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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
PP445
For Occasional Use Only
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
ADVERTENCIA:
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en le-
siones graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse-
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le
faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
250 Bobby Jones Expressway
Augusta, GA 30907
Copyright E2002 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
530163323
9/18/02
S Do not handle or operate a pruner when you S Make certain the chain stops moving when
are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken
alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in
good physical condition and mentally alert. If
the throttle trigger is released.
correction, refer to CARBURETOR
ADJUSTMENTS.
For
you have any condition that might be S Never modify your unit in any way.
aggravated by strenuous work, check with
doctor before operating a pruner.
S Carefully plan your pruning operation in S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and
S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil
or fuel mixture.
advance. Do not start cutting until you have
a clear work area, secure footing, and a
planned retreat path.
fasteners securely tightened.
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower
end supported to prevent chain from
contacting any object.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If S Keep others away when making carburetor
you need assistance, contact your authorized
service dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.
adjustments.
S Use only Poulan PROR accessories and
replacement parts as recommended.
OPERATE YOUR PRUNER SAFELY
S Do not operate a pruner with one hand.
Serious injury to the operator, helpers,
bystanders or any combination of these
persons may result from one-handed
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
S Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the pruner.
S Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in
the areas where fuel is mixed or poured.
There should be no smoking, open flames,
or work that could cause sparks. Allow
engine to cool before refueling.
S Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on bare
ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well
ventilated place; and use an approved,
marked container for all fuel purposes.
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fueling
site before starting engine.
S Turn the engine off and let unit cool in a
non-combustible area, not on dry leaves,
straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap
and refuel unit.
operation.
A
pruner is intended for
two-handed use.
S Operate the pruner only in a well-ventilated
outdoor area.
S Do not operate pruner from a ladder or in a
tree.
S Do not use a pruner to cut down trees or any
portion of the tree trunk.
S Only use for pruning limbs or branches not
greater than 4 inches in diameter.
S Never stand under the limb you are pruning.
Always position yourself out of the path of
falling debris.
S Do not cut small brush and saplings with the
pruner. Slender matter may catch in the
chain and be whipped toward you, pulling
you off balance.
S Make sure the chain will not make contact
with any object while starting the engine.
Never try to start the unit when the guide
bar is in a cut.
S Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
KICKBACK
S Do not put pressure on the pruner at the end
of the cut. Applying pressure can cause you
to lose control when the cut is completed.
S Do not run the unit at high speed when not
pruning.
WARNING: Avoid kickback which
can result in serious injury. Kickback is the
backward, upward or sudden forward motion
of the guide bar occurring when the chain
near the upper tip of the guide bar contacts
any object such as a log or branch, or when
the wood closes in and pinches the chain in
the cut. Contacting a foreign object in the
wood can also result in loss of control.
S Rotational Kickback can occur when the
moving chain contacts an object at the upper
tip of the guide bar. This contact can cause
the chain to dig into the object, which stops
the chain for an instant. The result is a
lightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the
guide bar up and back toward the operator.
S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the wood
closes in and pinches the moving chain in
the cut along the top of the guide bar and the
chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden
stopping of the chain results in a reversal of
the chain force used to cut wood and
causes the pruner to move in the opposite
direction of the chain rotation. The pruner is
driven straight back toward the operator.
S Pull-In can occur when the moving chain
contacts a foreign object in the wood in the cut
along the bottom of the guide bar and the
S If you strike or become entangled with a
foreign object, stop the engine immediately
and check for damage. Have any damage
repaired by an authorized service dealer
before attempting further operations.
S Do not operate a pruner that is damaged,
improperly adjusted, or not completely and
securely assembled. Always replace bar
and chain immediately if it becomes
damaged, broken or is otherwise removed.
S Always stop the unit when work is delayed
or when walking from one cutting location to
another. Stop the engine before setting the
unit down.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual
(or manuals for optional attachments).
MAINTAIN YOUR PRUNER IN GOOD
WORKING ORDER
S Have all service performed by a qualified
service dealer with the exception of the
items listed in the maintenance section of
this manual.
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chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden S Stand with your weight evenly balanced on
stopping pulls the pruner forward and away both feet.
from the operator and could easily cause the S Stand slightly to the left side of the pruner to
operator to lose control of the pruner.
keep your body from being in a direct line
with the cutting chain.
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF
KICKBACK
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
The following features are included on your
pruner to help reduce the hazard of kickback;
however, such features will not totally elimi-
nate this danger. As a pruner user, do not rely
only on safety devices. You must follow all
safety precautions, instructions, and mainte-
nance in this manual to help avoid kickback
and other forces which can result in serious
injury.
