Craftsman 30378 Manual De Usuario

3 ― English

■ This line trimmer is designed for cutting grass and 
similar soft vegetation and for trimming grass edges 
in private and hobby garden areas which are not 
accessible with a line trimmer.

■ The device is not allowed to be used in public 
gardens, parks, sports centers or at roadsides as well 
as in agriculture and forestry.

■ This line trimmer is not allowed to be used for cutting 
or chopping, otherwise, there is a risk of injury:

- Hedges, shrubs and bushes,

- Flowers,

- In terms of composting.

■ This line trimmer is not intended for use by persons 
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory 
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and 
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or 
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person 
responsible for their safety.

■ Children should be supervised to ensure that they do 
not play with the appliance.

■ If the supply cord is damaged, stop using the unit. 
Take the unit to a qualifi ed service dealer for inspection 
and possible repair using identical replacement parts.

■ Wear protective glasses or goggles.

■ Never allow children or people unfamiliar with the 
instructions to use the line trimmer.

■ Stop using the line trimmer while people, especially 
children, or pets are nearby.

■ Only use the line trimmer in daylight or good artifi cial 
light.

■ Before using the line trimmer and after any impact, 
check for signs of wear or damage and repair as 
necessary.

■ Never operate the line trimmer with damaged guards 
or without the guards in place.

       IMPORTANT!   

When using electric 

gardening appliance, basic safety precautions should 
always be followed to reduce the risk of fi re, electric 
shock and personal injury. For your own safety and 
bystanders please read these instructions before 
operating the line trimmer. Do not use the line trimmer 
without reading the instruction sheet. Please keep the 
instructions safe for later use.

■ Keep hands and feet away from the cutting means at 
all times and especially when switching on the motor.

■ Take care against injury from any device fi tted for 
trimming the fi lament line length. After extending new 
cutter line always return the line trimmer to its normal 
operating position before switching on.

■ Never fi t metal cutting elements.

■ Never use replacement parts or accessories not 
provided or recommended by the manufacturer.       
See the Parts List in this manual for identical 
replacement parts.

■ Disconnect the line trimmer from the power supply 
before checking, cleaning or working on the line 
trimmer and when it is not in use.

■ Always ensure that ventilation openings are kept 
clear of debris.

■ Do not expose to moisture.

■ Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the 
product rating label.

■ Avoid operating your trimmer in wet grass, where 
feasible.

■ Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.

■ On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear 
nonslip footwear.

■ Do not walk backwards when trimming, you could 
trip. Walk never run.

■ Switch off before pushing the trimmer over surfaces 
other than grass.

■ Never pick up or carry a trimmer by the cable.

■ Do not lean over the trimmer guard. Objects may be 
thrown by the cutting line.

■ Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the 
trimmer is in safe working condition.

■ To avoid the risk of injury, keep fi ngers and hands 
clear of the line cut-off blade on the leading edge of the 
guard.

■ Don't Force Appliance - It will do the job better and 
with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for 
which it was designed; Don't Overreach - Keep proper 
footing and balance at all times; Stay Alert - Watch 
what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not 
operate appliance when you are tired.