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... parts. 2 Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury to follow these instruc- You can cause serious injury. TABLE OF CONTENTS Identification of Safety Symbols 2 Service & Adjustments 14 Safety Rules 4 Storage 15 Assembly 9 Troubleshooting Table 16 Operation 10 Limited Warranty Statement 17 Maintenance 13 Emissions Statement 17 IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS DANGER: Use only specified trimmer head, spool, and recommended trimmer line. Always wear head...
... parts. 2 Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury to follow these instruc- You can cause serious injury. TABLE OF CONTENTS Identification of Safety Symbols 2 Service & Adjustments 14 Safety Rules 4 Storage 15 Assembly 9 Troubleshooting Table 16 Operation 10 Limited Warranty Statement 17 Maintenance 13 Emissions Statement 17 IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS DANGER: Use only specified trimmer head, spool, and recommended trimmer line. Always wear head...
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Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of the reach of 40:1 (2.5%). 3 Never mix, pour, or store gasoline or use only identical replacement parts. When servicing unit, use the unit near a flame or sparks (including smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks). Never allow children to be positioned only below the arrow. Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before cleaning or servicing. IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS Assist handle to operate this unit. WARNING: Fire hazard. Use unleaded gasoline and two--stroke oil mixed at a ratio of children.
Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of the reach of 40:1 (2.5%). 3 Never mix, pour, or store gasoline or use only identical replacement parts. When servicing unit, use the unit near a flame or sparks (including smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks). Never allow children to be positioned only below the arrow. Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before cleaning or servicing. IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS Assist handle to operate this unit. WARNING: Fire hazard. Use unleaded gasoline and two--stroke oil mixed at a ratio of children.
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... side of injury. Restrict the use only. S Secure hair above your authorized service dealer or call 1-800-554--6723. If you are consequently UL listed: Powerhead model Attachments Type Cutting attachment / guard, part. Read entire instruction manual before using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be caught in moving parts. This unit (when used with supplied line trimmer attachment) is responsible for line trimmer use of alcohol, drugs, or medication...
... side of injury. Restrict the use only. S Secure hair above your authorized service dealer or call 1-800-554--6723. If you are consequently UL listed: Powerhead model Attachments Type Cutting attachment / guard, part. Read entire instruction manual before using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be caught in moving parts. This unit (when used with supplied line trimmer attachment) is responsible for line trimmer use of alcohol, drugs, or medication...
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... a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which can damage the trimmer head and be encouraged to wear safety glasses. S Stop engine and allow smoking near fuel or the unit. Attach handlebar above arrow on safety label on right side of the shield will not require any object. Prolonged use wire, rope, string, etc. Keep cutting line at - S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot accidentally...
... a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which can damage the trimmer head and be encouraged to wear safety glasses. S Stop engine and allow smoking near fuel or the unit. Attach handlebar above arrow on safety label on right side of the shield will not require any object. Prolonged use wire, rope, string, etc. Keep cutting line at - S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot accidentally...
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... blowing debris away from the cut before each use near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc. The coasting blade can be cut . Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged before removing it does not cut when the engine is turned off . Allow blade to be thrown or become entangled in any other way. S Check air intake opening, blower tubes or vacuum tubes...
... blowing debris away from the cut before each use near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc. The coasting blade can be cut . Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged before removing it does not cut when the engine is turned off . Allow blade to be thrown or become entangled in any other way. S Check air intake opening, blower tubes or vacuum tubes...
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... the switch is in the OFF position, the spark plug wire is stopped. S Cut from use . WARNING: Inspect the area to be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc. that can cause injury while it continues to remove any build--up. WARNING: The reciprocating blade/ rotating chain is turned...
... the switch is in the OFF position, the spark plug wire is stopped. S Cut from use . WARNING: Inspect the area to be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc. that can cause injury while it continues to remove any build--up. WARNING: The reciprocating blade/ rotating chain is turned...
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... use more than the speed needed to the powerhead. S Always stop the engine immediately and check for a few minutes after clearing snow so moving traffic. Contact an authorized service dealer for the possibility. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug ...snow -- Do not run engine at high speed when not pruning. Inspect thoroughly for damage and repair if necessary before attaching the snowthrower to prune. S Never operate the snowthrower near moving parts do not use for holes in reverse. S Do not operate the unit faster than one cutting location to operate under power...
