The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your
attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols,
and their explanations, deserve your careful attention
and understanding.
The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions
or
warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL
MEANING
SYMBOL
MEANING
DANGER"
Failureto
obey a
[] safety warning will
result in serious injury to yourself or to
others. Always follow the safety precautions
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
[] Indicates
SAFETY ALERT. danger,
warning
or caution. Attention
is required in
order to avoid serious personal injury. May
be used in conjunction
with other symbols
or pictographs.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to
the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
Read the Operator's
Manual(s) and follow all
warnings
and safety instructions.
serious
the
Failure to do so can result !n
.
injury to
operator
and/or bystanders.
FOR QUESTIONS,
CALL
1-800-345-8746
in the
United States, or 1-800-668-1238
in Canada
WARNING:
Fa,ureto
obey a
safety warning
can
result in injury to yourself and others.
Always follow the safety precautions
to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal
injury.
CAUTION" Failure
toobey a
[] safety warning may
result in property damage or personal injury
to yourself or to others. Always follow the
safety precautions
to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•
READ
ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE
OPERATING
WARNING"
When using the unit,
[] you must follow the
safety rules. Please read these instructions
before operating the unit in order to ensure
the safety of the operator and any bystanders.
Please keep these instructions for later use.
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and proper use of the unit.
Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Children and teens under the age of 15 must not use
the unit, except for teens guided by an adult.
All guards and safety attachments
must be installed
properly before operating the unit.
Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts.
Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in
place and secure. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged in any way. Do not operate the
unit with loose or damaged parts.
Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit.
Remove all debris and hard or sharp objects such as
glass, wire, etc.
Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. At a
minimum, keep all children, bystanders, and pets
outside a 50 feet (15 m.) radius; there still may be a
risk to bystanders from thrown objects. Bystanders
should be encouraged to wear eye protection. If you
are approached, stop the unit immediately.
SAFETY WARNINGS
FOR GAS UNITS
WARNING:
Gasoline is highly
flammable, and its
vapors can explode if ignited. Take the
following precautions:
Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and
approved for the storage of such materials.
Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do
not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling
the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank, or
add fuel, when the engine is hot. Never operate the unit
without the fuel cap securely in place. Loosen the fuel
tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
Mix and add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated outdoor area
where there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove the
fuel cap only after stopping engine. Do not smoke while
fueling or mixing fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel from the
unit immediately. Always wipe unit dry before using.
Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling
source and site before starting the engine. Do not
smoke or allow sparks and open flames near the area
while adding fuel or operating the unit.