Poulan ET17 Before Each Use, After Each Use, Generalrecommendations, Replacing The Line, Sweeping

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SWEEPING

SWEEPING

Sweeping

The fanning action of the rotating line can be

 

used for a quick and easy clean up. Keep the

 

line parallel to and above the surfaces being

 

swept and move the tool from side to side.

 

WARNING: Disconnect unit from the power source before performing mainte- nance.

GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjust- ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.

BEFORE EACH USE

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

SHousing Screws S Assist Handle S Debris Shield

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.

S Trigger Switch -- Ensure switch functions properly by pressing and releasing the trig- ger switch. Make sure motor stops.

S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged.

AFTER EACH USE

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA- BELS

S After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit us- ing a damp cloth with a mild detergent.

SWipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

REPLACING THE LINE

1.Disconnect the unit from the power source.

2.Remove the spool by firmly pulling on the tap button.

3.Clean entire surface of hub and spool.

4.Replace with a pre-wound spool or cut a length of 30 feet of 0.065! (1.65 mm) di- ameter Poulan PROr brand line. Use of heavier lines could overload and damage unit.

GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS WARNING: Never use wire, rope, string, etc., which can break off and become a dangerous missile.

5.Insert one end of the line about 1/2 inch (1 cm) into the small hole inside the spool.

6.Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the spool. Wind in the direction of the arrow found on the spool.

7.Push the line into the notch, leaving 3 to 5 inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.

8.Insert the line into the exit hole in the hub as shown in the illustration.

9.Align the notch with the line exit hole.

10.Push the spool into the hub until it snaps into place.

11.Pull on the line extending outside the hub to release it from the notch; otherwise, the unit will not function properly.

Small

HoleBEFORE EACH USECHECK FOR LOOSE

CHECK FOR DAMAGED ORAFTER EACH USE Spool

Tap INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA- BELSREPLACING THE LINE

Button

Line in Notch

Hub

Line exit hole

 

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Poulan ET17 Before Each Use, After Each Use, Generalrecommendations, Check For Loose Fasteners And Parts, Sweeping