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TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer
head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground
and a t an angle. Allow onl y the tip of the line to
make contact. Do not force trimmer line into
work area.
Trimming
3inches(8cm)
above ground
SCALPING -- The scalping technique removes
unwanted vegetation down to the ground. Hold
the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in. (8
cm) above theground andat anangle. Allow the
tip of the line to strike the ground around trees,
posts, monuments, etc. This technique in-
creases line wear .
Scalping
MOWING -- Your trimmer is idea l for mowing
in places conventional lawn mowers cannot
reach. In the mowing position, keep the line
parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the
head into the ground as this can scalp the
ground and damage the tool.
Mowing
SWEEPING -- Thefanning action ofthe rotat-
inglinecanbeusedtoblowaway loosedebris
from an area. Keep the line parallel to and
above the area surface and swing the tool
from side to side.
Sweeping
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance e xcept
for carburetor adjustments.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORT ANT: Have all
repairs other than the rec-
ommended maintenance
described in the instruction
manual performed by an
authorized service dealer .
If any dealer other than an authorized
service dealer performs work on the
product, Poulan PRO may not pay for
repairs under warranty. It is your re-
sponsibility to ma intain and perform
general maintenance.
CHECK F OR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Spark Plug Boot
S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle Screw
S Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S ON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly by pushing and
releasing the switch. Make sure engine
stops. Wait5 seconds before attemptingto
restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart
engine and continue.
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS
S After each use, i nspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
S Wipe off u n it with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-
ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful em issions. Always clean after every
5 hours of operation.
1. Cleanthe cover and the area around it to
keep dirt from falling into the carburetor
chamber when the cover is removed.
2. Loo sen knob by t urning counterclock-
wise. Remove air filter cover and air filter .
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or
producing harmfulevaporative emissions, do
not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable
solvent.