Weed Eater 530087728, XT 400 SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is not, Attaching The Handle

SEmpty fuel tank before storing or transport- ing the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting engine and letting it run until it

stops.

SStore unit and fuel in an area where fuel va- pors 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 regula- tions exist, you are legally responsible for installing and maintaining the operating con- dition of these parts. Failure to do so is a viola- tion 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 vibra- tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow- ered 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 dam- age 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 med- ical attention. An anti-vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these prob- lems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condi- tion of this tool.

WARNING: Make sure unit is properly as- sembled and all fasteners are secure.

Groove

ATTACHING THE HANDLE

SAssemble the handle to the unit as shown; make sure bottom of handle is seated in the groove in the trigger housing.

NOTE: Adjustment knob must be as- sembled on the side of unit opposite opera- tor’s position.

S Pivot handle to a comfortable position. Tighten handle securely.

ATTACHING THE SHIELD WARNING: The shield helps to protect

the operator and others from thrown objects, and is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line. The blade (on underside of 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

Nut

This engine is certified to operate on un- leaded 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 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 printed on the container. Always read and follow the safety rules under FUEL SAFETY.

Starting Position

HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT

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

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