Hedge Trimmer Safety - Poulan Pro PP25CFA Manuel D'instructions

S Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that
might stop the tines. If heavy contact oc-
curs, stop the engine and inspect the unit
for damage.
S Never operate the cultivator without the tine
cover in place and properly secured.
S Keep the tines and guard clear of debris.
S After striking a foreign object, stop the en-
gine, disconnect the spark plug and inspect
the cultivator for damage. Repair before re-
starting.
S Disconnect attachment from the drive en-
gine before cleaning the tines with a hose
and water to remove any build- -up. Oil the
tines to prevent rust.
S Always wear gloves when servicing or
cleaning the tines. The tines become very
sharp from use.
S Do not run unit at high speed unless culti-
vating.

HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY

WARNING:
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE - - Blade moves
momentarily after the trigger is released or en-
gine is turned off. Do not attempt to clear away
cut material when the blade is in motion. Make
sure engine is turned off, the spark plug wire is
disconnected, and the blade has stopped mov-
ing before removing jammed material from the
cutting blade. Do not grab or hold the unit by the
cutting blade.
WARNING:
starting unit. Remove all debris and hard ob-
jects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc., that can
ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury
or damage during operation.
S Do not use a cutting blade that is bent,
warped, cracked, broken or damaged in any
other way. Have worn or damaged parts re-
placed by your authorized service dealer.
S Always keep unit in front of your body.
Keep all parts of your body away from the
cutting blade.
S Keep the cutting blade and air vents clear of
debris.
POLE PRUNER SAFETY
WARNING:
The reciprocating blade/
rotating chain can cause severe injury. In-
spect the unit before use. Do not operate unit
with a bent, cracked or dull blade or dull chain.
Keep away from the blade/chain.
RISK OF CUT; KEEP
Inspect area before
WARNING:
rotating chain is sharp. Do not touch. To pre-
vent serious injury, always stop engine and
ensure blade/chain has stopped moving, dis-
connect spark plug, and wear gloves when
changing or handling the blade or chain.
WARNING:
ing chain can cause injury while it continues to
move after the engine is stopped. Maintain
proper control of the unit until the blade/chain
has completely stopped moving. Keep
hands, face and feet at a distance from all
moving parts. Do not attempt to touch or stop
the blade or chain when it is moving.
WARNING:
cause severe head injury. Wear head protec-
tion when operating this unit with a pole prun-
er attachment.
WARNING:
ry, do not use more than one boom extension
with a pole pruner attachment.
DANGER:
Keep the pruner away from power lines or
electrical wires.
S Only use for pruning limbs or branches up
to 6 inches (15 cm) in diameter.
S Do not operate the unit faster than the
speed needed to prune. Do not run the unit
at high speed when not pruning.
S Always stop the unit when work is delayed
or when walking from one cutting location to
another.
S If you strike or become entangled with a for-
eign object, stop the engine immediately
and check for damage. Have any damage
repaired by an authorized service dealer
before attempting further operations. Dis-
card blades that are bent, warped, cracked
or broken.
S Stop the unit immediately if you feel exces-
sive vibration. Vibration is a sign of trouble.
Inspect thoroughly for loose nuts, bolts or
damage before continuing. Contact an au-
thorized service dealer for repair or re-
placement of affected parts as necessary.
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The reciprocating blade/
A coasting blade/rotat-
Falling objects can
To prevent serious inju-
Electrocution hazard - -