Poulan Trimmer 545186843 User Manual

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Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
PP333  
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.  
Poulan PRO  
1030 Stevens Creek Road  
Augusta, GA 30907  
Poulan PRO  
850 Matheson Blvd. West  
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4  
545186843 Rev. 6 3/6/09 BRW  
 
IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS  
Hazard zone for thrown objects.  
S Blade/trimmer line throws objects violently.  
S You and others can be blinded/injured.  
S Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet  
(15 meters) away.  
Assist handle to be positioned only below the arrow.  
Never allow children to operate this unit.  
Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of the reach of  
children. Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors can-  
not reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric  
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.  
When servicing unit, use only identical replacement  
parts.  
Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before clean-  
ing or servicing.  
WARNING: Fire hazard. Never mix, pour, or store gasoline or  
use the unit near a flame or sparks (including smoking, open flames, or  
work that can cause sparks).  
Use unleaded gasoline and two--stroke oil mixed at a ratio of 40:1  
(2.5%).  
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OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS  
These attachments used in combination with the specified powerhead have been evaluated  
to ANSI B175.3--2003, “Grass Trimmers and Brushcutters -- Safety Requirements”. These  
combinations have been evaluated by Underwriter’s Laboratories Inc. (UL) and are conse-  
quently UL listed:  
Cutting attachment / guard,  
part. no.  
Powerhead model Attachments  
Type  
Trimmer head  
WE fixed line 545053902 / 530071919  
Grass blade/grass cutter 4-point blade, 530055892 / 530071383  
PP333  
8(20 cm)  
diameter  
Brushcutter attachment PP4000C  
952711610  
These attachments used in combination with the specified powerhead have been evaluated  
to applicable ISO-- and EN safety requirement standards by the Swedish Machinery Testing  
Institute.  
Attachments  
Type  
Part. no.  
Edger attachment  
Cultivator attachment  
Blower attachment  
Pruner attachment  
Pruner attachment  
PP1000E  
PP2000T  
PP3000B  
PP5000P  
PP5500P  
952711607  
952711608  
952711609  
952711612  
952711672  
SAFETY RULES  
WARNING: When using gardening  
appliances, basic safety precautions must al-  
ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and  
serious injury.  
DANGER: This power tool can be dan-  
gerous! This unit can cause serious injury in-  
cluding amputation or blindness to the operator  
and others. The warnings and safety instruc-  
tions in this manual must be followed to provide  
reasonable safety and efficiency in using the  
unit. The operator is responsible for following the  
warnings and instructions in this manual and on  
the unit. Read the entire instruction manual be-  
fore assembling and using the unit! Restrict the  
use of this unit to persons who read, under-  
stand, and follow the warnings and instructions  
in this manual and on the unit. Never allow chil-  
dren to operate this unit.  
If situations occur which are not covered in this  
manual, use care and good judgment. If you  
need assistance, contact contact an authorized  
service dealer or call 1--800--554--6723.  
OPERATOR SAFETY  
S Dress properly. Always wear safety  
glasses or similar eye protection when op-  
erating, or performing maintenance on your  
unit (safety glasses are available). Eye  
protection should be marked Z87.  
S Always wear face or dust mask if operation  
is dusty.  
S Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,  
boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards  
is recommended.  
S Always wear foot protection. Do not go  
barefoot or wear sandals.  
INSTRUCTION  
MANUAL  
SAFETY INFORMATION  
ON THE UNIT  
S Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure  
or remove loose clothing and jewelry or cloth-  
ing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels,  
etc. They can be caught in moving parts.  
S Being fully covered also helps protect you  
from debris and pieces of toxic plants  
thrown by spinning line/blade.  
WARNING: Do not use trimmer head  
as a fastening device for the blade.  
S Stay Alert. Do not operate unit when you are  
tired, ill, upset or under influence of alcohol,  
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drugs, or medication. Watch what you are  
doing; use common sense.  
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors  
cannot reach sparks or open flames from  
water heaters, electric motors or switches,  
furnaces, etc.  
S Wear hearing protection.  
S Never start or run the engine inside a  
closed room or building. Breathing exhaust  
fumes can kill.  
S Always store gasoline in a container ap-  
proved for flammable liquids.  
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.  
S Always use the handlebar and a properly  
adjusted shoulder strap with a blade (see  
ASSEMBLY).  
CUTTING SAFETY  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks,  
broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which  
can be thrown or become entangled in the  
blade or trimmer head.  
S Keep others including children, animals, by-  
standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 me-  
ters) away. Bystanders should be encour-  
aged to wear safety glasses. Stop engine  
immediately if you are approached.  
S Always keep engine on the right--hand side  
of your body.  
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.  
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-  
reach.  
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY  
WARNING: Stop unit anddisconnect  
the spark plug before performing mainte-  
nance (except carburetor adjustments).  
S Look for and replace damaged or loose  
parts before each use. Look for and repair  
fuel leaks before use. Keep unit in good  
working condition.  
S Throw away blades that are bent, warped,  
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other  
way. Replace trimmer head parts that are  
cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in  
any other way before using the unit.  
S Maintain unit according to recommended  
procedures. Keep blade sharp. Keep cut-  
ting line at the proper length.  
S Keep blade or trimmer head below waist  
level. Do not raise engine above your waist.  
S Keep all parts of your body away from blade,  
trimmer head, and muffler when engine is run-  
ning. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.  
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on  
right side of the shield will throw debris  
away from the operator.  
S Use only Poulan PRO brand replacement  
line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.  
S Install required shield properly before using  
the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal  
blade use. Use the plastic shield for all line  
trimmer use.  
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.  
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.  