S Recognize that kickback can happen. With
a basic understanding of kickback, you can
reduce the element of surprise which
contributes to accidents.
S Never let the moving chain contact any
object at the tip of the guide bar.
S Keep the working area free from
obstructions such as other trees, branches,
rocks, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid any
obstruction that your chain could hit while
you are cutting. When cutting a branch, do
not let the guide bar contact branch or other
objects around it.
S Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar, designed
with a small radius tip which reduces the
size of the kickback danger zone on the bar
tip.
Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar
S Keep your chain sharp and properly
tensioned. A loose or dull chain can
increase the chance of kickback occurring.
Follow manufacturer’s chain sharpening
and maintenance instructions.
Check
tension at regular intervals with the engine
stopped, never with the engine running.
Make sure the bar clamp nut is securely
tightened after tensioning the chain.
S Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If
the chain is moving at a slower speed, there
is greater chance of kickback occurring.
S Cut one branch at a time.
Small Radius Tip
Symme
S Use extreme caution when re-entering a
previous cut.
Large Radius Tip
S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with
a
S Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of
the bar (plunge cuts).
S Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that
could close a cut and pinch or fall into chain.
S Use the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar and
Low--Kickback Chain specified for your unit.
contoured depth gauge and guard link
which deflect kickback force and allow
wood to gradually ride into the cutter.
Contoured Depth Gauge
Elongated Guard Link
MAINTAIN CONTROL
Deflects
kickback force
Low---Kickback
and allows wood
Chain
to gradually ride
into cutter
Can Obstruct Material
Not a Low---Kickback Chain
SAFETY 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 ab-
normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel dam-
age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
S Keep a good, firm grip on the pruner with strength, change in skin color or texture, or
both hands when the engine is running and loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
don’t let go. A firm grip will help you reduce discontinue the use of this tool and seek med-
kickback and maintain control. Keep the ical attention. An anti--vibration system does
fingers of your left hand encircling and your not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
left thumb under the assist handle. Keep lems. Users who operate power tools on a
your right hand completely around the
throttle handle whether your are right
handed or left handed.
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi-
tion of this tool.
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SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark
arresting screen which meets the require-
ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All
U.S. forest land and the states of California,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-
gon, and Washington require by law that
many internal combustion engines be
equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you
operate in a locale where such regulations ex-
ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining
the operating condition of these parts. Failure
to do so is a violation of the law. For normal
homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest-
ing screen will not require any service. After
50 hours of use, we recommend that your
muffler be serviced or replaced by an autho-
rized service dealer.
Eye Protection
50 ft.
(15 m)
Boots
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet
(15 meters) away. Stop unit immediately if ap-
proached.
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
trimmed before each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which
can be thrown by or become entangled in line.
Hard objects can damage the trimmer head
and be thrown causing serious injury.
S Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing and
sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or
hedge trimming.
S Cut from your right to your left. Cutting on
left side of the shield will throw debris away
from the operator.
EDGER SAFETY
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS
WARNING: For each optional at-
tachment used, read entire instruction manu-
al before use and follow all warnings and in-
structions in manual and on attachment.
WARNING: Ensure handlebar is
installed when using edger or brushcutter at-
tachments. Attach handlebar above arrow on
safety label on the upper tube (engine end of
unit). If your edger or brushcutter attachment
does not include a handlebar, a handlebar ac-
cessory kit (#530071451) is available from
your authorized service dealer.
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
edged before each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which
can be thrown by the blade or can wrap
around the shaft.
S Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger
is released. The blade can seriously cut
you or others.
S Allow blade to stop before removing it from
the cut.
Handlebar
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY
DANGER: Never use blades with line
trimmer attachment. Never use flailing de- S Throw away blades that are bent, warped,
vices with any attachment. Use of any other
accessories with line trimmer attachment will
increase the risk of injury.
cracked, broken or damaged in any other
way. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged before using the unit.
S Do not attempt to remove cut material nor
hold material to be cut when the engine is
running or when cutting blade is moving.
S Always keep the wheel and depth adjusting
skid in contact with the ground.
S Always push the unit slowly over the
ground. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks,
holes in the terrain, large roots, etc.
WARNING: Trimmer line throws ob-
jects violently. You and others can be blinded/in-
jured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body S Always use the handlebar when using edg-
parts clear of rotating line.
er attachment.
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jects or seriously cut you if accidentally
touched. Stop the blade by contacting the
right hand side of the coasting blade with ma-
terial already cut.
BLOWER/VACUUM SAFETY
WARNING:
Inspect area before
starting unit. Remove all debris and hard ob-
jects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can
ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury
or damage during operation.
