Safety Definitions; Important Safety Information; Responsibility Of The Owner; Operation Safety - Southland S-WFT-16022-[E] Manual Del Operador

Safety Definitions

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Safety Alert Symbols
The following symbols are used on the product and in this manual to alert the operator of potential safety hazards. Read
them carefully, and understand their meaning.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor/moderate injury, or
CAUTION
equipment/property damage.
The following symbols can be found on your trimmer. Carefully read and understand their meaning.
Safety Warning Symbols
Indicates WARNING, DANGER, or
CAUTION.
Read operator's manual before operating
this machine. Failure to follow directions
could result in serious injury.
Thrown objects. Remove all rocks, stones,
and foreign objects which could be thrown
by machine
15m/50ft Keep bystanders at a safe distance (15m
/50 ft). NEVER use if children are present.
Do NOT trim up and down slopes. Trim
across slopes.
Rotating parts can cause serious injury.
Keep hands and feet away.
Control and Operating Symbols
Oil Fill Location
Do Not Overfill
Slow Throttle
Engage Trimmer Head
Engine Stop
Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112
Wear eye protection complying with
ANSI Z87.1 and hearing protection.
Disconnect spark plug wire when not
in use or before servicing, cleaning, or
performing maintenance on the unit.
Rotation direction of trimmer line
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
NEVER run unit indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area.
Do NOT touch hot muffler or cylinder.
These parts are extremely hot from
operation and may remain hot for a short
time after operation.
To reduce risk of fire, clean spilled gas
and oil and keep unit free from debris.
Gasoline is extremely flammable. Allow
machine to cool before refueling.
Gasoline Fill Location
Fast Throttle / Start Position
Disengage Trimmer Head
Push primer 3 times before starting a
cold engine. Important: Do not prime to
restart a warm engine.
PUSH TO PRIME
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Important Safety Information

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RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER

1. Carefully read and follow these safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
2. Know your product. Read and understand this manual before use. Compare the illustrations to unit. Learn location
and function of all controls. Thoroughly understanding the unit before use will result in the best performance and safety.
3. Follow all instructions when assembling the unit. If the unit was purchased in assembled condition, the operator
must check the unit carefully to make sure it was assembled according to the instructions in the manual before use.
4. Regularly inspect the trimmer. Make sure parts are not bent, damaged, or loose.
5 Use this equipment for its intended purpose only.
6. Operate the unit only with guards, shields, and other safety items in place and working correctly.
7. Service the unit only with authorized or approved replacement parts.
8. Complete all unit maintenance and adjustments
according to the instruction in this manual.
WARNING
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means: " Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety Is
Involved."
WARNING
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
To prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug
wire and put wire where it cannot contact the spark plug.
PREPARATION SAFETY
WARNING
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on this machine and in this manual. Be thoroughly familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the trimmer before starting. Know how to stop the engine quickly.
• Familiarize yourself with all the safety and operating decals on this equipment.
WARNING
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the trimmer is to be used and remove all foreign objects. Your equipment can
propel small objects at high speed causing personal injury or property damage. Stay away from breakable objects,
such as house windows, auto glass, greenhouses, etc.
• Inspect the throttle control lever and cable. Make sure that the cable is free and that the lever is not damaged. Also
check the cable linkage running to the carburetor for kinks, loose fittings, and obstructions. Verify that the bail is
working properly.
• Check that all nuts and bolts are tight and equipment is in good condition. Check mounting hardware on trimmer head
every time you change trimmer line and prior to each use.

OPERATION SAFETY

• Never allow children or young teenagers to operate the trimmer.
WARNING
• Keep area of operation clear of all bystanders, particularly small children and pets.
• Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the trimmer.
WARNING
• Do not operate the trimmer while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other medication which can cause
drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine safely.
• Do not use this machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate the machine safely.
Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112
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