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tion. Plugconnectorsmustbeundamaged.
The extension cord used to reach the pow-
er source must be heavy enough to carry
current from the power source the full length
of the exte nsio n co rd to th e unit. An under-
sized extension cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power a nd
overheating. Ifin doubt,use t henextheavi-
er gauge. Thelower thegauge number, the
heavier the cord.
S Do not use multiple cords.
S Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit by
the e xtension cord or yank extension cord
to disconnect unit. To unplug, grasp the
plug,notthecord.Do notusecordas ahan-
dle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edge s or corners. Do no t ex-
pose cords to heat, oil, or water.
S Keep the e xtension cord clear ofoperator and
obstacles atall times. Tie cord to cord retain-
er and connect to recessed plug as shown
in this manual to prevent damage to unit
and/or extension cord and to reduce the
possibility of the extension cord discon-
necting from the unit during operation.
S Do not attemptto repair unit. Inspect theinsu-
lation and connectors on the powerhead and
extension cord before each use. If there is
any damage, do not use until damage is re-
paired by your authorized service dealer.
S Do not use the powerhead if the switch
does not turn the unit on and off properly .
Have the unit repaired by your authorized
service dealer.
S Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If
powerhead is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water , return it to your autho-
rized service dealer for repair.
S Avoidunintentional starting ofthe unit.Nev-
er carry unit with your finger on the switch.
Be sure the switch is in the OFF position
and never touch the switch when connect-
ing extension cord.
S Unplug the u nit from the power source when
not in use, before servicing, and when chang-
ing accessories and/or attachments.
S Avoid any body contact with any grounded
conductor , such as metal fences, or pipes,
to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection should beprovided on thecircuit
or outlet tobe used for thepowerhead. Re-
ceptacles are available hav ing built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect powerhead
spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from
power source) before performing mainte-
nance.
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual p erformed by anautho-
rized service dealer .
S Inspect entire unit before each u se. Replace
damaged parts. C heck for fuel leaks. Make
sure all fasteners are in place and securely
fastened.
S Maintain unit according to recommended pro-
cedures.
S Keep the cutting blade and air vents free
from debris.
S Do not use a cutting blade that is bent,
warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in
any other way . Have worn or damaged
parts replaced by an authorized service
dealer.
S Use only recommended Poulan PRO cut-
ting blades and replacement parts and ac-
cessories. Use of any other parts may void
your warranty andcause damageto your unit.
S Be sure blade stops turning when engine
idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUST-
MENTS section of powerhead manual).
S Handcarry theunitwiththe enginestopped
andthemufflerand cuttingbladeawayfrom
your body
S Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Never start the unitwith theclutch housing re-
moved. The clutch can fly of f and cause seri-
ous injury.
S If blade strikes a foreign object, follow these
steps: stop unit and disconnect spark plug
wire (or disconnect from power source), in-
spect for damage,and repair a ny damage be-
fore resuming operation of the unit.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Do not grasp or hold exposed blade.
S Stop powerhead before leaving work area.
S Allow powerhead and gearbox to cool before
storingortransportingitinavehicle.
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from wa-
ter heaters, electric motors or switches, fur-
naces, etc.
S Store attachment so blade cannot accidental-
ly cause injury.
S Store attachment indoors, out o f 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.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use o f gasoline pow-
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people prone t o circulation disorders
or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weatherhas beenlinked toblood vesseldam-
age inotherwise healthypeople. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinue theuse ofthis toolandseekmed-
ical attention. An anti-vibration system does
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
lems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely theirphysical conditionand thecondi-
tion of this unit.
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