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SAFETY RULESWARNING: When using gardening
appliances,basic safety precautions mus t al-
waysbe followed t o reduce the risk of fire and
serious injury. Read and follow all instruc-
tions.
This power unit can be dangerous! Operator
is responsible for following instructions and
warnings on unit and in manual. Read entire
instruction manual before using unit! Be thor-
oughlyfamiliar with the controls and the prop-
erus e of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit
to persons who have read, understand, and
will follow the instructions and warnings on
the unit and in the manual. Never allow chil-
dren to operate this unit.
SAFETYINFORMATION
ONTHE UNIT
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
DANGER: Never use blades or flail-
ingdevices. Thisunit is designed for line trim-
meruse only. Use of any other acc essories or
attachments will increase the risk of injury.
WARNING: Trimmer line thro ws ob-
jects violently. Youand others c an beblinded/i n-
jured. Wear eye and leg protecti on. Keep body
parts clear of rotating line.
EyeProtection
Boots
HazardZone
50 ft.
(15m)
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 5 0 feet
(15 meters) away. If approached stop unit im-
mediately.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
youneed assistanc e, contact y our authorized
service dealer or call 1-800-554--6723.
OPERATORSAFETY
SDress properly. Always wear safety glasses
or similar eye protection when operating, or
performing maintenance, on your unit (safety
glasses are available). Eye protection should
be marked Z87.
SAlways wear face or dust mask if operation is
dusty.
SAlways wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves ,
boots,and gloves. Wearings afety leg guards
is recommended.
SAlways wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of
spinning line.
SSecurehair abov e shoulder length. Secureor
remove loose clothing or clothing with loosely
hangingties, straps , tassels, etc. The y can be
caught in moving parts.
SBeing fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown
by spinning line.
SStay Alert. D o not operate this unit when you
are tired, ill, upset or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what
you are doing; use common sense.
SWear hearing protection.
SNever start or run inside a closed ro om or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
SKeep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
SDisconnect the spark plug beforeperf orming
maintenance except carburetor adjus tments.
SLook for and replace damaged or loose parts
before each use. Look for and repair fuel
leaks before use. Keep in good working
condition.
SReplace trimmer head parts that are chipped,
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way before using the unit.
SMaintain unit according to recommended
procedures. Keep cutting line at proper
length.
SUse only 0.095″(2.4 mm) diameter Poulan
PRO brand line. Never use wire, rope, s tring,
etc.
SInstall required shield properly before using
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;
makesu re it is properly installed and sec urely
fastened.
SMake sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
SMake carburetor adjustments w ith lower end
supported to prevent line from contacting any
object.
SKeep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
SUse only recommended Poulan PRO
accessories and replacement parts .
SHave all maintenance and service not
explained in this manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
SMix and pour fuel outdoors.
SKeep away from sparks or flames.
SUse a container approved for fuel.
SDo not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the unit.
SAvoids pilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.
SMove at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fueling site before starting engine.
SStop engine and allow to cool before
removing fuel cap.
SAlways store gasoline in a c ontainer
approved for flammable liquids.