S Use only specified blade or trimmer head;  
make sure it is properly installed and se-  
curely fastened.  
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE  
S Stop the unit before carrying.  
S Keep muffler away from your body.  
S Allow the engine to cool and secure the unit  
before storing or transporting it in a vehicle.  
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-  
porting the unit. Use upfuel left in the carbu-  
retor by starting the engine and letting it run  
until it stops.  
S Never start engine with clutch shroud re-  
moved. The clutch can fly off and cause se-  
rious injury.  
S Be sure bladeor trimmer head stops turning  
when engine idles.  
S Make carburetor adjustments with the lower  
end supported to prevent blade or trimmer line  
from contacting any object. Hold unit by hand;  
do not use the shoulder strap for support.  
S Keep others away when making carburetor  
adjustments.  
S Store unit so the blade or line limiter blade  
cannot accidentally cause injury. The unit  
can be hung by the shaft.  
S Store unit out of reach of children.  
S Use only recommended Poulan PRO ac-  
cessories and replacement parts.  
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-  
plained in this manual performed by your au-  
thorized service dealer.  
WARNING: The engine exhaust  
from this product contains chemicals known  
totheState of California to cause cancer, birth  
defects or other reproductive harm.  
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations  
through prolonged use of gasoline powered  
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve  
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of  
people prone to circulation disorders or ab-  
normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold  
weather has beenlinked to blood vesseldam-  
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,  
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.  
FUEL SAFETY  
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.  
S Keep away from sparks or flames.  
S Use a container approved for fuel.  
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or  
the unit or while using the unit.  
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel  
spills before starting engine.  
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from  
fueling site before starting engine.  
S Stop engine and allow it to cool before re-  
moving fuel cap.  
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-  
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the car-  
buretor by starting the engine and letting it  
run until it stops.  
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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 4442 and 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  
equippedwith aspark arresting screen. If you  
operatein alocalewhere such regulations ex-  
ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining  
the operating condition of these parts. Failure  
to do so is a violation of the law. For normal  
homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest-  
ing screen will not require any service. After  
50 hours of use, we recommend that your  
muffler beservicedor replacedby your autho-  
rized service dealer.  
ASSEMBLY  
2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.  
3. Remove the shaft cap from the brushcutter  
attachment (if present).  
CARTON CONTENTS  
Check carton contents against the following list:  
S Powerhead  
4. Position locking/release button of attach-  
ment into guide recess of coupler.  
5. Push the attachment into the coupler until  
the locking/release button snaps into the  
primary hole.  
S Attachment (with trimmer head installed)  
S Cupped washer  
S Large nut for installing blades  
S Hex wrench  
S Handlebar  
6. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-  
curely by turning clockwise.  
S Bracket cover  
S Bracket cover screws (2)  
S Metal blade shield  
Primary Hole  
Guide Recess  
Coupler  
S Blade shield screws (4)  
S 4--point weed blade  
S Plastic shield  
S Wing nut (screwed onto plastic shield)  
S Shoulder strap with warning  
S Container of oil  
Locking/  
Release  
Button  
Upper  
Shaft  
Attachment  
WARNING: Always stop unit anddis-  
connect spark plug before performing any as-  
sembly procedures.  
WARNING: Make sure the locking/  
release button is locked in the primary hole  
and the knob is securely tightened before op-  
erating the unit. All attachments are designed  
to be used in the primary hole unless other-  
wise stated in the applicable attachment in-  
struction manual. Using the wrong hole could  
lead to serious injury or damage to the unit.  
WARNING: If received assembled,  
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly  
assembled and all fasteners are secure.  
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.  
TOOLS REQUIRED  
S Hex wrench (provided)  
S Adjustable wrench  
S Phillips screwdriver  
INSTALLING BRUSHCUTTER  
Locking/Release  
Button in Primary Hole  
ATTACHMENT  
CAUTION: When installing brushcutter at-  
tachment, place the unit on a flat surface for  
stability.  
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob  
counterclockwise.  
For assembly of optional attachments (see  
list on page 11), refer to the ASSEMBLY sec-  
tion of the applicable attachment instruction  
manual.  
Coupr  
ATTACHING THE HANDLEBAR  
LOOSEN  
DANGER: To avoid serious injury, the  
barrier portion of the handlebar must be installed  
as shown to provide a barrier between operator  
and the spinning blade.  
Shipping  
protector  
1. Locate the decal on the handlebar. This  
decal includes an arrow. Position the  
handlebar with the mounting bracket at  
the end of the arrow.  
Knob  
TIGHTEN  
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2. Position the bracket cover over the han-  
dlebar. Again make sure the handlebar is  
at the end of the arrow.  
5. Secure shoulder strap clamp by tighten-  
ing screws with a hex wrench.  
3. Insert screws and hand tighten only. Be  
sure the handlebar is installed correctly;  
then, tighten each screw securely with the  
hex wrench.  
SHOULDER STRAP  
ADJUSTMENT  
FOR BALANCE  
Screw  
Handlebar  
Shoulder  
Strap Clamp  
6 inches  
(15 cm)  
below  
4 -- 12 inches  
(10 -- 30 cm)  
above  
30 inches  
(76 cm)  
minimum  
Bracket Cover  
waist  
ground  
Mounting  
Bracket  
ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER STRAP  
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap  
and handlebar adjustments must be made  
with the engine completely stopped before  
using unit.  
1. 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 on your back and the hook is to the  
right side of your waist.  
30 inches  
(76 cm)  
minimum  
NOTE: A one-half twist is built in the shoul-  
der strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the  
shoulder.  
2. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be  
about 6 inches (15 cm) below the waist.  
