Poulan 545212827, 952711609 Blower Safety, Maintain Your Unit Properly, Transporting and Storage

SAvoid unintentional starting of the unit. Nev- er carry unit with your finger on the switch. Be sure the switch is in the OFF position

and never touch the switch when connect- ing extension cord.

D Avoid any body contact with any grounded conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes, to avoid the possibility of electric shock.

D Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit or outlet to be used for the powerhead. Re- ceptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.

DStop the motor immediately if you are ap- proached.

BLOWER SAFETY

WARNING: Never put hands or other objects into blower housing to avoid serious injury from the rotating impeller.

WARNING: Inspect the area before using the 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 Inspect attachment before each use for worn, loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until unit is in proper working order.

S Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel.

SNever start or run engine inside a closed room, building or other unventilated area.

Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

SAvoid dangerous environments. Do not use in unventilated areas or where explosive

vapors or carbon monoxide build--up could be present.

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.

SDo not overreach or use from unstable sur- faces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes,

rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and balance at all times.

SNever place objects inside the discharge opening; always 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.

SCheck air intake opening frequently. Keep vents and discharge opening free of debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.

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

toxic materials.

STo avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf

or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.

SWear hearing protection.

SUse only in daylight or good artificial light.

MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

WARNING: Disconnect powerhead spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before performing mainte- nance.

DHave all maintenance other than the rec- ommended procedures described in the in-

struction manual performed by your autho- rized service dealer.

DAlways see your authorized service dealer to replace a damaged impeller. Parts that are chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way can fly apart and cause seri-

ous injury. Have damaged parts replaced before using attachment.

D Use only recommended Poulan PRO re- placement parts; use of any other parts may void your warranty and cause damage to your unit.

DNever douse or squirt the attachment with water or any other liquid.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

D Hand carry the unit with the engine stopped.

D Allow the powerhead and attachment to cool and secure the unit before storing or transporting in a vehicle.

DStore unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from

water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

DStore in a high, cool, dry, indoor area out of reach of children.

If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assistance, call 1--800--554--6723.

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 peo- ple prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in other- wise 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 operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.

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