Poulan 545186848 Trimmer User Manual
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1. 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 LIM ITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU This is a limited warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson Moss Act of 1975 The policy of Poulan PRO is to continuously improve its products Therefore Poulan PRO reserves the right to change modify or discontinue models designs specifications and accessories of all products at any time without notice or obligation to any purchaser2. OPERATOR SAFETY A 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 Dress properly Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating or performing maintenance on your unit safety glasses are available Eye protection should be marked Z87 Always wear heavy long pants long sleeves boots and gloves Always wear foot protection Do not go bare foot or wear sandals 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 Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by blade Stay alert Do not operate when you are tired ill upset or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Watch what you are do ing use common sense Wear hearing protection Never start or run inside a closed room or building Breathing exhaust fumes can kill Keep handles free of oil and fuel Keep hands and feet away from cutting area Hold the unit firmly with both hands Do not overreach or use from unstable sur faces suc
3. from the cutting blade Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting blade A DANGER RISK OF CUT KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE This unit can cause serious injury including amputation A WARNING This unit can be dangerous Careless or improper use can cause serious injury Read the operators manual before use Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury Save operator s manual Hazard zone for thrown objects e Blade can throw objects violently e You and others can be blinded injured e Keep children bystanders and animals 50 feet 15 meters away Blade can throw objects violently You can be blinded or injured Always wear hearing protection and safety glasses marked Z87 Always wear head protection heavy long pants long sleeves boots and gloves 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 instructions DANGER THIS POWER TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS This unit can cause serious injury including amputation or blindness to the operator and others The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in us ing this unit The operator is responsible for fol lowing the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit Never allow children to use this tool LS di SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE UNIT
4. of the unit Nev er carry unit with your finger on the switch Be sure the switch is in the OFF position and never touch the switch when connect ing extension cord Unplug the unit from the power source when not in use before servicing and when chang ing accessories and or attachments Avoid any body contact with any grounded conductor such as metal fences or pipes to avoid the possibility of electric shock Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI protection should be provided on the circuit or outlet to be used for the powerhead Re ceptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety UNIT MAINTENANCE SAFETY WARNING Disconnect powerhead spark plug or disconnect powerhead from power source before performing mainte nance Have all maintenance and service not ex plained in this manual performed by an autho rized service dealer Inspect entire unit before each use Replace damaged parts Check for fuel leaks Make sure all fasteners are in place and securely fastened Maintain unit according to recommended pro cedures Keep the cutting blade and air vents free from debris Do not use a cutting blade that is bent warped cracked broken or damaged in any other way Have worn or damaged parts replaced by an authorized service dealer Use only recommended Poulan PRO cut ting blades and replacement parts and ac cessories Use of any other parts may void your war
5. ENT CAUTION When removing or installing at tachments place the powerhead and attach ment on a flat surface for stability 1 Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise Fixed Screw Adjustment Pi Holder ANGLE ADJUSTMENT HOLDER The ANGLE ADJUSTMENT HOLDER is used to adjust the angle of the hedge trimmer to suit the area you are trimming Upper Shaft A Coupler Lower Attachment TIGHTEN Knob 2 Press and hold the locking release button Locking Release Button LR Lower Attachment 3 While securely holding the upper shaft pull the attachment straight out ofthe cou pler INSTALLING ATTACHMENT 1 Removethe shaft cap from the attachment if present and discard 2 Position locking release button of attach ment into guide recess of upper shaft cou pler 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 Coupler Primary Hole Guide Recess lt dl You Upper Locking Attachment Shaft Release Button WARNING Make sure the locking release button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before op erating the unit Using the wrong hole could lead to serious injury or damage to the unit Locking Release Button in Primary Hole OPERATING POSITION When operating unit stand as shown and check for th
6. P Please do not return unit to retailer m Z a 7 x Por favor no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra Veuillez ne pas retourner l outil au d taillant 1 800 554 6723 www poulan pro com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d Instructions PP6000H LONE RE 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 s curit Tout d faut de le faire pourrait entra ner des blessures graves Poulan PRO 1030 Stevens Creek Road Augusta GA 30907 SIVONVHYS 545186848 Rev 1 11 30 08 BRW TABLE OF CONTENTS Identification of Safety Symbols 2 Maintenance Safety Rules 3 Storage Operation 5 Limited Warranty Statement IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS DANGER RISK OF CUT KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE Blade moves momentarily after the trigger is released Do not attempt to clear away cut material when the blade is in motion Make sure the switch is in the OFF position the spark plug wire is disconnected or powerhead is disconnected from power source and the blade has stopped moving before removing jammed material