S
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S Do not set unit on any surface except a
clean, hard area while engine is running.
Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass,
etc., could be picked up by the air intake
and thrown out through discharge opening,
damaging unit, property, or causing serious
injury to bystanders or operator.
S Never place objects inside the blower
tubes, vacuum tubes or blower outlet. Al-
ways direct the blowing debris away from
people, animals, glass, and solid objects
such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The
force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to
be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt
people or animals, break glass, or cause
other damage.
S Never run unit without the proper equip-
ment attached. When using your unit as a
blower, always install blower tubes.
S Check air intake opening, blower tubes or
vacuum tubes frequently, always with en-
gine stopped and spark plug disconnected.
Keep vents and discharge tubes free of de-
bris which can accumulate and restrict
proper air flow.
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks,
broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be
thrown or become entangled in the blade or
trimmer line.
S Throw away and replace blades that are
bent, warped, cracked, broken or damaged
in any other way.
S Install required shield properly before using
the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal
blade use.
WARNING: Only use brushcutter at-
tachments that provide a metal shield with
proboscis nose.
S Never place any object in air intake opening
as this could restrict proper air flow and
cause damage to the unit.
S Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-
ers, or other substances which may contain
toxic materials.
Proboscis
nose
S To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf
or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,
ashtrays, etc.
BRUSHCUTTER SAFETY
S Use only specified blade and make sure it is
properly installed and securely fastened.
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on
the right side of the shield will throw debris
away from the operator.
S Always use the handlebar and a properly
adjusted shoulder strap with blade (see AS-
SEMBLY instructions in brushcutter attach-
ment instruction manual).
DANGER: Blade can thrust violently
away from material it does not cut. Blade
thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs.
CULTIVATOR SAFETY
WARNING: Rotating tines can cause
serious injury. Keep away from rotating tines.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug
before unclogging tines or making repairs.
WARNING: Do not use trimmer head
as a fastening device for the blade.
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
WARNING: The blade continues to
cultivated before starting the unit. Remove all
spin after the throttle is released or engine is debris and hard and sharp objects such as
turned off. The coasting blade can throw ob- rocks, vines, branch-- es, rope, string, etc.
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S Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that
might stop the tines. If heavy contact oc-
curs, stop the engine and inspect the unit
for damage.
S Never operate the cultivator without the tine
cover in place and properly secured.
S Keep the tines and guard clear of debris.
S After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug and inspect the cul-
tivator for damage. Repair before restarting.
S Disconnect attachment from the drive en-
gine before cleaning the tines with a hose
and water to remove any build--up. Oil the
tines to prevent rust.
S Always wear gloves when servicing or
cleaning the tines. The tines become very
sharp from use.
S Do not run unit at high speed unless culti-
vating.
WARNING: Never lean over dis-
charge chute. Rocks or debris could be
thrown into the eyes and face and cause seri-
ous injury or blindness.
WARNING: Inspect the area where
the unit is to be used. Remove objects that
could be thrown or damage the unit. Some
objects may be hidden by fallen snow -- be
alert for the possibility.
S Direct material discharge away from glass
enclosures, automobiles, etc.
S Do not run engine at high speed while not
removing snow.
S Be attentive when using the snowthrower,
and stay alert for holes in the terrain and
other hidden hazards.
S Make sure the rotor will spin freely before
attaching the snowthrower to the power-
head.
S If the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen
ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before
attempting to operate under power.
S Keep the rotor clear of debris.
S Do not throw snow near other people. The
snow thrower could propel small objects at
high speed causing injury.
S After striking a foreign object, stop the en-
gine, disconnect spark plug and inspect the
snowthrower for damage and repair if nec-
essary before restarting unit.
S Never operate the snowthrower near glass
enclosures, automobiles and trucks.
S Never attempt to use the snowthrower on a
roof.
S Never operate the snowthrower near win-
dow wells, dropoffs, etc.
S Never discharge snow onto public roads or
near moving traffic.
S Clear snow from slopes by going up and
down; never across. Use caution when
changing directions. Never clear snow
from steep slopes.
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY
DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE -- Blade
moves momentarily after the trigger is re-
leased. Do not attempt to clear away cut ma-
terial when the blade is in motion. Make sure
the switch is in the OFF position, the spark
plug wire is disconnected, and the blade has
stopped moving before removing jammed
material from the cutting blade. Do not grab or
hold the unit by the cutting blade.
Blades move
momentarily
after the
Allow blades to stop
before removing
them from the cut.
is
d.
WARNING: Inspect the area before
starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard
objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that
can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause
injury or damage during operation.
