Poulan 545137279, PP446E instruction manual Identification of Symbols, Safety Rules, Plan Ahead

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IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS

DANGER! This pruner can be dangerous! Careless or im- proper use can cause serious or even fatal injury.

Read and understand the instruction manual before using the pruner.

Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection.

DANGER! Falling objects can cause severe head injury. Wear head protection when operating this unit. Do not stand beneath branch being cut.

SAFETY RULES

WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making re- pairs except carburetor adjustments.

Because a pruner is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, special safety precautions must be ob- served to reduce the risk of accidents. Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious or even fatal injury.

PLAN AHEAD

S Read this manual carefully until you completely understand and can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions before attempting to use the unit.

SRestrict the use of your pruner to adult users who understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions found on the unit and in this manual.

INSTRUCTION

SAFETY INFORMATION

MANUAL

ON THE UNIT

Hearing

Safety Hat

Protection

Eye

 

 

Protection

Snug

FittingHeavy Duty

ClothingGloves

Safety

Safety Chaps

Shoes

 

SKeep all parts of your body away from the chain when the engine is running.

SKeep 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

S 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 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. Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove loose clothing and jewelry or clothing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.

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50 feet

(15 meters)

DANGER: Do not

use near electrical wires or power lines. Keep pruner at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from all power lines.

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Contents PP446E Plan Ahead Identification of SymbolsSafety Rules Handle Fuel with Caution Operate Your Pruner SafelyMaintain Your Pruner in Good Working Order KickbackMaintain Control Kickback Safety FeaturesReduce the Chance Kickback TipBLOWER/VACUUM Safety Edger SafetyLine Trimmer Safety For Optional AttachmentsProper air flow Brushcutter SafetyCultivator Safety Curs, stop the engine and inspect the unit for damageHead Hedge Trimmer SafetySnow Thrower Safety Essary before restarting unitShoulder Strap Assembly AssemblyInstalling Pruner ATTACH- Ment Tools RequiredOperation BAR and Chain Lubrication HOW to Stop Your UnitHOW to Start Your Unit Starting a Cold EngineOperating the Coupler Installing Attachment HangerInstalling Optional ATTACH- Ments Removing Pruner Attachment or Other Optional Attach MentsFoot Pruning Important PointsPruning Technique Maintenance Service and Adjustments Idle Speed Adjustment Chain AdjustmentCarburetor Adjustment To Replace ChainEngine Seasonal StorageFuel System OtherCompression low Troubleshooting Table Cause RemedyLoad Adjustment Carbon build-up onLimited Warranty Ligations The U.S. EnvironmentalService 800--554--6723