Poulan PRB26 Owner Manual - Page 3

or ricocheting into eyes and face which can result in blindness and/or serious injury. Eye protection should be marked ANSI Z87. • Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals. • Always wear respirator or face mask when working with unit in dusty environments. • Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts. • Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, upset, or if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. • Keep children, bystanders, and animals away from work area a minimum of 15 meters (50 feet) when starting or operating unit. Do not point blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets. HANDLE FUEL WITH CARE • Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (including smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is mixed, poured, or stored. • Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use an approved, marked container for all fuel purposes. • Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the unit. • Make sure the unit is properly assembled and in good operating condition. • Do not fill fuel tank while engine is running. • Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills before starting engine. • Move at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from fuel and fueling site before starting engine. • Always store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids. OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY • Inspect unit before each use for worn, loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until unit is in proper working order. • Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel. • Never start or run engine inside a closed room, building or other unventilated area. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. • To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear rubber gloves or any other insulated gloves while operating unit. • Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area while engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out through discharge opening, damaging unit, property, or causing serious injury to bystanders or operator. • Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in unventilated areas or where explosive vapors or carbon monoxide build up could be present. • Keep firm footing and balance at all times. Do not overreach. • Do not use from ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, or other high places or unstable surfaces. This could result in severe injury. • Never place objects inside the blower tubes; always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage. • Never run unit without the proper equipment attached. When using your unit as a blower, always install blower tube. • Check air intake opening and blower tube frequently, always with engine stopped and spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and discharge tubes free from debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit. • Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers, or other substances which may contain toxic materials. • To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc. • Use only for jobs explained in this manual. MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY • Have all maintenance other than the recommended procedures described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer. • To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or removing attachments. Do not operate without guards in place. Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing movable parts. • Use only genuine manufacturer parts; use of any other parts may void your warranty and cause damage to your unit. • Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit. Use up fuel left in carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops. • Do not use any accessory or attachment other than those recommended by the manufacturer for use with your unit. • Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. • Store in a dry area out of reach of children. 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 swelling. 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 tool. SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by law that many internal combustion engines be equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. For normal homeowner use, the muffler and spark arresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by your authorized service dealer. 3