury.
 Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place
and in good condition.
 Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming. Keep
string head below waist level. Never cut with the string
head located over 30 in. or more above the ground.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES