Poulan Trimmer 530163516 User Manual

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Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
PP135  
For Occasional Use Only  
WARNING:  
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before  
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
ADVERTENCIA:  
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e  
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en le-  
siones graves.  
AVERTISSEMENT:  
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse-  
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le  
faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.  
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.  
250 Bobby Jones Expressway  
Augusta, GA 30907  
Copyright E2002 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.  
530163516  
11/8/02  
 
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 tool.  
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped  
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark  
arresting screen which meets the require-  
ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All  
U.S. forest land and the states of California,  
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-  
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY  
S Disconnect the spark plug before perform-  
ing maintenance except carburetor adjust-  
ments.  
S Look for and replace damaged or loose  
parts before each use. Look for and repair  
fuel leaks before use. Keep in good working  
condition.  
S Replace trimmer head parts that are  
chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in  
any other way before using the unit.  
S Maintain unit according to recommended  
procedures. Keep cutting line at proper  
length.  
S Use only 0.080! (2 mm) diameter Poulan  
PRO" brand line. Never use wire, rope,  
string, etc.  
S Install required shield properly before using  
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head; gon, and Washington require by law that  
make sure it is properly installed and se-  
curely fastened.  
S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as  
shown in this manual.  
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower  
many internal combustion engines be  
equipped with a spark arresting screen. If you  
operate in a locale where such regulations ex-  
ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining  
the operating condition of these parts. Failure  
end supported to prevent line from contact- to do so is a violation of the law. For normal  
homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest-  
ing screen will not require any service. After  
50 hours of use, we recommend that your  
muffler be serviced or replaced by an autho-  
rized service dealer.  
ing any object.  
S Keep others away when making carburetor  
adjustments.  
S Use only recommended Poulan PRO" ac-  
cessories and replacement parts.  
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-  
plained in this manual performed by an au-  
thorized service dealer.  
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
trimmed before each use. Remove objects  
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which  
can be thrown by or become entangled in line.  
Hard objects can damage the trimmer head  
and be thrown causing serious injury.  
S Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing and  
sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or  
hedge trimming.  
FUEL SAFETY  
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.  
S Keep away from sparks or flames.  
S Use a container approved for fuel.  
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or  
the unit.  
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel  
spills.  
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from  
fueling site before starting engine.  
S Stop engine and allow to cool before re-  
moving fuel cap.  
S Cut from your right to your left. Cutting on  
left side of the shield will throw debris away  
from the operator.  
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES  
FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS  
S Always store gasoline in a container ap-  
proved for flammable liquids.  
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE  
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-  
porting in vehicle.  
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-  
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carbu-  
retor by starting the engine and letting it run  
until it stops.  
S 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.  
S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot acci-  
dentally cause injury. The unit can be hung  
by the tube.  
S Store unit out of reach of children.  
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations  
through prolonged use of gasoline powered  
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve  
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of  
people prone to circulation disorders or ab-  
normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold  
WARNING: For each optional at-  
tachment used, read entire instruction manu-  
al before use and follow all warnings and in-  
structions in manual and on attachment.  
WARNING: Ensure handlebar is  
installed when using edger or brushcutter at-  
tachments. Attach handlebar above arrow on  
safety label on the upper tube (engine end of  
unit). If your edger or brushcutter attachment  
does not include a handlebar, a handlebar ac-  
cessory kit (#530071451) is available from  
your authorized service dealer.  
Handlebar  
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S Never place any object in air intake opening  
as this could restrict proper air flow and  
cause damage to the unit.  
S Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-  
ers, or other substances which may contain  
toxic materials.  
S To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf  
or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,  
ashtrays, etc.  
EDGER SAFETY  
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.  
BRUSHCUTTER SAFETY  
DANGER: Blade can thrust violently  
away from material it does not cut. Blade  
thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs.  
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 Do not attempt to remove cut material nor  
hold material to be cut when the engine is  
running or when cutting blade is moving.  
S Always keep the wheel and depth adjusting  
skid in contact with the ground.  
