Poulan Pro SM400 Instruction Manual page 8

• In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-
faces or use a mister attachment when wa-
ter is available.
• Conserve water by using power blowers
instead of hoses for many lawn and garden
applications, including areas such as gutters,
screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.
• Watch out for children, pets, open windows,
or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away
safely.
• Use the full blower nozzIe extension so the
air stream can work close to the ground.
• After using blowers and other equipment,
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-
ceptacles.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
_WARNING:
Be sure to read the fuel
information in the safety rules before you be-
gin. if you do not understand the safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call
1-800-554-6723.
FUELING ENGINE
_l_ WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
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To obtain the correct oil mix I
p# ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of I
'/ 2-cycle synthetic oil into I
one gallon of fresh gas. I
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasolh_e must be mixed with a good quality
synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil
designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. Poulan
PRO brand synthetic oil is recommended.
Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1
ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml)
of oil with 1 gaIIon (4 liters) of unIeaded
gasolh_e. DO NOT USE automotive oil or
boat oil These oils will cause engh3e damage.
When mixing fuel, follow instructions printed
on container. Once oil is added to gasoline,
shake container momentarily to assure that
the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and
follow the safety rules relating to fuel before
fueling your unit.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To avoid
engine problems, empty the fuel system
before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the
gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh
fuel next season. Never use engine or
carburetor cteaner products in the fuel tank or
permanent damage may occur.
NOTE: Unit must be placed on its side when
adding fuel (see illustration below).
TO STOP THE ENGINE
• To stop the engine, move the throttle lever
to the STOP position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
'_kWARNING:
You MUST make sure
the tubes are secure before using the unit.
• Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-
ters) away from the fueling site.
• Hold the unit in the starting position as
shown. Make sure the blower end is di-
rected away from people, animals, glass,
and solid objects.
STARTING POSITION
Blower
Vacuum
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r=WARNING:
When starting engine,
hold the unit as illustrated. Do not set unit on any
surface except a clean, hard area when starting
engine or while engine is running. Debris such
as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be
picked up by the air intake and thrown out
through the discharge opening, damaging the
unit or property, or causing serious injury to by-
standers or the operator.
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!f your engine still does not I
I start after following these
instructions, pleas e car!
1-800-554-6723.
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