Poulan Trimmer 115260526 User Manual

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Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
810 EPT  
WARNING:  
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions be-  
fore using this product. Read instructions carefully before assem-  
bling. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
ADVERTENCIA:  
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e  
instrucciones de seguridad. Antes de ensamblar el producto lea  
cuidadosamente el instructivo. El no hacerlo puede resultar en le-  
siones graves.  
AVERTISSEMENT:  
Veuillez lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les  
avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Bien lire les  
instructions avant d’assembler l’outil. Tout défaut de le faire pour-  
rait entraîner des blessures graves.  
Poulan  
7349 Statesville Road  
Charlotte, NC 28269  
Poulan  
850 Matheson Blvd. West  
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4  
115260526 Rev. 2 4/15/10 BRW  
 
use in the presence of flammable liquids or  
gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion  
and/or causing damage to unit. Do not abuse  
cord. Never carry the unit by the extension  
cord or yank extension cord to disconnect  
unit. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.  
Do not use cord as a handle, close a door on  
cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or cor-  
ners. Turn off all controls before unplugging.  
Do not expose cords to heat, oil, or water. Do  
not use with damaged cord or plug. If unit is  
not working as it should, has been dropped,  
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into wa-  
ter, return it to your authorized service dealer  
for repair. Unplug the unit from the power  
source when not in use, before servicing, and  
when changing accessories and/or attach-  
ments. Do not put any object into openings.  
Do not use with any opening blocked; keep  
freeof dust, lint, hair and anything that may re-  
duce air flow.  
Safety Hat  
Hearing  
Protectio
e  
tection  
Snug  
Fitting  
Clothing  
Heavy Duty  
Gloves  
Safety  
Shoes  
Chaps  
S Keep children, bystanders, and animals a  
minimum of 50 feet (15 meters) away from  
the work area. Do not allow other people or  
animals to be near when starting or operat-  
ing the unit. Do not let visitors contact unit or  
extension cord.  
S Use a voltage supply as shown on unit.  
S Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use  
in unventilated areas or where dust or ex-  
plosive vapors can build up.  
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S To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this  
equipment has a polarized plug (one blade  
is wider than the other) and will require the  
use of a polarized extension cord. The ap-  
pliance plug will fit into a polarized exten-  
sion cord only one way. If the plug does not  
fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the  
plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a  
correct polarized extension cord. A polar-  
ized extension cord will require the use of a  
polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit intothe  
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 quali-  
fied electrician to install the proper wall out-  
let. Do not change the equipment plug, ex-  
tension cord receptacle, or extension cord  
plug in any way.  
S 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  
cord is in good condition. Inspect extension  
cord before useand replaceif damaged. Do  
not use a damaged cord. Cord insulation  
must be intact with no cracks or deteriora-  
tion. Plug connectors must beundamaged.  
The extension cord used to reach the pow-  
er source must be heavy enough to carry  
current from the power source 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. If in doubt, use the next heavi-  
er gauge. The lower the gauge number, the  
heavier thecord (seeSELECT AN EXTEN-  
SION CORD in the OPERATION section).  
S Do not use multiple cords.  
50 feet  
(15 meters)  
DANGER: Do not  
use near electrical  
wires or power lines.  
Keep pruner at least  
30 feet (10 meters)  
away from all power  
lines.  
S Do not handle or operate this unit when you  
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  
you have any condition that might be aggra-  
vated by strenuous work, check with doctor  
before operating this unit.  
S Carefully plan your operation in advance.  
Do not start cutting until you have a clear  
work area, secure footing, and a planned  
retreat path. Cluttered areas invite injuries.  
If situations occur which are not covered in  
this manual, use care and good judgment. If  
you needassistance, contact your authorized  
service dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.  
ELECTRICAL SAFETY  
(applies to all attachments)  
WARNING:  
Avoid a dangerous environment. 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 possibility of electri-  
cal shock. Do not use on wet surfaces. Do not  
handle extension cord plug or unit with wet  
hands. Avoid dangerous situations. Do not  
S Keep the extension cord clear of operator and  
obstacles at all times. Position cord so that it  
will not be caught on branches.  
S Tie cord to cord retainer and connect to re-  
cessed plug as shown in this manual to pre-  
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vent damage to unit and/or extension cord  
and to reduce the possibility of the extension  
cord disconnecting from the unit during op-  
eration. See ATTACH THE EXTENSION  
CORD TO YOUR TRIMMER in the OPERA-  
TION section.  
S 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.  
S Do not use the unit if the switch does not  
turn the unit on and off properly. Repairs to  
the switch must be made by your autho-  
rized service dealer.  
S Keep all parts of your body away from the  
chain when unit is running.  
S Do not operate pruner from a ladder or in a  
tree.  
S Do not use apruner tocut downtrees or any  
portion of the tree trunk.  
S Only use for pruning limbs or branches  
overhead not greater than 6 inches (15 cm)  
in diameter.  
S Never standunder the limb you are pruning.  
Always position yourself out of the path of  
falling debris.  
S Do not cut smallbrush andsaplings withthe  
pruner. Slender matter may catch in the  
chain and be whipped toward you, pulling  
you off balance.  
S Avoid unintentional starting 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.  
S Make sure the chain will not make contact  
with any object while starting the unit. Never  
try to start the unit when the guide bar is in a  
cut.  
S Avoid any body contact with any grounded  
conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes,  
to avoid the possibility of electric shock.  
S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)  
protection should be provided on circuit or  
outlet to be used. Receptacles are avail-  
able having built-in GFCI protection and  
may be used for this measure of safety.  
S Stop the motor immediately if you are ap-  
proached.  
DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUCTION  
This unit is double insulated to help protect  
against electric shock. Double insulation  
constructionconsists of two separatelayers”  
of electrical insulation instead of grounding.  
