Poulan Pro PP330 - Manual (Page 7)

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S Install required shield properly before using
the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal
blade use.
WARNING:
Only use brushcutter at-
tachments that provide a metal shield with
proboscis nose.
Proboscis
nose
S Use only specified blade and make sure it is
properly installed and securely fastened.
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on
the right side of the shield will throw debris
away from the operator.
S Always use the handlebar and a properly
adjusted shoulder strap with blade (see AS-
SEMBLY instructions in brushcutter attach-
ment instruction manual).
CULTIVATOR SAFETY
WARNING: Rotating tines can cause
serious injury. Keep away from rotating tines.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug
before unclogging tines or making repairs.
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
cultivated before starting the unit. Remove all
debris and hard and sharp objects such as
rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc.
S
Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that
might stop the tines. If heavy contact oc-
curs, stop the engine and inspect the unit
for damage.
S Never operate the cultivator without the tine
cover in place and properly secured.
S Keep the tines and guard clear of debris.
S After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug and inspect the cul-
tivator for damage. Repair before restarting.
S Disconnect attachment from the drive en-
gine before cleaning the tines with a hose
and water to remove any build--up. Oil the
tines to prevent rust.
S Always wear gloves when servicing or
cleaning the tines. The tines become very
sharp from use.
S Do not run unit at high speed unless culti-
vating.
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY
DANGER:
RISK OF CUT; KEEP
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE -- Blade
moves momentarily after the trigger is re-
leased or engine is turned off. Do not attempt
to clear away cut material when the blade is in
motion. Make sure the engine is turned off,
the spark plug wire is disconnected, and the
blade has stopped moving before removing
jammed material from the cutting blade. Do
not grab or hold the unit by the cutting blade.
WARNING: Inspect the area before
starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard
objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that
can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause
injury or damage during operation.
S
Do not use a cutting blade that is bent,
warped, cracked, broken or damaged in any
other way. Have worn or damaged parts re-
placed by your authorized service dealer.
S Always keep unit in front of your body.
Keep all parts of your body away from the
cutting blade.
S Keep the cutting blade and air vents clear of
debris.
POLE PRUNER SAFETY
WARNING:
The reciprocating blade/
rotating chain can cause severe injury. In-
spect the unit before use. Do not operate unit
with a bent, cracked or dull blade or dull chain.
Keep away from the blade/chain.
WARNING:
The reciprocating blade/
rotating chain is sharp. Do not touch. To pre-
vent serious injury, always stop engine and
ensure blade/chain has stopped moving, dis-
connect spark plug, and wear gloves when
changing or handling the blade or chain.
WARNING: A coasting blade/rotat-
ing chain can cause injury while it continues to
move after the engine is stopped. Maintain
proper control of the unit until the blade/chain
has completely stopped moving. Keep
hands, face and feet at a distance from all
moving parts. Do not attempt to touch or stop
the blade or chain when it is moving.