Poulan 545186849, PP25E Additional Safety Rules, Fuel Safety, Transporting and Storage

SMake sure unit is assembled correctly as shown in this manual.

SUse only recommended Poulan PRO ac- cessories and replacement parts.

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.

S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.

S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting engine.

S Stop engine and allow to cool before re- moving fuel cap.

S Always store gasoline in a container ap- proved for flammable liquids.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

SDo not grasp or hold exposed blade.

SStop powerhead before leaving work area. S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-

porting in vehicle.

S Empty 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.

S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from wa- ter heaters, electric motors or switches, fur- naces, etc.

S Store unit so blade cannot accidentally cause injury. The unit can be hung by the shaft.

S Store unit out of reach of children.

WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

SAFETY 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 feeling 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 oper- ate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.

SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the require- ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore- gon, and Washington require by law that many internal combustion engines be equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you operate in a locale where such regulations ex- ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. For normal

homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest- ing screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by an autho- rized service dealer.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS

WARNING: For each optional attach- ment used, read entire instruction manual be- fore use and follow all warnings and instructions in manual and on attachment.

WARNING: Ensure handlebar is installed when using brushcutter attachment. Attach handlebar above arrow on safety label on the upper shaft (engine end of unit). If your brushcutter attachment does not include a handlebar, a handlebar accessory kit (#530071451) is available from your autho- rized service dealer.

Handlebar

BLOWER/VACUUM SAFETY

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

S Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area while engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc., could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out through discharge opening, damaging unit, property, or causing serious injury to bystanders or operator.

S Never place objects inside the blower tubes, vacuum tubes or blower outlet. Al- ways direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage.

S Never run unit without the proper equip- ment attached. When using your unit as a blower, always install blower tubes.

SCheck air intake opening, blower tubes or vacuum tubes frequently, always with en- gine stopped and spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and discharge tubes free of de- bris which can accumulate and restrict

proper air flow.

SNever place any object in air intake opening as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit.

SNever use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz- ers, or other substances which may contain toxic materials.

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