S Do not use a cutting blade that is bent,
warped, cracked, broken or damaged in any
other way. Have worn or damaged parts re-
placed by your authorized service dealer.
S Always keep unit in front of your body.
Keep all parts of your body away from the
cutting blade.
S Keep the cutting blade and air vents clear of
debris.
SNOW THROWER SAFETY
WARNING: Keep hands and feet
away from the rotor when starting or running
the engine. Never attempt to clear the rotor
S Let snowthrower run for a few minutes after
clearing snow so moving parts do not
freeze.
with the engine/motor running. Stop engine S Look behind and use care when backing
and disconnect spark plug before unclogging
snow or debris from discharge chute or when
adjusting vanes.
up. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or fal-
ling, especially when operating in reverse.
S Know how to stop quickly.
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ASSEMBLY
SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure.
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap
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 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.
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: It may be necessary to relocate the
shoulder strap clamp on the shaft for proper
balancing of unit.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
TO RELOCATE SHOULDER STRAP
CLAMP:
1. Loosen and remove both clamp screws.
2. Place the upper shoulder strap clamp
over the upper tube.
Coupler
LOOSEN
3. Position the lower shoulder strap clamp
under the upper tube and align the upper
and lower clamp screw holes.
TIGHTEN
Knob
houlder
amp
2. Remove the tube cap from the pruner at-
tachment (if present).
POWERHEAD
END
3. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of coupler.
4. Push the attachment into 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.
ATTACHMENT
Lower Shoulder
END
Strap Clamp
Screws
Coupler
Primary Hole
Guide Recess
4. Insert two screws into the screw holes.
5. Secure shoulder strap clamp by tighten-
ing screws with a hex wrench.
ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE
Locking/
Release
Button
Upper
Tube
Lower
Attachment
WARNING: When adjusting the as-
sist handle, be sure it remains between the
coupler and the
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
WARNING: Make sure the locking/
release button is locked in the primary hole
and the knob is securely tightened before op-
erating the unit. All attachments are designed
to be used in the primary hole.
the throttle trigger and the
upper arrow
(closest to engine) on the safety label.
For optional attachments, see the AS- 1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
SEMBLY section of the applicable attach- 2. Rotate the handle on the tube to an up-
ment instruction manual.
right position; retighten wing nut.
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR PRUNER
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE 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.
Assist Handle
Shoulder Strap Clamp
Fuel mix
fill cap
Starter Handle
Attachment Hanger
Primer
Bulb
Bar oil fill cap
Chain
ottle Trigger
Choke
Lever
Bar
Bar nut
Muffler
moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE
position. After the engine attempts to start, move
the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.
Once engine has started, move the choke lever
to the OFF CHOKE position.
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
COUPLER
The COUPLER enables optional attach-
ments to be installed on the unit.
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.
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
CHOKE
The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine CHAIN TENSION in the SERVICE AND AD-
to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by JUSTMENTS section.
Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container
momentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly
mixed. Always read and follow the safety rules
relating to fuel before fueling your 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.
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION
The bar and chain require lubrication. The chain
oiler provides continuous lubrication to the chain
and guide bar. Be sure to fill the bar oil tank
when you fill the fuel tank (Capacity = 4.6 fl. oz.).
Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain.
Too little oil will cause overheating shown by
smoke coming from the chain and/or discolor-
ation of the bar. The oil output is automatically
metered during operation. Always fill the bar oil
tank when you fill the fuel tank.
FUELING ENGINE
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly
when refueling.
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
recommended. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio
of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2
ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of
unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive
oil or boat oil. These oils will cause engine
damage. When mixing fuel, follow
instructions printed on container.
Genuine PoulanR or Poulan PROR bar and
chain oil is recommended to protect your unit
against excessive wear from heat and fric-
tion. PoulanR or Poulan PROR oil resists
high temperature thinning. If PoulanR or
Poulan PROR bar and chain oil is not avail-
able, use a good grade SAE 30 oil.
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S Never use waste oil for bar and chain
lubrication.
S Always stop the engine before removing
the oil cap.
4. Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE by
aligning lever with position shown on de-
cal (see illustration below).
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 stor-
age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system
of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, empty the fuel system before stor-
age for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,
start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
Choke
position
decal
5. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold
through all remaining steps.
6. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-
gine sounds as if it is trying to start, but do
not pull rope more than 6 times.
7. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying
to start, move choke lever to HALF
CHOKE by aligning lever with position
shown on decal (see illustration below).
See the STORAGE section for additional in-
formation.
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position.
S If engine does not stop, move choke lever
to the FULL CHOKE position.
