Poulan 530163636 Chainsaw User Manual
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1. 30 inches 76 cm CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT You can configure your unit using a trimmer head for grass and light weeds or a weed blade for cutting grass weeds and brush up to 1 2 inch 1 cm in diameter To assemble your unit go to the section for the desired configuration and follow the instructions ASSEMBLY INFORMATION TRIMMER HEAD NOTE Remove the blade and metal shield be fore attaching the plastic shield and trimmer head To remove blade align hole in the dust 6 cup with the hole in the side of the gearbox by rotating the blade Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes This will keep the shaft from turning while loosening the blade nut Remove blade nut by turning clockwise Remove the screwdriver Remove both washers and blade To remove metal shield loosen and remove the four mounting screws See ATTACHING THE METAL SHIELD and INSTALLATION OF THE METAL BLADE for illustrations Be sure to store all parts and instructions for future use INSTALLATION OF THE TRIMMER HEAD NOTE Before installing the trimmer head make sure the dust cup and retaining washer are positioned on the shaft of the gearbox The retaining washer must be positioned with the raised section toward the gearbox 1 Align hole in the dust cup with the hole in the side of the gearbox by rotating the dust cup Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes This will keep the shaft from turn ing while tightening trimmer head 22. Poulan PRO Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d Instructions PPB4000C NOT DESIGNED FOR USE WITH ELECTRIC POWERHEADS NO ESTA DISENADO PARA EL USO CON CABEZAS DE MOTOR ELECTRICO NON CON U POUR L USAGE AVEC BLOC MOTEURS ELECTRIQUES DANGER Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury PELIGRO Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad El no hacerlo puede resultar en le siones graves DANGER Lire le manuel d instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse ments et toutes les instructions de s curit Tout d faut de le faire pourrait entra ner des blessures graves Electrolux Home Products Inc 250 Bobby Jones Expressway Augusta GA 30907 Eq The Electrolux Group The world s No 1 choice KITCHEN CLEANING AND OUTDOOR APPLIANCES COMBINED Copyright 2003 Electrolux Home Products Inc 530164694 12 8 03 m Z O m 7 T l TONVdS43 SIVONVHS IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS DANGER This brushcutter can be dangerous Careless or improper use can cause serious or even fatal injury Read and understand the instruction manual before using the brushcutter Always wear appropriate ear protection eye protection and head protection SAFETY RULES WARNING When using gardening appliances basic safety precautions should always be
3. WARNING Do not use trimmer head as a fastening device for the blade WARNING The blade continues to spin after throttle is released or engine is turned off The coasting blade can throw ob jects or seriously cut you if accidentall touched Stop the blade by contacting the left hand side of coasting blade with material al ready cut Stop coasting blade by contact with cut material C OPERATOR SAFETY Dress properly Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating or performing maintenance on your unit safe ty glasses are available Eye protection should be marked Z87 Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty Always wear heavy long pants long sleeves boots and gloves Wearing safety leg guards is recommended Always wear foot protection Do not go barefoot or wear sandals Stay clear of spin ning line blade Secure hair above shoulder length Secure or remove loose clothing and jewelry or clothing with loosely hanging ties straps tassels etc They can be caught in moving parts Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line blade Stay alert Do not operate unit when you are tired ill upset or under influence of alcohol drugs or medication Watch what you are doing use common sense Wear hearing protection Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building Breathing exhaust fumes can ki
4. Screwdriver it SS wan While holding the screwdriver in position thread trimmer head onto the shaft by turn ing counterclockwise Tighten until secure Dust cup Retaining _ washer i Trimmer head 4 Remove the screwdriver ATTACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD A WARNING The shield must be prop erly installed The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others andis equipped witha line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper length The line limiter blade on under side of shield is sharp and can cut you 1 Remove wing nut from shield Insert bracket into slot on shield Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket 2 3 4 Tighten the wing nut securely Wing Nut o Bracket BLADE NOTE Remove the trimmer head and plastic shield before attaching the metal shield and installing the weed blade To remove the trimmer head align hole in the dust cup with the hole in the side of the gearbox by rotating the dust cup Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes This will keep the shaft from turning while loos ening the trimmer head Remove the trimmer head by turning clockwise Remove the screw driver To remove the plastic shield loosen and remove wing nut Pivot shield to release bracket from slot See INSTALLATION OF THE TRIM MER HEAD and ATTACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD for illustrations Be sure to store all parts and instruc
5. followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury Read and follow all instruc tions Failure to do so can result in serious in jury A DANGER This power tool can be dan gerous This unit can cause serious injury in cluding amputation or blindness to the opera tor and others The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using the unit The operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit Read the entire in struction manual before assembling andusing the unit Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read understand and follow the warn ings and instructions in this manual and on the unit Never allow children to operate this unit SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE UNIT INSTRUCTION MANUAL A DANGER Never use flailing devices A DANGER Blade can thrust violently away from material it does not cut Blade thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs Keep people and animals 50 feet 15 meters away A WARNING Blade trimmer line can throw objects violently You can be blinded or injured Wear eye and leg protection ALWAYS WEAR Eye Protection Thrown objects Leg Be Guards a HE Boots A 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
6. surfaces Apply a coating of oil to the entire surface of the blade wrap it in heavy paper or cloth Check entire attachment for loose screws or nuts Replace any damaged worn or broken parts At the beginning of the next season use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio LIMITED WARRANTY ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS INC warrants to the original purchaser that each new Poulan PRO brand gasoline tool or at tachment is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective gasoline product or attachment as follows from the original date of purchase 2 YEARS Parts and Labor when used for household purposes 90 DAYS Parts and Labor when used for commercial professional or income produc ing purposes 30 DAYS Parts and Labor if used for rental purposes his warranty is not transferable and does not cover damage or liability caused by improper handling improper maintenance or the use of accessories and or attachments not specifi cally recommended by ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS INC for this tool Addi tionally this warranty does not cover tune ups spark plugs filters cutting line or rotating head parts that will wear and require replace ment with reasonable use during the warranty period This warranty does not cover predeliv ery setup or normal adjustments explained in the instruction manual THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RI
7. transporting it in a vehicle Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans porting the unit Use up fuel left in the carbu retor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel va pors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc e Store unit so the blade cannot accidentally cause injury Store unit indoors out of reach of children If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment If you need assistance call 1 800 554 6723 SPECIAL NOTICE Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers hands and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnor mal swellings Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people If symptoms occur such as numbness pain loss of strength change in skin color or texture or loss of feel ing in the fingers hands or joints discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention An anti vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents for the following Brushcutter atta
8. GHTS AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD UCTS INC is to continuously improve its products Therefore ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS INC reserves the right to change modify or discontinue models de signs specifications and accessories of all products at any time without notice or obliga tion to any purchaser
9. OSEN Lower Attachment TIGHTEN Knob 2 Press and hold the locking release button Locking Release Button Rte va Coupler a Lower Attachment 3 While securely holding the upper shaft pull the attachment straight out of the coupler INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH MENTS 1 Remove the shaft cap from the attach ment if present and discard 2 Position locking release button of attach ment into guide recess of upper shaft coupler Coupler Primary Hole 7 Guide Recess es Upper Shaft ee ml Attachment Shaft Release Button 3 Pushthe attachmentinto the coupler until the locking release button snaps into the rimary hole 4 Before using the unit tighten the knob se curely by turning clockwise INSTALLING ATTACHMENT HANGER An attachment hanger is provided for storage when attachmentis notin use To install hang er on attachment 1 Remove the shaft cap from the attach ment if present and discard 2 Press and hold the locking release but ton 3 Push hanger onto the attachment until the locking release button snaps into the hole OPERATING POSITION ALWAYS WEAR g Heavy Long Pants Cut from your left to your right NOTE This brushcutter attachment is not designed for use with electric powerheads When operating unit with brushcutter attach ment clip shoulder strap onto upper shoulder strap clamp standas shown andcheck for the following e Wear eye protection and heavy c
