Poulan U4000C User Manual - Page 3

Stop coasting blade by contact with cut material. S Make carburetor adjustments with the lower end supported to prevent the blade from contacting any object. Hold the unit by hand; do not use the shoulder strap for support. S Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. S Use only recommended Poulan/Weed Eater! accessories and replacement parts. S Have all maintenance and service not explained in this manual performed by an authorized service dealer. OPERATOR SAFETY S Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating, or performing maintenance on your unit (safety glasses are available). Eye protection should be marked Z87. S Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty. S Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards is recommended. S Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals. S Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove loose clothing and jewelry or clothing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts. S Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning blade. S Stay alert. Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, upset or under influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are doing; use common sense. S Wear hearing protection. S Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. S Keep handles free of oil and fuel. S Always use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap when using brushcutter attachment (see ASSEMBLY). UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY WARNING: Disconnect powerhead spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before performing maintenance. S Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep unit in good working condition. S Throw away blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Replace trimmer head parts that are cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in any other way before using the unit. S Maintain the unit according to recommended procedures. Keep the blade sharp. Never use flailing devices, wire, rope, string, etc. S Use only specified blade; make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened. S Never start engine with clutch shroud removed. The clutch can fly off and cause serious injury. S Be sure blade stops turning when engine idles. FUEL SAFETY 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 or while using the unit. S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine. S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fu- eling site before starting engine. S Stop engine and allow it to cool before re- moving fuel cap. S Remove fuel cap slowly. CUTTING SAFETY WARNING: Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become entangled in the blade. S Keep others including children, animals, bystanders, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 meters) away. Stop the engine immediately if you are approached. S Always keep engine on the right--hand side of your body. S Hold the unit firmly with both hands. S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over- reach. S Keep blade below waist level. S Do not raise powerhead engine above your waist. S Keep all parts of your body away from blade and muffler. S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on the right side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator. S Use only in daylight or good artificial light. S Use only for jobs explained in this manual. TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE S Stop the powerhead engine before carrying unit. S Keep muffler away from your body. S Allow engine to cool and secure unit before storing or transporting it in a 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 the blade cannot accidentally cause injury. S Store unit 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. 3