WARNING: Do not use trimmer head  
as a fastening device for the blade.  
S Always push the unit slowly over the  
ground. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks,  
holes in the terrain, large roots, etc.  
S Always use the handlebar when using edg-  
er attachment.  
WARNING: The blade continues to  
spin after the throttle is released or engine is  
turned off. The coasting blade can throw ob-  
jects or seriously cut you if accidentally  
touched. Stop the blade by contacting the  
right hand side of the coasting blade with ma-  
terial already cut.  
BLOWER/VACUUM SAFETY  
WARNING:  
Inspect area before  
starting unit. Remove all debris and hard ob-  
jects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can  
ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury  
or damage during operation.  
S Do not set unit on any surface except a  
clean, hard area while engine is running.  
Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass,  
etc., could be picked up by the air intake  
and thrown out through discharge opening,  
damaging unit, property, or causing serious  
injury to bystanders or operator.  
S
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S Never place objects inside the blower  
tubes, vacuum tubes or blower outlet. Al-  
ways direct the blowing debris away from  
people, animals, glass, and solid objects  
such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The  
force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to  
be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt  
people or animals, break glass, or cause  
other damage.  
S Never run unit without the proper equip-  
ment attached. When using your unit as a  
blower, always install blower tubes.  
S Check air intake opening, blower tubes or S Throw away and replace blades that are  
vacuum tubes frequently, always with en-  
gine stopped and spark plug disconnected.  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks,  
broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be  
thrown or become entangled in the blade or  
trimmer line.  
bent, warped, cracked, broken or damaged  
in any other way.  
Keep vents and discharge tubes free of de- S Install required shield properly before using  
bris which can accumulate and restrict  
proper air flow.  
the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal  
blade use.  
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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.  
WARNING: Only use brushcutter at-  
tachments that provide a metal shield with  
proboscis nose.  
Proboscis  
nose  
Blades move  
momentarily  
after the  
Allow blades to stop  
before removing  
them from the cut.  
is  
d.  
S Use only specified blade and make sure it is  
properly installed and securely fastened.  
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on  
the right side of the shield will throw debris  
away from the operator.  
S Always use the handlebar and a properly  
adjusted shoulder strap with blade (see AS-  
SEMBLY instructions in brushcutter attach-  
ment instruction manual).  
WARNING: Inspect the area before  
starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard  
objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that  
can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause  
injury or damage during operation.  
S Do not use a cutting blade that is bent,  
warped, cracked, broken or damaged in  
any other way. Have worn or damaged  
parts replaced by your authorized service  
dealer.  
S Always keep unit in front of your body.  
Keep all parts of your body away from the  
cutting blade.  
S Keep the cutting blade and air vents clear of  
debris.  
CULTIVATOR SAFETY  
WARNING: Rotating tines can cause  
serious injury. Keep away from rotating tines.  
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark  
plug before unclogging tines or making re-  
pairs.  
POLE PRUNER SAFETY  
WARNING: The reciprocating blade/  
rotating chain can cause severe injury. In-  
spect the unit before use. Do not operate unit  
with a bent, cracked or dull blade or dull chain.  
Keep away from the blade/chain.  
WARNING: The reciprocating blade/  
rotating chain is sharp. Do not touch. To pre-  
vent serious injury, always stop engine and  
ensure blade/chain has stopped moving, dis-  
connect spark plug, and wear gloves when  
changing or handling the blade or chain.  
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 Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that  
might stop the tines. If heavy contact oc-  
curs, stop the engine and inspect the unit  
for damage.  
WARNING: A coasting blade/rotat-  
ing chain can cause injury while it continues to  
move after the engine is stopped. Maintain  
proper control of the unit until the blade/chain  
S Never operate the cultivator without the tine  
cover in place and properly secured.  
S Keep the tines and guard clear of debris.  
S After striking a foreign object, stop the en- has completely stopped moving.  
