Poulan 810EPT User Manual - Page 11

ATTACHING SHIELD (for line trimmer attachment) WARNING: The shield must be prop- erly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others and is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper length. The line limiter blade (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you. For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW YOUR TRIMMER ATTACHMENT illustration in OPERATION section. 1. Remove wing nut from shield. 2. Insert bracket into slot as shown. 3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket. 4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt. PIVOT Shield Line Limiter Blade Slot Bracket Wing Nut OPERATION KNOW YOUR UNIT READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Pruner Assist Handle Coupler Line Trimmer Attachment Shield Shaft Attachment Hanger Chain Bar oil fill cap Shoulder Strap Clamp Motor Housing Recessed Plug Cord Retainer Trigger Switch Bar Bar nut RECESSED PLUG The RECESSED PLUG is where you attach your extension cord to the unit. TRIGGER SWITCH The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn on the unit. Squeeze the trigger switch to operate the unit. Release to stop. COUPLER The COUPLER enables optional attachments to be installed on the unit. CHAIN TENSION It is normal for a new chain to stretch during first 15 minutes of operation. You should check your chain tension frequently. See CHAIN TENSION in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Use only a voltage supply as specified on your unit. SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD Extension Cord Gauge Chart Length of Cord Gauge 25 Ft. (7.5 m) 50 Ft. (15 m) 100 Ft. (30 m) 18 Gauge 16 Gauge 14 Gauge Extension cords are available for this unit. 11