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plug disconnected. Keep vents and dis-
charge tubes free of debris which can ac-
cumulate and restrict proper air flow.
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Never p lace any object in the air intake
opening as th is could restrict p rope r air fl ow
and c ause damag e t o th e unit.
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Never use for spreading chemicals, fertil-
izers, orothersubstanceswhich maycon-
tain toxic materials.
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To avoid spreading fire, do not use near
leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue
pits, ashtrays, etc.
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Use only forjobs explainedin thismanual.
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
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Have all maintenance other than the rec-
ommendedproceduresdescribed in thein-
struction manual performed by an autho-
rized service dealer.
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Disconnect spark plug befo re performing
maintenance except for carburetor adjust-
ments.
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Use only recommended Poulan PRO
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re-
placement parts; use of any other parts
may voidyour warrantyandcausedamage
to your unit.
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Empty fuel ta nk before storing the unit. Use
upfuel leftincarburetor bystarting eng ineand
letting it ru n until it stops.
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Do not use any accessory or attachment
other than th ose recommended by manufac-
turer for us e w ith your unit.
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Do notstoretheunit o rfuel ina closed area
where fuel vapors can r each sparks or an
open flame from hotwater heaters,electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
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Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
SPECIAL N OTICE:
Exposure to vibra-
tions throughprolongeduse of gasoline pow-
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints ofpeople proneto circulation disorders
or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold
weatherhasbeenlinked tobloodvesseldam-
agein otherwise healthypeople.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 antivibration system
does not guarantee the avoidance of these
problems.Users who operatepower tools on
a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely theirphysical conditionandthe condi-
tion of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
This unit is equipped
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the require-
mentsof CaliforniaCodes4442and4443. All
U.S. forest land and the states of California,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-
gon, and Washington require by law that
many internal combustion engines be
equippedwithasparkarrestingscreen. Ifyou
operateinalocalewheresuchregulationsex-
ist, youarelegallyresponsible formaintaining
theoperatingconditionof theseparts. Failure
to do so is aviolation of thelaw. Refer to the
MAINTENANCE section for information on
maintenance of the muffler and spark arrest-
ing screen.
ASSEMBLY
W ARNING:
Stop engine and besure
the impeller blades have stopped turning be-
fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at-
tempting to insert or remove the vacuum or
blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause
serious injury. Always disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance or ac-
cessing movable parts.
W ARNING:
If you receive your unit
assembled, check each step to insure your
unit is properly assembled and all fasteners
are secure. Follow all safety information in
the manual and on the unit.
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A standard screwdriver is r equiredfor as-
sembly.
BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY
1. Align the rib on the blower tube with the
groove in the blower outlet; slide the tube
into pl ace.
NOTE:
Knob mustbe looseenoughtoallow
blower tube to be inserted in blower outlet.
Loosen knob by turning counterclockwise.
Blower
T ube
Blower
Outlet
Rib
Groove
2. Securethetubeby turningthe knobclock-
wise.
3. Toremovethetube,turntheknobcounter-
clockwise to loosen the tube; remove the
tube.
VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY
1. Open the zipper on the vacuum bag and
insert the elbow tube.
2. Push the small end of the elbow tube
through the small opening in the bag.
Small
Opening
Zipper
Opening
Elbow
T ube
Rib