3. Fasten the strap hook to the clamp located  
between the throttle trigger and the handle-  
bar mounting bracket and lift the tool to the  
operating position.  
CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT  
You can configure your unit using a cutting head  
for grass and light weeds, or a weed blade for  
cutting grass, weeds, and brush up to 1/2 inch  
(1 cm) in diameter. To assemble your unit, go to  
the section for the desired configuration and fol-  
low the instructions.  
4. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit  
and balance before starting the engine or  
beginning a cutting operation.  
NOTE: It may be necessary to relocate the  
shoulder strap clamp on the shaft for proper  
balancing of unit.  
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION --  
TRIMMER HEAD  
TO RELOCATE SHOULDER STRAP  
CLAMP:  
1. Loosen and remove both clamp screws.  
2. Place the upper shoulder strap clamp  
over the shaft.  
TRIMMER  
HEAD  
3. Position the lower shoulder strap clamp  
under the shaft and align the upper and  
lower clamp screw holes.  
houlder  
amp  
NOTE: Remove the blade and metal shield be-  
fore attaching the plastic shield and trimmer  
head. To remove blade, align hole in the dust  
cup with the hole in the side of the gearbox by  
rotating the blade. Insert a small screwdriver  
into aligned holes. This will keep the shaft from  
turning while loosening the blade nut. Remove  
blade nut by turning clockwise. Remove the  
screwdriver. Remove both washers and blade.  
To remove metal shield, loosen and remove the  
Lower Shoulder  
Strap Clamp  
Screws  
4. Insert two screws into the screw holes.  
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four mounting screws. See ATTACHING THE  
METAL SHIELD and INSTALLATION OF THE  
METAL BLADE for illustrations. Be sure to store  
all parts and instructions for future use.  
Gearbox  
Dust Cup  
ATTACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD  
AND TRIMMER HEAD  
gned Holes  
WARNING: The shield must be prop-  
erly installed. The shield provides partial  
protection to the operator and others from the  
risk of thrown objects, and is equipped with a  
line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the  
proper length. The line limiter blade (on un-  
derside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.  
1. Remove wing nut from shield.  
2. Insert bracket into slot on shield.  
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes throughhole  
in bracket.  
Retaining  
Washer  
NOTE: Make sure all parts are properly  
installed as shown in the illustration before  
installing the trimmer head.  
5. Align hole in the dust cup with the hole in  
the side of the gearbox by rotating the  
dust cup.  
6. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned  
holes. This will keep the shaft from turn-  
ing while tightening trimmer head.  
7. While holding the screwdriver in position,  
thread trimmer head onto the shaft in the  
direction shown on the decal (counter-  
clockwise looking from bottom of unit).  
Tighten until secure.  
Bracket  
NOTE: The retaining washer must be posi-  
tioned with the raised section facing toward the  
gearbox.  
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION -- WEED  
BLADE  
Shield  
Slot  
WEED  
BLADE  
4. Reinstall wing nut and tighten securely.  
Win
NOTE: Remove the trimmer head and plastic  
shield before attaching the metal shield and  
installing the weed blade. To remove the trim-  
mer head, align hole in the dust cup with the hole  
in the side of the gearbox by rotating the dust  
cup. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned  
holes. This will keep the shaft from turning while  
loosening the trimmer head. Remove the trim-  
mer head by turning clockwise. Remove the  
screwdriver. To remove the plastic shield, loos-  
en and remove wing nut. Pivot shield to release  
bracket from slot. See INSTALLATION OF  
THE CUTTING HEAD and ATTACHING THE  
PLASTIC SHIELD for illustrations. Be sureto  
store all parts and instructions for future use.  
Never use the trimmer head with the metal  
blade installed.  
NOTE: If your unit has a plastic cover over  
the threads on the threaded shaft, remove the  
covering to expose the threads. Before instal-  
ling the trimmer head, make sure the dust cup  
and retaining washer are positioned on the  
gearbox as shown below.  
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NOTE: The dust cup and retaining washer are  
located on the gearbox shaft and not in the parts  
bag. All other fasteners mentioned in the follow-  
ing assembly steps are in the parts bag.  
1. Remove the retaining washer from the  
threaded shaft of the gearbox. Leave the  
dust cup on the shaft.  
ATTACHING THE METAL SHIELD  
WARNING: The metal shield must  
be properly installed on the tool anytime the  
tool is used witha blade. The forwardtip of the  
metal shield helps to reduce the occurrence  
of blade thrust which can cause serious injury  
such as amputation to the operator or by-  
standers. Failure to install the shield in the  
position shown can result in serious injury to  
the operator. The length of the shield must be  
aligned with the length of the shaft.  
2. Install the blade and the retaining washer  
over the threaded shaft.  
3. Make sure the raised part of the retaining  
washer is facing the gearbox and the  
raised area fits into the hole in the center  
of the blade.  
4. Slide the blade and retaining washer onto  
the shaft of the gearbox.  
Blade  
5. Place the cupped washer onto the shaft.  
Make sure the cupped side of the washer  
is toward the blade.  
6. Install the blade nut by threading onto the  
shaft counterclockwise (looking frombot-  
tom of unit).  
Metal  
Shield  
rbox  
Shaft  
1. Place the metal shield under the gearbox,  
and align the screw holes.  
Dust Cup  
es  
Threaded Shaft  
Gearbox  
Retaining  
Washer  
Blade  
Shield  
Cupped  
Washer  
Nut  
NOTE: Make sure all parts are in place as il-  
lustrated, and the blade is sandwiched between  
the dust cup and the retaining washer. There  
should be no space between the blade and the  
dust cup or the retaining washer.  