Keep  
gine, disconnect the spark plug and inspect hands, face and feet at a distance from all  
moving parts. Do not attempt to touch or stop  
the blade or chain when it is moving.  
the cultivator for damage. Repair before re-  
starting.  
S Disconnect attachment from the drive en-  
gine before cleaning the tines with a hose  
and water to remove any build--up. Oil the  
tines to prevent rust.  
S Always wear gloves when servicing or  
cleaning the tines. The tines become very  
sharp from use.  
S Do not run unit at high speed unless culti-  
vating.  
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY  
DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP  
WARNING:  
Falling objects can  
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE -- Blade  
cause severe head injury. Wear head protec-  
moves momentarily after the trigger is re- tion when operating this unit with a pole prun-  
leased. Do not attempt to clear away cut ma- er attachment.  
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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: 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.  
WARNING: To prevent serious inju-  
ry, do not use more than one boom extension  
with a pole pruner attachment.  
S Direct material discharge away from glass  
enclosures, automobiles, etc.  
WARNING: Keep the pruner away  
from power lines or electrical wires.  
S Only use for pruning limbs or branches up  
to 4 inches in diameter.  
S Do not operate the unit faster than the  
speed needed to prune. Do not run the unit  
at high speed when not pruning.  
S Always stop the unit when work is delayed  
or when walking from one cutting location to  
another.  
S If you strike or become entangled with a for-  
eign object, stop the engine immediately  
and check for damage. Have any damage  
repaired by an authorized service dealer  
before attempting further operations. Dis-  
card blades that are bent, warped, cracked  
or broken.  
S Do not run engine at high speed while not  
removing snow.  
S Be attentive when using the snowthrower,  
and stay alert for holes in the terrain and  
other hidden hazards.  
S Make sure the rotor will spin freely before  
attaching the snowthrower to the power-  
head.  
S If the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen  
ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before  
attempting to operate under power.  
S Keep the rotor clear of debris.  
S Do not throw snow near other people. The  
snow thrower could propel small objects at  
high speed causing injury.  
S After striking a foreign object, stop the en-  
gine, disconnect spark plug and inspect the  
snowthrower for damage and repair if nec-  
essary before restarting unit.  
S Never operate the snowthrower near glass  
enclosures, automobiles and trucks.  
S Never attempt to use the snowthrower on a  
roof.  
S Never operate the snowthrower near win-  
dow wells, dropoffs, etc.  
S Never discharge snow onto public roads or  
near moving traffic.  
S Clear snow from slopes by going up and  
down; never across. Use caution when  
changing directions. Never clear snow  
from steep slopes.  
S Let snowthrower run for a few minutes after  
clearing snow so moving parts do not  
freeze.  
S Stop the unit immediately if you feel exces-  
sive vibration. Vibration is a sign of trouble.  
Inspect thoroughly for loose nuts, bolts or  
damage before continuing. Contact an au-  
thorized service dealer for repair or re-  
placement of affected parts as necessary.  
SNOW THROWER SAFETY  
WARNING: Keep hands and feet  
away from the rotor when starting or running  
the engine. Never attempt to clear the rotor  
with the engine/motor running. Stop engine  
and disconnect spark plug before unclogging  
snow or debris from discharge chute or when  
adjusting vanes.  
S Look behind and use care when backing  
up. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or fal-  
ling, especially when operating in reverse.  
S Know how to stop quickly.  
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ASSEMBLY  
WARNING: If received assembled,  
WARNING: Make sure the locking/  
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly release button is locked in the primary hole  
assembled and all fasteners are secure.  
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-  
aged parts.  
and the knob is securely tightened before op-  
erating the unit. All attachments are designed  
to be used in the primary hole.  
For optional attachments, see the AS-  
SEMBLY section of the applicable attach-  
ment instruction manual.  
ATTACHING SHIELD  
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts  
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.  
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the  
empty fuel tank.  
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal  
due to carburetor adjustments and testing  
done by the manufacturer.  
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. For proper  
orientation of shield, see KNOW YOUR TRIM-  
MER illustration in OPERATION section.  
