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contactinganyobject.Hold theunitby hand;
do not use the shoulder strap for support.
S Keep othe rs away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Use only recommended Poulan PRO ac-
cessories and replacement parts.
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performed b y an au-
thorized service dealer.
FUEL SAFE TY
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
S Keep away from sparks or flames.
S Use a container approved for fuel.
S Do notsmoke or allow smoking near fuel or
the unit or while using the unit.
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel
spills before starting engine.
S Move at l east 10 feet (3 m eters) away from fu-
eling site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow it to cool before re-
moving fuel cap.
S Remove fuel cap slowly.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be cut
before eachuse. Remove objects (rocks, bro-
ken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can
bethrownor becomeentangled inthebladeor
trimmer line.
S Keep others including children, animals, by-
standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 me-
ters) away . Bystanders should beencouraged
to wear safety glasses. Stop engine immedi-
ately if you are approached.
S Always keep engine on the right--hand side
of your body.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach.
S Keep blade/trimmer head below waist level.
S Do not raise powerhead engine above your
waist.
S Keep all parts of your body away from spin-
ning line/blade and muffler.
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on
the right side of the shield will throw debris
away from the operator.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Stop the powerhead engine before carrying
unit.
S Keep muf fler away from your body.
S Allow engine to cool and secure unit before
storing or transporting it in a vehicle.
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-
porting theunit. Use up fuel left in thecarbu-
retor by starting theengine andletting it run
until it stops.
S Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel va-
pors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from w ater heaters, electric m otors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store unit so the blade cannot accidentally
cause injury.
S Store unit indoors, out of reach of children.
If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgment. If you
need assistance, call 1--800--554--6723.
SPECIALNOTICE:Exposure tovibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel o r nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
peoplepronetocirculationdisorders orabnor-
mal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather
has been linked to blood vessel damage in
otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur
such as numbness, pain, loss of strength,
change in skin color or texture, or loss of feel-
ing in the fingers, hands, or joints,discontinue
theuseof this tooland seek medicalattention.
An anti-vibration system does not guarantee
the avoidance of these problems. Users who
operatepower toolson acontinual andregular
basis must monitor closely their physical
condition and the condition of this tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents for the following:
S Brushcutter attachment
S Handlebar
S Handlebar mounting bracket for 1″ shaft
S Handlebar mounting bracket for 7/8″ shaft
S Bracket cover (2)
S Shoulder strap
S Upper shoulder strap clamp
S Lower shoulder strap clamp (with spacer tabs)
S Handlebar bracket screws (4)
S Shoulder strap clamp screws (2)
S 4--point weed blade (assembled o n brush-
cutter attachment)
S Large nut for installing blade
S Retaining washer
S Cupped washer
S Metal shield (assembled on brushcutter a t-
tachment)
S Trimmer head
S Plastic shield
S Wing nut (screwed onto plastic shield)
S Attachment hanger
S Hex wrench
WARNING: If received a ssembled, re-
peat all steps to ensure your unit is properly as-
sembled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-
aged parts.
NOTE:If you need assistance or f ind that parts
are missing or dam aged, call 1-800-554-6723.
TOOL S REQUIRED
S Hex wrench (provided)
INSTALLING BRUSHCUTTER
ATTACHMENT
CAUTION:
When removing or installing at-
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for
stability.