Poulan Pro PP325 Instruction Manual page 8

KNOW YOUR UNIT
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.
T_mmer Head Muffler
_'_ _ Shaft Handlebar
Line Limiter/" Shield X4_ Throttle Trigger
Blade
Blade
ON/OFF SWITCH
The ON/OFF switch is located on the trigger
handle and is used to stop the engh_e. 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.
Primer Bulb
Start Lever
Starter Handle
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
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.
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.
HELPFUL TIP
I
To obtain the correct oil mix I
p_ ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of I
'/ 2-cycle synthetic oil into I
one gallon of fresh gas. I
This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded 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. Poulae/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
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 gasoline, shake container mo-
mentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly
mixed, Always read and fotlow the safety
rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels
(called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol)
can attract moisture which leads to separation
and formation of acids during storage, Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage. To avoid engine problems,
empty the fuel system before storage for 30
days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the en-
gine and let it run until the fuel lines and carbure-
tor are empty, Use fresh fuel next season. Nev-
er use engine or carburetor cleaner products in
the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
See the STORAGE section for additional in-
formation.