Poulan PPB5500P User Manual - Page 3

IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS Hazard zone. Keep children, bystanders, and animals a minimum of 50 feet (15 meters) away from the work area. Do not allow other people or animals to be near when starting or operating the pruner. Carefully plan your pruning operation in advance. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path. Do not operate a pruner with one hand. Serious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders or any combination of these persons may result from one-handed operation. A pruner is intended for two-handed use. SAFETY RULES WARNING: When using an electric pruner or any other electric gardening appliance, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions. WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug (or disconnect unit from power source) to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs except carburetor adjustments. 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 pruner to adult users who understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions found on the unit and in this manual. INSTRUCTION MANUAL SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE UNIT S Keep all parts of your body away from the chain when the engine is running. S Do not handle or operate a pruner when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in good physical condition and mentally alert. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with doctor before operating a pruner. FUEL SAFETY (for gas engines) 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 before starting the unit. S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting engine. S Stop engine and allow to cool before remov- ing fuel cap. S Remove fuel cap slowly. ELECTRICAL SAFETY (for electric units) WARNING: Avoid a dangerous envi- ronment. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use in rain, in damp or wet locations, or around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not expose to snow, rain, or water to avoid the possibility of electrical shock. Do not use on wet surfaces. Do not handle extension cord plug or unit with wet hands. S Use only a voltage supply as shown on the nameplate of the unit. 3