Poulan Trimmer 530164083 User Manual

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Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
PP446  
For Occasional Use Only  
WARNING:  
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before  
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
ADVERTENCIA:  
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e  
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en le-  
siones graves.  
AVERTISSEMENT:  
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse-  
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le  
faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.  
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.  
250 Bobby Jones Expressway  
Augusta, GA 30907  
Copyright E2003 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.  
530164083  
10/31/03  
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S Do not handle or operate a pruner when you  
are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken  
alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in  
good physical condition and mentally alert. If  
you have any condition that might be  
aggravated by strenuous work, check with  
doctor before operating a pruner.  
S Carefully plan your pruning operation in  
advance. Do notstart cuttinguntil youhave  
a clear work area, secure footing, and a  
planned retreat path.  
S Make certain the chain stops moving when  
the throttle trigger is released. For  
correction, refer to CARBURETOR  
ADJUSTMENTS.  
S Never modify your unit in any way.  
S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil  
or fuel mixture.  
S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and  
fasteners securely tightened.  
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower  
end supported to prevent chain from  
contacting any object.  
S Keep others away when making carburetor  
adjustments.  
S Use only Poulan PROR accessories and  
replacement parts as recommended.  
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION  
S Do not smoke while handling fuel or while  
operating the pruner.  
S Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in  
the areas where fuel is mixed or poured.  
There should be no smoking, open flames,  
or work that could cause sparks. Allow  
engine to cool before refueling.  
S Mix and pourfuel in an outdoorareaonbare  
ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well  
ventilated place; and use an approved,  
marked container for all fuel purposes.  
Wipe upall fuelspills beforestartingengine.  
S Moveatleast10feet(3meters) fromfueling  
site before starting engine.  
S Turn the engine off and let unit cool in a  
non-combustible area, not on dry leaves,  
straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap  
and refuel unit.  
If situations occur which are not covered in  
this manual, use care and good judgment. If  
youneedassistance, contact yourauthorized  
service dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.  
OPERATE YOUR PRUNER SAFELY  
S Do not operate a pruner with one hand.  
Serious injury to the operator, helpers,  
bystanders or any combination of these  
persons may result from one-handed  
operation.  
A
pruner is intended for  
two-handed use.  
S Operate the pruner only in a well-ventilated  
outdoor area.  
S Do not operate pruner from a ladder or in a  
tree.  
S Donotuseaprunertocut downtrees or any  
portion of the tree trunk.  
S Only use for pruning limbs or branches not  
greater than 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter.  
S Neverstandunderthelimb you arepruning.  
Always position yourself out of the path of  
falling debris.  
S Donotcutsmall brush andsaplings withthe  
pruner. Slender matter may catch in the  
chain and be whipped toward you, pulling  
you off balance.  
S Make sure the chain will not make contact  
with any object while starting the engine.  
Never try to start the unit when the guide  
bar is in a cut.  
S Store the unit and fuel in an area wherefuel  
vapors cannotreach sparks or openflames  
from water heaters, electric motors or  
switches, furnaces, etc.  
KICKBACK  
S Donotputpressureonthe prunerat theend  
ofthecut. Applyingpressurecan causeyou  
to lose control when the cut is completed.  
S Do not run the unit at high speed when not  
pruning.  
WARNING: Avoid kickback which  
can result in serious injury. Kickback is the  
backward, upward or sudden forward motion  
of the guide bar occurring when the chain  
near the upper tip of the guide bar contacts  
any object such as a log or branch, or when  
the wood closes in and pinches the chain in  
the cut. Contacting a foreign object in the  
wood can also result in loss of control.  
S Rotational Kickback can occur when the  
moving chain contacts an object at the upper  
tip of the guide bar. This contact can cause  
the chain to dig into the object, which stops  
the chain for an instant. The result is a  
lightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the  
guide bar up and back toward the operator.  
S Pinch-Kickbackcan occur whenthe wood  
closes in and pinches the moving chain in  
thecut alongthetop ofthe guidebar andthe  
chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden  
stopping of the chain results in a reversal of  
the chain force used to cut wood and  
causes the pruner to move in the opposite  
direction of thechain rotation. The pruneris  
driven straight back toward the operator.  
S Pull-In can occur when the moving chain  
contacts a foreign object in the wood in the cut  
along the bottom of the guide bar and the  
S If you strike or become entangled with a  
foreign object, stop the engine immediately  
and check for damage. Have any damage  
repaired by an authorized service dealer  
before attempting further operations.  
S Do not operate a pruner that is damaged,  
improperly adjusted, or not completely and  
securely assembled. Always replace bar  
and chain immediately if it becomes  
damaged, broken or is otherwise removed.  
S Always stop the unit when work is delayed  
or whenwalking from onecutting locationto  
another. Stop the engine before setting the  
unit down.  
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.  
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual  
(or manuals for optional attachments).  
MAINTAIN YOUR PRUNER IN GOOD  
WORKING ORDER  
S Have all service performed by a qualified  
service dealer with the exception of the  
items listed in the maintenance section of  
this manual.  
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chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden  
stopping pulls the pruner forward and away  
from the operator and could easily cause the  
operator to lose control of the pruner.  
S Stand with your weight evenly balanced on  
both feet.  
S Stand slightly to the left side of the prunerto  
keep your body from being in a direct line  
with the cutting chain.  
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF  
KICKBACK  
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES  
The following features are included on your  
pruner to help reduce the hazard of kickback;  
however, such features will not totally elimi-  
natethis danger. As a pruneruser, do not rely  
only on safety devices. You must follow all  
safety precautions, instructions, and mainte-  
nance in this manual to help avoid kickback  
and other forces which can result in serious  
injury.  
S Recognize thatkickback can happen. With  
a basic understandingof kickback, you can  
reduce the element of surprise which  
contributes to accidents.  
S Never let the moving chain contact any  
object at the tip of the guide bar.  
