Unit/Maintenance Safety; Edging Safety - Poulan Pro PP1000E Instruction Manual

blade is wider than the other); if so, it will re-
quire the use of a polarized extension cord.
The appliance plug will fit into a polarized
extension cord only one way. If the plug
does notfit fully into the extension cord, re-
verse the plug. If the plug still does not fit,
obtain a correct polarized extension cord.
A polarized extension cord will require the
use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will
fit into the polarized wail outlet only one
way. If plug does not fit fully into the wall
outlet, reverse the plug. Ifit stiltdoes not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper wall outlet. Do not change the equip-
ment plug, extension cord receptacle, or
extension cord plug in any way.
• To reduce risk of electrical shock, use ex-
tension cords specifically marked as suit-
able for outdoor appliances having electri-
cal rating not less than the rating of unit.
Cord must be marked with suffix "W-A" (in
Canada "W'). Make sure your extension
cord is in good condition. Inspect extension
cord before use and replace if damaged. Do
not use a damaged cord. Cord insulation
must be intact with no cracks or deteriora-
tion. Plug connectors must beundamaged.
The extension cord used to reach the pow-
er source must be heavy enough to carry
current from the power source the full length
of the extension cord to the unit. An under-
sized extension cord wilt cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. If in doubt, use the next heavi-
er gauge. The lower the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
• Do not use multiple cords.
• Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit by
the extension cord or yank extension cord
to disconnect unit. To unplug, grasp the
plug, not the cord. Do not use cord as a han-
dle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not ex-
pose cords to heat, oil, or water.
• Keep tt_e extension cord clear of operator and
obstacles at all times. Tie cord to cord retain-
er and connect to recessed plug as shown
in this manual to prevent damage to unit
and/or extension cord and to reduce the
possibility of the extension cord discon-
necting from the unit during operation.
• Do not attempt to repair unit. inspect the insu-
lation and connectors on the powerhead and
extension cord before each use. If there is
any damage, do not use until damage is re-
paired by your authorized service dealer.
• Do not use the powerhead if the switch
does not turn the unit on and off properly.
Have the unit repaired by your authorized
service dealer.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If
powerhead is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water, return it to your autho-
rized service dealer for repair.
• Avoid unintentional starting ofthe unit. Nev-
er carry unit with your finger on the switch.
Be sure the switch is in the OFF position
and never touch the switch when connect-
ing extension cord.
• Unplug the unit from the power source when
not in use, before servicing, and when chang-
ing accessories and/or attachments.
• Avoid any body contact with any grounded
conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes,
to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection should be provided on the circuit
or outlet to be used for the powerhead. Re-
ceptacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
'_ WARNING: Disconnectpowerhead
spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from
power source) before performing mainte-
nance.
• inspect entire unit before each use. Replace
damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make
sure all fasteners are in place and securely
fastened.
• Maintain unit according to recommended pro-
cedures.
• Throw away blades that are bent, warped,
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged before using the unit.
• Use only recommended Poulan PRO parts
and accessories. Never use wire, wire
rope, string, flailing devices, etc.
• Be sure blade stops turning when engine
idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUST-
MENTS section of powerhead manual).
• Remove the blade before making carburetor
adjustments. Hold the unit by hand. Do not
make carburetor adjustments from the blade
side of the unit.
• Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
• Never start the unit with tt_eclutch housing re-
moved. The clutch can fly off and cause seri-
ous injury.
• Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performed by an autho-
rized service dealer.
• If blade strikes a foreign object, follow these
steps: stop unit and disconnect spark plug
wire (or disconnect from power source), in-
spect for damage, and repair any damage be-
fore resuming operation of the unit.
EDGING SAFETY
_kWARNING:
Inspect the area to be
edged before each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.)
which can be thrown by the blade or can wrap
around the shaft.
• Keep others including children, animals, by-
standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 me-
ters) away. Stop the unit immediately if you
are approached.
• Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach or stand on unstable surfaces.