1. Remove wing nut from shield.  
INSTALLING TRIMMER ATTACH-  
MENT  
CAUTION: When installing trimmer attach-  
ment, place the unit on a flat surface for stabil-  
ity.  
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob  
counterclockwise.  
2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.  
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole  
in bracket.  
Coupr  
LOOSEN  
4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.  
Shipping  
protector  
Wing Nut  
Bracket  
Slot  
Shield  
Gearbox  
Knob  
TIGHTEN  
2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.  
3. Remove the tube cap from the trimmer at-  
tachment (if present).  
ADJUSTING THE HANDLE  
4. Position locking/release button of attach-  
ment into guide recess of coupler.  
5. Push the attachment into the coupler until  
the locking/release button snaps into the  
primary hole.  
WARNING: When adjusting the han-  
dle, be sure it remains between the trigger  
and the arrow on the safety label.  
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.  
6. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se- 2. Rotate the handle on the tube to an up-  
curely by turning clockwise.  
right position; retighten wing nut.  
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KN
RENIT.  
Coontrols  
and
Coupler  
ON/OFF SWITCH  
The ON/OFF switch is located on the trigger  
handle and is used to stop the engine. Move the  
switch to the OFF position to stop the engine.  
CHOKE  
The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine  
to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by  
moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE  
position. After the engine attempts to start, move  
the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.  
Once engine has started, move the choke lever  
to the OFF CHOKE position.  
PRIMER BULB  
The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car-  
buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.  
This allows you to start the engine with fewer  
pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer  
COUPLER  
bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to The COUPLER enables optional attach-  
its original form.  
ments to be installed on the unit.  
the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and  
follow the safety rules relating to fuel before  
fueling your unit.  
IMPORTANT  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel  
information in the safety rules before you be-  
gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,  
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call  
1-800-554-6723.  
Experience indicates that alcohol blended  
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or  
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to  
separation and formation of acids during stor-  
age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system  
of an engine while in storage.  
To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel sys-  
tem before storage for 30 days or longer.  
Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it  
run until the fuel lines and carburetor are  
empty. Use fresh fuel next season.  
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner prod-  
ucts in the fuel tank or permanent damage  
may occur.  
FUELING ENGINE  
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly  
when refueling.  
This engine is certified to operate on  
unleaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline  
must be mixed with a good quality synthetic  
2-cycle air-cooled engine oil designed to be  
mixed at a ratio of 40:1. Poulan/Weed Eater  
brand synthetic oil is recommended. Mix  
gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio  
is obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil  
with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline.  
DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil.  
See the STORAGE section for additional in-  
formation.  
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT  
These oils will cause engine damage. When S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF  
mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on  
container. Once oil is added to gasoline,  
shake container momentarily to assure that  
switch to the OFF position.  
S If engine does not stop, move choke lever  
to FULL CHOKE position.  
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Choke  
position  
decal  
ON/OFF Switch  
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT  
8. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 6 pulls. If the engine  
doesn’t start after 6 pulls (at the HALF  
CHOKE position), move the choke lever to  
the FULL CHOKE position and press the  
primer bulb 6 times. Squeeze and hold the  
throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2  
more times. Move the choke lever to the  
HALF CHOKE position and pull the starter  
rope until the engine runs, but no more than  
6 pulls. If the engine doesn’t start, repeat  
procedure 2 additional times.  
WARNING: The trimmer head will  
turn while starting the engine.  
Avoid any contact with the muffler. A hot muf-  
fler can cause serious burns.  
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a  
warm engine after running out of  
fuel)  
NOTE: If engine still doesn’t start, it is  
probably flooded. Proceed to STARTING A  
FLOODED ENGINE.  
Starting Position  
9. Once the engine starts, allow it to run 10  
seconds, then move the choke lever to  
OFF CHOKE by aligning lever with posi-  
tion shown on decal (see illustration be-  
low). Allow the unit to run for 30 more se-  
conds at OFF CHOKE before releasing  
the throttle trigger. NOTE: If engine dies  
with the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE  
position, move the choke lever to the  
HALF CHOKE position and pull the rope  
until engine runs, but no more than 6  
pulls.  
