Poulan Pro PR28PS Instruction Manual page 9

ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
If received assembled, repeat
all steps to ensure your unit is properly as-
sembled 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)
INSTALLING PRUNER ATTACH-
MENT
CAUTION:
When removing or installing at-
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for
stability.
NOTE:
The pruner attachment connects to
the engine end shaft through use of a coupler
system. For extra reach, the extension shaft
(included) can be used.
1. Loosen the couplers on the extension
shaft and on the engine end shaft by turn-
ing the knobs counterclockwise.
Coupler
Shipping
protector
2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.
3. Remove the shaft cap from the pruner at-
tachment (if present).
4. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of coupler on
extension shaft.
5. Push the attachment into the coupler until
the locking/release button snaps into the
primary hole.
Coupler Primary Hole
Upper
Shaft
6. Repeat steps to attach extension shaft to
coupler on engine end shaft.
(PRUNER ATTACHMENT)
LOOSEN
Knob
TIGHTEN
Guide Recess
Locking/
Attachment
Release
Button
NOTE:
DO NOT use pruner extension shaft
with other attachments.
7. Before using the unit, tighten both knobs
securely by turning clockwise.
WARNING:
release button is locked in the primary hole of
both couplers and the knobs are securely
tightened before operating the unit. Using the
wrong holes could lead to serious injury or dam-
age to the unit.
Locking/Release
Button in Primary Hole
For assembly of optional attachments, refer
to the ASSEMBLY section of the applicable
attachment instruction manual.
SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
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 engine or
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.
NOTE:
A one-half twist is built in the shoul-
der strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the
shoulder.
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 between the throttle handle and the
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.
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Make sure the locking/
Proper shoulder strap