Poulan Pro PPB1000E Instruction Manual download pdf (Page 4)

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EDGING SAFETY

W ARNING:

Inspect the area to be

edged before each use. Remove objects

(r ocks, br oke n glass, nails, wire , string , etc.)

which can be thrown by the blade or can wrap

around the shaft.

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Keep othe rs including children, animals, by-

standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 me-

ters) away . Stop the unit immediately if you

are approached.

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Hold the unit firmly with both hands.

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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-

reach or stand on unstable surfaces.

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Always keep the wheel in contact with the

ground.

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Keep all parts of your body away from the

blade and muffler .

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Always push the unit slowly over the ground.

Stay alert for uneven sidewalks, holes in the

terrain, large roots, etc.

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Do not force the unit. Use only for jobs ex-

plained in this manual. Use only fo r edging.

Do not abuse unit. Do not use in rain or wet

locations.

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To reduce the risk of fire, do not allow exces-

sive grass, leaves, or grease to accumulate

on the attach ment.

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Objects struck by the cutting member can

cause serious injuries to persons. The lawn

should always be carefully examined and

cleared of all objects prior to edging.

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Neve r operate without blade shield in place.

Allow blades to stop

before removing them

from the cut.

W ARNING:

Blades can throw objects violently.

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You can be blinded or injured.

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Wear safety glasses and boots.

W ARNING:

Hazard zone for thrown objects.

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Blades can throw objects violently.

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Others can be blinded or injured.

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Keep people and animals 50 feet

(15 m) away.

Boots

Blades move

momentarily

after the

trigger is

released.

WARNING:

Blades move momentarily after the

trigger is released.

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The blades can seriously cut you or

others.

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Allow blades to stop before

removing them from the cut.

Safety

Glasses

Thrown

Objects

Instruction

Manual

Safety Decals

W ARNING:

Read Instruction Manual.

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Follow all warnings and instructions.

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Failure to do so can result in

serious injury.

TRANSPORTINGAND STORAGE

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Do not grasp or hold exposed blade.

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Stop powerhead before leaving work area.

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Allow powerhead and gea rbox to cool before

storing or transporting it in a vehicle.

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Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors

cannot reach sparks or open flames from wa-

ter heaters, electric motors or switches, fur-

naces, etc.

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Store attachme nt so blade cannot accidental-

ly cause injury .

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Store attachment indoors, out of reach of

children.

If situations occur which are not covered in

this manual, use care and good judgment. If

you need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723.

SPECIAL NOTICE:

Exposure to vibra-

tions throughprolongeduse 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 swellings. Prolonged use in cold

weatherhas beenlinked tobloodvessel 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,

discontinuethe use of this tool and seek med-

ical attention. An anti-vibration system does

not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-

lems. Users who operate power tools on a

continual and regular basis must monitor

closely their physical condition and the condi-

tion of this unit.

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