S Keep the working area free from  
obstructions suchas othertrees,branches,  
rocks, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid any  
obstruction that your chain could hit while  
you are cutting. When cutting a branch, do  
not let the guide bar contact branch or other  
objects around it.  
S Keep your chain sharp and properly  
tensioned. A loose or dull chain can  
increase the chance of kickback occurring.  
Follow manufacturer’s chain sharpening  
and maintenance instructions. Check  
tension at regular intervals with the engine  
stopped, never with the engine running.  
Make sure the bar clamp nut is securely  
tightened after tensioning the chain.  
S Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If  
the chainis movingat aslower speed,there  
is greater chance of kickback occurring.  
S Cut one branch at a time.  
S Use extreme caution when re-entering a  
previous cut.  
S Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of  
the bar (plunge cuts).  
S Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that  
could close a cut and pinch or fall into chain.  
S Use the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar and  
Low--Kickback Chain specified for your unit.  
S Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar, designed  
with a small radius tip which reduces the  
size of thekickback dangerzone on the bar  
tip.  
Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar  
Small Radius Tip  
Symm
Large Radius Tip  
S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with  
a
contoured depth gauge and guard link  
which deflect kickback force and allow  
wood to gradually ride into the cutter.  
Contoured Depth Gauge  
Elongated Guard Link  
MAINTAIN CONTROL  
Deflects  
kickback force  
Low---Kickback  
and allows wood  
Chain  
to gradually ride  
into cutter  
Can Obstruct Material  
Not a Low---Kickback Chain  
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations  
through prolonged use of gasoline powered  
hand tools could cause bloodvessel or nerve  
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of  
people prone to circulation disorders or ab-  
normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold  
weatherhas beenlinked toblood vessel dam-  
agein otherwisehealthy people. 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,  
discontinue the 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 tool.  
S Keep a good, firm grip on the pruner with  
both hands when the engine is running and  
don’t let go. A firm grip will help you reduce  
kickback and maintain control. Keep the  
fingers of your left hand encircling andyour  
left thumb under the assist handle. Keep  
your right hand completely around the  
throttle handle whether your are right  
handed or left handed.  
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SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped  
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark  
arresting screen which meets the require-  
ments of California Codes 4442and 4443. All  
U.S. forest land and the states of California,  
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-  
gon, and Washington require by law that  
many internal combustion engines be  
equippedwithaspark arrestingscreen. Ifyou  
operatein alocale wheresuch regulationsex-  
ist, you are legally responsible formaintaining  
theoperatingcondition of theseparts. Failure  
to do so is a violation of the law. For normal  
homeowneruse,the muffler andspark arrest-  
ing screen will not require any service. After  
50 hours of use, we recommend that your  
muffler be serviced or replaced by an autho-  
rized service dealer.  
Eye Protection  
50 ft.  
(15 meters)  
Boots  
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet  
(15 meters) away. Stop unit immediately if ap-  
proached.  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
trimmed before each use. Remove objects  
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which  
can be thrownby or becomeentangledinline.  
Hard objects can damage the trimmer head  
and be thrown causing serious injury.  
S Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing and  
sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or  
hedge trimming.  
S Cut from your right to your left. Cutting on  
left side of the shield will throw debris away  
from the operator.  
EDGER SAFETY  
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES  
FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS  
WARNING: For each optional at-  
tachment used, read entire instruction manu-  
al before use and follow all warnings and in-  
structions in manual and on attachment.  
WARNING: Ensure handlebar is  
installed when using edger or brushcutter at-  
tachments. Attach handlebarabove arrowon  
safety label on the upper shaft (engine end of  
unit). If your edger or brushcutter attachment  
does not include a handlebar, a handlebarac-  
cessory kit (#530071451) is available from  
your authorized service dealer.  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
edged before each use. Remove objects  
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which  
can be thrown by the blade or can wrap  
around the shaft.  
S Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger  
is released. The blade can seriously cut  
you or others.  
S Allow blade to stop before removing it from  
the cut.  
Handlebar  
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY  
DANGER: Never useblades withline  
trimmer attachment. Never use flailing de-  
vices with any attachment. Use of any other  
accessories with line trimmer attachment will  
increase the risk of injury.  
S Throw away blades that are bent, warped,  
cracked, broken or damaged in any other  
way. Replace parts that are cracked,  
chipped, or damaged before using the unit.  
S Do not attempt to remove cut material nor  
hold material to be cut when the engine is  
running or when cutting blade is moving.  
S Always keep the wheel and depthadjusting  
skid in contact with the ground.  
S Always push the unit slowly over the  
ground. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks,  
holes in the terrain, large roots, etc.  
S Always use the handlebarwhen using edg-  
er attachment.  
WARNING: Trimmer line throws ob-  
jects violently. You and others can be blinded/in-  
jured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body  
parts clear of rotating line.  
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jects or seriously cut you if accidentally  
touched. Stop the blade by contacting the  
right hand side of the coasting blade with ma-  
terial already cut.  
BLOWER/VACUUM SAFETY  
WARNING: Inspect area before  
starting unit. Remove all debris and hard ob-  
jects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can  
ricochet, be thrown,or otherwisecause injury  
or damage during operation.  
S Do not set unit on any surface except a  
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 throughdischarge opening,  
damagingunit, property, or causing serious  
injury to bystanders or operator.  
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S Never place objects inside the blower  
tubes, vacuum tubes or blower outlet. Al-  
ways direct the blowing debris away from  
people, animals, glass, and solid objects  
such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The  
forceofair can causerocks, dirt, or sticks to  
be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt  
people or animals, break glass, or cause  
other damage.  
S Never run unit without the proper equip-  
ment attached. When using your unit as a  
blower, always install blower tubes.  
S Check air intake opening, blower tubes or  
vacuum tubes frequently, always with en-  
gine stopped and spark plug disconnected.  
Keep vents and discharge tubes free of de-  
bris which can accumulate and restrict  
proper air flow.  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks,  
broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be  
thrown or become entangled in the blade or  
trimmer line.  