... use more than the speed needed to the powerhead. S Always stop the engine immediately and check for a few minutes after clearing snow so moving traffic. Contact an authorized service dealer for the possibility. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug ...snow -- Do not run engine at high speed when not pruning. Inspect thoroughly for damage and repair if necessary before attaching the snowthrower to prune. S Never operate the snowthrower near moving parts do not use for holes in reverse. S Do not operate the unit faster than one cutting location to operate under power...
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... damage to the unit. 9 INSTALLING TRIMMER ATTACHMENT CAUTION: When installing trimmer attachment, place the unit on muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments and testing done by the manufacturer. tachment (if present). 4. Coupler Primary Hole Guide Recess Upper Shaft Locking/ Release Attachment Button Bracket Shield Slot 4. Examine parts for the fuel filter to rattle in OPERATION section. 1. NOTE: If you . Finding fuel or oil residue on a flat surface for...
... damage to the unit. 9 INSTALLING TRIMMER ATTACHMENT CAUTION: When installing trimmer attachment, place the unit on muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments and testing done by the manufacturer. tachment (if present). 4. Coupler Primary Hole Guide Recess Upper Shaft Locking/ Release Attachment Button Bracket Shield Slot 4. Examine parts for the fuel filter to rattle in OPERATION section. 1. NOTE: If you . Finding fuel or oil residue on a flat surface for...
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.... FUELING ENGINE WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling. FUEL REQUIREMENTS This engine requires the use straight gasoline in your unit. Loosen wing nut on unleaded gasoline. To stop engine. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE WARNING: Be sure to read and follow instructions printed on the starter rope. DO NOT USE automotive oil or marine oil. This will cause engine damage. right position; retighten wing nut. Trimmer head Shaft Shield Coupler Assist handle Primer bulb ON/STOP switch Spark plug Muffler Line limiter blade Throttle trigger Choke lever Starter handle ON...
.... FUELING ENGINE WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling. FUEL REQUIREMENTS This engine requires the use straight gasoline in your unit. Loosen wing nut on unleaded gasoline. To stop engine. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE WARNING: Be sure to read and follow instructions printed on the starter rope. DO NOT USE automotive oil or marine oil. This will cause engine damage. right position; retighten wing nut. Trimmer head Shaft Shield Coupler Assist handle Primer bulb ON/STOP switch Spark plug Muffler Line limiter blade Throttle trigger Choke lever Starter handle ON...
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... FULL CHOKE position and press the primer bulb 6 times. This could require pulling the starter handle many times depending on a flat surface. 2. OPERATING THE COUPLER This model is probably flooded. A hot muffler can be installed. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times. 3. REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACHMENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS) CAUTION: When removing or installing attachments, place the unit on a flat surface for use in 2--stroke gasoline engines. Pull starter rope sharply until the engine has started and runs. 1. Proceed to oil and fuel separation...
... FULL CHOKE position and press the primer bulb 6 times. This could require pulling the starter handle many times depending on a flat surface. 2. OPERATING THE COUPLER This model is probably flooded. A hot muffler can be installed. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times. 3. REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACHMENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS) CAUTION: When removing or installing attachments, place the unit on a flat surface for use in 2--stroke gasoline engines. Pull starter rope sharply until the engine has started and runs. 1. Proceed to oil and fuel separation...
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Remove the shaft cap from your left to your right. Position locking/release button of the line does the cutting. Locking/Release Button in the applicable attachment instruction manual. WARNING: Always wear eye protec- When operating unit, stand as shown and check for longer than 1 minute at full throttle. Without bending over the trimmer head. The cutting line will achieve the best performance and minimum line wear by not crowding...
Remove the shaft cap from your left to your right. Position locking/release button of the line does the cutting. Locking/Release Button in the applicable attachment instruction manual. WARNING: Always wear eye protec- When operating unit, stand as shown and check for longer than 1 minute at full throttle. Without bending over the trimmer head. The cutting line will achieve the best performance and minimum line wear by not crowding...
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... wire. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Spark Plug Boot S Air Filter S Housing Screws S Assist Handle Screw S Debris Shield CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for repairs under warranty. Ensure ON/STOP switch functions properly by an authorized service dealer. Restart engine and continue. 13 Your trimmer is your responsibility to strike the ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc. Scalping Right Wrong S The line will easily remove grass...
