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plug disconnected. Keep vents and dis-
charge tubes free of de bris which can ac-
cumulate and restrict proper air flow.
D Never p lace any object in the air intake
opening as this could restrict proper air flow
and cause damage to the unit.
D Never use for spreading chemicals, fertil-
izers, orother substanceswhichmay con-
tain toxic materials.
D To avoid spreading fire, do not use near
leaf or br ush fires, f ireplaces, barbecue
pits, ashtrays, etc.
D Use only forjobs explained inthis manual.
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
D Have all maintenance o ther than the rec-
ommended procedures described in thein-
struction manual performed by an autho-
rized service dealer.
D Disconnect spark p lug bef ore performing
maintenance except for carburetor adjust-
ments.
D Use only recommended Poulan PROR re-
placement parts; use of any other parts
may voidyour warranty an dcausedamage
to your unit.
D Empty f uel t ank be fore storing the unit. Use
upfuelleft incarburetor by starting engineand
letting it run until it stops.
D Do not use a ny accessory or a ttachmen t
other than those recommended by manufac-
turer for use with your unit.
D Do notstore theunit or fuel inaclosed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
D 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
weatherhas beenlinked tobloodvesseldam-
age inotherwise healthy people.If symptoms
occur such as num bness, 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 operate power tools on
a continual and regular basis must m onitor
closely theirphysical conditionand the condi-
tion of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the require-
ments ofCalifornia Codes 4442and4443. All
U.S. forest land and the states of California,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-
gon, and W ashington require by law that
many internal combustion engines be
equippedwithasparkarrestingscreen. Ifyou
operateinalocalewheresuch regulationsex-
ist, youare legallyresponsibleformaintaining
theoperating conditionof t heseparts. 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: S top engine and be sure
the impeller blades have stopped turning be-
fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at-
tempting to insert or r emove 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.
WARNING: If you receive your unit
assembled, c heck each step to insure your
unit is properly assembled and all fasteners
are s ecure. Follow all safety infor m ation in
the manual and on the unit.
D 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: Knobmust beloose enoughtoallow
blower tube to be inserted i n blower outlet.
Loosen knob by turning counterclockwise.
Blower
Tube
Blower
Outlet
Rib
Groove
2. Secure thetubeby turningthe knobclock-
wise.
3. Toremove t hetube,turn t heknobcounter-
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
Tube
Rib