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UL CLASSIFIED PRODUCT NOTICE

Only the following Gasoline Powered Combination Gardening Appliance powerhead models

and their respective attachments have been Classified by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., in

accordance with the applicable safety requirements.

Powerhead including trimmer attachment

PP036

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Optional blower attachment

PP3000B

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Optional brushcutter attachment

PP4000C

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The following attachment is Listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc., in accordance with

UL Standard 1602, “Gasoline--Engine--Powered, Rigid--Cutting Member, Edgers and Edge--

Trimmers.”

Optional edger attachment

PP1000E

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SAFETY RULES

WARNING:

When using gardening

appliances, basic safety precautions must al-

ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and

serious injury. Read and follow all instruc-

tions.

This power unit can be dangerous!

Operator is

responsible for following instructions and warn-

ings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruc-

tion manual before using unit! Be thoroughly fa-

miliar with the controls and the proper use of the

unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who

have read, understand, and will follow the

instructions and warnings on the unit and in the

manual. Never allow children to operate this

unit.

SAFETY INFORMATION

ON THE UNIT

INSTRUCTION

MANUAL

DANGER:

Never use blades with line

trimmer attachment. Never use flailing de-

vices with any attachment. This unit (when

used with supplied line trimmer attachment) is

designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any

other accessories with line trimmer attach-

ment will increase the risk of injury.

WARNING:

Trimmer line throws ob-

jects violently. You and others can be blinded/in-

jured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body

parts clear of rotating line.

Eye Protection

Boots

HazardZone

50 ft.

(15 m)

Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet

(15 meters) away. Stop unit immediately if ap-

proached.

If situations occur which are not covered in

this manual, use care and good judgment. If

you need assistance, contact your authorized

service dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.

OPERATOR SAFETY

S

Dress properly.

Always wear safety

glasses or similar eye protection when op-

erating, or performing maintenance, on

your unit (safety glasses are available).

Eye protection should be marked Z87.

S

Always wear face or dust mask if operation

is dusty.

S

Always wear heavy, long pants, long

sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety

leg guards is recommended.

S

Always wear foot protection. Do not go

barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of

spinning line.

S

Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure

or remove loose clothing or clothing with

loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.

They can be caught in moving parts.

S

Being fully covered also helps protect you

from debris and pieces of toxic plants

thrown by spinning line.

S

Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit when

you are tired, ill, upset or under the influ-

ence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

Watch what you are doing; use common

sense.

S

Wear hearing protection.

S

Never start or run inside a closed room or

building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

S

Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

S

Always keep engine on the right hand side

of your body.

S

Hold the unit firmly with both hands.

S

Keep trimmer head (or other optional at-

tachment) below waist level and away from

all parts of your body. Do not raise engine

above your waist.

S

Keep all parts of your body away from muf-

fler and spinning line (or other optional at-

tachment). Keep engine below waist level.

A hot muffler can cause serious burns.

S

Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-

reach or use from unstable surfaces such

as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops,

etc.

S

Use only in daylight or good artificial light.

S

Use only for jobs explained in this manual

(or manuals for optional attachments).

Summary of Contents for 545123423

Page 1: ...s 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 s c...

Page 2: ...standers and animals 50 feet 15 meters away Stop unit immediately if ap proached If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment If youneedassistance contact yourau...

Page 3: ...amage in the fingers hands and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or ab normal swellings Prolonged use in cold weather has beenlinked toblood vesseldam age in otherwise healthy people Ifs...

Page 4: ...trees automobiles walls etc The forceofaircan causerocks 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 pro...

Page 5: ...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...

Page 6: ...indness 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 mat...

Page 7: ...g 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 unless otherwise stated in the...

Page 8: ...move fuel cap slowly when refueling HELPFUL TIP To obtain the correct oil mix ratio pour 3 2 ounces of 2 cycle synthetic oil into one gallon of fresh gas This engine is certified to operate on unleade...

Page 9: ...ve 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 NOTE If engine st...

Page 10: ...s into the primary hole 4 Before using theunit tightenthe knobse curely by turning clockwise Coupler Primary Hole Upper Shaft Locking Release Button Attachment Guide Recess WARNING Make sure the locki...

Page 11: ...he line does the cutting You will achieve the best performance and minimum line wear by not crowding the line into the cutting area The right and wrong ways are shown below Tip of the Line Does The Cu...

Page 12: ...into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed 2 Remove parts by pressing button to re lease air filter cover NOTE To avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions do...

Page 13: ...e WARNING Recheck the idle speed after each adjustment The trimmer head or any optional attachment must not move or spin at idle speed toavoid serious injury tothe operator or others Idle Speed Screw...

Page 14: ...uthorized service dealer 3 Contact an authorized service dealer 1 Air filter dirty 2 Spark plug fouled 3 Carburetor requires adjustment 4 Carbon build up on muffler outlet screen 5 Compression low Eng...

Page 15: ...ndards Poulan WEED EATER must warrant the emission control system on your small off road engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improp er maintenanceof...

Page 16: ...y claim Poulan WEED EATER is not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add on or modified parts HOW TO FILE A CLAIM If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights...

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