Choke
position
decal
ON/OFF Switch
8. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,
but no more than 6 pulls. If the engine
doesn’t start after 6 pulls (at the HALF
CHOKE position), move the choke lever to
the FULL CHOKE position and press the
primer bulb 6 times. Squeeze and hold the
throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2
more times. Move the choke lever to the
HALF CHOKE position and pull the starter
rope until the engine runs, but no more than
6 pulls. If the engine doesn’t start, repeat
procedure 2 additional times.
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
WARNING: Make sure the chain will
not make contact with any object while start-
ing the engine. Never try to start the unit when
the guide bar is in a cut. Avoid any contact
with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause seri-
ous burns.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
NOTE: If engine still doesn’t start, it is
probably flooded. Proceed to STARTING A
FLOODED ENGINE.
9. Once the engine starts, allow it to run 10 se-
conds, then move the choke lever to OFF
CHOKE by aligning lever with position
shown on decal (see illustration below). Al-
low the unit to run for 30 more seconds at
OFF CHOKE before releasing the throttle
trigger. NOTE: If engine dies with the
choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position,
move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE
position and pull the rope until engine runs,
but no more than 6 pulls.
Starting Position
Starter Handle
Choke
Lever
Primer Bulb
Choke
position
decal
Muffler
1. Set unit on a flat surface.
2. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
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3. While securely holding the engine and
upper tube, pull the attachment straight
out of the coupler.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
2. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
3. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger.
Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until
the engine runs smoothly.
4. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,
but no more than 5 pulls.
5. Allow engine to run 15 seconds, then
move the choke lever to the OFF CHOKE
position.
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter
rope 5 more pulls. If engine still does not run, it
is probably flooded.
INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH-
MENTS
1. Remove the tube cap from the attach-
ment (if present).
2. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of coupler.
3. Push the attachment into the coupler until
the locking/release button snaps into the
primary hole.
4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-
curely by turning clockwise.
Primary Hole
Coupler
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by placing
the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position;
then, pull the rope to clear the engine of ex-
cess fuel. This could require pulling the starter
handle many times depending on how badly
the unit is flooded.
If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-554-6723.
Guide Recess
Locking/ Attachment
Release
Button
Upper
Tube
OPERATING THE COUPLER
WARNING: Make sure the locking/
release button is locked in the primary hole
and the knob is securely tightened before op-
erating the unit.
This model is equipped with a coupler which
enables optional attachments to be installed.
The optional attachments are:
MODEL:
Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PP1000E
Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PP2000T
Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PP3000B
Brushcutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PP4000C
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
HANGER
An attachment hanger is provided for storage
when attachment is not in use.
To install hanger on attachment:
1. Remove the tube cap from the attach-
ment (if present) and discard.
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
3. Push hanger onto the attachment until the
locking/release button snaps into the hole.
WARNING: Always stop unit and dis-
connect spark plug before removing or instal-
ling attachments.
REMOVING PRUNER ATTACHMENT
(OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACH-
MENTS)
OPERATING POSITION
ALWAYS WEAR:
Head
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.
Protection
Eye
Protection
Upper Tube
Coupler
LOOSEN
Lower
Attachment
Long Pants
Heavy Shoes
TIGHTEN
Knob
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
Locking/Release
Button
DANGER: Do not extend arms above
shoulders while pruning. Do not stand be-
neath branch being cut.
WARNING: Always wear head, eye,
hearing, foot and body protection to reduce
the risk of injury when operating this unit.
Coupler
Lower Attachment
Upper Tube
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When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto When ready to cut, accelerate to full throttle
clamp, stand as shown and check for the fol-
lowing:
and apply a light cutting pressure. DO NOT
use back and forth sawing action.
S Extend your left arm and hold assist handle
with your left hand.
S Hold throttle grip with your right hand with
finger on throttle trigger.
S Keep engine end below waist level.
S Keep shoulder strap pad centered on your
left shoulder and danger sign centered on
your back.
S Maintain full weight of tool on your left
shoulder.
Second cut
Third cut
Always release the throttle trigger and allow
the engine to return to idle speed when not
pruning.
Collar
To stop engine:
S Release the throttle trigger.
S Move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF posi-
tion.
First cut
PRUNING
Pruning technique
WARNING: Be alert for and guard
against kickback. Do not allow the moving
chain to contact any other branches or ob-
jects at the nose of the guide bar when prun-
ing. Allowing such contact can result in seri-
ous injury.
1. Make the first cut 6 inches from the tree
trunk on the bottom of the limb. Use top of
guide bar to make this cut. Cut 1/3
through the diameter of the limb.