S Throw away and replace blades that are  
bent, warped,cracked, broken or damaged  
in any other way.  
S Install requiredshield properly beforeusing  
the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal  
blade use.  
WARNING: Only use brushcutter at-  
tachments that provide a metal shield with  
proboscis nose.  
S Never place any object in air intakeopening  
as this could restrict proper air flow and  
cause damage to the unit.  
S Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-  
ers, orother substances which may contain  
toxic materials.  
Proboscis  
nose  
S To avoid spreadingfire, do not use near leaf  
or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,  
ashtrays, etc.  
BRUSHCUTTER SAFETY  
S
Use only specified bladeand makesure it is  
properly installed and securely fastened.  
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on  
the right side of the shield will throw debris  
away from the operator.  
S Always use the handlebar and a properly  
adjustedshoulderstrapwithblade (seeAS-  
SEMBLY instructions in brushcutterattach-  
ment instruction manual).  
DANGER: Blade can thrust violently  
away from material it does not cut. Blade  
thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs.  
CULTIVATOR SAFETY  
WARNING: Rotating tines can cause  
serious injury. Keep away from rotating tines.  
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug  
before unclogging tines or making repairs.  
WARNING: Do not use trimmer head  
as a fastening device for the blade.  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
cultivated beforestarting theunit. Removeall  
debris and hard and sharp objects such as  
rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc.  
WARNING: The blade continues to  
spin after the throttle is released or engine is  
turned off. The coasting blade can throw ob-  
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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 operatethe cultivator without thetine  
cover in place and properly secured.  
S Keep the tines and guard clear of debris.  
S After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,  
disconnect the spark plug and inspect the cul-  
tivator for damage. Repair before restarting.  
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.  
WARNING: Never lean over dis-  
charge chute. Rocks or debris could be  
throwninto the eyes and face and cause seri-  
ous injury or blindness.  
WARNING: Inspect the area where  
the unit is to be used. Remove objects that  
could be thrown or damage the unit. Some  
objects may be hidden by fallen snow -- be  
alert for the possibility.  
S Direct material discharge away from glass  
enclosures, automobiles, etc.  
S Do not run engine at high speed while not  
removing snow.  
S Be attentive when using the snowthrower,  
and stay alert for holes in the terrain and  
other hidden hazards.  
S Make sure the rotor will spin freely before  
attaching the snowthrower to the power-  
head.  
S If the rotor will not rotatefreely due tofrozen  
ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before  
attempting to operate under power.  
S Keep the rotor clear of debris.  
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY  
DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP  
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE -- Blade  
moves momentarily after the trigger is re-  
leased. Do not attempt to clear away cut ma-  
terial when the blade is in motion. Make sure  
the switch is in the OFF position, the spark  
plug wire is disconnected, and the blade has  
stopped moving before removing jammed  
materialfromthecutting blade. Donot grabor  
hold the unit by the cutting blade.  
Blades move  
momentarily  
after the  
Allow blades to stop  
before removing  
them from the cut.  
is  
d.  
S Do not throw snow near other people. The  
snow thrower could propel small objects at  
high speed causing injury.  
S After striking a foreign object, stop the en-  
gine, disconnect spark plug and inspect the  
snowthrower for damage and repair if nec-  
essary before restarting unit.  
S Never operate the snowthrower near glass  
enclosures, automobiles and trucks.  
S Never attempt to use the snowthrower on a  
roof.  
S Never operate the snowthrower near win-  
dow wells, dropoffs, etc.  
S Never discharge snow onto public roads or  
near moving traffic.  
S Clear snow from slopes by going up and  
down; never across. Use caution when  
changing directions. Never clear snow  
from steep slopes.  
WARNING: Inspect the area before  
starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard  
objects 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 bladeand air vents clear of  
debris.  
SNOW THROWER SAFETY  
WARNING: Keep hands and feet  
away from the rotor when starting or running  
the engine. Never attempt to clear the rotor  
with the engine/motor running. Stop engine  
and disconnect spark plug before unclogging  
snow or debris from discharge chute or when  
adjusting vanes.  
S Let snowthrowerrun for a few minutes after  
clearing snow so moving parts do not  
freeze.  
S Look behind and use care when backing  
up. Exercise cautionto avoidslipping orfal-  
ling, especially when operating in reverse.  
S Know how to stop quickly.  
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ASSEMBLY  
SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY  
WARNING: If received assembled,  
repeatall steps to ensure your unit is properly  
assembled and all fasteners are secure.  
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap  
adjustments must be made with the engine  
completely stopped before using unit.  
1. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit  
and balance before starting the engineor  
beginning a cutting operation.  
2. Insert your right arm and head through  
the shoulder strap and allow it to rest on  
your left shoulder. Make sure the danger  
sign is centered on your back and the  
hook is to the right side of your waist.  
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-  
aged parts.  
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts  
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.  
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the  
empty fuel tank.  
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal  
due to carburetor adjustments and testing  
done by the manufacturer.  
NOTE: A one-half twist is built in the shoul-  
der strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the  
shoulder.  
TOOLS REQUIRED  
S Hex wrench (provided)  
3. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be  
about 3 -- 6 inches (8 -- 15 cm) below the  
waist.  
4. Fasten the strap hook to the clamp lo-  
cated betweenthe throttlehandle andthe  
assist handle and lift the tool to the oper-  
ating position.  
NOTE: It may be necessary to relocate the  
shoulder strap clamp on the shaft for proper  
balancing of unit.  
TO RELOCATE SHOULDER STRAP  
CLAMP:  
1. Loosen and remove both clamp screws.  
2. Place the upper shoulder strap clamp  
over the upper shaft.  
INSTALLING PRUNER ATTACH-  
MENT  
CAUTION: When removing or installing at-  
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for  
stability.  
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob  
counterclockwise.  
