Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, up-
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set, or if you are under the influence of alco-
hol, drugs, or medication.
Keep children, bystanders, and animals
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away from work area a minimum of 30 feet
(10 meters) when starting or operating unit.
Do not point the blower nozzle in the direc-
tion of people or pets.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION, IT IS
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE
Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (in-
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cluding smoking, open flames, or work that
can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is
mixed, poured, or stored.
Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store
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fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use
an approved, marked container for all fuel
purposes.
Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
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operating the unit.
Make sure the unit is properly assembled
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and in good operating condition.
Do not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or
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running.
Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills
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before starting engine.
Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
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fuel and fueling site before starting engine.
Always store gasoline in a container ap-
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proved for flammable liquids.
OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
WARNING:
opening the vacuum inlet door. The engine
must be stopped and the impeller blades no
longer turning to avoid serious injury from the
rotating blades.
WARNING:
blowing debris, hold the unit with the muffler
side facing away from your body and clothes.
Inspect unit before each use for worn,
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loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not
use until unit is in proper working order.
Keep outside surfaces free of oil and fuel.
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Never start or run engine inside a closed
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room, building or other unventilated area.
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
To avoid static electricity discharge, do not
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wear rubber gloves or any other insulated
gloves while operating unit.
Do not set unit on any surface except a
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clean, hard area while engine is running.
Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass,
etc. could be picked up by the air intake and
thrown out through discharge opening,
damaging unit, property, or causing serious
injury to bystanders or operator.
Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use
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in unventilated areas or where explosive
vapors or carbon monoxide build up could
be present.
Do not overreach or use from unstable sur-
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faces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes,
rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and balance
at all times.
Never place objects inside the blower tubes;
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always direct the blowing debris away from
Stop the engine before
While vacuuming or
people, animals, glass, and solid objects such
as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of
air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be
thrown or to ricochet which can hurt people or
animals, break glass, or cause other damage.
Never run unit without the proper equipment
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attached. When using your unit as a blower,
always install blower tubes. When using your
unit as a vacuum, always install vacuum
tubes and vacuum bag assembly. Make sure
vacuum bag assembly is completely zipped.
Check air intake opening, blower tubes,
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vacuum tubes, and elbow tube frequently,
always with engine stopped and spark plug
disconnected. Keep vents and discharge
tubes free of debris which can accumulate
and restrict proper air flow.
Never place any object in the air intake open-
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ing as this could restrict proper air flow and
cause damage to the unit.
Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-
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ers, or other substances which may contain
toxic materials.
To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf
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or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,
ashtrays, etc.
Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
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MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
WARNING:
fore performing maintenance except for carbu-
retor adjustments.
Have all maintenance other than the rec-
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ommended procedures described in the in-
struction manual performed by an autho-
rized service dealer.
Use only recommended Poulan replace-
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ment parts; use of any other parts may void
your warranty and cause damage to your
unit.
Empty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use
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up fuel left in carburetor by starting engine and
letting it run until it stops.
Do not use any accessory or attachment
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other than those recommended by manufac-
turer for use with your unit.
Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
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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.
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SPECIAL NOTICE:
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of peo-
ple prone to circulation disorders or abnormal
swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has
been linked to blood vessel damage in other-
wise 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 condition
of this tool.
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Disconnect spark plug be-
Exposure to vibrations