Tools built with this insulation system are not  
intended to be grounded. No grounding  
means is provided on this unit, nor should a  
means of grounding be addedto this unit. As a  
result, the extension cord used with your unit  
can be plugged into any standard 120 volt  
electrical outlet. Safety precautions must be  
observed when operating any electrical tool.  
The double insulation system only provides  
added protection against injury resulting from  
an internal electrical insulation failure.  
S Do not force pruner. It will do the job better and  
safer at the rate for which it was intended.  
S Do not put pressure onthe pruner at the end  
of the cut. Applyingpressurecan cause you  
to lose control when the cut is completed.  
S Do not run the unit at high speed when not  
pruning.  
S Use the right tool, cut wood only. Don’t use  
pruner for purpose not intended; for example,  
don’t use pruner for cutting plastic, masonry,  
non-wood building materials, etc.  
S If you strike or become entangled with afor-  
eign object, stop the unit immediately and  
check for damage. Have any damage re-  
paired by an authorized service dealer be-  
fore 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 dam-  
aged, 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 motor and make sure chain  
has stopped moving before setting the unit  
down.  
S Inspect cords periodically and if damaged,  
have repaired by an authorized service  
dealer.  
WARNING:  
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.  
All electrical repairs to this unit, including hous-  
ing, switch, motor, etc., must be diagnosed and  
repaired by qualified service personnel. Re-  
placement parts for a double insulated ap-  
pliance must be recommended by the manufac-  
turer. A double insulated appliance is marked  
with the words “double insulation” or “double in-  
sulated”. The symbol (square within a square)  
may also be marked on the appliance. Fail-  
ure to have the unit repaired by qualified service  
personnel can cause the double insulation  
construction to become ineffective and result in  
serious injury.  
KICKBACK  
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 light-  
ning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the  
guide bar up and back toward the operator.  
PRUNER SAFETY  
S Do not operate a pruner with one hand. Seri-  
ous injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders  
or any combination of these persons may re-  
sult from one-handed operation. A pruner is  
intended for two-handed use.  
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S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the wood  
closes in and pinches the moving chain in  
the cut alongthetop of the guidebar 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  
chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden stop-  
ping pulls the pruner forward and away from  
the operator and could easily cause the oper-  
ator to lose control of the pruner.  
S Keep a good, firm grip on the pruner with  
both hands when the unit is running and  
don’t let go. A firm grip will help you reduce  
kickback andmaintain control. Keep thefin-  
gers of your left hand encircling and your  
left thumb under the assist handle. Keep  
your right hand completely around the trig-  
ger handle whether your are right handed or  
left handed.  
S Stand with your weight evenly balanced on  
both feet.  
S Stand slightly to the left side of the pruner to  
keep your body from being in a direct line  
with the cutting chain.  
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES  
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF  
WARNING: The following features  
are included on your pruner to help reducethe  
hazard of kickback; however, such features  
will not totally eliminate this danger. As a  
pruner user, do not rely only on safety de-  
vices. You must follow all safety precautions,  
instructions, and maintenance in this manual  
to help avoid kickback and other forces which  
can result in serious injury.  
KICKBACK  
S Recognize that kickback can happen. With  
a basic understanding of kickback, you can  
reduce the element of surprise which con-  
tributes to accidents.  
S Never let the moving chain contact any ob-  
ject 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 Keep your chain sharp and properly ten-  
sioned. 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, but never with the motor  
running. Make sure the bar clamp nut is se-  
curely tightened after tensioning the chain.  
S Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If  
the chainis moving at aslower speed, there  
is greater chance of kickback occurring.  
S Cut one branch at a time.  
S Use extreme caution when re-entering a  
previous cut.  
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.  
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  
Small Radius Tip  
Symm
rge Radius Tip  
S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with a con-  
toured depth gauge and guard link which  
deflect kickback force and allow wood to  
gradually ride into the cutter. A low kickback  
chain has met kickback performance require-  
ments when tested on the representative  
sample of the chain saws specified in ANSI  
B175.1.  
Contoured Depth Gauge  
MAINTAIN CONTROL  
Elongated Guard Link  
Deflects  
kickback force  
and allows wood  
Low---Kickback  
to gradually ride  
Chain  
into cutter  
Can Obstruct Material  
Not a Low---Kickback Chain  
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY  
DANGER: Never use blades with line  
trimmer attachment. Never use flailing de-  
vices with any attachment. This attachment  
(when used with supplied line trimmer attach-  
ment) is designed for line trimmer use only.  
Use of any other accessories with line trim-  
mer attachment will increase the risk of injury.  
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MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT 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.  
S Maintain unit according to recommended  
procedures.  
WARNING: Trimmer line throws ob-  
jects violently. You and others can be blinded/  
injured. Wear safety glasses, boots, and leg  
protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating  
line.  
S Make certain the chain and/or cutting head  
stops moving when trigger switch is re-  
leased.  
S When using the trimmer attachment,  
keep cutting line at proper length. Use  
only 0.080(2 mm) diameter Poulan  
brand line. Never use wire, rope, string,  
etc.  
Eye Protection  
S Install required shield properly before using  
the trimmer attachment. Use only specified  
trimmer head and spool; make sure it is  
properly installed and securely fastened.  
S Never modify your unit in any way.  
S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from  
oil and grease.  
50 ft.  
(15 meters)  
Boots  
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50  
feet (15 meters) away. If approached stop unit  
immediately.  
S Keep oil cap, screws, and fasteners se-  
curely tightened.  
S Keep chain sharp and clean for better and  
safer performance.  
S Follow instructions for lubricating and chang-  
ing accessories and for changing trimmer  
line.  
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 Inspect unit before use. Replace damaged  
parts. Make sure all handles, guards, and  
fasteners are in place and securely fas-  
tened. Parts that are damaged must be re-  
paired or replaced by an authorized service  
dealer. These include head parts that are  
cracked, or chipped, guards, and any other  
part that is damaged.  
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-  
reach or use from unstable surfaces such as  
ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc.  
S Keep all parts of your body away from cut-  
ting head and spinning line.  