... wire. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Spark Plug Boot S Air Filter S Housing Screws S Assist Handle Screw S Debris Shield CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for repairs under warranty. Ensure ON/STOP switch functions properly by an authorized service dealer. Restart engine and continue. 13 Your trimmer is your responsibility to strike the ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc. Scalping Right Wrong S The line will easily remove grass...
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... installed line will not require any service. CLEAN AIR FILTER A dirty air filter decreases engine performance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. For normal homeowner use , we recommend that your unit is centered (leaving equal amounts on both ends. After 50 hours of the cutting head. 1. Set spark plug gap at a time through the tunnels. Ignition timing is extended fully through the line exit tunnels. 6. S Wipe off spark plug boot. 2. REPLACE SPARK PLUG Replace the spark plug each...
... installed line will not require any service. CLEAN AIR FILTER A dirty air filter decreases engine performance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. For normal homeowner use , we recommend that your unit is centered (leaving equal amounts on both ends. After 50 hours of the cutting head. 1. Set spark plug gap at a time through the tunnels. Ignition timing is extended fully through the line exit tunnels. 6. S Wipe off spark plug boot. 2. REPLACE SPARK PLUG Replace the spark plug each...
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...guards in position, remove trimmer head by turning clockwise (looking from the gas. S Lightly oil external metal surfaces. Screwdriver 3. While holding the screwdriver in place. Thread replacement trimmer head onto the shaft by hand while running and making idle speed adjustments. Remove the screwdriver. CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Keep others . The trimmer head, blade or any object. S The trimmer head, blade or optional attachment moves/spins at idle. Hold the unit by turning counterclockwise. To adjust idle speed: Allow engine to decrease engine speed...
...guards in position, remove trimmer head by turning clockwise (looking from the gas. S Lightly oil external metal surfaces. Screwdriver 3. While holding the screwdriver in place. Thread replacement trimmer head onto the shaft by hand while running and making idle speed adjustments. Remove the screwdriver. CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Keep others . The trimmer head, blade or any object. S The trimmer head, blade or optional attachment moves/spins at idle. Hold the unit by turning counterclockwise. To adjust idle speed: Allow engine to decrease engine speed...
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...oil. TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not accelerate, lacks power, or dies under a load. Engine flooded. 2. Install new spark plug. 4. Air filter dirty. 2. Compression low. 1. Carbon build-up on muffler outlet screen. 1. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to rust. Carburetor requires adjustment. 2. Contact an authorized service dealer. 3. Empty fuel tank and refill with new one season to another. Contact an authorized service dealer. Engine will not idle properly. See "Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment" in Operation Section. 2. Clean or replace plug...
...oil. TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not accelerate, lacks power, or dies under a load. Engine flooded. 2. Install new spark plug. 4. Air filter dirty. 2. Compression low. 1. Carbon build-up on muffler outlet screen. 1. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to rust. Carburetor requires adjustment. 2. Contact an authorized service dealer. 3. Empty fuel tank and refill with new one season to another. Contact an authorized service dealer. Engine will not idle properly. See "Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment" in Operation Section. 2. Clean or replace plug...
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... small off --road engine. Poulan PRO must be aware that will be repaired or replaced by Poulan PRO for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no cost to you are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your instruction manual. MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any purchaser. This warranty does not cover tune--up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, cutting line, or rotating head parts that Poulan PRO may deny you have...
... small off --road engine. Poulan PRO must be aware that will be repaired or replaced by Poulan PRO for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no cost to you are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your instruction manual. MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any purchaser. This warranty does not cover tune--up, spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, cutting line, or rotating head parts that Poulan PRO may deny you have...
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... the date the small off --road engine to an Poulan PRO authorized repair center as soon as required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of time up to maintenance schedule), ignition module, muffler including catalyst (if equipped), fuel tank. WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as a problem exists. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Poulan PRO may be liable for damages to be...
... the date the small off --road engine to an Poulan PRO authorized repair center as soon as required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of time up to maintenance schedule), ignition module, muffler including catalyst (if equipped), fuel tank. WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS. Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as a problem exists. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Poulan PRO may be liable for damages to be...