Poulan 1994-04 User Manual - Page 12
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USING YOUR TOOL AS A WEEDCUTTER - w/I3LADE (The 4 point, 8 inch blade is designed to cut grass, weeds and woody brush up to 1/2 inch diameter.) A DANGER - THIS POWER TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS! This tool can causeserious injuryincludingamputation or blindness to the operator and others. The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must befollowed toprovide reasonablesafety and efficiency in usingthis tool. The operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the tool. Read the entire Operator's Manual before using this tool! Restrict the use of this power tool to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the tool. BLADE THRUST A DANGER - BLADE THRUST When the spinning blade contacts anything it does not cut, a dangerous reaction can occur causing the entire tool and operator to be thrust violently in any direction. This reaction is called Blade Thrust. As a result, the operator can lose control of the tool. Use handlebar, shoulder strap, and keep shield in place. Make sure others are at least 30 feet (10 meters) away. Keep blade sharp. Cut at full throttle and from your right to left. Keep hands, feet and tool inproperposition; refer to "Guard Against Blade Thrust." 1" ARBOR cr.-CC OPENING 4 point, 8 Inch BLADE P/N 952-701546 Leg Guards gs 11 Thrown Object Face Shield Boots ADANGER - PROPER BLADE Use only the 4 point, 8 inch blade and proper hardware. The use of any other parts can result in serious injury. Do not use any accessory or attachment other than those recommended by the manufacturer for use with this tool. Blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged can fly apart and cause serious injury. Do not use. Throw away. A WARNING - THROWS OBJECTS The rapidly moving blade causes objects to be thrown violently. The shield will not provide complete protection to the operator or others. The operator must wear a safety face shield or goggles. Always wear safety leg guards and boots. Keep others at least 30 feet away. e Blade Coast 30 Ft 10 m 9- A 60 Foot WARNING - HAZARD ZONE .dre' (20 meter) Hazard Zone This tool will throw objects and cut. Keep others including children, animals, bystanders, and helpers at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from the operator and tool. Stop the engine and blade immediately if you are approached. NOTE: In areas where other people and animals are present, such as near sidewalks, streets, houses, etc., it is strongly recommended that the operator use the Stop Coasting Blade buddy system; that is, have another person serve as a "look out," keeping himself and others at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from the operator. A by Contact with Cut Material. WARNING - COASTING BLADE The blade continues to spin after the engine is stopped or the throttle is released. The coasting 12 blade can thrust, throw objects, or seriously cut you if accidentally touched. Stop blade by leaving it in contact with material already cut. Use the ••• "9 o'clock" position as the point of contact. - 12 -