S Keep the cutting head below waist level. Do  
not raise handles above your waist. Cutting  
head can come dangerously close to your  
body.  
S Use unit properly. Use only for trimming, edg-  
ing, scalping, and mowing. Do not force unit.  
It will do the job better and with less risk of in-  
jury at the rate for which it was designed.  
S When using the trimmer attachment, keep  
cutting line at proper length. Use only 0.080″  
(2 mm) diameter Poulan brand line. Never  
use wire, rope, string, etc.  
S Install required shield properly before using  
the trimmer attachment. Use only specified  
trimmer head and spool; make sure it is  
properly installed and securely fastened.  
S Cut from your right to your left. Cutting on  
left side of the shield will throw debris away  
from the operator.  
S Check for damaged parts. Before further use  
of the unit, a part that is damaged should be  
carefully checked to determine that it will op-  
erate properly and perform its intended  
function. Check for alignment of moving parts,  
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,  
mounting and any other conditions that may  
affect its operation. Any part that is damaged  
should be properly repaired or replaced by an  
authorized service dealer unless otherwise  
indicated elsewhere in the instruction manual.  
S Use only recommended attachments and re-  
placement parts to avoid creating a hazard  
and/or voiding warranty.  
S When not in use, the unit should be stored in a  
dry, high or locked-up place out of the reach of  
children.  
S When storing unit, unplug from the power  
source and use a bar sheath when appropri-  
ate.  
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE  
S Stop the unit and disconnect the power  
source when not in use.  
S Carry the unit with motor stopped.  
S Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of  
the reach of children. Store unit unplugged.  
S Do not hang unit so that the trigger switch is  
depressed.  
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations  
through prolonged use of 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 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 feeling in the  
fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use  
S Store the unit so the line limiter blade (on  
underside of shield) cannot cause injury.  
S Use only in daylight or in good artificial light.  
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual  
(or manuals for optional attachments).  
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of this tool and seek medical attention. An  
anti--vibration system does not guarantee the  
avoidance of these problems. Users who op-  
erate power tools on a continual and regular  
basis must monitor closely their physicalcon-  
dition and the condition of this tool.  
and discharge tubes free of debris which  
can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.  
S Never place any object inair intake opening  
as this could restrict proper air flow and  
cause damage to the unit.  
S Never douse or squirt the unit with water or  
any other liquid. Clean unit and labels with a  
damp sponge. Keep handles dry, clean,  
and free from oil and grease.  
RECOMMENDED ATTACHMENTS  
This model is equipped with a coupler which  
enables optional attachments to be installed.  
The optional attachments are:  
S Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-  
ers, or other substances which may contain  
toxic materials.  
S To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf  
or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,  
ashtrays, etc.  
MODEL:  
Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP1000E  
Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP2000T  
Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP3000B  
CULTIVATOR SAFETY  
WARNING: Use of any other attach-  
ments besides those listed above and the at-  
tachment provided with this unit might present a  
risk of injury to the operator or bystanders. Only  
those attachments listed above and the attach-  
ment provided with this unit have been tested for  
use with this powerhead.  
DANGER: RISK OF CUT. KEEP  
HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM TINES AND  
CUTTING AREA. Rotating tines can cause se-  
rious injury. Do not attempt to clear away cut  
material or hold material to be cut when the mo-  
tor is running. Make sure powerhead is stopped  
and disconnected from power source when re-  
moving jammed material from the tines. Do not  
grab or hold attachment by the tines.  
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES  
FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS  
WARNING: For each optionalattach-  
ment used, read entire instruction manual be-  
fore use and follow all warnings and instruc-  
tions in manual and on attachment.  
NOTE: Use the assist handle included with  
your unit (as shown below) when operating  
the following attachments.  
WARNING: Rotating tines can cause  
serious injury. Keep away from rotating tines.  
Stop the unit and disconnect the power source  
before unclogging tines or making repairs.  
Assist Handle  
BLOWER SAFETY  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
cultivated before starting the unit. Remove all  
debris and hard and sharp objects such as  
rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc.  
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands  
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-  
reach or stand on unstable surfaces.  
S Look behind and use care when backing up.  
S Keep all parts of your body away from the  
tines.  
WARNING: Never put hands or other  
objects into blower housing to avoid serious  
injury from rotating impeller.  
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 Inspect unit before each use for worn,  
loose, missing or damaged parts. Do not  
use until unit is in proper working order.  
S Do not set unit on any surface except a clean,  
hard area. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust,  
grass, etc., could be picked up by the air in-  
take and thrown out through discharge open-  
ing, damaging unit, property, or causing seri-  
ous injury to bystanders or operator.  
S Never operate the cultivator without thetine  
guard in place and properly secured.  
S Keep the tines andguard clear of debris. Al-  
ways wear gloves when servicing or clean-  
ing the tines. The tines become very sharp  
from use.  
S Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that  
might stop the tines. If heavy contact oc-  
curs, stop the motor and inspect the unit for  
damage.  
S Never placeobjects insidethe blower tubes  
or blower outlet. Always direct the blowing  
debris away from people, animals, glass,  
and solid objects such as trees, automo-  
biles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause  
rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to rico-  
chet which can hurt people or animals,  
break glass, or cause other damage.  
S After striking a foreign object, stop the unit,  
disconnect the power source and inspect  
the cultivator for damage. Repair before re-  
starting.  
S Disconnect attachment from the drive mo-  
tor before cleaning the tines with a hose and  
water to remove any build--up. Oil the tines  
to prevent rust.  
S Check air intake opening and blower tubes  
frequently, always with unit stopped and  
power source disconnected. Keep vents  
S Do not run unit at highspeed unless cultiva-  
ting.  
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S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.  
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-  
reach or stand on unstable surfaces.  
S Throw away blades that are bent, warped,  
cracked, broken or damaged in any other  
way. Replace parts that are cracked,  
chipped, or damaged before using the unit.  
