Craftsman 138.74503 Operator's Manual

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[] Avoid Accidental Start - Do not carry pluggedin appliance with finger on trigger. Be sure theswitch trigger is not en-gaged before pluggingin.[] Do not use tool if switch trigger does not turn iton or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled withthe switch trigger is dangerous and must berepaired.[] Disconnect appliance from power sourcebefore storing, servicing, changing accessoriessuch as cutting line. Such preventive safetymeasures reduce the risk of starting the toolaccidentally.[] Use only identical manufacturer's replacementparts and accessories. Use of any other partsmay create a hazard or cause product damage.[] Maintain appliance with care - Replace stringhead if cracked, chipped, or damaged in anyway.[] Be sure the string head is properly installedand securely fastened. Failure to do so cancauseserious injury.[] Make sure all guards, straps, deflectors andhandles are properly and securely attached.[] Use only the manufacturer's replacementstring in the cutting head. Do not use any othercutting attachment, for example, metal wire,rope, or the like. To install any other brand ofcutting head to this string trimmer can result inserious personal injury.[] Never operate unit without the grass deflectorin place and in good condition.[] Check damaged parts. Before further use ofthe tool, a guard or other part that is damagedshould be carefully checked to determine thatit will operate properly and perform its intendedfunction. Check for alignment of moving parts,binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,mounting and any other conditions that mayaffect its operation. A guard or other part that isdamaged must be properly repaired orreplaced by an authorized service center toavoid riskof personal injury.[] Maintain a firm grip on both handles whiletrimming. Keep string head below waist level.[] Nevercut with the string head located over 30in,or more above the ground.[] Store idle appliances - When not in use, stringtrimmer should be stored indoors in a dry,locked place out of the reach of children.Make sure your extension cord is in goodcondition. When using an extension cord, besure to use one heavy enough to carry thecurrent your product will draw. A wire gaugesize (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommendedfor an extension cord 50 feet or less in length.A cord exceeding 100 feet is notrecommended. If in doubt, use the next heaviergauge. The smaller the gaugenumber, theheavier the cord. An undersized cord will causea drop in line voltage resulting in loss of powerand overheating.[] Never use blades or flailing devices. Unit isdesigned for line trimmer use only. Use of anyother accessories or attachments will increasethe risk of injury. Inspect area to be cut.Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails,wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown orbecome entangled in cutting head.[] Keep the air vents clean and free of debris toavoid overheating the motor. Clean after eachuse,[] Stop the unit and disconnect the power sourcewhen not in use. Carry the unit with the motorstopped.[] Store unplugged and out of the reach ofchildren.[] Do not hang unit so that the switch trigger isdepressed.[] Do not use multiple cords.[] Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the unit bythe extension cord or yank extension cord todisconnect unit.[] Keep the extension cord clear of operator andobstacles at all times. Do not expose cords toheat, oil, water, or sharp edges.If the power supply cord is damaged, it must bereplaced only by the manufacturer or by anauthorized service center to avoid risk.[] Save these instructions. Refer to themfrequently and use them to instruct others whomay use this power tool. If you loan someonethis power tool, loan them these instructionsalso.4 - English