Poulan 1400T User Manual - Page 5

AWARNINGSANDSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS (continued) A OPERATOR SAFETY I. Always wear a safety faceshield orsafetygoggles. See `Accessories." 2. Always wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length. Being fully covered will help protect you from pieces of toxic plants such as poison ivy thrown by the Trimmer Head which could be more of a hazard than touching the plant itself. 3. Do not operate this tool when you are tired, ill,or under the influence of alcohol, drugs,or medication. 4. Always use the assist handle. See "Assembly?' 5. Wear hearing protection if you use this tool for more than 112/ hours per day. 6. Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. 7. Keep handles free of oil and fuel. A TOOL SAFETY 1. Inspect the entire tool before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all fasteners are in place and securely fastened. 2. Replace trimmer head parts that are cracked,chipped, or damaged in any way before using the tool. 3. Use only WEED EATER° flexible, non-metallic, monofilament cutting line of the correct diameter. Never use wire, rope, string, etc. 4. Be sure the shield is properly attached. 5. Use only the specified WEED EATER° trimmer head. See "Specifications?' Make sure the trimmer head is properly installed and fastened. See `Assembly." . 6. Make carburetor adjustments with the drive shaft housing supported to prevent the trimmerline from contacting any object. Hold the tool by hand; do not use the optional shoulder strap for support. 7. Keepothersaway when makingcarburetoradjustments. 8. Use only WEED EATER° accessories as recom- mended for this tool by the manufacturer. A FUELSAFETY 1. Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames. 2. Use a container approved for fuel. 3. Do not smoke orallowsmoking near fuel orthe tool or while using the tool. 4. Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine. 5. Move at least 10 feet away from fueling site before starting engine. 6. Stop engine before removing fuel cap. 7. Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool. 8. Store tool and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. A CUTTINGSAFETY 1. Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become entangled in the trimmer head. 2. Keep others including children, animals, bystanders, and helpers outside the 60 foot Hazard Zone. Stop the engine immediately if you are approached. 3. Be aware that the trimmer head will always turn when theengine is runningduetothedirectdrivedesign. Keep trimmer head away from objects that can be thrown and cause injury. 4. Always keep the engine on the right side of your body. 5. Hold the tool firmly with both hands. 6. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-reach. 7. Keep the trimmer head below waist level. 8. Do not raise theengineaboveyourwaist. The trimmer head can come dangerously close to your body. 9. Keepall partsofyour body away from the trimmer head and muffler when the engine is running. 10. Use only for jobs explained in this manual. A MAINTENANCESAFETY 1. Maintain the tool according to recommended procedures. Keep the trimmer line at the proper length. 2. Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. 3. Makecarburetoradjustments with the driveshaft housing supported to prevent the trimmer line from contacting any object. Hold the tool by hand; do not use the optional shoulder strap for support. 4. Keepothers away when makingcarburetoradjustments. 5. Use only genuine WEED EATER° replacement parts as recommended by the manufacturer. A TRANSPORTINGANDSTORAGE 1. Hand carry the tool with the engine stopped and the muffler away from your body. 2. Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, and secure the tool before transporting in a vehicle or storing. 3. Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool. Use up the fuel left in the carburetor by starting the engine and letting the engine run until it stops. 4. Store tool and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. 5. Store the tool so the line limiter cannot accidentally cause injury. The tool can be hung by the bracket below the engine or by the drive shaft housing. 6. Store tool out of reach of children. Ifsituationsoccur which arenotcoveredin thismanual, use careandgoodjudgement. Contactyourdealerifyou need assistance. 5