Poulan 545154718 Trimmer User Manual


 
5
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeatallstepstoensureyourunitis properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-
aged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
It is nor m al for the f uel filter to rattle in the
empty fuel tank.
Findingfuel oroilresidueonmuffler isnormal
due t o carburetor adjustments and t esting
done by the manufacturer.
ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
2. Pivot the handle to a comfortable position;
retighten wing nut.
Wing Nut
Groove
ATTACHING SHIELD
WARNING: The shield must be prop-
erly install ed.Theshieldprovides p artialprotec-
tion from therisk ofthrown objects to theopera-
tor and others and is equippedwith aline l imiter
blade which cuts excess line to the proper
length. The l ine limiter bla de (on underside of
shield) is sharp and can cut you.
For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW
YOUR TR IMMER i llustratio n in OPERA TION
section .
1. Remove wing nut from shield.
2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.
3. Pivotshield untilboltpassesthroughholein
bracket.
4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.
Slot
Shield
Wing
Nut
Bracket
Line Limiter
Blade
PIVOT
OPERATION
KNOW YOU R TRIMMER
READTHISINSTRUCTION M ANUALAND SAFETYRULES BEFOREOPERAT INGYOURUNIT.
Compare the illustrations with your unit tofamiliarize yourself with thelocation of the various controls
and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Primer Bulb
Line Limiter
Blade
Fuel Mix Fill Cap
Assist Handle
Starter Handle
STOP
Switch
Throttle Trigger
Choke Lever
Spark Plug
Shield
Trimmer
Head
Shaft
Muffler
Edge
Guide