S Keep all parts of your body away from the  
blade.  
EDGER SAFETY  
DANGER: RISK OF CUT. KEEP  
HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM BLADE  
AND CUTTING AREA. Do not attempt to clear  
away cut material when the blade is in motion.  
Make sure switch is in the off position and the  
power source is disconnected when removing  
jammed material from the cutting blade. Do not  
grab or hold unit by the cutting blade.Inspect  
the area to be edged before each use. Re-  
move objects (rocks, broken glass, nails,  
wire, etc.) which can be thrown by the blade  
or can wrap around the shaft.  
S Keep blade guard in place and in good  
working order.  
S Always keep the wheel 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.  
S To reduce the risk of fire, do not allow exces-  
sive grass, leaves, or grease to accumulate  
on the attachment.  
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.  
S Objects struck by the cutting member can  
cause serious injuries to persons. The lawn  
should always be carefully examined and  
cleared of all objects prior to edging.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
S Check air intake opening or vacuum tube(s)  
frequently, always with engine stopped and  
WARNING: Use of any other attach-  
unit disconnected from power source. Keep  
vents and tubes free of debris which can ac-  
cumulate and restrict proper air flow.  
PRUNER SAFETY  
(RECIPROCATING BLADE)  
ments not recommended in this manual may in-  
crease the risk of injury to persons, fire, or elec-  
trical shock. Use of attachments not covered  
under the list of recommended attachments in  
this manual have not been evaluated for use  
with this powerhead by Underwriters Laborato-  
ries (see RECOMMENDED ATTACHMENTS).  
WARNING: The reciprocating blade  
can cause severe injury. Inspect the unit be-  
fore use. Do not operate unit with a bent,  
cracked or dull blade. Keep away from the  
blade.  
WARNING: This unit is not designed  
for use with a brushcutter attachment.  
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.  
WARNING: The reciprocating blade is  
sharp. Do not touch. To prevent serious injury,  
always stop engine and ensure blade has  
stopped moving, disconnect unit from power  
source, and wear gloves when changing or  
handling the blade.  
S Never place objects inside the vacuum  
tube(s). Always direct the blowing debris  
away frompeople, animals, glass, andsolid  
objects such as trees, automobiles, walls,  
etc. The forceof aircan causerocks, dirt, or  
sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can  
hurt people or animals, break glass, or  
cause other damage.  
WARNING: A coasting blade can  
cause injury while it continues to move after the  
engine is stopped. Maintain proper control of the  
unit until the blade has completely stopped mov-  
ing. Keep hands, face and feet at a distance  
from all moving parts. Do not attempt to touch or  
stop the blade when it is moving.  
S Never run unit without the proper equip-  
ment attached. When using your unit as a  
vacuum, always install vacuum tube(s).  
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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: For additional information,  
refer to the safety section of the instruction  
manual supplied with your pruner attachment.  
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY  
WARNING: Inspect the area where  
the unit is to be used. Remove objects that  
couldbe thrown or damage the unit. Some ob-  
jects may be hidden by fallen snow -- be alert  
for the possibility.  
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 unit is disconnected from the power  
source and the blade has stopped moving be-  
fore removing jammed material from the cut-  
ting blade. Do not grab or hold the unit by the  
cutting blade.  
S Direct material discharge away from glass  
enclosures, automobiles, etc.  
S Do not run motor at high speed while not re-  
moving 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.  
Blades move  
momentarily  
after the  
Allow blades to stop  
before removing  
them from the cut.  
S If the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen  
ice, thaw the unit thoroughly before attempt-  
ing to operate under power.  
is  
d.  
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.  
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 After striking a foreign object, stop the unit,  
disconnect from the power source and in-  
spect the snowthrower for damage and re-  
pair if necessary 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 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 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.  
S Let snowthrower run for a few minutes after  
clearing snow so moving parts do not  
freeze.  
S Keep the cutting bladeand air vents clear of  
debris.  
SNOW THROWER SAFETY  
WARNING: Keep hands and feet  
away from the rotor when starting or running  
the unit. Never attempt to clear the rotor with  
the motor running. Stop the unit and discon-  
nect from the power source before unclog-  
ging snow or debris from discharge chute or  
when adjusting vanes.  
S Look behind and use care when backing  
up. Exercise caution to avoidslipping or fal-  
ling, especially when operating in reverse.  
S Know how to stop quickly.  
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ASSEMBLY  
1. Try on shoulder strapand adjust for fit and  
balance before starting the unit or begin-  
ning a cutting operation.  
WARNING: If received assembled,  
review all assembly steps to ensure your unit  
is properly assembled and all fasteners are  
secure.  
2. Insert your right arm andhead throughthe  
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 (8 -- 15 cm) below the  
waist.  
4. Fasten the strap hook to the clamp lo-  
cated between the trigger handle and the  
assist handleand lift the tool to the operat-  
ing position.  
NOTE: It may be necessary to relocate the  
shoulder strap clamp on the shaft for proper  
balancing of unit.  
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.  
TOOLS REQUIRED  
S Hex wrench  
S Chain adjustment tool (bar tool)  
INSTALLING PRUNER OR LINE  
TRIMMER 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.  
Coupler  
TO RELOCATE SHOULDER STRAP  
CLAMP:  
LOOSEN  
1. Loosen and remove both clamp screws.  
2. Place the upper shoulder strap clamp  
over the upper shaft.  
3. Position the lower shoulder strap clamp  
under the upper shaft and align the upper  
and lower clamp screw holes.  
TIGHTEN  
Knob  
2. Remove the shaft cap from attachment (if  
present).  
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.  
houlder  
amp  
POWERHEAD  
END  
5. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-  
curely by turning clockwise.  
Coupler  
Primary Hole  
Guide Recess  
ATTACHMENT  
Lower Shoulder  
END  
Screws  
Strap Clamp  
Locking/  
Release  
Button  
Upper  
Shaft  
Lower  
Attachment  
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  
WARNING: Make sure the locking/  
release button is locked in the primary hole  
and the knob is securely tightened before op-  
erating the unit. Allattachments aredesigned  
to be used in the primary hole.  
