Poulan TE450 User Manual - Page 3

S Always store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids. CUTTING SAFETY WARNING: Inspect the area before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by or become entangled in line. Hard objects can damage trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury. S Use only for trimming, mowing, edging and sweeping. Do not use for pruning or hedge trimming. S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. S Keep all parts of your body away from spinning line and muffler. Keep engine below waist level. A hot muffler can cause serious burns. S Cutting with the line on left side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator. S Use only in daylight or good artificial light. TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE S Allow the engine to cool; secure unit before storing or transporting in vehicle. S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans- porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops. S Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot accidentally cause injury. Unit can be hung by the tube. S Store the unit out of the reach of children. SAFETY 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 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. ASSEMBLY WARNING: If received assembled, repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure. 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. It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty fuel tank. Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments and testing done by the manufacturer ATTACHING THE HANDLE NOTE: Be sure to attach the assist handle to the unit before attaching the shield. 1. Assemble handle to the unit as shown; make sure bottom of handle is seated in the groove in the trigger housing. NOTE: Knob must be assembled on the right hand side of the unit as shown in the illustration. 2. Make sure the bolt is seated in the hex-- shaped hole in the handle. 3. Pivot the handle to a comfortable position. 4. Tighten knob securely ATTACHING SHIELD 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 illustration in OPERATION section. Groove 3