plug disconnected.
Keep vents
and dis-
charge tubes free of debris which can ac-
cumulate
and restrict proper air flow.
•
Never place any object
in the air intake
opening as this could restrict proper air flow
and cause damage to the unit.
•
Never use for spreading
chemicals,
fertil-
izers, or other substances
which may con-
tain toxic materials.
•
To avoid spreading
fire, do not use near
leaf or brush
fires, fireplaces,
barbecue
pits, ashtrays,
etc.
•
Use only for jobs explained
in this manual.
MAINTAIN
YOUR
UNIT
PROPERLY
• Have all maintenance
other than the rec-
ommended
procedures
described
in the in-
struction
manual
performed
by an autho-
rized service dealer.
• Disconnect
spark
plug
before
performing
maintenance
except
for carburetor
adjust-
ments.
• Use only recommended
Poulan
PRO ¢ re-
placement
parts;
use of any other
parts
may void your warranty
and cause damage
to your unit.
• Empty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use
up fuel left in carburetor by starting engine and
letting it run until it stops.
• Do not use any accessory
or attachment
other than those recommended
by manufac-
turer for use with your unit.
• Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks
or an
open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches,
furnaces,
etc.
• Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
SPECIAL
NOTICE:
Exposure
to vibra-
tions through prolonged
use of gasoline
pow-
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve
damage
in the fingers,
hands,
and
joints of people prone to circulation
disorders
or abnormal
swel)ing.
Prolonged
use in cold
weather
has been linked to blood vessel dam-
age 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
system
does not guarantee
the avoidance
of these
problems.
Users who operate power tools on
a continual
and regular
basis must monitor
closely their physical
condition and the condi-
tion of this tool.
SPECIAL
NOTICE:
For users on U.S. For-
est Land and in some states,
including
Cali-
fornia
(Public
Resources
Codes
4442
and
4443), idaho, Maine, Minnesota,
New Jersey,
Oregon,
and Washington:
Certain
internal
combustion
engines
operated
on
forest,
brush, and/or grass covered land in the above
areas
are
required
to be equipped
with
a
spark
arresting
screen,
maintained
in effec-
tive working
order, orthe
engine must be con-
structed,
equipped,
and maintained
for the
prevention
of fire. Check with your state or lo-
cal authorities
for regulations
pertaining
to
these
requirements.
Failure
to follow
these
requirements
is a violation of the law. This unit
is not factory equipped
with a spark arresting
screen;
however,
a spark arresting
screen
is
available
as an optional part. If a spark arrest-
ing screen
is required
in your area, contact
your authorized
service dealer for the correct
kit. The spark arresting screen,
blower tubes,
and nozzles must be assembled
to unit to be
in full compliance
with regulations.the
muffler
and spark arresting
screen.
A
WARNING:
Stop engine and be sure
the impeller blades
have stopped
turning be-
fore
opening
the vacuum
inlet door or at-
tempting
to insert or remove the vacuum
or
blower
tubes. The rotating blades can cause
serious
injury.
Always
disconnect
the spark
plug before
performing
maintenance
or ac-
cessing
movable
parts.
_WARNING:
If you receive
your unit
assembled,
check
each step to insure your
unit is properly
assembled
and all fasteners
are secure.
Follow all safety information
in
the manual and on the unit.
•
A standard
screwdriver
is required for as-
sembly.
BLOWER
TUBE
ASSEMBLY
1. Align the rib on the blower
tube with the
groove
in the blower
outlet; slide the tube
into place.
NOTE:
Knob must be loose enough to allow
blower
tube to be inserted
in blower
outlet.
Loosen knob by turning counterclockwise.
/I_,S1_'%
Blower
Outlet
Blower
_"_:_
/
Tube
.... . _-f/
.................
Groove_
_
Rib
2. Secure the tube by turning the knob clock-
wise.
3. To remove the tube, turn the knob counter-
clockwise
to loosen the tube; remove the
tube.
VACUUM
BAG
ASSEMBLY
1. Open the zipper
on the vacuum
bag and
insert the elbow tube.
2. Push
the small
end of the elbow
tube
through
the small opening
in the bag.
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