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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.

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WARNING: NEVER reach under the trimmer (cutting line area) until 

 trimmer has completely stopped. The trimmer's cutting line will continue to 

 rotate for a few seconds after it is switched off.

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CAUTION: USE ONLY the specifically designated battery charging stand 

 that was supplied with this trimmer when charging the battery pack. The use of 

 any other battery charging stand could damage the battery pack, and create a 

 hazardous condition.

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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the battery 

 charging stand and battery pack, charge only the specifically designated battery 

 pack that was included with this trimmer and charging stand. Charging other 

 types of battery packs may cause them to burst, causing personal 

 injury and damage.

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WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.  Failure to 

 follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and / or 

 serious personal injury.

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SAFETY RULES FOR CORDLESS TRIMMERS cont.

      

WARNING: Some dust particles created by lawn and garden tools 

 contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive 

 harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

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•  Compounds in fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, and insecticides.

•  Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.

 Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this 

 type of work.  To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: 
 

•  Work in a well-ventilated area

 

•  Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks 

                  that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY CHARGING STAND

SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY CHARGING STAND cont.

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BEFORE using the trimmer, remove any stones, sticks, debris or objects that could be 

       entangled in or thrown by the trimmer.

24.  NYLON CUTTING LINE Keep face, hands and feet clear of rotating nylon line at all times.

25.  THE ROTATING LINE PERFORMS A CUTTING FUNCTION. Use care when trimming around 

       screens and flowers and other objects that you DO NOT want damaged or cut.

26.  KEEP ALL BYSTANDERS AWAY at a safe distance from the work area, especially children.

27.  MAKE SURE that other persons and pets are at least 100 feet away.

           IMPORTANT WARNING: 

    When this tool is being used as a trimmer or edger, stones and other objects can 

    be thrown out at high speed by the line. The tool and guard are designed to help 

    reduce the danger. However, the following special precautions should be taken.
    TO REDUCE THE RISK of rebound or ricochet injury, always work away from any 

    solid objects such as walls, steps, large stones, landscape bricks, timbers, trees, etc. 

    Use extreme care when working close to solid objects and when necessary edge 

    or trim by hand.

 1.   

Do not use the battery charging stand outdoors or expose to wet or damp 

       conditions. Water entering charging stand will increase the risk of electric shock.

 

 2.   

Use of an attachment with this battery charging stand that is not recommended 

       may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

 

 3.   

Do not abuse the cord on the battery charging stand. Never carry the charging 

       stand by its power cord. Never pull the power cord to remove the charging stand from 

       the power outlet. Damage to the cord or charging stand could occur and create an 

       electric shock hazard. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. 

       Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.

 

 4.   

Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, come in 

       contact with sharp edges or moving parts, heat, oil, or otherwise subjected to 

       damage or stress. This will reduce the risk of accidental falls, which could cause injury, 

       and damage to the cord which could result in electric shock. 

 

 5.   

Keep cord and charging stand away from heat to prevent damage to housing or 

       internal parts.

 

 6.   

Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products, etc. come in contact with 

       plastic parts. They contain chemicals which can damage, weaken or destroy plastic. 

 

 7.   

An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of 

       improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension 

       cord must be used, make sure:  

a) That pins on plug of extension cord are the same 

       number, size and shape as those on the charging stand, 

b) That extension cord is 

       properly wired and in good electrical condition, and 

c) That  you use a proper 

       extension cord. 

       

ONLY use cords listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Other extension cords can 

       cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and overheating of charging 

       stand. An AWG (American Wire Gauge) size of at least 14-gauge is recommended for 

       an extension cord of 25-ft. or less in length. Use 12-gauge for an extension cord of 50-ft. 

       Extension cords100-ft. or longer are not recommended

 

 8.   

INSPECT tool cords for damage. Do not operate charging stand with a damaged 

       cord, which could cause shorting and electric shock. Have damaged tool cords 

       repaired at a Sears Service Center. 

 

 9.   

Do not operate charging stand if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or 

       other wise damaged in any way. Take it to an authorized serviceman for electrical 

       check to determine if the charging stand is in good working order. 

NOTE: Before using battery charging stand, read all instructions and cautionary 

markings in this manual, on battery charging stand, battery pack, and trimmer 

using battery pack, to prevent misuse of the products and possible injury 

or damage.

10.  

Do not disassemble charging stand. Take it to a Sears Parts and Repair Center 

       when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of 

       electric shock or fire.

11.  Disconnect charging stand from the power supply when not in use. This will reduce the 

       risk of electric shock or damage if metal items should fall into the opening in the 

       charging stand. It also will help prevent damage during a power surge.

12.  Risk of electric shock. Do not touch un-insulated portion of output connector or 

       un-insulated battery terminal. 

13.  Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who 

       may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, also loan them these instructions to 

       prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.

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