NOTE: When making the second and third
cuts, rest the foot of the pruner against the
tree limb that is being cut to prevent whipping
of the branch.
IMPORTANT POINTS
S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly
gripped on the pruner. Maintain secure
footing and balance.
S Plan cut carefully. Check direction branch
will fall.
S Watch out for springpoles. Springpoles are
small size limbs which can catch the chain
and whip toward you or pull you off balance.
Use extreme caution when cutting small size
limbs or slender material.
S Watch out for branches immediately behind
the branch being pruned. If the chain hits
the rear branch, damage to the unit may
occur.
S Be alert for springback. Watch out for
branches that are bent or under pressure.
Avoid being struck by the branch or the
pruner when the tension in the wood fibers
is released.
Foot
S Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear
branches out of the way to avoid tripping
over them.
2. Next, move 2 -- 4 inches farther out on the
limb and make a second cut all the way
through the limb.
3. Then, make a final cut leaving a 1 -- 2 inch
collar from the trunk of the tree to avoid
damage to the tree.
S Long branches should be removed in
several pieces.
PRUNING TECHNIQUE
MAINTENANCE
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S ON/OFF Switch -- Ensure ON/OFF switch
functions properly by moving the switch to
the OFF position. Make sure engine stops;
then restart engine and continue.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Spark Plug Boot
S Air Filter
S Fuel tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle Screw
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S Oil tank -- Discontinue use of unit if oil tank 7. Use the screwdriver end of the bar tool to
shows signs of damage or leaks.
move chain around guide bar.
8. If chain does not rotate, it is too tight.
Slightly loosen bar clamp nut and loosen
chain by turning the adjusting screw 1/4
turn counterclockwise. Retighten bar
clamp nut.
9. If chain is too loose, it will sag below the
guide bar and needs to be tightened fol-
lowing above procedure.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA-
BELS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CHECK CHAIN TENSION
WARNING: DO NOT operate the
pruner if the chain is loose. If the pruner is oper-
ated with a loose chain, the chain could jump off
the guide bar and result in serious injury.
WARNING: Wear protective gloves
when handling chain. The chain is sharp and
can cut you even when it is not moving. Make
chain adjustments with lower end supported.
Chain tension is very important. Chains
stretch during use. This is especially true dur-
ing the first few times you use your pruner. Al-
ways check chain tension each time you use
and refuel your unit.
1. Use the screwdriver end of the chain ad-
justment tool (bar tool) to move chain
around guide bar to ensure kinks do not
exist. The chain should rotate freely.
CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS
A sharp chain makes wood chips. A dull chain
makes a sawdust powder and cuts slowly.
See CHAIN SHARPENING in the SERVICE
AND ADJUSTMENTS section.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-
ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after every
5 hours of operation.
Chain Adjustment T
1. Clean the cover and the area around it to
keep dirt from falling into the carburetor
chamber when the cover is removed.
2. Remove parts by pressing button to re-
lease air filter cover.
ide
Bar
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or
producing harmful evaporative emissions, do
not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable
solvent.
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.
4. Allow filter to dry.
2. Loosen bar clamp nut until it is finger tight
against the bar clamp.
5. Add a few drops of oil to the filter;
squeeze the filter to distribute oil.
6. Replace parts.
Adjusting Screw
Bar clamp nut
Air Filter
Button
3. Turn adjusting screw clockwise until
chain solidly contacts bottom of guide bar
rail. Then, turn adjusting screw an addi-
tional 1/4 turn.
Air Filter
Cover
Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn
BAR MAINTENANCE
4. Using bar tool, roll chain around guide bar
to ensure all links are in bar groove.
If your pruner cuts to one side, has to be
forced through the cut, or been run with an im-
proper amount of bar lubrication it may be
necessary to service your bar. A worn bar will
damage your chain and make cutting difficult.
After each use, ensure ON/OFF switch is in
the OFF position, then clean all sawdust from
the guide bar and sprocket hole.
5. Lift up tip of guide bar to check for sag.
Release tip of guide bar, then turn adjust-
ing screw 1/4 turn clockwise. Repeat until
sag does not exist.
6. While lifting tip of guide bar, tighten bar
clamp nut securely with the bar tool.
To maintain guide bar:
S Move ON/OFF switch to the OFF position
and disconnect spark plug.
S Loosen and remove bar clamp nut and
chain brake. Remove bar and chain from
pruner.
S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after
each 5 hours of operation.
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LUBRICATION
Remove Sawdust From
Guide Bar Groove
Bar Oil
Fill Cap
Oil Holes
S See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL under
S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal
process of rail wear. Remove these burrs
with a flat file.
the OPERATION section.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set
spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Ignition timing is
fixed and nonadjustable.
restore square edges and sides.