Coupr  
LOOSEN  
Shipping  
protector  
3. Position the lower shoulder strap clamp  
under the upper shaft and align the upper  
and lower clamp screw holes.  
Knob  
TIGHTEN  
houlder  
amp  
2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.  
3. Remove the shaft cap from the prunerat-  
tachment (if present).  
4. Position locking/release button of attach-  
ment into guide recess of coupler.  
5. Push the attachmentintothe coupleruntil  
the locking/release button snaps into the  
primary hole.  
6. Beforeusing theunit, tightenthe knobse-  
curely by turning clockwise.  
POWERHEAD  
END  
ATTACHMENT  
Lower Shoulder  
END  
Strap Clamp  
Screws  
Coupler  
Primary Hole  
Guide Recess  
4. Insert two screws into the screw holes.  
5. Secure shoulder strap clamp by tighten-  
ing screws with a hex wrench.  
ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE  
Locking/  
Release  
Button  
Upper  
Shaft  
Lower  
Attachment  
WARNING: When adjusting the as-  
sist handle, be sure it remains between the  
coupler and the  
lower arrow (closest to  
coupler) on the safety label to ensure proper  
balancing of unit. When adjusting the assist  
handle or handlebar during use of optional at-  
tachments, it must be repositioned between  
WARNING: Make sure the locking/  
release button is locked in the primary hole  
and the knob is securely tightened before op-  
eratingthe unit. All attachments aredesigned  
to be used in the primary hole.  
For optional attachments, see the AS-  
SEMBLY section of the applicable attach-  
ment instruction manual.  
the throttle trigger and the  
upper arrow  
(closest to engine) on the safety label.  
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.  
2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an up-  
right position; retighten wing nut.  
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OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR PRUNER  
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.  
Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls  
and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.  
Assist Handle  
Shoulder Strap Clamp  
Fuel mix  
fill cap  
Starter Handle  
Attachment Hanger  
Primer  
Bulb  
Bar oil fill cap  
Chain  
ottle Trigger  
Choke  
Lever  
Bar  
Bar nut  
Muffler  
moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE  
position. After the engine attempts to start, move  
the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.  
Once engine has started, move the choke lever  
to the OFF CHOKE position.  
ON/OFF SWITCH  
The ON/OFF switch is located on the trigger  
handle and is used to stop the engine. Move the  
switch to the OFF position to stop the engine.  
PRIMER BULB  
COUPLER  
The COUPLER enables optional attach-  
ments to be installed on the unit.  
ThePRIMER BULBremoves air from thecar-  
buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.  
This allows you to start the engine with fewer  
pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer  
bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to  
its original form.  
CHAIN TENSION  
It is normal for a new chain to stretch during  
first 15 minutes of operation. You should  
check your chain tension frequently. See  
CHAIN TENSION in the SERVICE AND AD-  
JUSTMENTS section.  
CHOKE  
The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine  
to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by  
Poulan/Weed Eater brand synthetic oil is  
recommended. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio  
of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2  
ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of  
unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive  
oil or marine oil. These oils will cause engine  
damage. When mixing fuel, follow instructions  
printed on container. Once oil is added to  
gasoline, shake container momentarily to  
assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always  
read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel  
before fueling your unit.  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel  
information in the safety rules before you be-  
gin. If you do not understandthe safety rules,  
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call  
1-800-554-6723.  
FUELING ENGINE  
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly  
when refueling.  
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION  
The bar and chain require lubrication. The chain  
oiler provides continuous lubrication to the chain  
and guide bar. Be sure to fill the bar oil tank  
when you fill the fuel tank (Capacity = 4.6 fl. oz.).  
Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain.  
Too little oil will cause overheating shown by  
smoke coming from the chain and/or discolor-  
ation of the bar. The oil output is automatically  
metered during operation. Always fill the bar oil  
tank when you fill the fuel tank.  
HELPFUL TIP  
To obtain the correct oil mix  
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of  
2--cycle synthetic oil into  
one gallon of fresh gas.  
This engine is certified to operate on  
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,  
gasoline must be mixed with a good quality  
synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil  
designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.  
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Genuine PoulanR or Poulan PROR bar and  
chain oil is recommended to protect your unit  
against excessive wear from heat and fric-  
tion. PoulanR or Poulan PROR oil resists  
high temperaturethinning. If PoulanR orPou-  
lan PROR bar and chain oil is not available,  
use a good grade SAE 30 oil.  
S Never use waste oil for bar and chain  
lubrication.  
S Always stop the engine before removing  
the oil cap.  
Starter Handle  
Choke  
Lever  
Primer Bulb  
Muffler  
IMPORTANT  
Experience indicates that alcohol blended  
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or  
methanol)can attractmoisture which leads to  
separationand formationof acids during stor-  
age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system  
of an enginewhile in storage. To avoidengine  
problems, empty the fuel system before stor-  
age for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,  
start the engineand let it rununtil the fuel lines  
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next  
season. Never use engine or carburetor  
cleanerproductsin the fuel tank orpermanent  
damage may occur.  
1. Set unit on a flat surface.  
2. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.  
3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.  
4. Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE by  
aligning lever with position shown on de-  
cal (see illustration below).  
Choke  
position  
decal  
See the STORAGE section for additional in-  
formation.  
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT  
S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF  
switch to the OFF position.  
S If engine does not stop, move choke lever  
to the FULL CHOKE position.  
5. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold  
through all remaining steps.  
6. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-  
gine sounds as if it is trying to start, butdo  
not pull rope more than 6 times.  
7. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying  
to start, move choke lever to HALF  
CHOKE by aligning lever with position  
shown on decal (see illustration below).  
ON/OFF Switch  
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT  
Choke  
position  
decal  
WARNING: Make sure the chain will  
not make contact with any object while start-  
ing theengine. Never try to start the unitwhen  
the guide bar is in a cut. Avoid any contact  
with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause seri-  
ous burns.  
8. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 6 pulls. If the engine  
doesn’t start after 6 pulls (at the HALF  
CHOKE position), move the choke lever to  
the FULL CHOKE position and press the  
primer bulb 6 times. Squeeze and hold the  
throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2  
more times. Move the choke lever to the  
HALF CHOKE position and pull the starter  
rope until the engine runs, but no more than  
6 pulls. If the engine doesn’t start, repeat  
procedure 2 additional times.  
HELPFUL TIP  
If your engine still does not  
start after following these  
instructions, please call  
1--800--554--6723.  
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a  
warm engine after running out of  
fuel)  
NOTE: If engine still doesn’t start, it is  
probably flooded. Proceed to STARTING A  
FLOODED ENGINE.  
9. Oncetheenginestarts, allowit torun 10se-  
conds, then move the choke lever to OFF  
CHOKE by aligning lever with position  
shown on decal (see illustration below). Al-  
low the unit to run for 30 more seconds at  
OFF CHOKE before releasing the throttle  
trigger.  
Starting Position  
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1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob  
counterclockwise.  
NOTE: If engine dies with the choke lever  
in the OFF CHOKE position, move the  
choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position  
and pull the rope until engine runs, but no  
more than 6 pulls.  
Upper Shaft  
Coupler  
LOOSEN  
Lower  
Attachment  
Choke  
position  
decal  
TIGHTEN  
Knob  
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.  
Locking/Release  
Button  
STARTING A WARM ENGINE  
1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.  
2. Move the choke lever to the HALF  
CHOKE position.  
3. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger.  
Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until  
the engine runs smoothly.  
4. Pull starterropesharply until engineruns,  
but no more than 5 pulls.  
Coupler  
Lower Attachment  
Upper Shaft  
3. While securely holding the engine and  
upper shaft, pull the attachment straight  
out of the coupler.  
5. Allow engine to run 15 seconds, then  
movethe chokelever totheOFFCHOKE  
position.  
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter  
rope5more pulls. If enginestill doesnot run,it  
is probably flooded.  
INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH-  
MENTS  
1. Remove the shaft cap from the attach-  
ment (if present).  
2. Position locking/release button of attach-  
ment into guide recess of coupler.  
3. Push the attachmentintothe coupleruntil  
the locking/release button snaps into the  
primary hole.  
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE  
Flooded engines can be started by placing  
the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position;  
then, pull the rope to clear the engine of ex-  
cess fuel. This couldrequirepulling thestarter  
handle many times depending on how badly  
the unit is flooded.  
4. Beforeusing theunit, tightenthe knobse-  
curely by turning clockwise.  
Primary Hole  
Coupler  
Guide Recess  
If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to  
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call  
1-800-554-6723.  
OPERATING THE COUPLER  
This model is equipped with a coupler which  
enables optional attachments to be installed.  
The optional attachments are:  
Locking/ Attachment  
Release  
Button  
Upper  
Shaft  
MODEL:  
Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP1000E  
Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP2000T  
Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP3000B  
Brushcutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP4000C  
WARNING: Make sure the locking/  
release button is locked in the primary hole  
and the knob is securely tightened before op-  
erating the unit.  
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT  
WARNING: Always stopunit anddis-  
connect spark plug beforeremoving or instal-  
ling attachments.  
HANGER  
An attachment hanger is provided for storage  
when attachment is not in use.  
To install hanger on attachment:  
1. Remove the shaft cap from the attach-  
ment (if present) and discard.  
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.  
3. Push hanger onto the attachment until the  
locking/release button snaps into the hole.  
REMOVING PRUNER ATTACHMENT  
(OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACH-  
MENTS)  
CAUTION: When removing or installing at-  
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for  
stability.  
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S Watch out for branches immediately behind  
the branch being pruned. If the chain hits the  
rear branch, damage to the unit may occur.  
S Be alert for springback. Watch out for  
branches that are bent or under pressure.  
Avoid being struck by the branch or the  
pruner when the tension in the wood fibers  
is released.  
S Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear  
branches out of the way to avoid tripping  
over them.  
S Long branches should be removed in  
several pieces.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
It is recommended that the engine not be  
operated for longer than 1 minute at full  
throttle.  
OPERATING POSITION  
ALWAYS WEAR:  
Head  
Protection  
Eye  
Protection  
PRUNING TECHNIQUE  
When ready to cut, accelerate to full throttle  
and apply a light cutting pressure. DO NOT  
use back and forth sawing action.  
Long Pants  
Heavy Shoes  
DANGER: Do not extend arms above  
shoulders while pruning. Do not stand be-  
neath branch being cut.  
Second cut  
Third cut  
WARNING: Always wear head, eye,  
hearing, foot and body protection to reduce  
the risk of injury when operating this unit.  
When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto  
clamp, stand as shown and check for the fol-  
lowing:  
Collar  
First cut  
S Extend your left arm and hold assist handle  
with your left hand.  
Pruning technique  
S Hold throttle grip with your right hand with  
finger on throttle trigger.  
S Keep engine end below waist level.  
S Keep shoulder strap pad centered on your  
left shoulder and danger sign centered on  
your back.  
S Maintain full weight of tool on your left  
shoulder.  
Always release the throttle trigger and allow the  
engine to return to idle speed when not pruning.  
To stop engine:  
1. Make the first cut 6 inches (15 cm) from  
the tree trunk on the bottom of the limb.  
Use top of guide bar to make this cut. Cut  
1/3 through the diameter of the limb.  
NOTE: When making the second and third  
cuts, rest the foot of the pruner against the  
tree limb that is being cut to prevent whipping  
of the branch.  
S Release the throttle trigger.  
S Move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF posi-  
tion.  
PRUNING  
WARNING: Be alert for and guard  
against kickback. Do not allow the moving  
chain to contact any other branches or ob-  
jects at the nose of the guide bar when prun-  
ing. Allowing such contact can result in seri-  
ous injury.  
