Operator Safety - Craftsman Weedwacker 358.791051 Operator's Manual

I_] se unleaded gasoline and two-stroke oil mixed at a
ratio of 40:1 (2.5%).
These attachments used in combination with the specified powerhead have been
evaluated to ANSI B175.3-2903, "Grass Trimmers and Brushcutters - Safety
Requirements".
Powerhead including trimmer attachment ...................... 358.79105
Brushcutter attachment ...................................... 358.79244
These attachments used in combination with the specified powerhead have been
evaluated to applicable ISO and EN safety requirement standards by the Swedish
Machinery Testing Institute:
Edger attachment ........................................... 358.79240
Cultivator attachment ........................................ 358.79241
Blower attachment .......................................... 358.79242
Pruner attachment .......................................... 358.79245
,_kWARNING: When using gar-
dening appliances, basic safety pre-
cautions must always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire and serious
injury, Read and fottow aIt instructions.
This power unit can be dangerous! Op-
erator is responsible for following
instructions and wamings on unit and in
manual. Read entire operator's manual
before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls and the proper use of
the unit. Restrict the use of this unit to
persons who have read, understand,
and wilt follow the instructions and
warnings on the unit and in the manual.
Never allow children to operate this unit.
OPERATOR'S SAFETY INFORMATION
MANUAL ON THE UNIT
A_L DANGER: Never use blades
with line trimmer attachment. Never
use flailing devices with any attach-
ment. This unit (when used with sup-
plied line trimmer attachment) is de-
signed for line trimmer use only. Use
of any other accessories with line trim-
mer attachment will increase the risk
of injury.
If situations occur which are not cov-
ered in this manual, use care and
good judgment, tf you need assis-
tance, contact your Sears Service
Center or call 1-800-235-5878.
OPERATOR SAFETY
• Dress properly. Always wear safety
glasses or similar eye protection
when operating, or performing main-
tenance, on your unit (safety
glasses are available), Eye protec-
tion should be marked Z87.
• Always wear face or dust mask if op-
eration is dusty.
• Always wear heavy, long pants, tong
sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing
safety leg guards is recommended.
• Always wear foot protection. Do not
go barefoot or wear sandals. Stay
clear of spinning line.
• Secure hair above shoulder length.
Secure or remove loose clothing or
clothing with loosely hanging ties,
straps, tassels, etc. They can be
caught in moving parts.
• Being fully covered also helps pro-
tect you from debris and pieces of
toxic plants thrown by spinning line.
• Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit
when you are tired, ill, upset or un-
der the influence of alcohol, drugs,
or medication. Watch what you are
doing; use common sense.
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