2. Insert and thread the 4 mounting screws  
through the holes of the gearbox and the  
metal shield. Tighten evenly and secure-  
ly with the hex wrench provided.  
INSTALLATION OF THE METAL  
BLADE  
7. Align hole in dust cup with hole in side of  
gearbox by rotating the blade.  
8. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned  
holes. This will keep the shaft from turn-  
ing while tightening the blade nut.  
WARNING: Wear protective gloves  
when handling or performing maintenance on  
the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and  
can cut you even when it is not moving.  
9. TIghten blade nut firmly with a wrench while  
holding screwdriver in position.  
10. Remove the screwdriver.  
11. Turn blade by hand. If the blade binds  
against the shield, or appears to be uneven,  
the blade is not centered, and you must re-  
install.  
NOTE: To remove blade, insert screwdriver  
into aligned holes. Unthread the nut and re-  
move parts. Be sure to store parts and instruc-  
tions for future use.  
WARNING: Do not use any blades, or  
fastening hardware other than the washers and  
nuts shown in the following illustrations. These  
parts must be provided by Poulan/WEED  
EATER and installed as shown below. Failure to  
use proper parts can cause the blade to fly off  
and seriously hurt you or others.  
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OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR UNIT  
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.  
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Handlebar  
Coupler  
Shaft  
ON/STOP Switch  
Starter Handle  
ld  
Line Limiter  
Blade  
Primer Bulb  
Blade  
Muffler  
Throttle Trigger  
Start Lever  
START LEVER  
ON/STOP SWITCH  
The ON/STOP switch is located on the trigger  
handle and is used to stop the engine. To stop  
the engine, push and release the engine  
ON/STOP switch.  
The START LEVER helps to supply fuel to the  
engine to aid in starting. Activate the starting  
system by moving the start lever to the START  
position. DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger  
until the engine has started and runs. After the  
engine starts, allow the engine to warm--up  
10--15 seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle  
trigger to deactivate the starting system.  
COUPLER  
The COUPLER enables optional attach-  
ments to be installed on the unit.  
PRIMER BULB  
The PRIMER BULB removes 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.  
of 40:1. Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic  
oil is recommended. Mix gasoline and oil at a ra-  
tio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2  
fluid 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 gaso-  
line, shake container momentarily to assure that  
the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and  
follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fuel-  
ing 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 understand the safety rules,  
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call  
1-800-554-6723.  
FUELING ENGINE  
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly  
when refueling.  
CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in  
your unit. This will cause permanent engine  
damage and void the limited warranty.  
HELPFUL TIP  
To obtain the correct oil mix  
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of  
2-cycle synthetic oil into  
one gallon of fresh gas.  
FUEL REQUIREMENTS  
This engine requires the use of minimum 87  
octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline.  
IMPORTANT  
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  
Use of alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or  
using ethanol or methanol) can cause major en-  
gine performance and durability problems.  
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4. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-  
gine starts and runs.  
WARNING: Alternative fuels (not gas-  
oline) such as E--15 (15% alcohol), E--20 (20%  
alcohol), E--85 (85% alcohol) are NOT classified  
as gasoline and are NOT approved for use in  
2--stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative  
fuels will cause problems such as: improper  
clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock,  
power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration  
of fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor  
components, etc. Alternative fuels cause high  
moisture absorption into the fuel/oil mixture  
leading to oil and fuel separation.  
5. Allow unit to run for 10--15 seconds, then  
fully squeeze the throttle trigger to disen-  
gage the starting system.  
STARTING A WARM ENGINE  
Pull starter rope sharply until engine starts  
and runs.  
NOTE: Normally, the warm starting procedure  
can be used within 5 -- 10 minutes after the unit  
is turned STOP. If the unit sits for more than 10  
minutes without being run, it will be necessary to  
start the unit by following the steps under  
STARTING A COLD ENGINE or following the  
starting instruction steps shown on the unit.  
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT  
S Release the throttle trigger.  
S Push and release the engine ON/STOP  
switch. The switch will automatically return to  
the ON position. Wait 5 seconds before at-  
tempting to restart unit to allow switch to reset.  
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE  
Move the start lever to the RUN position and  
fully squeeze throttle trigger. Pull the starter  
handle repeatedly while squeezing throttle  
trigger until engine starts and runs. This could  
require pulling the starter handle many times,  
depending on how badly the unit is flooded.  
If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to TROUBLE-  
SHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-554-6723.  
ON/S
OPERATING THE COUPLER  
This model is equipped with a coupler which  
enables optional attachments to be installed.  
The optional attachments are:  
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT  
MODEL:  
WARNING: Avoid any contact with the  
Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP1000E  
Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP2000T  
Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP3000B  
Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP5000P  
Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP5500P  
muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.  
WARNING: Always stopunit and dis-  
connect spark plug before removing or instal-  
ling attachments.  
Starting Position  
REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH-  
MENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL  
ATTACHMENTS)  
HELPFUL TIP  
If your engine still does not  
start after following these  
instructions, please call  
1-800-554 -6723.  
CAUTION: When removing or installing at-  
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for  
stability.  
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob  
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a  
warm engine after running out of  
fuel)  
counterclockwise.  
Upper Shaft  
NOTE: DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger  
Coupler  
until the engine has started and runs.  
LOOSEN  
Primer  
Bulb  
Starter  
Handle  
Attachment  
TIGHTEN  
Knob  
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.  
Locking/Release  
Button  
Muffler  
Throttle  
Trigger  
Start  
Lever  
1. Set unit on a flat surface.  
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.  
