Poulan Pro 545177326 Instruction Manual page 5

S Always keep engine on the right- -hand side
of your body.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach.
S Keep blade or trimmer head below waist
level. Do not raise engine above your waist.
S Keep all parts of your body away from
blade, trimmer head, and muffler when en-
gine is running. A hot muffler can cause se-
rious burns.
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on
right side of the shield will throw debris
away from the operator.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Stop the unit before carrying.
S Keep muffler away from your body.
S Allow the engine to cool and secure the unit
before storing or transporting it in a vehicle.
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carbu-
retor by starting the engine and letting it run
until it stops.
S Store unit so the blade or line limiter blade
cannot accidentally cause injury. The unit
can be hung by the shaft.
S Store unit out of reach of children.
WARNING:
The engine exhaust
from this product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the following list:
S Powerhead
S Lower attachment (with trimmer head
installed)
S Cupped washer
S Large nut for installing blades
S Hex wrench
S Handlebar
S Bracket cover
S Bracket cover screws (2)
S Metal blade shield
S Blade shield screws (4)
S 4- -point weed blade
S Plastic shield
S Wing nut (screwed onto plastic shield)
S Shoulder strap with warning
S Container of oil
WARNING:
Always stop unit and dis-
connect spark plug before performing any as-
sembly procedures.
WARNING:
If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-
aged parts.
NOTE:
If you need assistance or find parts
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the
empty fuel tank.
SAFETY NOTICE:
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 abnor-
mal 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 oper-
ate power tools on a continual and regular basis
must monitor closely their physical condition
and the condition of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark ar-
resting 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 Washing-
ton require by law that many internal combus-
tion engines be equipped with a spark arresting
screen. If you operate in a locale where such
regulations exist, you are legally responsible for
maintaining the operating condition of these
parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law.
For normal homeowner use, the muffler and
spark arresting screen will not require any ser-
vice. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that
your muffler be serviced or replaced by your au-
thorized service dealer.
ASSEMBLY
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal
due to carburetor adjustments and testing
done by the manufacturer.
TOOLS REQUIRED
S Hex wrench (provided)
S Adjustable wrench
S Phillips screwdriver
INSTALLING BRUSHCUTTER
ATTACHMENT
CAUTION:
When installing brushcutter at-
tachment, place the unit on a flat surface for
stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
Coupler
Shipping
protector
2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.
3. Remove the shaft cap from the brushcutter
attachment (if present).
4. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of coupler.
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Exposure to vibrations
This unit is equipped
LOOSEN
Knob
TIGHTEN