User manual POULAN PRO TRIM PT 17

[. . . ] S Never start or run inside a closed roomor building. Breathing exhaustfumes cankill. S Keep handles free of oil and fuel. UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY Safety information on the unit DANGER: Never useblades, wire, or flail- ingdevices. This unitis designedfor linetrimmeruseonly. Useofanyother accessoriesor attachments will increase the risk of injury. S Disconnectthesparkplugbeforeperformingmaintenanceexceptcarburetoradjustments. S Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way before using the unit. S Make carburetor adjustments with lower endsupportedtopreventlinefromcontacting any object. [. . . ] forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, andWashington requireby lawthatmany internalcombustionenginesto be equipped with a spark arrestor screen. If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for installing and maintaining the operatingconditionoftheseparts. Failuretodosois aviolation of the law. If a spark arrestor is required inyourarea, contactyour AuthorizedService Dealer for the proper kit. SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations throughprolongeduseofgasolinepowered hand tools could causeblood vesselor nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints ofpeoplepronetocirculationdisorders or abnormalswellings. Prolongeduse incold weatherhas beenlinkedtobloodvesseldamageinotherwisehealthypeople. Ifsymptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinuetheuseofthis toolandseekmedical attention. An anti-vibration systemdoes not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely theirphysicalconditionandthecondition of this tool. ATTACHING THE SHIELD WARNING: The shield must be properly installed. The shield provides partialprotectionfromtherisk ofthrownobjectstotheoperator andothers andis equippedwithalinelimiter whichcuts excess line. Thelinelimiter(on undersideofshield) is sharpandcancutyou. Wing Nut Bracket Slot Dust Cup Shield FUEL YOUR UNIT This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Gasoline must be mixed withagood quality 2-cycle air-cooledengine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3. 2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline). When mixing fuel follow the instructions printedonthe container. Always read and follow the safety rules under FUEL SAFETY. ASSEMBLY WARNING: Makesure unitis properly assembled and all fasteners are secure. STARTING Starting Position ADJUST THE HANDLE S Loosenwingnutor plastic knob onhandle. S Rotatehandletoupright position andtighten in a comfortable position between the 3 HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT Push and hold the engine stop switch in the STOP or OFF position until the unit has fully stopped. Choke Lever Trigger Primer Bulb Muffler REPLACING THE LINE HOW TO START YOUR UNIT WARNING: The trimmer head will turn while starting the engine. A hot muffler can cause serious burns. S Pushandholdtheenginestopswitch inthe STOP/OFF position until the unit has fully stopped. S Replacewithapre-woundspool, or cuttwo lengths of12-1/2 feetof. 080" (2 mm) diameter Poulanr brand line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc. , which can break off and become a dangerous missile. S Insertends ofthelineabout 1/2inch (1cm) into the small hole on the inside of spool. Spool Small Holes COLD ENGINE STARTING OR STARTING AFTER REFUELING S Set unit on a flat surface. S Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold through all remaining steps. S Allowenginetorun10seconds, thenmove choke lever to OFF CHOKE position. Line exit holes Line in Notch Line in Notch Hub S Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the spool. S Insert the line into the the exit holes in the hub as shown in the illustration. S Pull the line extendingoutside ofthe hubto release it from the notch. RESTARTING A WARM ENGINE S Movechokelever toOFF CHOKEposition. S If engine does not start in 5 pulls, follow instructions in STARTING A COLD ENGINE. USING YOUR UNIT OPERATING POSITION ALWAYS WEAR: Eye Protection SERVICE Werecommend allservice andadjustments not listed in this manual be performed by an Authorized Service Dealer. Long Pants Heavy Shoes CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS Cut from your right to your left. ADVANCING THE CUTTING LINE Your carburetor is equippedwithlimitercaps. [. . . ] If you have any questions regarding yourwarranty rightsandresponsibilities, you shouldcontactyour nearest authorizedservicecenteror callPOULAN/WEEDEATERat 1- 800- 554- 6723 WARRANTY PERIOD: - Anywarrantedpartwhichisnotscheduledfor replacement as required maintenance, or whichisscheduledonlyfor regularinspection to the effect of "repair or replace as necessary" shallbewarrantedfor 2years. Anywarranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted for theperiod oftime upto thefirst scheduled replacement point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which leads to thedeterminationthatawarrantedpart is defective if the diagnostic work is performedat anapprovedPOULAN/WEED EATERservicing center. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: POULAN/WEED EATER may be liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: All failures caused by abuse, neglect, orimproper maintenanceare not covered. [. . . ]