Poulan PPB2000T User Manual - Page 4

S Never douse or squirt the attachment with water or any other liquid. Clean unit and decals with a damp sponge (see STORAGE). CULTIVATING SAFETY WARNING: Inspect the area to be cul- tivated before each use. Remove objects (rocks, vines, branches, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown by the tines or can wrap around the shaft. S Hold the unit firmly with both hands. S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over- reach or stand on unstable surfaces. S Look behind and use care when backing up. S Keep all parts of your body away from the tines and muffler. S Do not force the unit. Use only for jobs ex- plained in this manual. Use only for cultivating. Do not abuse unit. Do not use in rain or wet locations. S Use only in daylight or good artificial light. TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE S Stop powerhead before leaving work area. S Allow powerhead and gearbox to cool be- fore storing or transporting it in a vehicle. 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 attachment so tines cannot accidentally cause injury. S Store attachment indoors, out of reach of children. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723. SPECIAL 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 unit. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts. NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723. ASSEMBLY Your attachment is fully assembled; no assembly is necessary. OPERATION KNOW YOUR CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT. Compare the illustrations with your attachment to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Shaft Hanger Tine Cover Cutting Tines CUTTING TINES The CUTTING TINES are designed to loosen soil. TINE COVER The TINE COVER provides partial protection from the rotating tines. 4