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DMake sure the unit is properly assembled
andin good operating c ondition.
DDo not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or
running.
DAvoidspilling fuel or oil. Wipeup fuel spills
before starting engine.
DMoveat leas t 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fuel andf ueling site before starting engine.
DAlways store gasoline in a container ap-
proved for flammable liquids.
OPERATEYOUR UNIT SAFELY
WARNING: Stop the engine before
opening the vacuum inlet door. The engine
must be stopped and the impeller blades no
longerturning to avoid s erious injury from the
rotating blades.
DInspect unit before each use for worn,
loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not
use until unit is in proper working order.
DKeep outside surfaces free of oil and fuel.
DNever start or run engine inside a closed
room, building or other unventilated area.
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
DTo avoid static electricity shock, do not
wear rubber gloves or any other insulated
gloves while operating unit.
DDo 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 pick ed up by the air intake and
thrown out through discharge opening,
damagingunit, property, or causing s erious
injury to bystanders or operator.
DAvoiddangerous envir onments. Do not use
in unventilated areas or where explosive
vapors or carbon monoxide build up could
bepr esent.
DDonot overreac h or use from unstable sur-
facess uch as ladders, trees, steep slopes ,
rooftops,etc. Keep firm footing and balance
at all times.
DNever place objects inside the blower
tubes; always direct the blowing debris
awayfrom people, animals, glas s, and solid
objects such as trees, automobiles, walls,
etc.Theforce of aircan causerocks, dirt, or
sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can
hurt people or animals, break glass, or
cause other damage.
DNever run unit without the proper equip-
mentattac hed. When using your unit as a
blower,always ins tall blower tubes. When
usingyour unit as a vacuum, alw ays install
vacuumtubes and v acuum bag assembly.
Makesure vacuumbag assembly is com-
pletely zipped.
DCheck air intake opening, blower tubes,
vacuumtubes , and elbow tube frequently,
always with engine stopped and spark
plug disconnected. Keep vents and dis -
charge tubes free of debris which can ac-
cumulate and restrict proper air flow.
DNever place any object in the air intake
opening as this could restrict proper air flow
and cause damage to the unit.
DNever use for spreading chemicals , fertil-
izers,or other substances whic h may con-
tain toxic materials.
DToavoid s preading fire, do not use near
leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue
pits, ashtrays, etc.
DUseonly for jobs explained in this manual.
MAINTAINYOUR UNIT PROPERLY
DHave all maintenance other than the rec-
ommendedprocedures described in the in-
struction manual performed by an autho-
rized service dealer.
DDisconnect spark plug befor e performing
maintenance except for carburetor adj ust-
ments.
DUse only recommended Poulan PRO re-
placement parts; use of any other parts
mayvoid your warranty and caus edamage
to your unit.
DEmpty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use
upfuel left in carburet or by starting engine and
letting it run until it stops.
DDo not use any accessory or attachment
other than those recommended by manufac-
turer for use with your unit.
DDonot store t he unit orfuel in a clos edar ea
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
openflame from hot w ater heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
DStorein a dr y area out of reach of children.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tionsthrough prolonged us e of gasoline pow-
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people prone to circulation disor ders
or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold
weatherhas been link ed to blood vess el dam-
agein otherwise healt hypeople. I fs ymptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, los s 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 antivibration system
does not guarantee the avoidance of these
problems.Us ers who operate power tools on
a continual and regular basis must monitor
closelytheir physical condit ion and the condi-
tion of this tool.
SPECIALNOTICE: For users on U.S. For -
est Land and in some states, including Cali-
fornia (Public Resources Codes 4442 and
4443),Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jers ey,
Oregon, and Washington: Certain internal
combustion engines operated on forest,
brush,and/or grass covered land in the above
areas are required to be equipped with a
spark arresting screen, maintained ineffec-
tiveworking or der,or the engine mus t be con-
structed, equipped, and maintained for the
preventionof fir e. Check with your state or lo-
cal authorities for regulations pertaining to
these requirements. Failure to follow these
requirementsis a violation of the law. This unit
isnot factory equipped w itha spark arres ting
screen; however, a spark arresting sc reen is
availableas an optional part. I f a spark arrest-
ing screen is required in your area, contact
yourauthoriz ed service dealer for the corr ect
kit.The s park arresting scr een, blower tubes,
andnozz les must be assembled to unit to be
in full compliance with regulations.