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disconnected. Keep vents and discharge
tubes free of debris which can accumulate
and restrict proper air f low.
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Neverplace anyobject in theairintakeopen-
ing as this could r estrict pr oper ai r flow and
cause damage to the unit.
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Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-
ers,orother substances which maycontain
toxic materials.
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Toavoid spreading fire, donot use nearleaf
or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,
ashtrays, etc.
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Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
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Have all maintenance other than the rec-
ommended procedures described in the in-
struction manual performed by an autho-
rized service dealer.
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Disconnect spark plug before 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
mayvoid yourwarranty and cause damage
to your unit.
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Empty fuel tank before stor ing t he unit. Use
upfuelleftincarburetorbystartingengineand
letting it run until it stops.
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Do not use any accessory or attachment
other than those recommended by manufac-
turer for use with your unit.
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Do not store the unit orfuel in aclosed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
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Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow-
ered 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 hasbeen linked toblood vessel dam-
age in otherwise healthy people. Ifsymptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
loss of feeling in the f ingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek
medical attention. An antivibration system
does not guarantee the avoidance of these
problems. Userswho operate power tools on
a c ontinual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition andthe condi-
tion of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
This unit is equipped
with a temperature l imiting muffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the require-
ments of California Codes 4442 and4443. All
U.S. forest land and the states of C alifornia,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-
gon, and Washington require by law that
many internal combustion engines be
equipped withaspark arresting screen. Ifyou
operate inalocale wheresuchregulations ex -
ist, you arelegally responsible formaintaining
the operating condition of these parts. Failure
to do so is a violation of the law. Refer to the
MAINTENANCE section for information on
maintenance of the muffler and spark arrest-
ing screen.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Stop engine and be sure
the impeller blades have stopped turning be-
fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at-
tempting to insert or remove the v acuum or
blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause
serious injury. Always disconnect t he spark
plug before performing maintenance or ac-
cessing movable parts.
WARNING:
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 required for as-
sembly.
BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY
1. Align the rib on the blower tube with the
groove in the blower outlet; slide the tube
into place.
NOTE:
Knob must beloose enough to allow
blower tube to be inserted in blower outlet.
Loosen knob by turning counterclockwise.
Blower
Tube
Blower
Outlet
Rib
Groove
2. Secure the tube by turning the knob clock-
wise.
3. Toremovethetube, turn the knobcounter-
clockwise to loosen the tube; remove the
tube.
VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY
1. Open the zipper on t he 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
Tube
Rib