3. Move the start lever to the START position.  
Coupler  
Attachment  
Upper Shaft  
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3. While securely holding the engine and  
upper shaft, pull the attachment straight  
out of the coupler.  
S Wear hearing protection, eye protection,  
head protection and heavy clothing.  
S Extend your left arm and hold handlebar  
grip with your left hand.  
INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH-  
S Hold throttle grip with your right hand with  
finger on throttle trigger.  
MENTS  
1. Remove the shaft cap from the attach-  
ment (if present).  
S Keep unit below waist level.  
S Keep shoulder strap pad centered on your  
left shoulder and danger sign centered on  
your back.  
2. Position locking/release button of attach-  
ment into guide recess of coupler.  
3. Push the attachment into the coupler until  
the locking/release button snaps into the  
primary hole.  
S Maintain full weight of tool on your left  
shoulder.  
S Without bending over, keep the blade or  
trimmer head near and parallel to the  
ground and not crowded into material being  
cut.  
4. Before using theunit, tighten the knobse-  
curely by turning clockwise.  
Coupler Primary Hole  
Guide Recess  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR  
USE WITH TRIMMER HEAD  
WARNING: Always wear eye protec-  
tion. Never lean over the trimmer head. Rocks  
or debris can ricochet or be thrown into eyes  
and face and cause blindness or other serious  
injury.  
Locking/  
Release  
Button  
Attachment  
Upper  
Shaft  
Beforetrimming, bring enginetoa speedsuffi-  
cient to cut material to be trimmed.  
Do not run the engine at a higher speed than  
necessary. The cutting line will cut efficiently  
when the engine is run at less than full throttle.  
At lower speeds, there is less engine noise and  
vibration.  
WARNING: Make sure the locking/  
release button is locked in the primary hole  
and the knob is securely tightened before op-  
erating the unit. All attachments are designed  
to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise  
stated in the applicable attachment instruction  
manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to seri-  
ous injury or damage to the unit.  
Always release the throttle trigger and allow  
the engine to return to idle speed when not  
cutting.  
To stop engine:  
S Release the throttle trigger.  
S Push and release the engine ON/STOP  
switch.  
CUTTING METHODS  
WARNING: Use minimum speed  
and do not crowd the line when cutting around  
hard objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.),  
whichcandamage the trimmer head, become  
entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a  
serious hazard.  
S The tip of the line does the cutting. You will  
achieve the best performance and mini-  
mum line wear by not crowding the line into  
the cutting area. The right and wrong ways  
are shown below.  
Locking/Release  
Button in Primary Hole  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
It is recommended that the engine not be  
operated for longer than 1 minute at full  
throttle.  
OPERATING POSITION  
ALWAYS WEAR:  
Hearing  
Tip of the line  
does the cutting.  
Line crowded into  
work area.  
Protection  
Eye Protection  
Heavy,  
Long Pant
Boots  
Right  
Wrong  
Cut from your left to your right.  
S The line will easily remove grass and  
weeds fromaround walls, fences, trees and  
flower beds, but it also can cut the tender  
bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences.  
When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto  
clamp, stand as shown and check for the fol-  
lowing:  
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S For trimming or scalping, use less than full  
throttle to increase line life and decrease  
head wear, especially:  
Sweeping  
S During light duty cutting.  
S Near objects around which the line can  
wrap such as small posts, trees or fence  
wire.  
S For mowing or sweeping, usefull throttle for  
a good clean job.  
TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer  
head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground  
and at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to  
make contact. Do not force trimmer line into  
work area.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR  
USE WITH WEED BLADE  
S Blade Thrust is a reaction that only occurs  
when using a bladed unit. This reaction can  
cause serious injury such as amputation.  
Carefully study this section. It is important that  
you understand what causes blade thrust,  
how you can reduce the chance of its  
occurring, and how you can remain in control  
of unit if blade thrust occurs.  
Trimming  
S WHAT CAUSES BLADE THRUST -- Blade  
Thrust can occur when the spinning blade  
contacts an object that it does not cut. This  
contact causes the blade to stop for an instant  
and then suddenly move or “thrust” away  
from the object that was hit. The “thrusting”  
reaction can be violent enough to cause the  
operator to be propelled in any direction and  
lose control of the unit. The uncontrolled unit  
can cause serious injury if the blade contacts  
the operator or others.  
S WHEN BLADE THRUST OCCURS --  
Blade Thrust can occur without warning if  
the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is  
more likely to occur in areas where it is  
difficult to see the material being cut. By  
using the unit properly, the occurrence of  
blade thrust will be reduced and the  
operator will be less likely to lose control.  
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 inches  
(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.  
S Cut only grass, weeds, andwoody brush up  
to 1/2 inch (1 cm) in diameter with the weed  
blade. Do not let the blade contact material  
it cannot cut such as stumps, rocks,  
fences, metal, etc., or clusters of hard,  
woody brush having a diameter greater  
than 1/2 inch (1 cm).  
Mowing  
S Keep the blade sharp. A dull blade is more  
likely to snag and thrust.  
S Cut only at full throttle. The blade will  
have maximum cutting power and is less  
likely to bind or stall.  
S “Feed” the blade deliberately and not too  
rapidly. The blade can thrust away if it is fed  
too rapidly.  
SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotat-  
ing linecan beusedto blow away loosedebris  
from an area. Keep the line parallel to and  
above the area surface and swing the tool  
from side to side.  
S Cut only from your left to your right. Cutting on  
right side of the shield will throw debris away  
from the operator.  
S Use the shoulder strap and keep a firm grip  
on the unit with both hands. A properly  
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adjusted shoulder strap will support the  
weight of the unit, freeing your arms and  
hands to control and guide the cutting motion.  