IMPORTANT POINTS  
S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly  
gripped on the pruner. Maintain secure  
footing and balance.  
Foot  
S Plan cut carefully. Check direction branch  
will fall.  
S Watch out for springpoles. Springpoles are  
small size limbs which can catch the chain  
and whip toward you or pull you off balance.  
Use extreme caution when cutting small size  
limbs or slender material.  
2. Next, move 2 -- 4 inches (5 -- 10 cm) far-  
ther out on the limb and make a second  
cut all the way through the limb.  
3. Then,makea final cut leavinga 1 -- 2inch  
(2.5 -- 5 cm) collar from the trunk of the  
tree to avoid damage to the tree.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Chain Adjustment T
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance except  
for carburetor adjustments.  
ide  
Bar  
HELPFUL TIP  
IMPORTANT: Have all  
2. Loosenbar clamp nutuntil it is finger tight  
against the bar clamp.  
repairs other than the rec-  
ommended maintenance  
described in the instruction  
manual performed by an  
authorized service dealer.  
If any dealer other than an authorized  
service dealer performs work on the  
product, Electrolux Home Products,  
Inc., may not pay for repairs under war-  
ranty. Itis yourresponsibility tomaintain  
and perform general maintenance.  
Adjusting Screw  
Bar clamp nut  
3. Turn adjusting screw clockwise until  
chain solidly contacts bottomof guidebar  
rail. Then, turn adjusting screw an addi-  
tional 1/4 turn.  
CHECK FOR LOOSE  
FASTENERS AND PARTS  
S Spark Plug Boot  
Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn  
S Air Filter  
S Housing Screws  
4. Using bar tool, roll chain around guide bar  
to ensure all links are in bar groove.  
S Assist Handle Screw  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR  
WORN PARTS  
5. Lift up tip of guide bar to check for sag.  
Release tip of guide bar, then turn adjust-  
ingscrew 1/4turnclockwise. Repeatuntil  
sag does not exist.  
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-  
placement of damaged or worn parts.  
S 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.  
6. While lifting tip of guide bar, tighten bar  
clamp nut securely with the bar tool.  
S Fuel tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel  
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.  
S Oil tank -- Discontinue use of unit if oil tank  
shows signs of damage or leaks.  
INSPECTAND CLEANUNIT AND LA-  
BELS  
S After each use, inspect complete unit for  
loose or damagedparts. Clean theunit and  
labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter-  
gent.  
7. Use the screwdriver end of the bar tool to  
move chain around guide bar.  
8. If chain does not rotate, it is too tight.  
Slightly loosen bar clamp nut and loosen  
chain by turning the adjusting screw 1/4  
turn counterclockwise. Retighten bar  
clamp nut.  
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.  
CHECK CHAIN TENSION  
9. If chain is too loose, it will sag below the  
guide bar and needs to be tightened fol-  
lowing above procedure.  
WARNING: Wear protective gloves  
when handling chain. The chain is sharp and  
can cut you even whenit is not moving. Make  
chain adjustments with lower end supported.  
Chain tension is very important. Chains  
stretchduringuse. This is especially truedur-  
ing thefirst few times youuse yourpruner. Al-  
ways check chain tension each time you use  
and refuel your unit.  
1. Use the screwdriver end of the chain ad-  
justment tool (bar tool) to move chain  
around guide bar to ensure kinks do not  
exist. The chain should rotate freely.  
WARNING: DO NOT operate the  
pruner if the chain is loose. If the pruner is oper-  
ated with a loose chain, the chain could jump off  
the guide bar and result in serious injury.  
CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS  
A sharpchain makes woodchips. A dull chain  
makes a sawdust powder and cuts slowly.  
See CHAIN SHARPENING in the SERVICE  
AND ADJUSTMENTS section.  
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S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal  
process of rail wear. Remove these burrs  
with a flat file.  
S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to  
restore square edges and sides.  
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 falling into the carburetor  
chamber when the cover is removed.  
2. Remove parts by pressing button to re-  
lease 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.  
File Rail Edges  
and Sides  
Square  
Worn Groove  
Correct Groove  
Replace guide bar when the groove is worn,  
the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when  
excess heatingorburringoftherails occurs. If  
replacement is necessary, use only the guide  
bar specified for your pruner in the repair  
parts list.  
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.  
4. Allow filter to dry.  
5. Replace parts.  
LUBRICATION  
Bar Oil  
Air Filter  
Button  
Fill Cap  
Air Filter  
Cover  
S See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL under  
the OPERATION section.  
MUFFLER AND SPARK ARREST-  
ING SCREEN  
BAR MAINTENANCE  
If your pruner cuts to one side, has to be  
forcedthroughthe cut, or beenrunwith anim-  
proper amount of bar lubrication it may be  
necessary to service your bar. Aworn barwill  
damage your chain and make cutting difficult.  
After each use, ensure ON/OFF switch is in  
theOFF position, then clean all sawdust from  
the guide bar and sprocket hole.  
WARNING: The muffler on this prod-  
uct contains chemicals known to the State of  
California to cause cancer.  
As your unit is used, carbon deposits build up  
on the muffler and spark arresting screen.  
For normal homeowner use, however, the  
muffler and spark arresting screen will not re-  
quire any service. After 50 hours of use, we  
recommend that your muffler be serviced or  
replaced by your authorized service dealer.  
To maintain guide bar:  
S Move ON/OFF switch to the OFF position  
and disconnect spark plug.  
S Loosen and remove bar clamp nut and  
chain brake. Remove bar and chain from  
pruner.  
S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after  
each 5 hours of operation.  
REPLACE SPARK PLUG  
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure  
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set  
spark plug gap at 0.025 inch (0.6 mm). Igni-  
tion timing is fixed and nonadjustable.  
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.  
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and  
discard.  
Remove Sawdust From  
Guide Bar Groove  
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark  
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch  
(19 mm) socket wrench.  
