Poulan PP446ET, 545177333 instruction manual Hazard zone for thrown objects

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IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS

Trimmer line can throw objects violently. You can be blinded or injured. Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing; heavy, long pants, and long sleeves; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye protection marked Z87 such as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved safety hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular users should have hearing checked regularly as engine noise can damage hearing. Always use shoulder strap when operating unit.

Secure hair above shoulder length. Do not wear jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts.

Hazard zone. Keep children, bystanders, and animals a minimum of 50 feet (15 meters) away from the work area. Do not allow other people or animals to be near when starting or operating the pruner.

Hazard zone for thrown objects.

STrimmer line throws objects violently. S You and others can be blinded/injured.

S Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away.

Carefully plan your pruning operation in advance. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path.

Do not operate a pruner with one hand. Serious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders or any combination of these persons may result from one-handed operation. A pruner is intended for two-handed use.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Identification of Safety Symbols Hazard zone for thrown objects Identification of Safety Symbols Plan Ahead Safety RulesPruner Safety Line Trimmer SafetyReduce the Chance Kickback Maintain Your Unit in Good Working OrderHandle Fuel with Caution KickbackTip Kickback Safety FeaturesMaintain Control For Optional AttachmentsSkid in contact with the ground Edger SafetyBLOWER/VACUUM Safety Brushcutter SafetyAway from the operator Cultivator SafetyHedge Trimmer Safety Snow Thrower SafetyTools Required AssemblyAttaching Shield for Line Trimmer Attachment Shoulder Strap AssemblyAdjusting the Assist Handle To Relocate Shoulder Strap ClampOperation Starting a Cold Engine HOW to Stop Your UnitHOW to Start Your Unit BAR and Chain LubricationLocking/Release Button Coupler Installing Attachment HangerInstalling Optional ATTACH- Ments Lower AttachmentWill fall Pruning Important PointsPruning Technique Trimmer Line AdvanceDoes The Cutting Work Area Cutting MethodsGrassy area Ways are shown below Tip of the LineMaintenance Service and Adjustments Chain Adjustment Replacing the LineReplacing the Trimmer Head Engine Carburetor Idle Speed AdjustmentSeasonal Storage Fuel SystemTroubleshooting Table Cause Remedy Empty fuel tank and refill withSee Fueling Engine in Operation Limited Warranty Canada, contactLigations The U.S. Environmental Repair or Replacement of Parts
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