SERVICE SAFETY
• Always stop the engine whenever you leave the
equipment, before cleaning, repairing or inspecting the
unit. Engine should be turned off and cool, spark plug wire
must be removed from spark plug before any repairs or
adjustments are attempted. Never make adjustments or
repairs with the engine (motor) running. Disconnect the
spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to
prevent accidental starting.
• Always wear eye protection when you make adjustments or
repairs.
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight and keep equipment in good
condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
• When servicing or repairing the engine, do not tip the
engine over or up unless specifically instructed to do so in
this manual. Service and repair procedures can be done with
the engine in an upright position. Some procedures will be
easier if the engine is lifted on a raised platform or working
surface.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow
engine to cool before storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Clean and replace safety and instruction decals as
necessary.
• Inspect engine before storage. When not in use, disconnect
spark plug lead and store indoors in a dry place locked or
otherwise inaccessible to children.
• Use only original equipment parts from
Earthquake®
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including all nuts and bolts.
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SAFETY OR HAZARD SYMBOLS
A. Warning!
B. Read Owner’s Manual Before Operating Machine.
C. Only Operate When at a Safe Distance From Others.
D. Remove Objects that Could Be Thrown By This Machine.
E. Dangerous Moving Parts.
F. Be Aware of Moving Parts.
G. Wear Hearing and Eye Protection At All Times.
H. Do Not Service or Adjust Moving Parts Unless Engine is
Stopped and Spark Plug Wire is Disconnected.
I. Dress Appropriately And Wear Sturdy Footwear.
J. Toxic Fumes —Do Not Operate in Unventilated Areas.
K. Hot Surfaces.
L. Fire Hazards.
M. Do Not Use In Thunderstorms--For severe weather, stop
operation of this machine and seek shelter.
N. Keep Hands at a Safe Distance from Blade.
O. Keep Feet at a Safe Distance from Blade.
P. Do Not Use Above Underground Utility Lines And Pipes.
Q. Shock Hazard.
R. Hot! Do Not Touch!
CONTROL AND OPERATING SYMBOLS
Pictured below are control and operating symbols on the unit
or in this manual. Before you operate your unit, learn and
understand the purpose for each symbol.
Choke
On/Off
Fuel Shutoff
Operator’s Manual
Edger
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