Poulan 810EPT User Manual - Page 2

IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS DANGER! This unit can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious or even fatal injury. Read and understand the instruction manual before using the unit. Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection. DANGER! Falling objects can cause severe head injury. Wear head protection when operating this unit. Do not stand beneath branch being cut. SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When using an electric pruner or any other electric garden- ing appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury. The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, and to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using this unit. The operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Read the entire instruction manual before assembling and using the unit! Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Never allow children to use this unit. Do not allow the unit to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near children. Always disconnect unit from power source when not in use, before making repairs or adjustments, and when changing accessories and attachments such as bar, chain, or trimmer line. Nonconforming replacement components or the removal of safety devices may cause damage to the unit and possible injury to the operator or bystanders. Use only accessories and replacement parts as recommended. Use only for jobs explained in this manual (or manuals for optional attachments). WARNING: Because a pruner is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, special safety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious or even fatal injury. PLAN AHEAD S Read this manual carefully until you com- pletely understand and can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions before attempting to use the unit. S Restrict the use of your unit to adult users who understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions found on the unit and in this manual. Never allow children to operate this unit. Close attention is necessary when used near children. INSTRUCTION MANUAL SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE UNIT S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fit- ting clothing; heavy, long pants, and long sleeves; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye protection such as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved safety hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular users should have hearing checked regularly as motor noise can damage hearing. Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove loose clothing and jewelry or clothing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. 2