File Rail Edges
and Sides
Square
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and
discard.
Worn Groove
Correct Groove
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
socket wrench.
Replace guide bar when the groove is worn,
the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when
excess heating or burring of the rails occurs. If
replacement is necessary, use only the guide
bar specified for your pruner in the repair
parts list.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
Cutter
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance, service, or
adjustments except for carburetor adjustments.
Tip of
Bar
Drivelink
CHAIN SHARPENING
Chain sharpening is a complicated task that
requires special tools. We recommended you
refer chain sharpening to a professional chain
sharpener.
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIRECTION OF ROTATION
CHAIN REPLACEMENT
WARNING: Wear protective gloves
when handling chain. The chain is sharp and
can cut you even when it is not moving.
It is normal for a new chain to stretch during the
first 15 minutes of operation. You should re-
check your chain tension frequently and adjust
the chain tension as required. See CHAIN TEN-
SION section.
Depth Gauge
Cutters
Drive Links
Replace the old chain when it becomes worn or
damaged. Use only the Low-Kickback replace-
ment chain specified in the repair parts list.
TO REPLACE CHAIN:
1. Move ON/OFF switch to the OFF position
and disconnect spark plug.
2. Remove bar clamp nut.
3. Remove bar clamp.
4. Turn adjusting screw by hand counter-
clockwise until adjusting pin just touches
the stop.
5. Slide guide bar behind sprocket until
guide bar stops against sprocket.
6. Remove the old chain.
7. Carefully remove new chain from pack-
age. Hold chain with the drive links as
shown.
8. Place chain over sprocket, fitting the
drive links in the sprocket.
9. Fit bottom of drive links between the teeth
in the sprocket in the nose of the guide
bar.
10. Fit chain drive links into bar groove.
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11. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug S Engine will not idle when the throttle is re-
in guide bar groove. Ensure all drive links
are in the bar groove.
leased.
S The chain moves at idle.
Make adjustments with the unit supported so
12. Now, install bar clamp making sure the
adjusting pin is positioned in the lower the pruner is off the ground and the chain will
hole in the guide bar.
not make contact with any object. Hold the
unit by hand while running and making adjust-
ments. Keep all parts of your body away from
the chain and muffler.
Lower Hole
Adjusting Pin
Guide Bar
Idle Speed Screw
13. Install bar clamp nut and finger tighten
only. Do not tighten any further at this
point. Proceed to the CHAIN ADJUST-
MENT section.
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
See CHECK CHAIN TENSION in MAINTE-
NANCE section.
IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT
Allow engine to idle. Adjust idle speed until en-
gine runs without chain moving (idle too fast)
or stalling (idle speed too slow).
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to in-
crease engine speed if engine stalls or dies.
S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to
decrease engine speed if chain moves at
idle.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: Keep others away when
making idle speed adjustments. The chain
will be moving during most of this procedure.
Wear your protective equipment and observe
all safety precautions. After making adjust-
WARNING: Recheck the idle speed
after each adjustment. The chain must not
move at idle speed to avoid serious injury to
ments, the chain must not move at idle speed. the operator or others.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the If you require further assistance or are unsure
factory. Adjustment to the idle speed may be about performing this procedure, contact your
necessary if you notice any of the following
conditions:
authorized
service
dealer
or
call
1--800--554--6723.
STORAGE
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline
in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Fol-
low the mix instructions found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after
adding stabilizer.
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.
S Store unit with all guards in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if
it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:
S Clean the entire unit before lengthy
storage.
ENGINE
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of
40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
S Replace spark plug with new one of recom-
mended type and heat range.
S Clean air filter.
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
S At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to
oil ratio.
S Store in a clean dry area.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION section of this manual, see message la-
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-
sohol in your engine.
OTHER
S Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
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
REMEDY
Engine will not
start.
1. Move ON/OFF switch to ON.
1. ON/OFF switch in
OFF position.
2. Engine flooded.
2. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in
Operation Section.
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
4. Install new spark plug.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
6. Contact an authorized service dealer.
6. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
1. Idle speed set too high
or too low.
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
3. Compression low.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Air filter dirty.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug
and regap.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.
5. Compression low.
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine
1. Choke partially on.
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.
1. Adjust choke.
2. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
smokes
excessively.
3. Air filter dirty.
4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
3. Clean or replace air filter.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation
section.
2. Replace with correct spark plug.
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine runs
hot.
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Spark plug incorrect.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Chain moves at
idle speed.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Idle speed requires
adjustment.