Starter Handle  
Choke  
Lever  
Primer Bulb  
Muffler  
Choke  
position  
decal  
1. Set unit on a flat surface.  
2. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.  
3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.  
4. Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE by  
aligning lever with position shown on de-  
cal (see illustration below).  
STARTING A WARM ENGINE  
1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.  
2. Move the choke lever to the HALF  
CHOKE position.  
3. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger.  
Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until  
the engine runs smoothly.  
4. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 5 pulls.  
Choke  
position  
decal  
5. Allow engine to run 15 seconds, then  
move the choke lever to the OFF CHOKE  
position.  
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter  
rope 5 more pulls. If engine still does not run, it  
is probably flooded.  
5. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold  
through all remaining steps.  
6. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-  
gine sounds as if it is trying to start, but do  
not pull rope more than 6 times.  
7. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying  
to start, move choke lever to HALF  
CHOKE by aligning lever with position  
shown on decal (see following illustra-  
tion).  
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE  
Flooded engines can be started by placing  
the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position;  
then, pull the rope to clear the engine of ex-  
cess fuel. This could require pulling the starter  
handle many times depending on how badly  
the unit is flooded.  
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If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to  
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call  
1-800-554-6723.  
Primary Hole  
Coupler  
Guide Recess  
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  
Locking/  
Release  
Button  
Attachment  
Upper  
Tube  
WARNING: Make sure the locking/  
release button is locked in the primary hole  
and the knob is securely tightened before op-  
erating the unit.  
WARNING: Always stop unit and dis-  
connect spark plug before removing or instal-  
ling attachments.  
OPERATING POSITION  
REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH-  
MENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL AT-  
TACHMENTS)  
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.  
Upper Tube  
Coupler  
LOOSEN  
Lower  
Attachment  
Cut from your left to your right.  
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.  
TIGHTEN  
Knob  
Do not run the engine at a higher speed than  
necessary. The cutting line will cut efficiently  
when the engine is run at less than full throttle.  
At lower speeds, there is less engine noise  
and vibration. The cutting line will last longer  
and will be less likely to “weld” onto the spool.  
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.  
Locking/Release  
Button  
Always release the throttle trigger and allow the  
engine to return to idle speed when not cutting.  
To stop engine:  
S Release the throttle trigger.  
S Move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF posi-  
tion.  
Coupler  
Lower Attachment  
Upper Tube  
3. While securely holding the engine and  
upper tube, pull the attachment straight  
out of the coupler.  
TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE  
The trimmer line will advance approximately 2  
in. (5 cm) each time the bottom of the trimmer  
head is tapped on the ground with the engine  
running at full throttle.  
INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH-  
MENTS  
1. Remove the tube cap from the attach-  
ment (if present).  
The most efficient line length is the maximum  
2. Position locking/release button of attach- length allowed by the line limiter.  
ment into guide recess of coupler.  
Always keep the shield in place when the tool  
3. Push the attachment into the coupler until is being operated.  
the locking/release button snaps into the To advance line:  
primary hole.  
S Operate the engine at full throttle.  
4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se- S Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above  
curely by turning clockwise.  
the grassy area.  
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S Tap the bottom of the trimmer head lightly on at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to  
the ground one time. Approximately 2 inches make contact. Do not force trimmer line into  
(5 cm) of line will be advanced with each tap. work area.  
Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy  
Trimming  
area. Tapping on surfaces such as concrete  
or asphalt can cause excessive wear to the  
trimmer head.  
If the line is worn down to 2 in. (5 cm) or less,  
more than one tap will be required to obtain  
the most efficient line length.  
3 in. (8 cm)  
Above Ground  
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.  
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  
CUTTING METHODS  
WARNING: Use minimum speed  
and do not crowd the line when cutting around  
hard objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.),  
which can damage the trimmer head, become  
entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a  
serious hazard.  
