Poulan XT 200, XT 25, WT21 Transporting And Storage, SPECIAL NOTICE This unit is not, Style A

TRANSPORTING AND

STORAGE

SAllow the engine to cool; secure unit before storing or transporting in vehicle.

S Empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.

S Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

SStore unit so line limiter cannot accidentally cause injury. Unit can be hung by the tube.

SStore the unit out of the 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: This unit is not

equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by law that many internal combustion engines to be equipped with a spark arrestor screen. If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for installing and maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. If a spark arrestor is required in your area, contact your Authorized Service Dealer for the proper kit.

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 people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal 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 operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.

WARNING: Make sure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.

ADJUST THE HANDLE

SLoosen wing nut on handle.

S Rotate handle to upright position and tighten in a comfortable position between

the trigger and the safety label on the tube. Tighten handle securely.

ATTACH THE SHIELD

WARNING: The shield must be properly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others and is equipped with a line limiter which cuts excess line. The line limiter (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.

Assemble your shield (Style A or Style B) as shown.

STYLE A

S Insert bracket into slot in shield. Tighten securely.

Slot Bracket

Shield

STYLE B

SAssemble parts as shown; Tighten securely. Shield

NOTE: Remove	Wing Nut
and use washer and
wing nut from this
bolt for assembling	Washer
shield.

This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed with a good quality 2--cycle air--cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. Poulan/Weed Eater brand oil is recommended. (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline). When mixing fuel follow the instructions printed on the container. Always read and follow the safety rules under

FUEL SAFETY.

HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT

Push and hold engine stop switch in the STOP or OFF position until the unit has fully stopped.

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