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SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
When using gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions must al-
ways be followed to 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-
oughly familiar with the controls and the prop-
er use 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.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
DANGER:
Never use blades with line
trimmer attachment. Never use flailing devices
with any attachment. This unit (when used with
supplied line trimmer attachment) is designed
for line trimmer use only. Use of any other ac-
cessories or attachments with line trimmer at-
tachment will increase the risk of injury.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, contact your authorized
service dealer or call 1-800-554--6723.
OPERATOR SAFETY
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Dress 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.
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Always wear face or dust mask if operation is
dusty.
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Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,
boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards
is recommended.
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Always wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of
spinning line.
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Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or
remove loose clothing or clothing with loosely
hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can be
caught in moving parts.
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Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown
by spinning line.
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Stay Alert. Do 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.
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Wear hearing protection.
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Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can
kill.Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
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Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
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Always keep engine on the right hand side
of your body.
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Hold the unit firmly with both hands.Keep
trimmer head (or other optional attachment)
below waist level and away from all parts of
your body. Do not raise engine above your
waist.
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Keep all parts of your body away from muffler
and spinning line (or other optional
attachment). Keep engine below waist level.
A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach or use from unstable surfaces
such as ladders, trees, steep slopes,
rooftops, etc.
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Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Use only for jobs explained in this manual
(or manuals for optional attachments).
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING:
Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
carburetor adjustments.
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Look for and replace damaged or loose parts
before each use. Look for and repair fuel
leaks before use. Keep in good working
condition.
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Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped,
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way before using the unit.
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Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures. Keep cutting line at proper
length.
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Use only 0.115 inch (3 mm) diameter Poulan
PRO brand line. Never use wire, rope, string,
etc.
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Install required shield properly before using
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;
make sure it is properly installed and securely
fastened.
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Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
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Make carburetor adjustments with lower end
supported to prevent line from contacting any
object.
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Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
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Use only recommended Poulan PRO
accessories and replacement parts.
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Have all maintenance and service not
explained in this manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
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Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
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Keep away from sparks or flames.
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Use a container approved for fuel.
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Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the unit.
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Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.
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Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fueling site before starting engine.
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Stop engine and allow to cool before
removing fuel cap.
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Always store gasoline in a container
approved for flammable liquids.