7. cold weather has been linked to blood vessel dam age in otherwise healthy people If symptoms occur such as numbness pain loss of strength change in skin color or texture or loss of feeling in the fingers hands or joints discontinue the use of this tool and seek med ical attention An anti vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these prob lems Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condi tion of this unit SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT Compare the illustrations with your attachment to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future refer ence Angle Adjustment Track BLADE The BLADE is designed to cut hedges OPERATING THE COUPLER Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed The optional attachments are MODEL Edger aan PP1000E Cultivator PP2000T Blower Lite Aubade PP3000B Pruner il ode ey PP5000P PUMA EE a PP5500P Brushcutter PP4000C not designed for use with electric powerheads A WARNING Always disconnect pow erhead spark plug or disconnect powerhead from power source before removing or instal ling attachments REMOVING ATTACHM
8. e following e Wear head protection eye protection hear ing protection and heavy clothing Keep right arm slightly bent with right hand holding the trigger handle of powerhead Keep left arm extended with left hand hold ing the handle e Keep unit below waist level OPERATING TIPS Allow the engine to warm up before you begin trimming Increase the engine speed before placing the blade in the cut For best results run the en gine at full throttle while cutting Never attempt to use this hedge trimmer to cut hedges that have any branches with a diameter larger than 5 8 1 5 cm To trim new growth use a wide sweeping motion feeding the blade teeth through the hedge or twigs The most effective cutting is achieved with a slight downward tilt of the blade Wear gloves when trimming thorny or prickly growth When trimming new growth use a wide sweeping action so that the stems are fed directly into the cutting blade Older growth will have thicker stems and will be trimmed easiest by using a sawing move ment Do not rush the work but work steadily until all the branches have been cut back cleanly Use a horizontal cutting position to even the tops of bushes shrubs or hedges Use a vertical cutting position to trim the sides of shrubs bushes or hedges Always cut upward from the bottom WARNING Keep the blade area clean Always release the throttle trigger move the powerhead ON OFF switch to the OFF position di
9. entilated areas or where dust or ex plosive vapors can build up e To reduce the risk of electric shock the powerhead may have a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other if so it will re quire the use of a polarized extension cord The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way If the plug does nat fit fully into the extension cord re verse the plug If the plug still does not fit obtain a correct polarized extension cord A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way If plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet Do notchange the equip ment plug extension cord receptacle or extension cord plug in any way To reduce risk of electrical shock use ex tension cords specifically marked as suit able for outdoor appliances having electri cal rating not less than the rating of unit Cord must be marked with suffix W A in Canada W Make sure your extension cordis in good condition Inspect extension cord before use and replace if damaged Do not use a damaged cord Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or deteriora tion Plug connectors must be undamaged The extension cord used to reach the pow er source must be heavy enough to carry current from the power source
10. erforming maintenance on the blade to help avoid injury e For easier operation and longer blade life lubricate the blade before and after each use Apply a light machine oil along the edge of the top strap as shown STORAGE WARNING steps after each use e Allow attachment and gearbox to cool be fore storing or transporting e Position attachment so that any sharp ob ject cannot accidentally cause injury e Store the attachment in a dry well venti lated 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 Perform the following If your hedge trimmer attachment is to be stored for a period of time e Clean the entire attachment Store in a clean dry area Clean all parts and check for damage Have damaged parts repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight Lightly oil external metal surfaces includ ing the blade LIMITED WARRANTY Poulan PRO a division of Husqvarna Consum er Outdoor Products N A Inc warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new Poulan PRO brand gasoline tool or attachment is free from defects in material and workman ship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective gasoline product or at tachment as follows from the original date of purchase 2 YEARS Parts and Labor when used for household purpo