S Keep feet comfortably spread apart and  
braced for a possible sudden, rapid thrust of  
unit. Do not overreach. Keep firm footing and  
balance.  
S Maintain good firm footing while using the  
unit. Do this by planting feet firmly in a  
comfortable apart position.  
S Cut while swinging the upper part of your  
body from left to right.  
S As you move forward to the next area to cut,  
be sure to maintain your balance and footing.  
S Keep blade below waist level; it will be  
easier to maintain control of unit.  
RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION  
2 o’clock  
S Do not raise theengine aboveyour waist as  
the blade can come dangerously close to  
your body.  
Cut using the 2  
o’clock to 4 o’clock  
position of the  
blade  
S Do not swing unit with such force that you  
are in danger of losing your balance.  
Bring the engine to cutting speed before enter-  
ing the material to be cut.If the blade does not  
turn when you squeeze the throttle trigger, make  
sure shaft is fully inserted into the engine.  
Always release the throttle trigger and allow  
engine to return to idle speed when not cut-  
ting. The blade should not turn while the en-  
gine is running at idle. If the blade turns at idle,  
do not use your unit. Refer to the CARBURE-  
TOR ADJUSTMENT section or contact your  
authorized service dealer.  
4 o’clock  
WARNING: The operator or others  
must not try to clear away cut material withthe  
engine running or the blade turning to avoid  
serious injury. Stop engine and blade before  
removing materials wrapped around blade or  
shaft.  
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 re-  
mains installed on upper shaft (engine end of  
unit) at all times.  
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 depth adjusting  
skid in contact with the ground.  
EDGER SAFETY  
S Always push the unit slowly over the  
ground. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks,  
holes in the terrain, large roots, etc.  
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.  
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 otherwise cause 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  
through discharge opening, damaging unit,  
property, or causing serious injury to  
bystanders or operator.  
WARNING: Blade rotates momen-  
tarily after the trigger is released or engine is  
turned off. The blade can seriously cut you or  
others. Allow blade to stop before removing it  
from the cut.  
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S Never place objects inside the blower tubes,  
vacuum tubes or blower outlet. Always direct  
the blowing debris away from people,  
animals, glass, and solid objects such as  
trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air  
can cause rocks, 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  
equipment 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  
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY  
DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP  
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE -- Blade moves  
momentarily after the trigger is released or the  
engine is turned off. Do not attempt to clear  
away cut material when the blade is in motion.  
Make sure engine is stopped, the spark plug  
wire is disconnected, and the blade has stopped  
moving before removing jammed material from  
the cutting blade. Do not grab or hold the unit by  
the cutting blade.  
engine stopped  
and  
spark plug  
disconnected. Keep vents and discharge  
tubes free of debris which can accumulate  
and restrict proper air flow.  
S Never place any object in air intake opening  
as this could restrict proper air flow and cause  
damage to the unit.  
S Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers,  
or other substances which may contain toxic  
materials.  
S To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf or  
brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,  
ashtrays, etc.  
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.  
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.  
S Do not use a cutting blade that is bent,  
warped, cracked, broken or damaged in any  
other way. Have worn or damaged parts  
replaced by an 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 bladeor dull chain.  
Keep away from the blade/chain.  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
cultivated before starting the unit. Removeall  
debris and hard and sharp objects such as  
rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc.  
S Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that  
might stop the tines. If heavy contact occurs,  
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  
engine, disconnect the spark plug and  
inspect the cultivator for damage. Repair  
before restarting.  
WARNING: The reciprocating blade/  
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: A coasting blade/rotat-  
ing chain cancauseinjury whileit 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.  
S Disconnect attachment from the drive engine  
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  
cultivating.  
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WARNING: Never lean over dis-  
charge chute. Rocks or debris could be  
thrown into the eyes and face and cause seri-  
ous injury or blindness.  
WARNING:  
Falling objects can  
cause severe head injury. Wear head protec-  
tion when operating this unit with a pole prun-  
er attachment.  
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.  
WARNING: To prevent serious injury,  
do not use more than one boom extension with  
a pole pruner attachment.  
S Be attentive when using the snowthrower,  
and stay alert for holes in the terrain and other  
hidden hazards.  
WARNING: Keep the pruner away  
from power lines or electrical wires.  
S Make sure the rotor will spin freely before  
attaching the snowthrower to the powerhead.  
S If the rotor will not rotate freely due tofrozen  
ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before  
attempting to operate under power.  
S Keep the rotor clear of debris.  
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  
engine, disconnect spark plug and inspect  
the snowthrower for damage and repair if  
necessary 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  
window 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.  
S Let snowthrower run for a few minutes after  
clearing snow so moving parts do not  
freeze.  
S Only use for pruning limbs or branches up  
to 4 inches (10 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 onecutting location to  
another.  
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.  
Discard blades that are bent, warped,  
cracked or broken.  
S Stop the unit immediately if you feel excessive  
vibration. Vibration is a sign of trouble. Inspect  
thoroughly for loose nuts, bolts or damage  
before continuing. Contact an authorized  
service dealer for repair or replacement of  
affected parts as necessary.  
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 Look behind and use care when backing up.  
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,  
especially when operating in reverse.  
S Know how to stop quickly.  
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MAINTENANCE  
1. Clean the cover and the area around it to  
keep dirt from falling into the carburetor  
chamber when the cover is removed.  
2. Loosen knob by turning counterclock-  
wise. Remove air filter cover and air filter.  
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or  
producing harmful evaporative emissions, do  
not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable  
solvent.  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance except  
for carburetor adjustments.  
HELPFUL TIP  
IMPORTANT: Have all  
repairs other than the rec-  
ommended maintenance  
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.  
