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2--stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative
fuels will cause problems such as: improper
clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock,
power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration
of fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor
components, etc. Alternative fuels cause high
moisture absorption into the fuel/oil mixture
leading to oil and fuel separation.
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
S
Release the throttle trigger.
S
Push and release the engine ON/STOP
switch. The switch will automatically return
to the ON position. Wait 5 seconds before
attempting to restart unit to allow switch to
reset.
ON/STOP Switch
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
WARNING:
Avoid any contact with
the muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious
burns.
Starting position
HELPFUL TIP
If your engine still does not
start after following these
instructions, please call
1--800--554--6723.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
NOTE:
DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger
until the engine has started and runs.
1. Set unit on a flat surface.
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
3. Move the start lever to the START position.
Muffler
Start
Lever
Starter
Handle
Primer
Bulb
Throttle
Trigger
4. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-
gine starts and runs.
5. Allow unit to run for 10--15 seconds, then
fully squeeze the throttle trigger to disen-
gage the starting system.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
Pull starter rope sharply until engine starts
and runs.
NOTE:
Normally, the warm starting procedure
can be used within 5 -- 10 minutes after the unit
is turned STOP. If the unit sits for more than 10
minutes without being run, it will be necessary to
start the unit by following the steps under
STARTING A COLD ENGINE or following the
starting instruction steps shown on the unit.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Move the start lever to the RUN position and
fully squeeze throttle trigger. Pull the starter
handle repeatedly while squeezing throttle
trigger until engine starts and runs. 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 TROUBLE-
SHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-554-6723.
OPERATING THE COUPLER
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
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pruner
PP5000P
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pruner
PP5500P
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WARNING:
Always stop unit and dis-
connect spark plug before removing or instal-
ling attachments.
REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH-
MENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL
ATTACHMENTS)
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.
Coupler
Knob
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN
Upper
shaft
Attachment
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
Locking/release
button
Coupler
Upper shaft
Attachment
3. While securely holding the engine and
upper shaft, pull the attachment straight
out of the coupler.