For assembly of optional attachments (see  
list on page 7), refer to the ASSEMBLY sec-  
tion of the applicable attachment instruction  
manual.  
WARNING: When adjusting the assist  
handle during pruner use, be sure it remains be-  
tween the coupler and the  
lower arrow  
(closest to coupler) on the safety label to ensure  
proper balancing of unit. When adjusting the  
assist handle during use of optional attach-  
ments, it must be repositioned between the trig-  
SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY  
ger switch and the  
upper arrow (closest to  
motor) on the safety label.  
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap  
adjustments must be made with the motor  
completely stopped before using unit.  
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.  
2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an up-  
right position; retighten wing nut.  
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ATTACHING SHIELD  
(for line trimmer attachment)  
Shield  
Slot  
PIVOT  
WARNING: The shield must be prop-  
erly installed. The shield provides partial protec-  
tion from the risk of thrown objects to the opera-  
tor and others and is equipped with a line limiter  
blade which cuts excess line to the proper  
length. The line limiter blade (on underside of  
shield) is sharp and can cut you.  
Bracket  
Line Limiter  
Blade  
Wing  
Nut  
For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW  
YOUR TRIMMER ATTACHMENT illustration in  
OPERATION section.  
1. Remove wing nut from shield.  
2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.  
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole  
in bracket.  
4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.  
OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR UNIT  
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.  
ndle  
Shoulder Strap Clamp  
Motor Housing  
Line Trimmer  
Attachment  
Recessed  
Plug  
Attachment  
Hanger  
Cord Retainer  
Bar oil fill cap  
Shield  
Chain  
Trigger Switch  
Bar  
Bar nut  
RECESSED PLUG  
COUPLER  
The RECESSED PLUG is where you attach  
your extension cord to the unit.  
The COUPLER enables optional attach-  
ments to be installed on the unit.  
CHAIN TENSION  
TRIGGER SWITCH  
TheTRIGGER SWITCHis used toturn onthe  
unit. Squeeze the trigger switchto operate the  
unit. Release to stop.  
It is normal for a new chain to stretch during  
first 15 minutes of operation. You should  
check your chain tension frequently. See  
CHAIN TENSION in the SERVICE AND AD-  
JUSTMENTS section.  
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Use only a voltage supply as specified on  
your unit.  
Extension Cord Gauge Chart  
Length of Cord  
Gauge  
18 Gauge  
16 Gauge  
14 Gauge  
25 Ft. (7.5 m)  
50 Ft. (15 m)  
100 Ft. (30 m)  
Extension cords are available for this unit.  
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1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob  
counterclockwise.  
ATTACH THE EXTENSION  
CORD TO YOUR UNIT  
Upper Shaft  
Makea loop in your extensioncord andattach  
the cord as shown. Ensure the plug and cord  
are firmly and fully engaged.  
Coupler  
LOOSEN  
Lower  
Attachment  
Cord Retainer  
TIGHTEN  
Knob  
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.  
Locking/Release  
Button  
Coupler  
Lower Attachment  
Upper Shaft  
Extension Cord  
3. While securely holding the motor housing  
and upper shaft, pull the attachment  
straight out of the coupler.  
Recessed Plug on Unit  
BEFORE STARTING UNIT  
INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH-  
Be sure to read the electrical safety information  
in the safety rules section of this manual before  
you begin. If you do not understand the electrical  
safety information do not attempt to use your  
unit. Seek help from someone that does under-  
stand the information or call the customer assis-  
tance help line at 1-800-554-6723.  
MENTS  
1. Remove the shaft 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.  
GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL  
The bar and chain require lubrication. The chain  
oiler provides continuous lubrication to the chain  
and guide bar. 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  
discoloration of the bar. The oil output is auto-  
matically metered during operation. Always fill  
the bar oil tank before and during use as needed  
(capacity = 4.6 fl. oz.).  
4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-  
curely by turning clockwise.  
Primary Hole  
Coupler  
Guide Recess  
Genuine Poulan bar and chain oil is recom-  
mended to protect your unit against exces-  
sive wear from heat and friction. Poulan oil  
resists high temperature thinning.  
Locking/  
Attachment  
Upper  
Shaft  
Release  
Button  
If Poulan bar and chain oil is not available,  
use a good grade SAE 30 oil.  
WARNING: Make sure the locking/  
release button is locked in the primary hole  
and the knob is securely tightened before op-  
erating the unit.  
S Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubri-  
cation.  
S Always stop the unit before removing theoil  
cap.  
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT  
HANGER  
WARNING: Always stop unit anddis-  
connect from power source before removing  
or installing attachments.  
REMOVING PRUNER ATTACHMENT,  
LINE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT OR  
OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS  
CAUTION: When removing or installing at-  
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for  
stability.  
An attachment hanger is provided for storage  
when attachment is not in use.  
To install hanger on attachment:  
1. Remove the shaft cap from the attach-  
ment (if present) and discard.  
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.  
3. Push hanger onto the attachment untilthe  
locking/release button snaps into the  
hole.  
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the rear branch, damage to the unit may oc-  
cur.  
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 fi-  
bers is released.  
Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear  
branches out of the way to avoid tripping  
over them.  
Long branches should be removed in  
several pieces.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR  
PRUNER ATTACHMENT  
OPERATING POSITION  
S
ALWAYS WEAR:  
Head  
S
S
Protection  
Eye  
Protection  
PRUNING TECHNIQUE  
When ready to cut, squeeze trigger switch  
and allow unit to reachfull speed. Apply alight  
cutting pressure. DO NOT use back and forth  
sawing action.  
Long Pants  
Heavy Shoes  
DANGER: Do not extend arms above  
shoulders while pruning. Do not stand be-  
neath branch being cut.  