10. Spacer Tabs GS KE 1 Place the upper shoulder strap clamp over the upper shaft above the handlebar 2 Position the lower shoulder strap clamp under the upper shat and align the upper andlower clamp screw holes use spacer tabs between upper and lower clamps if necessary to secure clamp i e for 1 2 5 cm diameter upper shaft O S Spacer Tabs positioned for use on 1 2 5 cm ru upper shaft Upper Shoulder Strap Clamp JJ POWERHEAD or J ATTACHMENT Lower Shoulder Strap Clamp l END Screws 3 Insert two screws into the screw holes 4 Secure shoulder strap clamp by tighten ing screws with the hex wrench 5 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 on your back and the hook is tothe right side of your waist NOTE A one halftwist is built in the shoulder sirap to allow the strap to rest flat on the shoul er 6 Adjust the strap allowing the hook to be about 6 inches below the waist 7 Fasten the strap hook to the clamp and lift the tool to the operating position 8 Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit and balance before starting the engine or beginning a cutting operation NOTE It may be necessary to relocate the shoulder strap clamp on the shaft for proper balancing of unit HARNESS ADJUSTMENT FOR BALANCE 4 12 6 inches inches es oo A j VI waist ems ground a
11. arts and instructions for future use OPERATION KNOW YOUR BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Tighten blade nut firmly with a wrench Screwdriver BLADE The BLADE is designed for cutting grass weeds and brush up to 1 2 inch 1 cm in diameter TRIMMER HEAD The TRIMMER HEAD holds cutting line and is designed for cutting grass and light weeds OPERATING THE COUPLER Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed The optional attachments are MODEL EGC i jected teh ean nn PPB1000E Cultivator PPB2000T Blower PPB3000B WARNING Always disconnect pow erhead spark plug before removing or instal ling attachments REMOVING BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS CAUTION When removing or installing at tachments place the powerhead and attach ment on a flat surface for stability Hanger Gearbox A Blade Shield BLADE SHIELD The BLADE SHIELD provides protection from the spinning blade TRIMMER SHIELD The TRIMMER SHIELD provides protection from the spinning trimmer line 1 Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise Upper Shaft A LO
12. chment Handlebar with clamp and knob Handlebar clamp base with spacer tabs Shoulder strap Upper shoulder strap clam Lower shoulder strap clamp with spacer tabs Handlebar clamp screws 4 Shoulder strap clamp screws 2 4 point weed blade assembled on brush cutter attachment e Large nut for installing blade e Retaining washer e Cupped washer Metal shield assembled on brushcutter at tachment Trimmer head Plastic shield Wing nut screwed onto plastic shield Attachment hanger Hex wrench A WARNING If received assembled re peat 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 ff you need assistance or find that parts are missing or damaged call 1 800 554 6723 TOOLS REQUIRED e Hex wrench provided INSTALLING BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT CAUTION When removing or installing at tachments place the unit on a flat surface for stability 1 Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise 2 Remove the shaft cap from the brushcut ter attachment if present 3 Position locking release button of attach ment into guide recess of coupler 4 Pushthe attachmentinto the coupler until the locking release button snaps into the primary hole 5 Before using the unit tighten the knob se curely by turning clockwise aK Primary Hole Lee RSS Me af Release Button A WARNING Make sure t
13. d engine to return to idle speed when not cutting The blade should not turn while the engine is running at idle If the blade turns at idle do not use your unit Refer to the CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT section of the powerhead manual or contact your autho rized service dealer e Maintain good firm footing while using the unit Do this by planting feet firmly in a com fortable apart position e Cut while swinging the upper part of your body from left to right e As you move forward to the next area to cut be sure to maintain your balance and footing RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION x 2 o clock Cut using the 2 i o clock to 4 o clock Joe osition of the 4 o clock lade WARNING The operator or others must not try to clear away cut material with the engine running or the blade turning to avoid serious injury Stop engine and blade before removing materials wrapped around blade or shaft MAINTENANCE A WARNING Always stop unit and dis connect spark plug wire before performing maintenance CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for re placement of damaged or worn parts e Blade Shield Discontinue use of brushcut ter attachment if blade shield is damaged e Trimmer Shield Discontinue use of brush cutter attachment if trimmer shield is dam aged CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS e Blade nut e Fasteners INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DECALS e After each use inspect co
