Walk-Behind Lawn Edger
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GB OPERATION SAFETY
Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine for
your application. The correct machine will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
This equipment was designed specifically for the
purpose of edging or trimming lawns. Do not use this
equipment for any other purpose.
Operate the product in daylight or in good artificial
light. Walk, never run.
Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or
roads.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common
sense when operating the machine.
Do not overreach. Do not operate the machine
while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar
lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear that
will protect your feet and improve your footing on
slippery surfaces. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the machine in
unexpected situations.
Never place any part of your body where it would be
in danger if movement should occur during assembly,
installation, operation, maintenance, repair, or moving.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50
feet (15m) away. If you are approached, stop the unit
immediately.
Edger will propel debris at high speed and can cause
damage. Avoid pushing your edger over any areas
with loose stones or gravel as they may become
projectiles.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts. Contact
with the rotating blade can amputate hands and feet.
Always operate the machine from behind, never pass
or stand in front of the machine when the engine is
running.
If the unit strikes a foreign objects, stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the
machine for any damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating the machine.
Never attempt to clear material from the blade guard
while the engine is running. Shut the engine off,
disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the
engine to prevent unintended starting.
Keep combustible substance away from the engine
when it is hot.
Do not tilt the machine while the engine is running.
The control bar is a safety device. Never bypass
its operation. Doing so makes the safety device
inoperative and may result in personal injury through
contact with the rotating blade. The control bar must
operate easily in both directions and automatically
return to the disengaged position when released.
Never operate the edger at high transport speeds on
slippery surfaces. Many injuries occur as a result of the
edger being pulled over the foot during a fall caused
by slipping or tripping. Do not hold on to the edger if
you are falling; release the handle immediately.
If the machine should start to make an unusual noise or
vibration, immediately shut off the engine, disconnect
the spark plug wire, and check for the cause. Unusual
noise or vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for
hidden hazards or traffic.
Always stop the engine when the edging or trimming
is delayed or when transporting machine from one
location to another.
To reduce exposure to vibration, limit the hours
of operation and take periodic breaks to minimize
repetition and rest your hands. Reduce the speed and
force in which you do the repetitive movement. Try
to fill each day with jobs where operating hand-held
power equipment is not required.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall
accidents, which can result in severe injury. Operation
on slopes requires extra caution. The machine is heavy
and can speed up when going downhill. Be prepared
to maintain control of the machine. If you feel uneasy
on a slope, do not work on it. If the slope is greater
than 15 degrees, do not work on it.
Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can
cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing
your balance, release the control bar immediately and
the blade will stop rotating.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
Remove objects such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps
which can cause you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments,
because you could lose your footing or balance.
Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could
cause slipping.
This operator’s machine cannot include all situations
that can occur when you use the product. Be careful
and use your common sense. Do not operate the
product or do maintenance to the product if you
are not sure about the situation. Contact Customer
Support for assistance.
Machine Use And Care
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the product,
stop the engine and make certain the blade and all
moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark
plug wire and ground against the engine and remove
Electric Start Push Key (if equipped) to prevent
unintended starting and personal injury.
Many components on your new edger can wear with