Second cut  
Third cut  
WARNING: Always wear head, eye,  
hearing, foot and body protection to reduce  
the risk of injury when operating this unit.  
When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto  
clamp, stand as shown and check for the fol-  
lowing:  
S Extend your left arm and hold assist handle  
with your left hand.  
S Holdtrigger handle with your right hand with  
finger on trigger switch.  
Collar  
First cut  
Pruning technique  
S Keep motor end below waist level.  
S Keep shoulder strap pad centered on your  
left shoulder and danger sign centered on  
your back.  
1. Make the first cut 6 inches (15 cm) 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.  
S Maintain full weight of tool on your left  
shoulder.  
Always release the trigger switch as soon as  
the cut is completed, allowing the motor to  
stop. Keep the cord away from the cutting  
area. Position cord so it will not be caught on  
branches and the like during cutting.  
PRUNING  
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.  
IMPORTANT POINTS  
Foot  
S
Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly  
gripped on the pruner. Maintain secure  
footing and balance.  
S
S
Plan cut carefully. Check directionbranch  
will fall.  
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.  
2. Next, move 2 -- 4 inches (5 -- 10 cm) far-  
ther 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  
(2.5 -- 5 cm) collar from the trunk of the  
tree to avoid damage to the tree.  
S
Watch out for branches immediately behind  
the branch being pruned. If the chain hits  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR  
TRIMMER ATTACHMENT  
OPERATING POSITION  
CUTTING METHODS  
WARNING: Use minimum speed and  
do not crowd the line when cutting around  
hard objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.),  
whichcandamage the trimmer head, become  
entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a  
serious hazard.  
ALWAYS WEAR:  
Eye Protection  
S The tip of the line does the cutting. You will  
achieve the best performance and mini-  
mum line wear by not crowding the line into  
the cutting area. The right and wrong ways  
are shown below.  
Long Pants  
Tip of the Line  
Line Crowded Into  
Work Area  
Heavy Shoes  
Does The Cutting  
Cut from your right to your left.  
WARNING: Always wear eye protec-  
tion. Never lean over the trimmer head.  
Rocks or debris can ricochet or be thrown into  
eyes and face and cause blindness or other  
serious injury.  
Right  
Wrong  
S The line will easily remove grass and  
weeds fromaround walls, fences, trees and  
flower beds, but it also can cut the tender  
bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences.  
S For trimming or scalping, use less than full  
throttle to increase line life and decrease head  
wear, especially:  
When operating unit, stand as shown and check  
for the following:  
S Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.  
S Hold trigger handle with right hand and as-  
sist handle with left hand.  
S Keep unit below waist level.  
S During light duty cutting.  
S Cut from your right to your left to ensure de-  
bris is thrownaway fromyou. Without bend-  
ing over, keep line near and parallel to the  
ground and not crowded into material being  
cut.  
S Near objects around which the line can  
wrap such as small posts, trees or fence  
wire.  
S For mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for  
a good clean job.  
TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE  
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.  
The trimmer line will advance approximately 2  
inches (5 cm) each time the bottom of the  
trimmer head is tapped on the ground with the  
engine running at full throttle.  
The most efficient line length is the maximum  
length allowed by the line limiter.  
Trimming  
Always keep the shield in place when the tool  
is being operated.  
To advance line:  
S Operate the engine/motor at full throttle.  
S Hold the trimmer head parallel to andabove  
the grassy area.  
3 inches (8 cm)  
above ground  
S Tap the bottom of the trimmer head lightly on  
the ground one time. Approximately 2 inches  
(5 cm) of line will be advanced with each tap.  
Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy area.  
Tapping on surfaces such as concrete or as-  
phalt can cause excessive wear to the trimmer  
head. If the line is worn down to 2 inches (5 cm)  
or less, more than one tap will be required to ob-  
tain the most efficient line length.  
SCALPING -- The scalping technique re-  
moves unwanted vegetation down to the  
ground. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head  
about 3 in. (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  
WARNING: Use only 0.080” (2 mm)  
diameter line. Other sizes of line will not ad-  
vance properly and can cause serious injury.  
Do not use other materials such as wire,  
string, rope, etc. Wire can break off during  
cutting and become a dangerous missile that  
can cause serious injury.  
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.  
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the surfaces being swept and move the tool  
from side to side.  
Mowing  
Swee
SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotat-  
ing line can be used for a quick and easy  
clean up. Keep the line parallel to and above  
MAINTENANCE  
WARNING: Disconnect unit from  
power source before performing maintenance.  
CHECK FOR LOOSE  
FASTENERS AND PARTS  
S Bar clamp nut  
Adjusting Screw  
Bar clamp nut  
S Chain  
3. Turn adjusting screw clockwise until  
chain solidly contacts bottom of guide bar  
rail. Then, turn adjusting screw an addi-  
tional 1/4 turn.  
S Bar adjusting screw  
S Housing screws  
S Assist handle screw  
S Debris shield  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR  
WORN PARTS  
Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn  
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-  
placement of damaged or worn parts.  
S Trigger switch -- Ensure trigger switch func-  
tions properly by pressingand releasing the  
trigger switch. Make sure motor starts and  
stops.  
4. Using bar tool, roll chain around guide bar to  
ensure all links are in bar groove.  
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.  
S Oil tank -- Discontinue use of unit if oil tank  
shows signs of damage or leaks.  
6. While lifting tip of guide bar, tighten bar  
clamp nut securely with the bar tool.  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND  
LABELS  
S
After each use, inspect complete unit for  
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit  
and labels using a damp cloth.  
S
Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.  
CHECK CHAIN TENSION  
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 duringuse. This is especially true dur-  
ing the first few times you use your pruner. Al-  
ways check chain tension each time you use  
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.  
7. Use the screwdriver end of the bar tool to  
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.  
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.  
Chain Adjustment T
ide  
Bar  
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.  
2. Loosen bar clamp nut until it is finger tight  
against the bar clamp.  
