S Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning 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 doing; use common sense.
SWear hearing protection.
SNever start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
SKeep handles free of oil and fuel.
S Always use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap when using brush- cutter attachment (see ASSEMBLY).
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect powerhead spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before performing mainte- nance.
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 the unit according to recom- mended procedures. Keep the blade sharp. Never use flailing devices, wire, rope, string, etc.
S Use only specified blade; make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened.
S Never start engine with clutch shroud re- moved. The clutch can fly off and cause se- rious injury.
S Be sure blade stops turning when engine idles.
SMake carburetor adjustments with the lower end supported to prevent the blade from contacting any object. Hold the 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 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 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 fu- eling site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow it to cool before re- moving fuel cap.
S Remove fuel cap slowly.
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CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks, bro- ken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become entangled in the blade.
SKeep others including children, animals, by- standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 meters) away. Stop the engine immediately if you are approached.
SAlways keep engine on the
SHold the unit firmly with both hands.
SKeep firm footing and balance. Do not over- reach.
SKeep blade below waist level.
SDo not raise powerhead engine above your
waist.
SKeep all parts of your body away from blade and muffler.
SCut from your left to your right. Cutting on
the right side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator.
SUse only in daylight or good artificial light. S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
SStop the powerhead engine before carrying
unit.
SKeep muffler away from your body.
SAllow engine to cool and secure unit before storing or transporting it in a vehicle.
SEmpty the fuel tank before storing or trans- porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carbu-
retor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.
SStore unit and fuel in an area where fuel va- pors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
SStore unit so the blade cannot accidentally cause injury.
SStore unit indoors, out of reach of children. SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnor- mal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feel- ing in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An
