Rules for Safe Operation. Troy-Bilt TBE515, 25B515966

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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.

SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE

NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of

California, Maine, Oregon and Washington.

All U.S. Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443),

Oregon and Washington require, by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine. This unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor.

If it requires replacement, ask your LOCAL SERVICE DEALER to install the

Accessory Part #753-05297 Spark Arrestor Kit .

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

SYMBOL MEANING

SAFETY ALERT:

Indicates danger, warning or caution. Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

DANGER:

Failure to 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.

WARNING:

Failure to 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.

WARNING

THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS

CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO

CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER

REPRODUCTIVE HARM.

CAUTION:

Failure to obey 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.

NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

Read the Operator’s Manual and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.

FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-828-5500 IN U.S. OR 1-800-668-1238 in CANADA

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.

• Carefully read and understand the operator's manual of the unit that powers this attachment.

• Read this operating instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.

Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.

• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

• Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults unfamiliar with the instructions to use the unit. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.

• All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly before operating the unit.

• Inspect the unit before use. Ensure the blade is installed correctly and secure.

• Clear the area to be edged before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the edging attachment.

SPECIAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR LAWN EDGERS

• Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and approved for the storage of such materials.

WARNING:

• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •

Gasoline is highly flammable, and its vapors can explode if ignited. Take the following precautions:

• 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.

• Add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated area outdoors where there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove the fuel cap only after stopping engine. Do not smoke while fueling. Wipe up any spilled fuel from the unit immediately.

• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.

• Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site before starting the engine. Do not smoke. Keep sparks and open flames away from the area while adding fuel or operating the unit.

• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building.

Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this unit only in a well ventilated area outdoors.

WHILE OPERATING

• Keep bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 ft (15 m) away.

• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI

Z87.1 standards, and ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.

• Wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves and a long sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.

• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose intended.

• Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of injury at a rate for which it was designed.

• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the unit towards you.

• Do not overreach, take extra care when working on steep slopes or inclines. Always keep proper footing and balance.

• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a firm grip on the handle.

• Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the blade when it is rotating. Do not operate without guards in place.

• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to do the job. Do not run the engine at high speed when not in use.

• Always stop the engine/motor when operation is delayed or when walking from one location to another.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

• Stop the engine/motor for maintenance, repair, to install or remove the blade. The unit must be stopped and the blade no longer turning to avoid injury.

• The blade may become very sharp from use. Always wear heavy gloves when handling, removing, installing or cleaning the blade.

• If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the engine/motor immediately and check for damage. Have any damage repaired before attempting further operations. Do not operate unit with a bent, cracked or dull blade. Discard blades that are bent, warped, cracked or broken.

• Stop the unit IMMEDIATELY if you feel excessive vibration. Vibration is a sign of trouble. Inspect thoroughly for loose nuts, bolts or damage before continuing. Repair or replace affected parts as necessary.

• Stop and switch the unit to off for maintenance or repair.

• Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They may become lodged between the blade and guard.

• A coasting blade can cause injury while it continues to spin after the unit is stopped. Maintain proper control of the unit until the blade has completely stopped rotating.

• Use only genuine factory replacement parts and accessories for this unit. These are available from your authorized service dealer.

Use of any unauthorized parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user or damage to the unit, and void your warranty.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Allow the unit to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.

• Store the unit in a locked up and dry or high and dry place to prevent unauthorized use or damage, out of the reach of children.

• Clean the blade with a hose and water. Wipe the blade with light machine oil to prevent rust.

• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean after each use.

• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them these instructions.

• Only qualified personnel should perform any repairs or maintenance procedures that are not described in this manual.

• Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

• Inside a building store the machine away from ignition sources.

Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

• Always refer to the Operator’s Manual instructions for important details if the lawn edger is to be stored for an extended period.

• Do not attempt to repair the machine unless you have the proper tools, and instructions for disassembly and repair of the machine.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS •

This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.

SYMBOL MEANING

• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

SYMBOL MEANING

• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL

ON / START / RUN

• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL

OFF or STOP

• READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL

WARNING:

Read the operator’s manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.

• HOT SURFACE WARNING

Do not touch a hot muffler, gear housing or cylinder.

You may get burned. These parts get extremely hot from operation. They remain hot for a short time after the unit is turned off.

• WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION

WARNING:

Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye protection meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards and ear protection when operating this unit. Use a full face shield when needed.

• THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING

CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY

WARNING:

Do not operate without the cutting attachment shield in place. Keep away from the rotating cutting attachment.

• UNLEADED FUEL

Always use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.

• OIL

Refer to operator’s manual for the proper type of oil.

• GARDEN EDGERS – ROTATING BLADE

CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY

WARNING:

Stop the engine and allow the blade to stop before removing the blade, or before cleaning or performing any maintenance. Keep hands and feet away from rotating blade.

• KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY

WARNING:

Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m) from the operating area.

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