Poulan 1994-04 User Manual - Page 4
Warnings, Safety, Instructions, Continued
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WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....(Continued) A OPERATOR SAFETY • Always wear safety eye protection. • Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards is recommended. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals, jewelry, short pants, short sleeves, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.; they can be caught in moving parts. Being fully covered will help protect you from pieces of toxic plants such as poison ivy thrown by blade or trimmer head which could be more of a hazard than touching the plant itself. • Secure hair so it is above shoulder length. • Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. • Wear hearing protection if you use the unit for more than 1-1/2 hours per day • Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. • Keep handles free of oil and fuel. • Always use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap with a blade. See "Assembly." A UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY • Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep the unit in good working condition. • Throw away blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Replace trimmer head parts that are cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in any other way before using the unit. • Maintain the unit according to recommended procedures. Keep the blade sharp. Keep the cutting line at the proper length. • Use only .080" diameter WEED EATER® brand line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc. • Install the required shield properly before using the unit. Use the metal shield for all weed blade use. Use the plastic shield for all line trimmer use. • Use only specified blade or trimmer head; make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened. • Never start engine with clutch shroud removed. The clutch can fly off and cause serious injury • Be sure blade or trimmer head stops turning when engine idles. • Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance (except carburetor adjustments). • Make carburetor adjustments with the lower end supported to prevent the blade or trimmer line from contactingany object. Hold the unit by hand; do not use the shoulder strap for support. • Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. • Use only genuine WEED EATER accessories as recommended for this unit. • Have all maintenance and service not explained in this manual performed by an Authorized Service Dealer. A FUEL SAFETY • Mix and pour fuel outdoors. • Keep away from sparks or flames. • Use a container approved for fuel. • Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit or while using the unit. • Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine. • Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting engine. • Stop engine and allow unit to cool before remov- ing fuel cap. • Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops. • Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. A CUTTING SAFETY • 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 blade or trimmer head. • Keep others including children, animals, bystanders, and helpers outside the 60 foot (20 meter) Hazard Zone. Stop the engine immediately if you are approached. • Always keep engine on the right-hand side of your body • Hold the unit firmly with both hands. • Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over- reach. • Keep blade or trimmer head below waist level. • Do not raise the engine above your waist. • Keep all parts of your body away from blade, trim- mer head, and muffler when engine is running. • Cut from your right to your left. • Use only for jobs explained in this manual. A TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE • Stop the unit before carrying. • Keep the muffler away from your body • Allow engine to cool and secure unit before stor- ing or transporting it in a vehicle. • Empty the fuel tank before storing or transport- ing the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by startingthe engine and lettingit run until it stops. • Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. • Store unit so the blade or line limiter cannot accidentally cause injury The unit can be hung by the bracket below engine or by tube. • Store the unit out of reach of children. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assistance, contact your Authorized Service Dealer or the CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE at 1-800-554-6723. 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 wrists 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, handsor wrists, discontinue the use of this tool andseek 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. 4