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S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal  
process of rail wear. Remove these burrs  
with a flat file.  
BAR MAINTENANCE  
If your pruner cuts to one side, has to be  
forced through the cut, or been runwith 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, with unit disconnected from  
power source, clean all sawdust from the  
guide bar and sprocket hole.  
S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to re-  
store square edges and sides.  
File Rail Edges  
and Sides  
Square  
To maintain guide bar:  
Worn Groove  
Correct Groove  
S Disconnect pruner from power source.  
S Loosen and remove bar clamp nut and  
chain brake. Remove bar and chain from  
pruner.  
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 replace-  
ment is necessary, use only the guide bar speci-  
fied for your pruner in the repair parts list.  
S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after  
each 5 hours of operation.  
LUBRICATION  
Bar Oil  
Fill Cap  
Remove Sawdust From  
Guide Bar Groove  
Oil Holes  
S See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL under  
the OPERATION section.  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
File Holder  
WARNING: Disconnect unit from  
power source before performing service or  
making adjustments.  
File  
90˚  
CHAIN SHARPENING  
Cutter  
Improper chain sharpening techniques and/or  
depth gauge maintenance will increase the  
chance of kickback which can result in serious  
injury.Wear protective gloves when handling  
chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you even  
when it is not moving.  
Depth Gauge  
S
Align the 30˚ file holder marks parallel  
with the bar and to the center of the  
chain.  
Cutter  
Conditions which indicate the need for chain  
sharpening:  
S Reduction insize of wood chips. The size of  
the wood chip will decrease as the chain  
gets duller until it becomes more like apow-  
der than a chip. Note that dead or rotted  
wood will not produce a good chip.  
S Saw cuts to one side or at an angle.  
S Saw has to be forced through the cut.  
Tools required:  
S 3/16 inch (4,5 mm) diameter round file and  
file holder  
S Flat file  
S Depth gauge tool  
30˚  
File Holder Line  
Cutter  
S
Sharpen cutters on one side of the chain  
first. File from the inside of each cutter to  
the outside. Then, turn the chain saw  
around and repeat the process for the  
other side of the chain.  
File on the forward stroke only. Use 2  
or 3 strokes per cutting edge.  
Keep all cutters the same length when  
filing.  
File enough to remove any damage to  
cutting edges (side plate and top plate  
of cutter).  
S
S
S
TO SHARPEN CHAIN:  
1. Disconnect pruner from power source.  
2. Check chain for proper tension. Adjust  
chain tension if necessary. See CHECK  
CHAIN TENSION section.  
Remove Damage  
All Cutters  
Same Length  
3. Sharpen cutters.  
S
To sharpen the cutters, position the  
file holder level (90˚) so that it rests on  
the top edges of the cutter and depth  
gauge.  
Top Plate  
Side Plate  
NOTE: The chain has both left and  
right hand cutters.  
S
File chain to meet the specifications  
as shown.  
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4. Turn adjusting screw by hand counter-  
clockwise until adjusting pin just touches  
the stop.  
60˚  
75˚  
5. Slide guide bar behind sprocket until  
guide bar stops against sprocket.  
6. Remove the old chain.  
30˚  
7. Carefully remove new chain from pack-  
age. Hold chain with the drive links as  
shown.  
Hook Angle  
0.025 inch  
(0.65 mm)  
Cutter  
Tip of  
Bar  
Rounded  
Corner  
Drivelink  
Right  
Too Much Hook Angle  
Squared Off  
Corner  
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN  
DIRECTION OF ROTATION  
Depth Gauge  
Cutters  
Wrong  
WARNING: Maintain the proper hook  
angle according to the manufacturer’s specifica-  
tions for the chain you are using. Improper hook  
angle will increase the chance of kickback  
which can result in serious injury.  
Drive Links  
4. Check and lower depth gauges.  
File  
Depth Gauge Tool  
Depth Gauge  
S
S
Place gauge tool on cutter.  
If the depth gauge is higher than the  
depth gauge tool, file it level to the top of  
the depth gauge tool.  
S
Maintainroundedfront corner of depth  
gauge with a flat file.  
8. Place chainover 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.  
11. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug  
in guide bar groove. Ensure all drive links  
are in the bar groove.  
NOTE: The very top of the depth  
gauge should be flat with the front half  
rounded off with a flat file.  
If you require further assistance or are unsure  
about performing this procedure, contact your  
authorized service dealer or call our customer  
assistance help line at 1--800--554--6723.  
12. Now, install bar clamp making sure the  
adjusting pin is positioned in the lower  
hole in the guide bar.  
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.  
Lower  
Hole  
Adjusting Pin  
Replace the old chain when it becomes worn or  
damaged. Use only the Low-Kickback replace-  
ment chain specified in the repair parts list.  
Guide Bar  
TO REPLACE CHAIN:  
13. Install bar clamp nut and finger tighten  
only. Do not tighten any further at this  
point. Proceed to the CHAIN ADJUST-  
MENT section.  
1. Disconnect pruner from power source.  
2. Remove bar clamp nut.  
3. Remove bar clamp.  
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CHAIN ADJUSTMENT  
See CHECK CHAIN TENSION in MAINTE-  
NANCE section.  
Line exit holes  
Line in Notch  
Line in Notch  
REPLACING THE LINE  
(for line trimmer attachment)  
1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tapbut-  
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 Poulan brand line.  
Hub  
5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the  
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrows  
found on the spool.  
6. Push the lines into the notches, leaving 3  
to 5 inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.  
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.  
7. Insert the lines into thethe exit holes inthe  
hub as shown in the illustration.  
8. Align the notches with the line exit holes.  
9. Push spool into hub until it snaps into place.  
10. Pull the lines extending outside of the hub  
to release the lines from the notches.  
