(NAPSA)—Before firing up your outdoor equipment, read the operator’s manual again and consider these tips: SPRING TUNE-UP Before using the trimmerfor the first time this spring, check the spark plug; replace it annually. Clean the air filter if necessary and replace annually. Check to ensure that all devices are attached and working. Check that straps, handles, nuts and bolts are secure. SAFETY FIRST Always remove stones, sticks and other objects from the area before you begin mowing or trimming, so objects don’t fly up and hit you. Dress properly for the job, wearing boots, gloves, long pants and close-fitting clothes. Wear safety glasses or goggles, and hearing protection. Read the operator’s manual to find out where controls are and what they do, and for additional safety instructions. Know how to stop the machine quickly. Never remove or disable guardsor other safety devices. Fill a gasoline tank only while the engineis cold. Ifthe unit vibrates abnormally after striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect and secure spark plug wire. Inspect the unit for any damage andrepair the damage before further operation. by co | Homelite recommends making sure your yard equipmentis in proper working order and that you know howto workwith it. Hold handles firmly with both hands to prevent loss of control due to blade bounce upon contact with hiddensolid objects. SAVE YOURSELF TIME AND MONEY If you have a split boom trimmer, you may be glad to know you can get a line of attachments that will turn it into an edger, blower, tiller, pruner or string trimmer. The new Expand-it™ attachment line extends the usefulness of your trimmer. You can learn more about yard work equipment and how to expand and handle it online at http://www.homelite.com/.