4. Allow filter to dry.  
5. Replace parts.  
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, Poulan PRO may not pay for  
repairs under warranty. It is your re-  
sponsibility to maintain and perform  
general maintenance.  
Air Filter  
Knob  
CHECK FOR LOOSE  
Air Filter Cover  
FASTENERS AND PARTS  
S Spark Plug Boot  
S Air Filter  
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK  
ARRESTING SCREEN  
S Housing Screws  
S Assist Handle Screw  
S Debris Shield  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR  
WORN PARTS  
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 and  
must be removed to avoid creating a fire haz-  
ard or affecting engine performance.  
For normal homeowner use, the muffler and  
spark arresting screen will not require any  
service. After 50 hours of use, we recom-  
mend that your muffler be serviced or re-  
placed by an authorized service dealer.  
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-  
placement of damaged or worn parts.  
S ON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP  
switch functions properly by pushing and  
releasing the switch. Make sure engine  
stops. Wait 5 seconds before attempting to  
restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart  
engine and continue.  
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel  
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.  
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if  
debris shield is damaged.  
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.  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE-  
CALS  
S After each use, inspect complete unit for  
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and  
decals using a damp cloth with a milddeter-  
gent.  
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark  
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch  
(19 mm) socket wrench.  
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.  
CLEAN AIR FILTER  
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-  
ance and increases fuel consumption and  
harmful emissions. Always clean after every  
5 hours of operation.  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
The carburetor has been carefully set at the  
REPLACING THE LINE  
factory. Adjustments may benecessary if you  
notice any of the following conditions:  
S Engine will not idle when the throttle is  
released.  
For unit to operate properly, the cutting line  
should be replaced when line becomes worn to  
less than 3 inches in length from the edge of the  
line exit tunnels on each side of the cutting head.  
1. Remove and discard worn line before  
installing new line.  
S The trimmer head, blade or optional  
attachment moves/spins at idle.  
Make adjustments with the unit supported so  
the cutting attachment is off the ground and  
will not make contact with any object. Hold  
the unit by hand while running and making ad-  
justments. Keep all parts of your body away  
from the cutting attachment and muffler.  
2. Use only 0.115 inch (3 mm) diameter  
Poulan PRO brand cut length line.  
3. Insert one end of the line through the  
positioning tunnel.  
4. Continue to feed line through tunnel until  
line is centered (leaving equal amounts  
on each side). See illustration below.  
To adjust idle speed:  
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine  
runs without trimmer head, blade or optional  
attachment moving or spinning (idle too fast)  
or stalling (idle speed too slow).  
Positioning  
tunnel  
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to  
increase engine speed if engine stalls or  
dies.  
S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to  
decrease engine speed if trimmer head,  
blade or optional attachment moves or  
spins at idle.  
WARNING: Recheck the idle speed  
after each adjustment. The trimmer head,  
blade or optional attachment must not move  
or spin at idle speed to avoid serious injury to  
the operator or others.  
5. Insert ends of line one at a time through  
the line exit tunnels.  
6. Pull the line and make sure the line is ex-  
tended fully through the tunnels.  
Speed Screw  
Line exit  
Line exit  
tunnel  
tunnel  
7. Correctly installed line will be the same  
length on both ends.  
BLADE REPLACEMENT  
Refer to the ASSEMBLY section for blade re-  
placement instructions and illustrations.  
CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED  
ADJUSTMENT  
Air Filter  
Cover  
WARNING: Keep others away when  
making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer  
head, blade or any optional attachment will be  
spinning during most of this procedure. Wear  
your protective equipment and observe all safe-  
ty precautions. After making adjustments, the  
trimmer head, blade or any optional attachment  
must not move/spin at idle speed.  
If you require further assistanceor are unsure  
about performing this procedure, contact an  
authorized  
service  
dealer  
or  
call  
1--800--554--6723.  
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STORAGE  
HELPFUL TIP  
WARNING: Perform the following  
During storage of your gas/  
oil mixture, the oil will sepa-  
rate from the gas.  
steps after each use:  
S Allow engine to cool before storing 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 teaspoon of  
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  
Prepare unit 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 the proper gasolineto  
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 to rust.  
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 unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the  
recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.  
TROUBLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Engine will not  
start.  
1. Engine flooded.  
1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in  
Operation Section.  
2. Fuel tank empty.  
3. Spark plug not firing.  
4. Fuel not reaching  
carburetor.  
2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.  
3. Install new spark plug.  
4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
5. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine will  
not idle  
properly.  
1. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
1. See “Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment”  
in Service and Adjustments Section.  
2. Crankshaft seals worn. 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
3. Compression low.  
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. Fuel mixture incorrect. 1. Empty fuel tank and refill with  
correct fuel mixture.  
smokes  
excessively.  
2. Air filter dirty.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
2. Clean or replace air filter.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation  
section.  
Engine runs  
hot.  
2. Spark plug incorrect.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
2. Replace with correct spark plug.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
Poulan PRO, a division of Husqvarna Consum-  
In Canada, contact:  
er Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to the  
original consumer purchaser that each new  
Poulan PRO brand gasoline tool or attachment  
is free from defects in material and workman-  
ship and agrees to repair or replace under this  
warranty any defective gasoline product or at-  
tachment as follows from the original date of  
purchase.  
Poulan PRO  
850 Matheson Blvd. West  
Mississauga,Ontario L5V 0B4  
Giving the model number, serial number and  
date of purchase of your product and the name  
and address of the authorized dealer from  
whom it was purchased.  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTH-  
ER 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 CONSE-  
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIM-  
ITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY  
TO YOU.  