14. he line into the cutting area The right and wrong ways are shown below Tip of the line does the cutting Line crowded into work area Wrong 7 e Theline will easily remove grass and weeds from around walls fences trees and flower beds but it also can cut the tender bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences For trimming or scalping use less than full throttle to increase line life and decrease head wear especially e During light duty cutting e Near objects around which the line can wrap such as small posts trees or fence wire For mowing or sweeping use full throttle for a good clean job TRIMMING Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches 8 cm above the ground and at an angle Allow only the tip of the line to make contact Do not force trimmer line into work area Trimming 3 inches 8 cm above ground SCALPING The scalping technique re moves unwanted vegetation down to the ground Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches 8 cm above the ground and at an angle Allow the tip of the line to strike the ground around trees posts monuments etc This technique increases line wear Scalping y MOWING Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach In the mowing position keep the line parallel to the ground Avoid pressing the head into the ground as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool SWEEPING The fanning acti
15. he locking re lease button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before operat ing the unit HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY DANGER RISK OF CUT To avoid serious injury the barrier portion of the handlebar must be installed as shown on the upper shaft of the powerhead to provide a barrier between op erator and the spinning blade Attach shaft clamp above arrow on safety warning decal on the upper shaft powerhead end of unit Ensure handlebar is positioned on handlebar clamp be tween the arrows on the handlebar decal NOTE The shaft clamp base has four spacer tabs attached These tabs are pro vided to adapt this attachment for use with powerheads that have a 1 diameter upper shaft the shaft clamp will not tighten down se curely on the 1 diameter upper shaft without using these spacer tabs The tabs must be broken off completely before use and placed over the screw holes on the clamp base These tabs are not needed for powerheads with a 7 8 upper shaft are HANDLEBAR CLAMP BASE Spacer Tabs D ut A CS Gee Spacer Tabs lt lt Ss N a positioned for use on 1 diameter upper shaft 1 Place the shaft clamp over the upper shaft above the arrowon the safety decal 2 Position the clamp base under the upper shaft and align the shaft clamp and clamp base screw holes use spacer tabs be tween shaft clamp and clamp base if nec essary to secure clamp i e for 1 diame ter
16. ll Keep handles free of oil and fuel Always use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap when using brush cutter attachment see ASSEMBLY UNIT MAINTENANCE SAFETY WARNING Disconnect powerhead spark plug or disconnect powerhead from pow er source before performing maintenance Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use Look for and repair fuel leaks before use Keep unit in good working condition Throw away blades that are bent warped cracked broken or damaged in any other way Replace trimmer head parts that are cracked chipped broken or damaged in any other way before using the unit Maintain the unit according to recommended procedures Keep the blade sharp Never use flailing devices wire rope string etc e Use only specified blade make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened Never start engine with clutch shroud re moved The clutch can fly off and cause se rious injury a sure blade stops turning when engine idles Make carburetor adjustments with the lower end supported to prevent the blade from contacting any object Hold the unit by hand do not use the shoulder strap for support Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments Use only recommended Poulan PRO ac cessories and replacement parts Have all maintenance and service not ex plained in this manual performed by an au thorized service dealer FUEL SAFETY e Mix and pour fuel outdo
17. lothing Keep arms extended with right hand holding the trigger handle of powerhead Keep left arm extended with left hand hold ing the handlebar Keep unit below waist level Shoulder strap pad should be centered on your left shoulder and danger sign centered on your back Maintain full weight of tool on left shoulder Without bending over keep the blade near and parallel to the ground and not crowded in to material being cut OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF BRUSHCUTTER ATTACH MENT WITH TRIMMER HEAD A WARNING Always wear eye protec tion Never lean over the trimmer head Rocks or debris can ricochet or be throwninto eyes and face and cause blindness or other serious injury Before trimming bring engine to a speed suffi cient to cut material to be trimmed Do not run the engine at a higher speed than necessary The cutting line will cut efficiently when the engine is run at less than full throttle At lower speeds there is less engine noise and vibration Always release the throttle trigger and allow the engine to return to idle speed when not cutting CUTTING METHODS Awarnine Use minimum speed and do not crowd the line when cutting aroundhard objects rock gravel fence posts etc which can damage the trimmer head become entan ledin the line or be thrown causing a serious azard e The tip of the line does the cuttin You will achieve the best performance and minimum line wear by not crowding t
