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_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 chiF
dren to operate this unit.
INSTRUCTION
SAFETY INFORMATION
MANUAL
ON THE UNIT
A
DANGER:
Never use blades or flail-
ing devices.
This unit is designed for Iine trim-
mer use only. Use of any other accessories
or
attachments
will increase
the risk of injury.
G-©O
A
dl_ WARNING:
Trimmer
line throws ob-
jects violently. You and others can be blinded/in-
jured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body
parts clear of rotating line.
lm4oots
Keep children, bystanders, and animats 50 feet
(15 meters) away. if approached
stop unit im-
mediately.
if situations
occur which
are not covered
in
this manual,
use care and good judgment.
If
you need assistance,
contact your authorized
service
deater or call 1-800-554-6723.
OPERATOR
SAFETY
• Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses
or similar eye protection when operating, or
performing
maintenance, on your unit (safety
gtasses are available).
Eye protection should
be marked Z87.
• Always wear face or dust mask if operation is
dusty.
• Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,
Poets, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards
is recommended.
• Always
wear
foot protection.
Do
not go
barefoot
or wear
sandals.
Stay
clear
of
spinning line.
• 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.
• Being fully covered
also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown
by spinning line.
• 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 comrnon sense.
• Wear hearing protection.
• Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing
exhaust fumes can kill.
• Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT
/ MAINTENANCE
SAFETY
• Disconnect
the spark plug before performing
maintenance
except carburetor adjustments.
• Look for and replace damaged or loose parts
before each use. Look for and repair fuel
leaks
before use.
Keep
in good
working
condition.
• Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped.
cracked,
broken, or damaged
in any other
way before using the unit.
• Maintain
unit according
to recommended
procedures.
Keep
cutting
line at proper
length.
• Use only 0.095" (2.4 mm) diameter
Poulan
PRO brand line. Never use wire. rope, string.
eto.
• Install required shield properly
before using
the unit. Use only specified
trimmer
head;
make sure it is properly installed and securely
fastened.
• Make
sure unit is assembled
correctly
as
shown in this manual.
• Make carburetor adjustments
with lower end
supported to prevent line from contacting any
object.
• Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustrnents.
• Use
only
recommended
Poulan
PRO
accessories
and replacement parts.
• Have
all
maintenance
and
service
not
explained
in this manual
performed
by an
authorized service dealen
FUEL
SAFETY
• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
• Keep away from sparks or flames.
• Use a container approved for fuel.
• Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the unit.
• Avoid spiiling fuel or oil. Wipe up atl fuel spills.
• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fueling site before starting engine.
• Stop
engine
and
allow
to
cool
before
removing fuel cap.
• Always
store
gasoline
in
a
container
approved for flammable
liquids.
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