This is a limited warranty within the meaning of  
that term as defined in the Magnuson--Moss Act  
of 1975.  
2 YEARS - Parts and Labor, when used for  
household purposes.  
90 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for  
commercial, professional, or income producing  
purposes.  
30 DAYS - Parts and Labor, if used for rental  
purposes.  
This warranty is not transferable and does not  
cover damage or liability caused by improper  
handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or  
the use of accessories and/or attachments not  
specifically recommended by Poulan PRO for  
this tool. This warranty does not cover tune--up,  
spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, cutting line, or  
rotating head parts that will wear and require re-  
placement with reasonable use during the war-  
ranty period. This warranty does not cover pre--  
delivery setup or normal adjustments explained  
in the instruction manual. This warranty does  
not cover transportation costs.  
The policy of Poulan PRO is to continuously  
improve its products. Therefore, Poulan  
PRO reserves the right to change, modify, or  
discontinue models, designs, specifications,  
and accessories of all products at any time  
without notice or obligation to any purchaser.  
In the event you have a claim under this warran-  
ty, you must return the product to an authorized  
service dealer.  
Should you have any unanswered questions  
concerning this warranty, please contact:  
Poulan PRO, a division of Husqvarna  
Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.  
1030 Stevens Creek Road  
Augusta, GA 30907  
1--800--554--6723  
U.S. EPA / CALIFORNIA / ENVIRONMENT CANADA  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB-  
LIGATIONS: The U.S. Environmental  
Protection Agency, California Air Resources  
Board, Environment Canada and Poulan  
PRO are pleased to explain the emissions con-  
trol system warranty on your year 2009 and lat-  
er 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. Poulan PRO 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, ne-  
glect, or improper maintenance of your small  
off--road engine. Your emission control system  
includes parts such as the carburetor, the igni-  
tion system and the fuel tank. Where a warrant-  
able condition exists, Poulan PRO will repair  
your small off--road engine at no cost to you.  
Expenses covered under warranty include  
diagnosis, parts and labor.  
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COV-  
ERAGE: If any emissions related part on your  
engine (as listed under Emissions Control  
Warranty Parts List) is defective or a defect in  
the materials or workmanship of the engine  
causes the failure of such an emission related  
part, the part will be repaired or replaced by  
Poulan PRO. OWNER’S WARRANTY RE-  
SPONSIBILITIES: As the small off--road en-  
gine owner, you are responsible for the per-  
formance of the required maintenance listed  
in your instruction manual. Poulan PRO rec-  
ommends that you retain all receipts covering  
maintenance on your small off--road engine,  
but Poulan PRO cannot deny warranty solely  
for the lack of receipts or for your failure to en-  
sure the performance of all scheduled main-  
tenance. As the small off--road engine owner,  
you should be aware that Poulan PRO may  
deny you warranty coverage if your small off--  
road engine or a part of it has failed due to  
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abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, un-  
approved modifications, or the use of parts  
not made or approved by the original equip-  
ment manufacturer. You are responsible for  
presenting your small off--road engine to an  
Poulan PRO authorized repair center as soon  
as a problem exists. Warranty repairs should be  
completed in a reasonable amount of time, not  
to exceed 30 days. If you have any questions  
regarding your warranty rights and responsibili-  
ties, you should contact your nearest authorized  
service center, call Poulan PRO at  
1--800--554--6723, or send e-mail correspond-  
ence to emission.warranty@HCOP--emission.  
fective if the diagnostic work is performed at  
an approved Poulan PRO servicing center.  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Poulan  
PRO may be liable for damages to other en-  
gine 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 covered. ADD -ON OR MODIFIED  
PARTS: The use of add--on or modified parts  
can be grounds for disallowing a warranty  
claim. Poulan PRO 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 warran-  
ty rights and responsibilities, you should contact  
your nearest authorized service center, call  
Poulan PRO at 1--800--554--6723, or send  
e-mail correspondence to emission.warranty  
@HCOP--emission.com. WHERE TO GET  
WARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty services  
or repairs shall be provided at all Poulan PRO  
service centers. Call: 1--800--554--6723 or  
send e-mail correspondence to emission.  
warranty@HCOP--emission.com. MAINTE-  
NANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR  
OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any Pou-  
lan PRO approved replacement part used in  
the performance of any warranty mainte-  
nance or repair on emission related parts will  
be provided without charge to the owner if the  
part is under warranty. EMISSION CON-  
TROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carbure-  
tor, air filter (covered up to maintenance sched-  
ule), ignition system: spark plug (covered up to  
maintenance schedule), ignition module, muffler  
including catalyst (if equipped), fuel tank.  
MAINTENANCE STATEMENT:The owner is  
responsible for the performance of all re-  
quired maintenance as defined in the instruc-  
tion manual.  
com.  
WARRANTY  
COMMENCEMENT  
DATE: The warranty period begins 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 COVERED: REPAIR  
OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or re-  
placement of any warranted part will be per-  
formed at no charge to the owner at an ap-  
proved Poulan PRO servicing center. If you  
have any questions regarding your warranty  
rights and responsibilities, you should contact  
your nearest authorized service center, call  
Poulan PRO at 1--800--554--6723, or send  
e-mail correspondence to emission.warranty  
@HCOP--emission.com. WARRANTY PE-  
RIOD: Any warranted part which is not sched-  
uled for replacement as required mainte-  
nance, or which is scheduled only for regular  
inspection to the effect of “repair or replace as  
necessary” shall be warranted for 2 years.  
Any warranted part which is scheduled for re-  
placement as required maintenance 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 de-  
The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.  
Example: (Year) EPA 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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