Oil Holes  
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
CHAIN REPLACEMENT  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance, service, or  
adjustments except for carburetor adjustments.  
WARNING: Wear protective gloves  
when handling chain. The chain is sharp and  
can cut you even when it is not moving.  
It is normal for a new chain to stretch during the  
first 15 minutes of operation. You should re-  
check your chain tension frequently and adjust  
the chain tension as required. See CHAIN TEN-  
SION section.  
CHAIN SHARPENING  
Chain sharpening is a complicated task that  
requires special tools. We recommendedyou  
referchain sharpeningtoa professional chain  
sharpener.  
Replace the old chain when it becomes worn or  
damaged. Use only the Low-Kickback replace-  
ment chain specified in the repair parts list.  
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TO REPLACE CHAIN:  
1. MoveON/OFFswitch tothe OFFposition  
and disconnect spark plug.  
2. Remove bar clamp nut.  
3. Remove bar clamp.  
4. Turn adjusting screw by hand counter-  
clockwise until adjusting pin just touches  
the stop.  
Lower  
Hole  
Adjusting Pin  
5. Slide guide bar behind sprocket until  
guide bar stops against sprocket.  
6. Remove the old chain.  
Guide Bar  
7. Carefully remove new chain from pack-  
age. Hold chain with the drive links as  
shown.  
13. Install bar clamp nut and finger tighten  
only. Do not tighten any further at this  
point. Proceed to the CHAIN ADJUST-  
MENT section.  
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT  
See CHECK CHAIN TENSION in MAINTE-  
NANCE section.  
Cutter  
Tip of  
Bar  
Drivelink  
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT  
WARNING: Keep others away when  
making idle speed adjustments. The chain  
will be moving during most of this procedure.  
Wear your protective equipment andobserve  
all safety precautions. After making adjust-  
ments, the chain must not moveat idle speed.  
The carburetor has been carefully set at the  
factory. Adjustment to the idle speed may be  
necessary if you notice any of the following  
conditions:  
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN  
DIRECTION OF ROTATION  
Depth Gauge  
Cutters  
S Engine will not idle when the throttle is re-  
leased.  
S The chain moves at idle.  
Drive Links  
Make adjustments with the unit supported so  
the pruner is off the ground and the chain will  
not make contact with any object. Hold the  
unit by handwhile runningand makingadjust-  
ments. Keep all parts of your body away from  
the chain and muffler.  
8. Place chain over sprocket, fitting the  
drive links in the sprocket.  
Idle Speed Screw  
9. Fit bottom ofdrive links betweentheteeth  
in the sprocket in the nose of the guide  
bar.  
10. Fit chain drive links into bar groove.  
11. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug  
in guide bar groove. Ensureall drivelinks  
are in the bar groove.  
12. Now, install bar clamp making sure the  
adjusting pin is positioned in the lower  
hole in the guide bar.  
IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT  
Allow enginetoidle. Adjustidle speed until en-  
gine runs without chain moving (idle too fast)  
or stalling (idle speed too slow).  
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to in-  
creaseenginespeedif enginestalls ordies.  
S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to  
decrease engine speed if chain moves at idle.  
WARNING: Recheck the idle speed  
after each adjustment. The chain must not  
move at idle speed to avoid serious injury to  
the operator or others.  
If you require further assistance or are unsure  
about performing this procedure, contact your  
authorized  
service  
dealer  
or  
call  
1--800--554--6723.  
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STORAGE  
HELPFUL TIP  
WARNING: Perform the following  
During storageof your gas/  
oil mixture, the oil will sepa-  
rate from the gas.  
steps after each use:  
S Allow engine to cool beforestoring or trans-  
porting.  
We recommend that you  
shake the gas can weekly  
to insure proper blending of  
the gas and oil.  
S Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area  
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or  
open flames from water heaters, electric  
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.  
S Store unit with all guards in place. Position  
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-  
dentally cause injury.  
ENGINE  
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoonof  
40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through  
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the  
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.  
S Replace spark plug with new one of recom-  
mended type and heat range.  
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of  
children.  
SEASONAL STORAGE  
Prepareunit for storage at end of season or if  
it will not be used for 30 days or more.  
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:  
S Clean the entire unit before lengthy  
storage.  
S Clean air filter.  
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,  
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,  
or worn parts.  
S At the beginning of the next season, use  
only fresh fuel having thepropergasolineto  
oil ratio.  
S Store in a clean dry area.  
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.  
FUEL SYSTEM  
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-  
TION section of this manual,see messagela-  
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-  
sohol in your engine.  
OTHER  
S Do not store gasoline from one season to  
another.  
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts torust.  
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in  
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits  
during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline  
in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Fol-  
low the mix instructions found on stabilizer  
container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after  
adding stabilizer.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unitand disconnectspark plugbeforeperformingall ofthe  
recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.  
TROUBLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Engine will not  
start.  
1. Move ON/OFF switch to ON.  
1. ON/OFF switch in  
OFF position.  
2. Engine flooded.  
2. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in  
Operation Section.  
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.  
4. Install new spark plug.  
3. Fuel tank empty.  
4. Spark plug not firing.  
5. Fuel not reaching  
carburetor.  
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
6. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
6. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
Engine will  
not idle  
properly.  
1. Idle speed set too high  
or too low.  
2. Crankshaft seals worn.  
3. Compression low.  
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Air filter dirty.  
1. Clean or replace air filter.  
2. Clean or replace plug  
and regap.  
Engine will not  
accelerate,  
lacks power,  
or dies under  
a load.  
2. Spark plug fouled.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
5. Compression low.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine  
1. Choke partially on.  
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
1. Adjust choke.  
2. Empty fuel tank and refill with  
correct fuel mixture.  
smokes  
excessively.  
3. Air filter dirty.  
4. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
3. Clean or replace air filter.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation  
section.  
2. Replace with correct spark plug.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine runs  
hot.  
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
2. Spark plug incorrect.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Chain moves at  
idle speed.  
