Poulan PT7000 - Manual (Page 3)

UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
• Look for and replace damaged or
loose parts before each use. Look for
and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep
unit in good working condition.
• Throw away blades that are bent,
warped, cracked, broken, or damaged
in any other way. Replace trimmer
head parts that are cracked, chipped,
broken, or damaged in any other way
before using the unit.
• Maintain unit according to recom­
mended procedures. Keep blade sharp.
Keep cutting line at the proper length.
• Use on^^y .080” (2 mm) diameter
Poulan® brand line. Never use wire,
rope, string, etc.
• Install required shield properly before
using the unit. Use the metal shield for
all metal blade use. Use the plastic
shield for all line trimmer use.
• Use only specified blade or trimmer
head; make sure it is properly installed
and securely fastened.
• Never start engine with clutch shroud
removed. The clutch can fly off and
turning when engine idles.
• Disconnect the spark plug before per­
forming maintenance (except carbu­
retor adjustments).
• Make carburetor adjustments with the
lower end supported to prevent blade
or trimmer line from contacting any ob­
ject. Hold unit by hand; do not use the
shoulder strap for support.
• Keep others away when making car­
buretor adjustments.
• Use only recommended Poulan ac­
cessories and replacement parts.
• Have all maintenance and service not
explained in this manual performed by
your Authorized Service Dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
• Keep away from sparks or flames.
• Use a container approved for fuel.
• Do not smoke or allow smoking near
fuel or the unit or while using the unit.
• Wipe up all fuel spills before starting
engine.
• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away
from fueling site before starting engine.
• Stop engine and allow it to cool before
removing fuel cap.
• Empty the fuel tank before storing the
unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor
by starting the engine and letting it run
until it stops.
• Store unit and fuel in area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
CUTTING SAFETY
• Inspect the area to be cut before each
use. Remove objects (rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which
can be thrown or become entangled in
the blade or trimmer head.
• Keep others including children, animals,
bystanders, and helpers at least 50 feet
(15 meters) away. Stop engine immedi­
ately if you are approached.
• Always keep engine on the right-hand
side of your body.
• Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach.
• Keep blade or trimmer head below
waist level.
• Do not raise engine above your waist.
• Keep all parts of your body away from
blade, trimmer head, and muffler when
engine is running.
• Cut from your right to your left.
• Use only for jobs explained in this
manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
• Stop the unit before carrying.
• Keep muffler away from your body.
• Allow the engine to cool and secure
the unit before storing or transporting it
in a vehicle.
• Empty the (uel tank before storing or
transporting the unit. Use up fuel left in
the carburetor by starting the engine
and letting it run until it stops.
• Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, electric mo­
tors or switches, furnaces, etc.
• Store unit so the blade or line limiter
cannot accidentally cause injury. The
unit can be hung by the tube.
• Store unit out of reach of children.
SAFETY NOTICE
Exposure to vibrations through pro­
longed use of gasoline powered hand
tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints
of people prone to circulation disorders
or abnormal 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
feeling in the fingers, hands or joints,
discontinue the use of this tool and seek
medical attention. An antivibration sys-