18. mplete unit for loose or damaged parts Clean the unit and decals using a damp cloth with a mild detergent e Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth BLADE MAINTENANCE A WARNING The blade will continue to spin after the engine stops or after the throttle trigger has been released To avoid serious injury make sure the blade has stopped coasting anddisconnect the spark plug before performing work on the blade WARNING Always replace a blade thatis bent warped cracked broken or dam aged in any other way Never attempt to straighten and reuse a damaged blade Use only specified replacement blade Wear pro tective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the blade to help avoid injury e Check blade for flatness periodically Lay the blade on a flat surface to inspect for flat ness Throw away a blade that is not flat SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING THE LINE Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap but ton 2 Clean entire surface of hub and spool 3 Replace with a pre wound spool or cut two lengths of 12 1 2 feet of 0 080 2 mm di ameter Weed Eater brand line A WARNING Never use wire rope string etc which can break off and becomea dangerous missile 4 Insert ends of the lines about 1 2 inch 1 cm into the small holes on the inside of spool Spool ee Small Holes Line in Notch Line exit holes dl Line in Notch 11 a Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the
19. ntact material it cannot cut such as stumps rocks fences metal etc or clusters of hard woody brush with a diameter greater than 1 2 inch 1 cm Use asharp blade A dull blade is more likely to snag and thrust Cut only at full throttle The blade will have maximum cutting power and is less likely to bind or stall Feed the blade deliberately and not too rapidly The blade can thrust away if it is fed too rapidly Cut only from your left to your right Cutting on right side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator Use the shoulder strap and keep a firm grip on the unit with both hands A properly ad justed shoulder strap will support the weight of the unit freeing your arms and hands to control and guide the cutting motion Keep feet comfortably spread apart and braced for a possible sudden rapid thrust of unit Do not overreach Keep firm footing and balance Keep blade below waist level It will be eas ier to maintain control of unit Do not raise the engine above your waist as the blade can come dangerously close to your body Do not swing the unit with such force that you are in danger of losing your balance Bring the powerhead engine to cutting speed before entering the material to be cut If the blade does not turn when you squeeze the throttle trigger of the powerhead make sure the attachment is fully inserted into the coupler Always release the throttle trigger and allow powerhea
20. ollow ing assembly steps are in the parts bag 1 Remove the retaining washer from the threaded shaft of the gearbox Leave the dust cup on the shaft 2 Install the blade and the retaining washer over the threaded shaft 3 Make sure the raised part of the retaining washer is facing the gearbox and the raised area fits into the hole in the center of the blade 4 Slide the blade and retaining washer onto the shaft of the gearbox 5 Place the cupped washer onto the shaft Make sure the cupped side of the washer is toward the blade 6 Install the blade nut by threading onto the shaft counterclockwise Gearbox Shield Retaining Blade Washer gt Cupped Washer Co EP NOTE Make sure all parts are in place as illus trated and the blade is sandwiched between the dust cup and the retaining washer There should be no space between the blade and the dust cup or the retaining washer 7 Align hole in dust cup with hole in side of gearbox by rotating the blade 8 Insert a small screwdriver into aligned 9 holes This will keep the shaft from turn while holding screwdriver in position ing while tightening the blade nut 10 Remove the screwdriver 11 Turn blade by hand If the blade binds against the shield or appears to be un even the blade is not centered and you must reinstall NOTE To remove blade insert screwdriver into aligned holes Unthread the nut and remove parts Be sure to store p
21. on of the rotat 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 BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT e Blade Thrust is a reaction that only occurs when using a bladed unit This reaction can cause serious injury such as amputation Carefully study this section It is important that you understand what causes blade thrust how you can reduce the chance of its occur ring and how you can remain in control of unit if blade thrust occurs WHAT CAUSES BLADE THRUST Blade Thrust can occur when spinning blade con tacts an object that it does not cut This contact causes blade to stop for an instant and then suddenly move or thrust away from object that was hit The thrusting reaction can be violent enough to cause operator to be pro pelled in any direction and lose control of unit The uncontrolled unit can cause serious injury if blade contacts operator or others WHEN BLADE THRUST OCCURS Blade Thrust can occur without warning if the blade snags stalls or binds This is more likely to occur in areas where it is diffi cult to see the material being cut By using the unit properly the occurrence of blade thrust will be reduced and the operator will be less likely to lose control Cut only grass weeds and woody brush up to 1 2 inch 1 cm in diameter with weed blade Do not let blade co
