Edger Safety Guide.pdf

To avoid injury when using the edger, follow precautions including reading safety instructions, being familiar with controls, keeping hands and feet away from the cutting area, and not using the machine on graveled surfaces or in rain. Additionally, keep the operating area clear, use the edger properly, and avoid overreaching or standing on unstable support. Direct discharge away from bystanders and avoid striking foreign objects. Always examine the lawn for objects before use and push slowly over rough ground. Operate with good visibility and light, and stay alert, watching what you are doing and using common sense. Wear safety glasses, gloves, and footwear, and maintain the product with care, following maintenance instructions and storing it indoors when not in use. Handle gas with care, and start the engine carefully, keeping hands and feet away from the blade and moving parts. Never attempt to make adjustments while the engine is running, except to the carburetor, and do not run the engine indoors. If the blade strikes a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug lead, and inspect for damage before restarting. Always disengage the blade and stop the engine when transporting or not using the machine, and stop the engine when leaving it unattended. Clean, repair, and inspect with caution, making sure the blade and moving parts have stopped, and never operate without guards or safety devices in place. Keep a safe distance between multiple operators, and ensure the machine is fully assembled before use. Always keep the throttle in the "stop" position when not in use, and inspect labels before each use, replacing damaged ones immediately.