Poulan pro trimmer/edger instruction manual (22 pages)
Summary of Contents for Poulan Pro 545137272
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Please do not return unit to retailer. Por favor, no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra. Veuillez ne pas retourner l’outil au détaillant. 1- -800- -554- -6723 www.poulan- -pro.com Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions For Occasional Use Only DANGER: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product.
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Protection Objects Leg Guards Boots WARNING: Hazard zone for thrown objects. Blade/trimmer line can throw objects vi- olently. Others can be blinded or injured. Keep people and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away. Hazard Zone 50 Feet (15 Meters) WARNING: Do not use trimmer head as a fastening device for the blade.
S Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep blade sharp. Keep cut- ting line at the proper length. S Use only 0.080″ (2 mm) diameter Poulan PRO brand replacement line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc. S Install required shield properly before using the unit.
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ASSEMBLY CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the following list: S Powerhead S Lower attachment (with trimmer head installed) S Cupped washer S Large nut for installing blades S Hex wrench S Handlebar S Bracket cover...
Secondary Hole Locking/Release Button in Primary Hole For optional attachments, see the AS- SEMBLY section of the applicable attach- ment instruction manual. ATTACHING THE HANDLEBAR 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.
This will keep the shaft from turn- ing while tightening trimmer head. Screwdriver 7. While holding the screwdriver in position, thread trimmer head onto the shaft in the direction shown on the decal (counter- clockwise). Tighten until secure. NOTE:...
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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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2-cycle air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil is recommended. Mix gaso- line and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is ob- tained by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1...
ON/OFF Switch Throttle Trigger HOW TO START YOUR UNIT WARNING: Avoid any contact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious burns. 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)
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.
S Operate the engine at full throttle. S Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above the grassy area. S Tap the bottom of the trimmer head lightly on the ground one time. Approximately 2 inches (5 cm) of line will be advanced with each tap.
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ing line can be used to blow away loose debris from an area. Keep the line parallel to and above the area surface and swing the tool from side to side. Sweeping OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE WITH WEED BLADE S Blade Thrust is a reaction that only occurs when using a bladed unit.
The tines become very sharp from use. S Do not run unit at high speed unless cultivating. HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE - - Blade moves momentarily after the trigger is released. Do not attempt to clear away cut material when the blade is in motion.
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fore removing jammed material from the cutting blade. Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting blade. Blades move Allow blades to stop momentarily before removing after the them from the cut. trigger is released. WARNING: Inspect the area before starting the unit.
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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.
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2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool. 3. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or cut two lengths of 12-1/2 feet (3.8 meters) of 0.080″ (2 mm) diameter Poulan PRO brand line. WARNING: Never use wire, rope, string, etc., which can break off and become a dangerous missile.
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STORAGE WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use: S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans- porting. 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.
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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 1.ON/OFF switch in Engine will not OFF position. start. 2. Engine flooded. 3. Fuel tank empty. 4.
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 RESPONSIBILI- TIES: As the small off- -road engine owner, you...
Poulan PRO at 1- -800- -554- -6723. WHERE TO GET WAR- RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re- pairs shall be provided at all Poulan PRO ser- vice centers. Call:...
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