Poulan 966062901 instruction manual Optional Attachments, Safety Rules, Operator Safety

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OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS

These attachments used in combination with the specified powerhead have been evaluated to ANSI B175.3--2003, “Grass Trimmers and Brushcutters -- Safety Requirements”. These combinations have been evaluated by Underwriter’s Laboratories Inc. (UL) and are conse- quently UL listed:

 

 

 

Cutting attachment / guard,

Powerhead model Attachments

Type

part. no.

PP335

Trimmer head

WE fixed line

545053902 / 545003325

Brushcutter attachment

PPB4000C

952711828

 

 

 

 

 

These attachments used in combination with the specified powerhead have been evaluated to applicable ISO-- and EN safety requirement standards by the Swedish Machinery Testing Institute:

Attachments

Type

Part. no.

 

 

 

Edger attachment

PPB1000E

952711825

 

 

 

Cultivator attachment

PPB2000T

952711826

Pruner attachment

PPB5000P

952711906

 

 

 

Pruner attachment

PPB5500P

952711671

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 instructions. This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruction manual before using unit! Be thor- oughly familiar with the controls and the prop- er 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 chil- dren to operate this unit.

INSTRUCTION

SAFETY INFORMATION

MANUAL

ON THE UNIT

DANGER: Never use blades with line trimmer attachment. Never use flailing devices with any attachment. This unit (when used with supplied line trimmer attachment) is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other ac- cessories or attachments with line trimmer at- tachment 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

SDress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating, 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. 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.

S Being 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 influence 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.Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

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.Keep trimmer head (or other optional attachment) 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 muffler and spinning line (or other optional

attachment). Keep engine below waist level. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.

S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc.

SUse only in daylight or good artificial light.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Table of Contents Identification of Safety SymbolsIdentification of Safety Symbols Safety Rules Operator SafetyOptional Attachments Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dustyUnit / Maintenance Safety Fuel SafetyLine Trimmer Safety Additional Safety RulesEdger Safety BLOWER/VACUUM SafetyBrushcutter Safety HandlebarCultivator Safety Hedge Trimmer SafetyPole Pruner Safety Cut from your right to your leftSnow Thrower Safety High speed causing injuryKnow how to stop quickly AnotherInstalling Trimmer ATTACH- Ment AssemblyAttaching the Shield Operation HOW to Stop Your Unit HOW to Start Your UnitStarting a Cold Engine Starting a Warm EngineInstalling Optional ATTACH- Ments Operating PositionCutting Methods AttachmentLOOSEN KnobCheck for Loose Fasteners and Parts MaintenanceCheck for Damaged or Worn Parts Service and Adjustments Seasonal Storage Carburetor Idle Speed AdjustmentFuel System Engine Troubleshooting Table Cause RemedyOther Limited Warranty Statesville RoadCanada, contact Ligations The U.S. EnvironmentalIntermediate 125 hours Extended 300 hours