Poulan U4000C User Manual - Page 8

S Keep blade below waist level. It will be easier to maintain control of unit. S Do not raise the engine above your waist as the blade can come dangerously close to your body. S Do not swing the unit with such force that you are in danger of losing your balance. Bring the powerhead engine to cutting speed before entering the material to be cut. If the blade does not turn when you squeeze the throttle trigger of the powerhead, make sure the attachment is fully inserted into the coupler. Always release the throttle trigger and allow powerhead engine to return to idle speed when not cutting. The blade should not turn while the engine is running at idle. If the blade turns at idle, do not use your unit. Refer to the CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT section of the powerhead manual or contact your authorized service dealer. S Maintain good firm footing while using the unit. Do this by planting feet firmly in a comfortable apart position. S Cut while swinging the upper part of your body from left to right. S As you move forward to the next area to cut, be sure to maintain your balance, and footing. RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION 2 o'clock Cut using the 2 o'clock to 4 o'clock position of the blade 4 o'clock WARNING: The operator or others must not try to clear away cut material with the engine running or the blade turning to avoid serious injury. Stop engine and blade before removing materials wrapped around blade or shaft. MAINTENANCE WARNING: Always stop unit and dis- connect spark plug wire before performing maintenance. CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for replacement of damaged or worn parts. S Blade Shield -- Discontinue use of brushcut- ter attachment if shield is damaged. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Blade nut S Fasteners INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DECALS S After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and decals using a damp cloth with a mild detergent. S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth. BLADE MAINTENANCE WARNING: The blade will continue to spin after the engine stops or after the throttle trigger has been released. To avoid serious injury, make sure the blade has stopped coasting and disconnect the spark plug before performing work on the blade. WARNING: Always replace a blade that is bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Never attempt to straighten and reuse a damaged blade. Use only specified replacement blade. Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the blade to help avoid injury. S Check blade for flatness periodically. Lay the blade on a flat surface to inspect for flatness. Throw away a blade that is not flat. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BLADE REPLACEMENT WARNING: The blade will continue to spin after the engine stops or after the throttle trigger has been released. To avoid serious injury, make sure the blade has stopped coasting and disconnect the spark plug before performing work on the blade. Screwdriver WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on 3. the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving. 1. To remove the blade, align hole in the dust 4. cup with the hole in the side of the gear- box by rotating the blade. 2. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes. This will keep the shaft from turn- ing while loosening the blade nut. 8 While holding the screwdriver in position, remove blade nut by turning clockwise as you are facing the nut. Remove both washers and the blade from the blade shaft. Leave the dust cup on the gearbox.