Spool  
Small  
Holes  
USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS  
REPLACEMENT PART  
Assist handle  
Bolt carriage, 1/4-20  
Wing nut  
Bar  
Chain  
Hex nut  
Oil cap  
Bar adjusting screw/pin kit  
Spool with 0.080trimmer line  
Shield assembly  
PART NUMBER  
530057546  
530015786  
530016152  
530044908  
952051549  
530015917  
530053072  
530069110  
952711616  
530071964--01  
STORAGE  
SEASONAL STORAGE  
Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the  
season or if it will not be used for 30 days or  
more.  
WARNING: Perform the following  
steps after each use.  
S Stop the unit and disconnect the power  
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:  
S Clean it thoroughly before lengthy storage.  
S Store in a clean dry area.  
source when not in use.  
S Carry the unit with motor stopped.  
S Allow motor to cool before storing or trans-  
porting.  
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces and guide  
bar.  
S Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy paper or  
cloth.  
S Store unit and extension cord indoors in a  
high, dry place out of the reach of children.  
Store unit unplugged.  
S Store unit with all guards in place and position  
unit so that any sharp object cannot acciden-  
tally cause injury.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source before per-  
forming all of the recommendedremedies below except remedies that requireunit tobe  
operating.  
TROUBLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
1. Chain tension incorrect.  
1. See “Check Chain Tension” in  
Chain does  
not move  
when trigger  
switch is  
Maintenance section.  
2. Guide bar rails pinched.  
3. Trigger switch failure.  
2. Repair or replace.  
3. Contact an authorized service  
dealer.  
engaged.  
4. Circuit breaker tripped/  
fuse failure.  
4. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.  
Chain clatters  
or cuts  
roughly.  
1. Chain tension incorrect.  
1. See “Check Chain Tension” in  
Maintenance Section.  
2. Cutters damaged.  
2. Contact an authorized service  
dealer.  
3. Chain worn.  
3. Resharpen or replace chain.  
4. See “Chain Sharpening” in  
Service and Adjustments section.  
4. Cutters dull, improperly  
sharpened, or depth  
gauges too high.  
5. Sprocket worn.  
5. Contact an authorized service  
dealer.  
Chain stops  
during cut.  
1. Chain cutter tops not  
filed flat.  
2. Guide bar burred or  
bent; rails uneven.  
1. See “Chain Sharpening” in  
Service and Adjustments section.  
2. Repair or replace guide bar.  
Oil inadequate 1. Oil tank empty.  
1. Fill oil tank.  
2. Oil outlet clogged.  
2. Contact an authorized service  
dealer.  
for bar and  
chain lubrica-  
tion.  
3. Guide bar oil hole  
blocked.  
3. Remove bar and clean.  
Chain cuts at  
an angle.  
1. Cutters damaged on  
1. See “Chain Sharpening” in  
Service and Adjustments section.  
2. See “Chain Sharpening” in  
Service and Adjustments section.  
3. Replace guide bar.  
one side.  
2. Chain dull on one side.  
3. Guide bar bent or worn.  
Trimmer head  
stops under a  
load or does  
not turn when  
switch is  
1. Crowding trimmer line  
against material being  
cut.  
2. Electrical failure.  
3. Thrown circuit breaker.  
4. Debris stopping head.  
1. Allow tip of line to do the cutting.  
2. Contact your authorized service dealer.  
3. Check Breaker Box.  
4. Remove debris.  
pressed.  
1. Line improperly routed  
in head.  
1. Check line routing.  
Line does not  
advance or  
breaks while  
cutting.  
2. Line improperly  
wound into spool.  
3. Incorrect line size  
4. Not enough line  
outside of head.  
2. Rewind line tightly and evenly.  
3. Use only 0.080 inch (2 mm) dia. line.  
4. Remove cover and pull 4 inches  
(10 cm) of line out of head.  
5. Clean unit.  
5. Dirt buildup on unit.  
Line welds  
onto spool.  
1. Line size is incorrect.  
2. Incorrect spool.  
3. Line is being crowded  
against material being cut.  
1. Use only 0.080 inch (2 mm) dia. line.  
2. Replace with correct spool.  
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.  
Line releases 1. Line improperly  
1. Check line routing.  
2. Replace spool.  
routed in head.  
continuously.  
2. Spool damaged.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE (continued)  
TROUBLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
1. Check line routing.  
Line usage is  
1. Line improperly routed  
excessive.  
in head.  
2. Line size is incorrect.  
3. Crowding line against  
material being cut.  
2. Replace spool.  
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.  
4. Spool worn or damaged. 4. Replace spool.  
1. Too little line outside  
of head.  
2. Line size incorrect.  
Line pulls back  
into head.  
1. Remove cover and pull 4 inches  
(10 cm) of line outside of head.  
2. Use only 0.080 inch (2 mm) dia. line.  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
Poulan, a division of Husqvarna Consumer  
Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to the  
original consumer purchaser that each new  
Poulan brand electric or cordless product is  
free from defects in material and workmanship  
and agrees to repair or replace under this war-  
ranty any defective Poulan brand electric prod-  
uct within two (2) years from the original date of  
purchase.  
If your Poulan brand electric or cordless prod-  
uct should fail within the limited warranty period,  
you may return it in complete condition, prepaid,  
with proof of purchase to the dealer from whom  
it was purchased for repair or replacement at the  
option of Poulan.  
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  
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.  
This is a limited warranty within the meaning  
of that term as defined in the Magnuson--  
Moss Act of 1975.  
The policy of Poulan is to continuously improve  
its products. Therefore, Poulan 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 purchaser.  
This warranty is not transferableand 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 for  
this product. This warranty does not cover  
parts that will wear and require replacement  
with reasonable use during the warranty peri-  
od. This warranty does not cover pre--deliv-  
ery setup or normal adjustments explained in  
the instruction manual.  
Should you have any unanswered questions  
regarding this warranty, please contact:  
Poulan, a division of Husqvarna Consumer  
Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.  
7349 Statesville Road  
Charlotte, NC 28269  
1--800--554--6723  
In Canada, contact:  
Poulan  
850 Matheson Blvd. West  
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4  
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