Poulan PT7000 - Manual (Page 4)

tern does not guarantee the avoidance
of these problems. Users who operate
power tools on a continual and regular
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents for the following:
• Brushcutter
• handlebar screws (2)
• blade shield screws (4)
• cupped washer
• large nut for installing blade
• long hex wrench
• short hex wrench
• bracket cover
• metal shield
• plastic shield
• shoulder strap with warning
• weed blade
• handlebar
• container of oil
Examine parts for damage. Do not use
damaged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find
that parts are missing or damaged, call
1-800-554-6723.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the
empty fuel tank.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is
normal due to carburetor adjustments
and testing done by the manufacturer.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If received assembled, re­
peat all steps to ensure your unit is proper­
ly assembled and all fasteners are secure.
TOOLS REQUIRED
• 2 hex wrenches (provided)
• adjustable wrench or large pliers
ATTACHING THE HANDLEBAR
DANGER: The barrier portion of the
handlebar must be installed as shown to
provide a barrier between operator and
the spinning blade.
• Locate the decal on the handlebar.
This decal includes two arrows. Posi­
tion the handlebar on the mounting
bracket between these arrows.
• Position the bracket cover over the
handlebar. Again make sure the han­
dlebar is between the arrows.
• Insert screws and hand tighten only.
Be sure the handlebar is installed cor­
rectly: then, tighten each screw se­
curely with the hex wrench.
ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER STRAP
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap and
handlebar adjustments are required be­
fore starting the engine.
• Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit
and balance before starting the engine
or beginning a cutting operation.
• Insert your right arm and head through
the shoulder strap and allow it to rest
on your left shoulder. Make sure the
danger sign is on your back and the
hook is to the right side of your waist.
NOTE: A one-half twist is built in the
shoulder strap to allow the strap to rest
flat dn the shoulder.
• Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to
be about 6 inches below the waist.
• Fasten the strap hook to the clamp lo­
cated between the grip and the mount­
ing block and lift the unit to the operat­
ing position.
CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT
You can configure your unit using a cut­
ting head for grass and light weeds, or a
weed blade for cutting grass, weeds,
and brush up to 1/2 inch in diameter. To
assemble your unit, go to the section for
the desired configuration and follow the
instructions.
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION -
TRIMMER HEAD