22. ors Keep away from sparks or flames Use a container approved for fuel Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit or while using the unit Avoid spilling fuel or oil Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine love at least 10 feet 3 meters away from fu eling site before starting engine Stop engine and allow it to cool before re moving fuel cap e Remove fuel cap slowly CUTTING SAFETY A WARNING Inspect the area to be cut before each use Remove objects rocks bro ken glass nails wire string etc which can be thrown or become entangled in the blade or trimmer line e Keepothers including children animals by standers and helpers at least 50 feet 15 meters away Stop the engine immediately if you are approached Always keep engine on the right hand side of your body e Hold the unit firmly with both hands Keep firm footing and balance Do not over reach Keep blade trimmer head below waist level Do not raise powerhead engine above your waist Keep all parts of your body away from spin ning line blade and muffler Cut from your left to your right Cutting on the right side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator e Use only in daylight or good artificial light e Use only for jobs explained in this manual TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE Stop the powerhead engine before carrying unit Keep muffler away from your body Allow engine to cool and secure unit before storing or
23. spool Wind in the direction of the arrows found on the spool Push the lines into the notches leaving 3 to 5 inches 7 12 cm unwound Insert the lines into the the exit holes in the hub as shown in the illustration Align the notches with the line exit holes Push spool into hub until it snaps into place om N p 10 Pull the lines extending outside of the hub to release the lines from the notches TRIMMER HEAD REPLACEMENT Refer to the ASSEMBLY section for trimmer head replacement instructions and illustra tions BLADE REPLACEMENT Refer to the ASSEMBLY section for blade re placement instructions and illustrations STORAGE WARNING Perform the following steps after each use e Allow attachment and gearbox to cool be fore storing or ene e Store attachment with blade shield in place Position attachment so that any sharp ob ject cannot accidentally cause injury e Store the attachmentin a dry well ventilated area out of the reach of children SEASONAL STORAGE Prepare attachment for storage at end of sea son or if it will not be used for 30 days or more If your brushcutter attachment is to be stored for a period of time e Clean the entire attachment e Inspect the blade shield area and clean any dirt grass leaves or debris that has col lected Inspect the blade and blade shield replace a blade that is bent warped cracked broken or damaged in any other way Lightly oil external metal
24. tions for future use Never use the trimmer head with the metal blade installed ATTACHING THE METAL SHIELD A WARNING The metal shield must be properly installed on the tool anytime the tool is used with a blade The forward tip of the metal shield helps to reduce the occurrence of blade thrust which can cause serious injury such as amputation to the operator or by standers Failure to install the shield in the position shown can result in serious injury to the operator The length of the shield must be aligned with the length of the shaft 1 Place the metal shield under the gearbox and align the screw holes ale Gearbox Shield 2 Insert and thread the 4 mounting screws through the holes of the gearbox and the metal shield Tighten evenly and secure ly with the hex wrench provided INSTALLATION OF THE METAL BLADE A WARNING Wear protective gloves when handling or erformin maintenance on the blade to avoid injury The blade is sharp and can cut you even an it is not moving WARNING 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 NOTE The dust cup and retaining washer are located on the gearbox shaft and not in the parts bag All other fasteners mentioned in the f
25. upper shaft Handlebar A POWERHEAD END Handlebar Clamp between arrows on amp handlebar oe Clamp Clamp es Knob me Base E Clamp N KS Screws Arrow on Safety Decal ATTACHMENT END 3 Insert the four screws into the screw holes 4 Secure shaft clamp by tightening screws with the hex wrench 5 Position the handlebar as shown ensur ing the handlebar is positioned on the handlebar clamp between the arrows on the handlebar decal 6 Retighten handlebar by turning clamp knob clockwise until handlebar is secure and stationary in clamp clamp knob can not be overtightened SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY WARNING Proper shoulder strap and handlebar adjustments must be made with the engine completely stopped before us ing unit The shoulder strap clamp must be installed as shown above the handlebar on the upper shaft powerhead end of unit NOTE The lower shoulder strap clamp has two spacer tabs attached These tabs are pro vided to adapt this attachment for use with powerheads that have a 1 2 5 cm diameter upper shaft the shoulder strap clamp will not tighten down securely on the 1 2 5 cm diam eter upper shaft without using these spacer tabs The tabs must be broken off completely before use and placed over the screw holes on the lower shoulder strap clamp These tabs are not needed for powerheads with a 7 8 2 2 cm upper shaft LOWER SHOULDER STRAP CLAMP gt
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