Poulan Pro PP258TP Instruction Manual page 9

4. Insert two s crews into t he screw h oles,
5. Secure shoulder strap clamp by tighten-
ing screws with a hex w rench.
ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE
_WARNING:
When adjusting the as-
sist handle, be sure it remains between the
coupler and the 4 In lower arrow (closest to
coupler) on the safety label to ensure proper
balancing of unit. When adjusting the assist
handle or handlebar during use of optional at-
tachments, it must be repositioned between
the throttle trigger and the I_ upper arrow
(closest to engine) on the safety label.
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an up-
right position; retighten wing nut.
KNOW YOUR PRUNER
READTHIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULESBEFORE 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.
Shaft Muffler
Pruner _
Assist Handle "_' '-- ./
/
coupler |li_._.._f_r o_
Bar oil fill cap ...... f
Chah_ _/ __(Ir Tt_ro_le Trigger
Spark Plug,
Bar Bar nut ON/OFF
Switch
i Attachment Hanger
Primer Bulb
Starter Handle Start Lever
ON/OFF SWITCH
The ON/OFF switch is located on the trigger
handle and is used to stop the engine. Move the
switch to the OFF position to stop the engine.
PRIMER BULB
The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car-
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.
START LEVER
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 5
seconds, then fulty squeeze the throttle trigger
to deactivate the starting system.
COUPLER
The COUPLER enables optional attach-
ments to be instalted on the unit.
CHAIN TENSION
it is normal for a new chain to stretch during
first 15 minutes of operation, You should
check your chain tension frequently. See
CHAIN TENSION in the SERVICE AND AD-
JUSTMENTS section.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
_ WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel
information in the safety rules before you be-
gin. if you do net understand the safety rules,
de net attempt to fuel your unit. Call
1-800-554-6723,
FUELING ENGINE
_ WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
HELPFUL TIP
\ T°°btainthec°rrect°ilmix I
I ratio, PoUr 3.2 ounces of I
2-cycle synthetic oil into
one gallon Of fresh gas.
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasoline must be mixed with a good quality
synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil
designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.
Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil is
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