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Idle speed requires  
adjustment.  
2. Clutch requires repair.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE  
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM  
STATE TO STATE.  
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR  
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,  
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS  
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-  
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.  
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-  
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-  
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR  
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-  
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE  
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT  
APPLY TO YOU.  
The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-  
UCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its  
products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME  
PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to  
change, modify, or discontinue models, de-  
signs, specifications, and accessories of all  
products at any time without notice or obliga-  
tion to any purchaser.  
warrants to the original purchaser that each  
new Poulan PROr brand gasoline tool or at-  
tachment is free from defects in material and  
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace  
under this warranty any defective gasoline  
product or attachment as follows from the  
original date of purchase.  
2 YEARS -- Parts and Labor, when used for  
household purposes.  
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for  
commercial, professional, or income produc-  
ing purposes.  
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental  
purposes.  
This warrantyis not transferableand doesnot  
cover damage or liability caused by improper  
handling, improper maintenance, or the use  
of accessories and/or attachments not spe-  
cifically recommended by ELECTROLUX  
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., for this tool. Addi-  
tionally, this warranty does not cover tune-  
ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting line, or rotat-  
ing head parts that will wear and require  
replacement with reasonable use during the  
warranty period. This warranty does not cov-  
er predelivery setup or normal adjustments  
explained in the instruction manual.  
U.S. EPA/CALIFORNIA/ENVIRONMENT CANADA  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-  
TIONS: The U.S. Environmental Protection  
Agency, California Air Resources Board, Envi-  
ronment Canada and ELECTROLUX HOME  
PRODUCTS, INC., are pleased to explain the  
emissions control system warranty on your year  
2002--2004 small off--road engine. In California,  
all small off--road engines must be designed,  
built, and equipped to meet the State’s stringent  
anti--smog standards. ELECTROLUX HOME  
PRODUCTS, INC., must warrant the emission  
control system on your small off--road engine for  
the periods of time listed below provided there  
has been no abuse, neglect, or improper main-  
tenance of your small off--road engine. Your  
emission control system includes parts such as  
the carburetor and the ignition system. Where a  
warrantable condition exists, ELECTROLUX  
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., will repair your small  
off--road engine engine at no cost to you. Ex-  
penses covered under warranty include diagno-  
sis, parts and labor. MANUFACTURER’S  
WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any emissions  
related part on your engine (as listed under  
Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is defec-  
tive or a defect in the materials or workmanship  
of the engine causes the failure of such an emis-  
sion related part, the part will be repaired or re-  
placed by ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-  
UCTS, INC. OWNER’S WARRANTY  
RESPONSIBILITIES: As the small off--road en-  
gine engine owner, you are responsible for the  
performance of the required maintenance listed  
in your instruction manual. ELECTROLUX  
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., recommends that  
you retain all receipts covering maintenance on  
your small off--road engine, but ELECTROLUX  
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., cannot deny war-  
ranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your  
failure to ensure the performance of all sched-  
uled maintenance. As the small off--road en-  
gine engine owner, you should be aware that  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,  
may deny you warranty coverage if your small  
off--road engine engine or a part of it has failed  
due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance,  
unapproved modifications, or the use of parts  
not made or approved by the original equipment  
manufacturer. You are responsible for present-  
ing your small off--road engineto anELECTRO-  
LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., authorized re-  
pair center as soon as a problem exists.  
Warranty repairs should be completed in a rea-  
sonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.  
If you have any questions regarding your war-  
ranty rights andresponsibilities, you shouldcon-  
tact your nearest authorized service center or  
call ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,  
at 1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY COM-  
MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period be-  
gins on the date the small off--road engine is  
purchased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This  
warranty shall be for a period of two years from  
the initial date of purchase. WHAT IS COV-  
ERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF  
PARTS. Repair or replacement of any war-  
ranted part will be performed at no charge to the  
owner at an approved ELECTROLUX HOME  
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PRODUCTS, INC., servicing center. If you  
have any questions regarding your warranty  
rights and responsibilities, you should contact  
your nearest authorized service center or call  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., at  
1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY PERIOD: Any  
warranted part which is not scheduled for re-  
placement as required maintenance, or which is  
scheduled only for regular inspection to the ef-  
fect of “repair or replace as necessary” shall be  
warranted for 2 years. Any warranted part which  
is scheduled for replacement as required main-  
tenance shall be warranted for the period of time  
up to the first scheduled replacement point for  
that part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be  
charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the  
determination that a warranted part is defective  
if the diagnostic work is performed at an ap-  
proved ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS,  
INC., servicing center. CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES: ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-  
UCTS, INC., 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, or improper maintenance are not cov-  
ered. ADD-ON OR MODIFIED PARTS: The  
use of add--on or modified parts can be grounds  
for disallowing a warranty claim. ELECTRO-  
LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., is not liable to  
cover failures of warranted parts caused by the  
use of add--on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE  
A CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding  
your warranty rights and responsibilities, you  
should contact your nearest authorized service  
center or call ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-  
UCTS, INC., at 1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO  
GET WARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty ser-  
vices or repairs shall be provided at all ELEC-  
TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., service  
centers. Call: 1--800--554--6723. MAINTE-  
NANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF  
EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any ELEC-  
TROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., approved  
replacement part used in the performance of  
any warranty maintenance or repair on emis-  
sion related parts will be provided without  
charge to the owner if the part is under warranty.  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS  
LIST: Carburetor, Ignition System: Spark Plug  
(covered up to maintenance schedule), Ignition  
Module, Muffler including catalyst. MAINTE-  
NANCE STATEMENT: The owner is responsi-  
ble for the performance of all required mainte-  
nance as defined in the instruction manual.  
The information on the product label indicates to which standard your engine is certified.  
Example: (Year) EPA Phase I or Phase II and/or CALIFORNIA.  
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:  
Moderate (50 hours)  
Intermediate (125 hours)  
Extended (300 hours)  
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