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SAFETY OPERATING PROCEDURES

Brush Cutter/Line Trimmer

Petrol Operte!DO NOTuse this machine unless a teacher has instructed

you in its safe use and operation and has given permission.

PRE-OPERATIONAL A!ET" #$E#%&. #hec' unit for loose(missing nuts) *olts and scre+s. Tighten and(or replace as needed.,. Inspect fuel lines) tan') and area around car*uretor for fuel lea's. o not operate unit if lea's are found.. Ensure that all guards are fitted) secure and functional./. Ensure the *lade unit has a de*ris shield) has either a *ar handle or a 0-handle) and is suspended from a shoulder

harness.1. elect the correct cutting tool for the tas' to *e underta'en - refer to manufacturer2s specification.3. Load the nylon line cutting head only +ith nylon trimmer line of the proper diameter.4. o not operate if the line cutter is missing.5. 6efore operating unit) thoroughly inspect *lades for damage and crac's.7. 8hen operating the unit +ith a *lade) ensure the *lade is attached to the unit as designed) such as +ith a loc'nut

and cotter pin) and +ith the teeth pointing in the direction the *lade head rotates.&9. !aulty e:uipment must not *e used. Report suspect machinery immediately.

OPERATIONAL A!ET" #$E#%&. 8atch especially for e;ected material and ensure that no person or animal is endangered +hen operating.,. Ad;ust the handle(s to a position for comfort and good *alance.. 8hen starting) ensure the machine is in a clear area so the line or *lade cannot contact the ground or any other

o*struction./. The muffler side of the engine should *e a+ay from your *ody to avoid *urns.1.