SEmpty thefueltank beforestoringor trans-
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the car- buretor by starting the engine and lettingit
run until it stops.
SStoreunitandfuelinan areawhere fuelva- pors cannot reach sparks or openflames
from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
SStoreunitsolinelimiter cannotaccidentally
causeinjury. Unit canbe hungby thetube.
SStore the unit out of the reach of children
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is not
equipped with a temperature limiting muffler
andspark arresting screenwhich 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, andWashington requireby
lawthatmany internalcombustionenginesto be equipped with a spark arrestor screen.If
you operate in a locale where such regula-
tions exist, you are legally responsible for installing and maintaining the operatingcon-
ditionoftheseparts.Failuretodosois aviola- tion of the law. If a spark arrestor is required
inyourarea,contactyour AuthorizedService Dealer for the proper kit.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- tions throughprolongeduseofgasolinepow- ered hand tools could causeblood vesselor
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints ofpeoplepronetocirculationdisorders
or abnormalswellings. Prolongeduseincold weatherhas beenlinkedtobloodvesseldam-
ageinotherwisehealthy people.Ifsymptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or
loss of feeling in the fingers,hands, or joints,
discontinuetheuseofthis toolandseekmed- ical attention.
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
lems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely theirphysicalconditionandthecondi- tion of this tool.
WARNING: Makesure unitis properly as- sembled and all fasteners are secure.
ATTACHING THE HANDLE
Groove 
SAssemble handle to the unit as shown;
makesurebottomofhandleis seatedinthe groove in the trigger housing.
NOTE: Adjustment knob must be as- sembled on the side of the unit opposite the operator’s position.
S Pivot handle to a comfortable position. Tighten handle securely.
ATTACHING THE SHIELD WARNING: The shield helps to protect
theoperator andothers fromthrownobjects,
andis equipped witha linelimiter bladewhich cuts excess line.This blade(on undersideof
shield) is sharp and can cut you.
SRemove wing nut from shield.
SInsert bracket into slot as shown.
SPivot shield until bolt passes through hole
in bracket.
SSecurely tighten wing nut onto bolt.
Slot
Shield
Bracket
| Wing |
Line Limiter Blade | Nut |
|
|
This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed withagood quality
oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/Weed Eater brand oil is recom- mended. (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing
3.2ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded
gasoline). When mixing fuel follow the instructions printedonthe container.Always read and follow the safety rules under FUEL SAFETY.
For occasional use only.
Starting Position
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
Pushandholdenginestop switchin theSTOP or OFFpositionuntilthe unithas fully stopped.
WARNING: The trimmer head will turn while starting the engine. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
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