Poulan 115260526 Hedge Trimmer Safety, Snow Thrower Safety, High speed causing injury

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WARNING: For additional information, refer to the safety section of the instruction manual supplied with your pruner attachment.

HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY

DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE -- Blade moves momentarily after the trigger is re- leased. Do not attempt to clear away cut ma- terial when the blade is in motion. Make sure the unit is disconnected from the power source and the blade has stopped moving be- fore removing jammed material from the cut- ting blade. Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting blade.

Blades move

 

Allow blades to stop

 

momentarily

 

before removing

after the

 

them from the cut.

trigger is

 

 

released.

 

 

 

 

 

WARNING: Inspect the area before starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.

S Do not use a cutting blade that is bent, warped, cracked, broken or damaged in any other way. Have worn or damaged parts re- placed by your authorized service dealer.

S Always keep unit in front of your body. Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting blade.

SKeep the cutting blade and air vents clear of debris.

SNOW THROWER SAFETY

WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the rotor when starting or running the unit. Never attempt to clear the rotor with the motor running. Stop the unit and discon- nect from the power source before unclog- ging snow or debris from discharge chute or when adjusting vanes.

WARNING: Never lean over dis- charge chute. Rocks or debris could be thrown into the eyes and face and cause seri- ous injury or blindness.

WARNING: Inspect the area where the unit is to be used. Remove objects that could be thrown or damage the unit. Some ob- jects may be hidden by fallen snow -- be alert for the possibility.

SDirect material discharge away from glass

enclosures, automobiles, etc.

SDo not run motor at high speed while not re- moving snow.

SBe attentive when using the snowthrower, and stay alert for holes in the terrain and

other hidden hazards.

SMake sure the rotor will spin freely before attaching the snowthrower to the power- head.

SIf the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen

ice, thaw the unit thoroughly before attempt- ing to operate under power.

SKeep the rotor clear of debris.

SDo not throw snow near other people. The snow thrower could propel small objects at

high speed causing injury.

SAfter striking a foreign object, stop the unit, disconnect from the power source and in-

spect the snowthrower for damage and re- pair if necessary before restarting unit.

SNever operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures, automobiles and trucks.

SNever attempt to use the snowthrower on a

roof.

SNever operate the snowthrower near win-

dow wells, dropoffs, etc.

SNever discharge snow onto public roads or near moving traffic.

SClear snow from slopes by going up and down; never across. Use caution when

changing directions. Never clear snow from steep slopes.

SLet snowthrower run for a few minutes after

clearing snow so moving parts do not freeze.

SLook behind and use care when backing up. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or fal-

ling, especially when operating in reverse.

SKnow how to stop quickly.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Safety Rules Identification of SymbolsIs necessary when used near children Plan AheadUse a voltage supply as shown on unit Electrical Safety applies to all attachmentsPlosive vapors can build up Do not use multiple cordsPruner Safety KickbackRotational Kickback can occur when Line Trimmer Safety Kickback Safety FeaturesReduce the Chance Kickback Maintain ControlTransporting and Storage Maintain Your Unit in Good Working OrderCultivator Safety Blower SafetyRecommended Attachments For Optional AttachmentsEdger Safety Vacuum SafetyPruner Safety Reciprocating Blade Hedge Trimmer Safety Snow Thrower SafetyHigh speed causing injury Shoulder Strap Assembly AssemblyAdjusting the Assist Handle Tools RequiredOperation Installing Attachment Hanger Installing Optional ATTACH- MentsAttach the Extension Cord to Your Unit Before Starting UnitPruning Technique Pruning Important PointsSize limbs or slender material FootCutting Methods Trimmer Line AdvanceRightWrong TrimmingMaintenance BAR Maintenance Service and AdjustmentsLubrication Chain SharpeningTo Replace Chain Chain ReplacementRight WrongUser Replaceable Service Parts Chain AdjustmentReplacing the Line Seasonal StorageTroubleshooting Table Cause Remedy Poulan Trouble Cause Remedy

115260526 specifications

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