2. Clutch requires repair.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
warrants to the original purchaser that each LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
new Poulan PROr brand gasoline tool or at- OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
tachment is free from defects in material and STATE TO STATE.
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace
under this warranty any defective gasoline
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
product or attachment as follows from the AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
original date of purchase.
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
2 YEARS-- Parts and Labor, when used for
household purposes.
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for
commercial, professional, or income produc- RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
ing purposes.
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
purposes.
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
This warranty is not transferable and does not APPLY TO YOU.
cover damage or liability caused by improper The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-
handling, improper maintenance, or the use UCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its
of accessories and/or attachments not spe- products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
cifically recommended by ELECTROLUX
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., for this tool. Addi-
PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to
change, modify, or discontinue models, de-
tionally, this warranty does not cover tune- signs, specifications, and accessories of all
ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting line, or rotat- products at any time without notice or obliga-
ing head parts that will wear and require
replacement with reasonable use during the
warranty period. This warranty does not cov-
er predelivery setup or normal adjustments
explained in the instruction manual.
tion to any purchaser.
U.S. EPA
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-
to ensure the performance of all scheduled
TIONS: The U. S. Environmental Protection maintenance. As the small off--road engine
Agency and POULAN/WEED EATER, DIVI-
SION OF WCI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS, INC.,
owner, you should be aware that POULAN/
WEED EATER may deny you warranty cover-
are pleased to explain the emissions control age if your small off--road engine or a part of it
system warranty on your year 2001--2004 small has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main-
off--road engine. POULAN/WEED EATER tenance, unapproved modifications, or the use
must warrant the emission control system on of parts not made or approved by the original
your small off--road engine for the periods of equipment manufacturer. You are responsible
time listed below provided there has been no for presenting your small off--road engine to a
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of POULAN/WEED EATER authorized repair
your small off--road engine. Your emission con- center as soon as a problem exists. Warranty
trol system includes parts such as the carbure-
repairs should be completed in a reasonable
tor and the ignition system. Where a warrant- amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you
able condition exists, POULAN/WEED EATER have any questions regarding your warranty
will repair your small off--road engine at no cost rights and responsibilities, you should contact
to you. Expenses covered under warranty in-
clude diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFAC- POULAN/WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.
TURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE: The
your nearest authorized service center or call
emissions related part on your engine (as listed warranty period begins on the date the small
under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is off--road engine is purchased. LENGTH OF
defective or a defect in the materials or work- COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a peri-
manship of the engine causes the failure of such od of two years from the initial date of purchase.
an emission related part, the part will be repaired WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR RE-
or replaced by POULAN/WEED EATER.
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILI-
PLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or replace-
ment of any warranted part will be performed at
TIES: As the small off--road engine owner, you no charge to the owner at an approved POU-
are responsible for the performance of the re- LAN/WEED EATER servicing center. If you
quired maintenance listed in your instruction have any questions regarding your warranty
manual. POULAN/WEED EATER recom-
rights and responsibilities, you should contact
mends that you retain all receipts covering your nearest authorized service center or call
maintenance on your small off--road engine, but POULAN/WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.
POULAN/WEED EATER cannot deny warran-
ty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure which is not scheduled for replacement as re-
WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part
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quired maintenance, or which is scheduled only add--on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE A
for regular inspection to the effect of ”repair or CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding
replace as necessary” shall be warranted for 2
years. Any warranted part which is scheduled
your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
should contact your nearest authorized service
for replacement as required maintenance shall center or call POULAN/WEED EATER at
be warranted for the period of time up to the first 1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO GET WAR-
scheduled replacement point for that part. RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-
DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be charged
pairs shall be provided at all POULAN/WEED
for diagnostic labor which leads to the deter- EATER service centers. Call 1--800--554--6723.
mination that a warranted part is defective if the MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND RE-
diagnostic work is performed at an approved PAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any
POULAN/WEED EATER servicing center.
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: POULAN/
POULAN/WEED EATER approved replace-
ment part used in the performance of any war-
WEED EATER may be liable for damages to ranty maintenance or repair on emission related
other engine components caused by the failure parts will be provided without charge to the own-
of a warranted part still under warranty. WHAT er if the part is under warranty. EMISSION
IS NOT COVERED: All failures caused by
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance are buretor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered
not covered. ADD--ON OR MODIFIED up to maintenance schedule), Ignition Module.
CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Car-
PARTS: The use of add--on or modified parts MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner is
can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. responsible for the performance of all required
POULAN/WEED EATER is not liable to cover maintenance as defined in the instruction
failures of warranted parts caused by the use of manual.
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:
Moderate (50 hours)
Intermediate (125 hours)
Extended (300 hours)
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