the unit. Read the entire instruction manual be- fore assembling and using the unit! Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read, under- stand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Never allow chil- dren to operate this unit.
INSTRUCTION | SAFETY INFORMATION |
MANUAL | ON THE UNIT |
WARNING: Do not use trimmer head as a fastening device for the blade.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assistance, contact contact an authorized service dealer or call
OPERATOR SAFETY
S Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when op- erating, or performing maintenance on your unit (safety glasses are available). Eye protection should be marked Z87.
SAlways wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
SAlways wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards
is recommended.
S Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals.
SSecure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove loose clothing and jewelry or cloth- ing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels,
etc. They can be caught in moving parts.
SBeing fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line/blade.
SStay Alert. Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, upset or under influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are do-
ing; use common sense.
SWear hearing protection.
S Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
SKeep handles free of oil and fuel.
SAlways use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap with a blade (see ASSEMBLY).
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Stop unit and disconnect the spark plug before performing mainte- nance (except carburetor adjustments).
S Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep unit in good working condition.
SThrow away blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Replace trimmer head parts that are cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in
any other way before using the unit.
S Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep blade sharp. Keep cut- ting line at the proper length.
SUse only Poulan PRO brand replacement line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
SInstall required shield properly before using the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal
blade use. Use the plastic shield for all line trimmer use.
SUse only specified blade or trimmer head; make sure it is properly installed and se- curely fastened.
SNever start engine with clutch shroud re- moved. The clutch can fly off and cause se- rious injury.
SBe sure blade or trimmer head stops turning
when engine idles.
SMake carburetor adjustments with the low- er end supported to prevent blade or trim- mer line from contacting any object. Hold unit by hand; do not use the shoulder strap
for support.
SKeep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
SUse only recommended Poulan PRO ac- cessories and replacement parts.
SHave all maintenance and service not ex- plained in this manual performed by your au- thorized service dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
SMix and pour fuel outdoors.
SKeep away from sparks or flames. S Use a container approved for fuel.
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit or while using the unit.
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow it to cool before re- moving fuel cap.
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans- porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the car- buretor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Always store gasoline in a container ap- proved for flammable liquids.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become entangled in the blade or trimmer head.
S Keep others including children, animals, bystanders, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 meters) away. Bystanders should be en- couraged to wear safety glasses. Stop engine immediately if you are approached.
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