11. h as ladders trees steep slopes rooftops etc Keep firm footing and balance at all times Always keep unit in front of your body Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting blade e Keep others including children animals by standers and helpers at least 50 feet 15 me ters away Stop the unit immediately if you are approached FUEL SAFETY for gas powerheads Mix and pour fuel outdoors Keep away from sparks or flames Use a container approved for fuel Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the powerhead Avoid spilling fuel or oil Wipe up all fuel spills before starting the powerhead Move at least 10 feet 3 meters away from fueling site before starting powerhead engine Stop engine and allow to cool before remov ing fuel cap Remove fuel cap slowly ELECTRICAL SAFETY for electric powerheads WARNING Avoid a dangerous envi ronment To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use in rain in damp or wet locations or around swimming pools hot tubs etc Do not expose to snow rain or water to avoid the pos sibility of electrical shock Do not use on wet surfaces Do not handle extension cord plug or unit with wet hands Use only a voltage supply as shown on the nameplate of the unit e Avoid dangerous situations Do not use in presence of flammable liquids or gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and or causing damage to unit e Avoid dangerous environments Do notuse in unv
12. ranty and cause damage to your unit Be sure blade stops turning when engine idles see CARBURETOR ADJUST MENTS section of powerhead manual Hand carry the unit with the engine stopped and the muffler and cutting blade away from your body Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments Never start the unit with the clutch housing re moved The clutch can fly off and cause seri ous injury If blade strikes a foreign object follow these steps stop unit and disconnect spark plug wire or disconnect from power source in spect for damage and repair any damage be fore resuming operation of the unit TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE Do not grasp or hold exposed blade Stop powerhead before leaving work area Allow powerhead and gearbox to cool before storing or transporting it in a vehicle Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from wa ter heaters electric motors or switches fur naces etc Store attachment so blade cannot accidental ly cause injury Store attachment 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 vibra tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers hands and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings Prolonged use in
13. sconnect the spark plug or disconnect powerhead from power source and make sure the blade has completely stopped moving before cleaning ADJUSTING THE CUTTING ANGLE WARNING Never attempt to adjust the cutting angle when the engine is running Always release the throttle trigger wait until the blade stops moving move the powerhead ON OFF switch to the OFF position and dis connect spark plug or disconnect from pow er source before making adjustments Adjust the angle of the trimmer to suit the area you are trimming Adjust the blade as follows Use one hand to grasp the angle adjust ment holder 2 Loosen the fixed screw by using a wrench to turn it counterclockwise 3 When the blade is in the desired position turn the fixed screw clockwise to secure the blade MAINTENANCE WARNING Always stop unit and dis connect spark plug wire or disconnect pow erhead from power source before performing maintenance BLADE MAINTENANCE WARNING The blade moves mo mentarily after the trigger is released To avoid serious injury make sure the blade has stopped moving and disconnect the spark plug or disconnect powerhead from power source before performing work on the blade WARNING Aways replace a blade that is bent warped cracked broken or damaged 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 p
14. ses 90 DAYS Parts and Labor when used for commercial professional or income producing purposes 30 DAYS Parts and Labor if used for rental purposes This warranty is not transferable and does not cover damage or liability caused by improper handling improper maintenance or alteration or the use of accessories and or attachments not specifically recommended by Poulan PRO for this tool This warranty does not cover tune up spark plugs filters starter ropes starter springs cutting line or rotating head parts that will wear and require replacement with reasonable use during the warranty period This warranty does not cover pre delivery setup or normal adjust ments explained in the instruction manual This warranty does not cover transportation costs In the event you have a claim under this warranty you must return the product to an authorized service dealer Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this warranty please contact Poulan PRO a division of Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N A Inc 1030 Stevens Creek Road Augusta GA 30907 1 800 554 6723 In Canada contact Poulan PRO 850 Matheson Blvd West Mississauga Ontario L5V 0B4 Giving the model number serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY HAVE OTH ER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE
15. the full length of the extension cord to the unit An under sized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating Ifin doubt use the next heavi er gauge The lower the gauge number the heavier the cord Do not use multiple cords Do not abuse cord Never carry the unit by the extension cord or yank extension cord to disconnect unit To unplug grasp the plug notthe cord Do not use cord as a han dle close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners Do not ex pose cords to heat oil or water Keep the extension cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times Tie cord to cord retain er and connect to recessed plug as shown in this manual to prevent damage to unit and or extension cord and to reduce the possibility of the extension cord discon necting from the unit during operation Do not attempt to repair unit Inspect the insu lation and connectors on the powerhead and extension cord before each use If there is any damage do not use until damage is re paired by your authorized service dealer Do not use the powerhead if the switch does not turn the unit on and off properly Have the unit repaired by your authorized service dealer Do not use with damaged cord or plug If powerhead is not working as it should has been dropped damaged left outdoors or dropped into water return it to your autho rized service dealer for repair Avoid unintentional starting
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