Poulan 545177327 Safety Rules, Operator Safety, Unit / Maintenance Safety, Fuel Safety

SAFETY RULES

WARNING: When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must al- ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Read and follow all instruc- tions.

This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following instructions and warn- ings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruc- tion manual before using unit! Be thoroughly fa- miliar with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who have read, understand, and will follow the instructions and warnings on the unit and in the manual. Never allow children to operate this unit.

INSTRUCTION	SAFETY INFORMATION
MANUAL	ON THE UNIT

DANGER: Never use blades with line trimmer attachment. Never use flailing de- vices with any attachment. This unit (when used with supplied line trimmer attachment) is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories with line trimmer attach- ment will increase the risk of injury.

If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assistance, contact your authorized service dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.

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.

S Always 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. Stay clear of spinning line.

SSecure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove loose clothing or clothing 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.

SStay Alert. Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, upset or under the influ- ence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are doing; use common sense.

SWear hearing protection.

SNever start or run inside a closed room or

building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

SKeep handles free of oil and fuel.

SAlways keep engine on the right hand side of your body.

SHold the unit firmly with both hands.

S Keep trimmer head (or other optional at- tachment) below waist level and away from all parts of your body. Do not raise engine above your waist.

SKeep all parts of your body away from muf- fler and spinning line (or other optional at- tachment). Keep engine below waist level.

A hot muffler can cause serious burns.

SKeep firm footing and balance. Do not over- reach or use from unstable surfaces such as

ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc.

SUse only in daylight or good artificial light. S Use only for jobs explained in this manual (or manuals for optional attachments).

UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except carburetor adjustments.

S Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep in good working condition.

S Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way before using the unit.

SMaintain unit according to recommended pro-

cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length. S Use only 0.080″ (2 mm) diameter Poulan PRO brand line. Never use wire, rope, string,

etc.

SInstall required shield properly before using

the unit. Use only specified trimmer head; make sure it is properly installed and se- curely fastened.

SMake sure unit is assembled correctly as

shown in this manual.

S Make carburetor adjustments with lower end supported to prevent line from contact- ing any object.

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 an 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.

S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.

S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting engine.

S Stop engine and allow to cool before re- moving fuel cap.

S Always store gasoline in a container ap- proved for flammable liquids.

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