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 anti-vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBLY

CARTON CONTENTS

Check carton contents for the following:

SBrushcutter attachment S Handlebar

S Handlebar mounting bracket for 1shaft S Handlebar mounting bracket for 7/8shaft S Bracket cover (2)

S Shoulder strap

S Upper shoulder strap clamp

S Lower shoulder strap clamp (with spacer tabs)

S Handlebar bracket screws (4)

S Shoulder strap clamp screws (2) S Attachment hanger

S Hex wrench

WARNING: If received assembled, re- peat all steps to ensure your unit is properly as- sembled and all fasteners are secure.

Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam- aged parts.

NOTE: If you need assistance or find that parts are missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.

TOOLS REQUIRED

SHex wrench (provided)

INSTALLING BRUSHCUTTER AT- TACHMENT

CAUTION: When removing or installing at-

tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for stability.

1.Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise.

Coupler

LOOSEN

TIGHTEN Knob

2.Remove the shaft cap from the brushcut- ter attachment (if present).

3.Position locking/release button of attach- ment into guide recess of coupler.

4.Push the attachment into the coupler until the locking/release button snaps into the primary hole.

5.Before using the unit, tighten the knob se- curely by turning clockwise.

Coupler

Primary Hole

 

 

Guide Recess

Upper

Locking/

Lower

Release

Shaft

Attachment

 

Button

 

WARNING: Make sure the locking/re- lease button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before operat- ing the unit.

HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY

DANGER: RISK OF CUT. To avoid se- rious injury, the barrier portion of the handle- bar must be installed as shown on the upper shaft of the powerhead to provide a barrier be- tween operator and the spinning blade. Attach handlebar mounting bracket above arrow on safety warning decal on the upper shaft (pow- erhead end of unit). Ensure handlebar is posi- tioned on mounting bracket at the end of the arrow on the handlebar decal.

NOTE: Two mounting brackets are included with this attachment. Both brackets are provided to adapt this attachment for use with power- heads that have either a 1(2.5 cm) diameter or a 7/8(2.2 cm) diameter upper shaft. The cor- rect bracket must be used to ensure that the handlebar is mounted securely to the upper shaft before use.

Handlebar Screw

Bracket Cover

Mounting

Bracket

1.Place the mounting bracket over the up- per shaft above the arrow on the safety label. Be sure to use the correct mount- ing bracket for either the 1(2.5 cm) or 7/8(2.2 cm) diameter upper shaft.

2.Position one of the bracket covers under the upper shaft and align the mounting bracket and the bracket cover screw holes. Insert two screws into the screw holes.

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Poulan 530164830 Carton Contents, Tools Required, Installing Brushcutter AT- Tachment, Handlebar Assembly

530164830 specifications

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