Trimming
3 inches (8 cm
above ground
SCALPING
- The scalping technique removes
unwanted vegetation
down to the ground. Hold
the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in. (8
cm) above the ground and at an angle. Allow the
tip of the line to strike the ground around trees,
posts,
monuments,
etc. This
technique
in-
creases line wear.
Scalping
MOWING
- Your trimmer
is ideal for mowing
in places conventional
lawn mowers
cannot
reach, in the mowing
position,
keep the line
parallel
to the ground.
Avoid
pressing
the
head into the ground
as this can scalp the
ground
and damage
the tool.
Mowing
SWEEPING
- The fanning action of the rotat-
ing line can be used to blow away loose debris
from an area.
Keep the line parallel
to and
above
the area surface
and swing
the tool
from side to side.
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Sweeping
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_z, WARNING:
Disconnect
the spark
plug before performing
mah_tenance
except
for carburetor
adjustments.
HELPFUL
TIP
IMPORTANT:
Have
all
the rec-
ommended
maintenance
described
in the instruction
performed
by an
authorized
service
dealer.
If any dealer
other
than an authorized
service
dealer
performs
work
on the
product,
Poulan
PRO may not pay for
repairs
under warranty.
It is your
re-
sponsibility
to maintain
and
perform
general maintenance.
CHECK
FOR
LOOSE
FASTENERS
AND
PARTS
• Spark Plug Boot
• Air Filter
• Housing
Screws
• Assist Handle Screw
• Debris Shield
CHECK
FOR
DAMAGED
OR
WORN
PARTS
Contact
an authorized
service dealer
for re-
placement
of damaged
or worn parts.
• ON/OFF
Switch
- Ensure ON/OFF
switch
functions
properly
by moving the switch to
the OFF position. Make sure engine stops;
then restart engine and continue.
• Fuel Tank - Discontinue
use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage
or leaks.
• Debris
Shield
- Discontinue
use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
INSPECT
AND
CLEAN
UNIT
AND
DE-
CALS
• After
each use. inspect
complete
unit for
loose or damaged parts.
Clean the unit and
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN
AIR
FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases
engine
perform-
ance
and increases
fuel
consumption
and
harmful emissions.
Always
clean after every
5 hours of operation.
1.
Clean the cover and the area around
it to
keep dirt from failing
into the carburetor
chamber
when the cover is removed.
2.
Remove
parts by pressing
button to re-
_ease air filter cover.
NOTE:
To avoid creating
a fire hazard
or
producing
harmful evaporative
emissions,
do
not clean filter in gasoline
or other flammable
solvent.
3.
Wash the filter in soap and water.
4.
Aliow filter to dry.
5.
Replace
parts.
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