Poulan P4500F User Manual - Page 4

S 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 common sense. S Wear hearing protection. S Never start or run inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. S Keep handles free of oil and fuel. UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except carburetor adjustments. S Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep in good working condition. S Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way before using the unit. S Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep cutting line at proper length. S Use only 0.095 inch (2,4 mm) diameter Poulan/WEED EATER brand replacement line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc. S Install required shield properly before using the unit. Use only specified trimmer head; make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened. S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as shown in this manual. S Make carburetor adjustments with lower end supported to prevent line from contacting any object. S Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. S Use only recommended Poulan/WEED EATER accessories and replacement parts. S Have all maintenance and service not explained in this manual performed by an authorized service dealer. FUEL SAFETY S Mix and pour fuel outdoors. S Keep away from sparks or flames. S Use a container approved for fuel. S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit. S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills. S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting engine. S Stop engine and allow to cool before re- moving fuel cap. S Always store gasoline in a container ap- proved for flammable liquids. CUTTING SAFETY WARNING: Inspect the area before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by or become entangled in line. Hard objects can damage the trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury. S Keep others including children, animals, by- standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 meters) away. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear safety glasses. Stop engine immediately if you are approached. S Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing and sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or hedge trimming. S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. S Keep all parts of your body away from muffler and spinning line. Keep engine below waist level. A hot muffler can cause serious burns. S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on right side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator. S Use only in daylight or good artificial light. S Use only for jobs explained in this manual. TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans- porting in vehicle. S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans- porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops. S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot accidentally cause injury. The unit can be hung by the shaft. S Store unit out of reach of children. WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An anti--vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool. SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washing- ton require by law that many internal combustion engines be equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. For normal homeowner use, the muffler and spark arresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by an authorized service dealer. 4