S The tip of the 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.  
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.  
Tip of the Line  
Line Crowded Into  
Work Area  
Does The Cutting  
Mowing  
Right  
Wrong  
S The line will easily remove grass and  
weeds from around 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:  
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  
the surfaces being swept and move the tool  
from side to side.  
Swee
S During light duty cutting.  
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.  
TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer  
head about 3 in. (8 cm) above the ground and  
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MAINTENANCE  
1. Clean the cover and the area around it to  
keep dirt from falling into the carburetor  
chamber when the cover is removed.  
2. Remove parts by pressing button to re-  
lease air filter cover.  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance except  
for carburetor adjustments.  
CHECK FOR LOOSE  
FASTENERS AND PARTS  
S Spark Plug Boot  
S Air Filter  
S Housing Screws  
S Assist Handle Screw  
S Debris Shield  
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or  
producing harmful evaporative emissions, do  
not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable  
solvent.  
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.  
4. Allow filter to dry.  
5. Add a few drops of oil to the filter;  
squeeze the filter to distribute oil.  
6. Replace parts.  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR  
WORN PARTS  
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-  
placement of damaged or worn parts.  
S ON/OFF Switch -- Ensure ON/OFF switch  
functions properly by moving the switch to  
the OFF position. Make sure engine stops;  
then restart engine and continue.  
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel  
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.  
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if  
debris shield is damaged.  
Air Filter  
Button  
Air Filter  
Cover  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA-  
BELS  
REPLACE SPARK PLUG  
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure  
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set  
spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Ignition timing is  
fixed and nonadjustable.  
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.  
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and  
discard.  
S After each use, inspect complete unit for  
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and  
labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter-  
gent.  
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.  
CLEAN AIR FILTER  
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-  
ance and increases fuel consumption and  
harmful emissions. Always clean after every  
5 hours of operation.  
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark  
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch  
socket wrench.  
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
REPLACING THE LINE  
1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap  
button.  
Line exit holes  
Line in Notch  
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/Weed Eaterr brand line.  
Line in Notch  
WARNING: Never use wire, rope,  
string, etc., which can break off and become a  
dangerous missile.  
Hub  
4. Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1  
cm) into the small holes on the inside of  
spool.  
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.  
Spool  
Small  
Holes  
7. Insert the lines into the the exit holes in  
the 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.  
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Make adjustments with the unit supported so  
the cutting attachment is off the ground and  
will not make contact with any object. Hold  
the unit by hand while running and making ad-  
justments. Keep all parts of your body away  
from the cutting attachment and muffler.  
REPLACING THE CUTTING HEAD  
1. Align hole in the dust cup with the hole in  
the side of the gearbox by rotating the  
dust cup.  
2. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned  
holes. This will keep the shaft from turn-  
ing while removing and installing trimmer  
head.  
Idle Speed Adjustment  
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine  
runs without trimmer head moving or spinning  
(idle too fast) or stalling (idle speed too slow).  
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to  
increase engine speed if engine stalls or  
dies.  
Screwdriver  
S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to  
decrease engine speed if trimmer head  
moves or spins at idle.  
3. While holding the screwdriver in position,  
remove trimmer head by turning clock-  
wise.  
WARNING: Recheck the idle speed  
after each adjustment. The trimmer head  
must not move or spin at idle speed to avoid  
serious injury to the operator or others.  
4. Thread replacement trimmer head onto  
the shaft by turning counterclockwise.  
Tighten until secure.  
5. Remove the screwdriver.  
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT  
WARNING: Keep others away when  
making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer  
head will be spinning during most of this pro-  
cedure. Wear your protective equipment and  
observe all safety precautions. After making  
adjustments, the trimmer head must not  
move/spin at idle speed.  
Air Filter  
Cover  
Idle Speed  
Screw  
The carburetor has been carefully set at the  
factory. Adjustments may be necessary if you  
notice any of the following conditions:  
If you require further assistance or are unsure  
S Engine will not idle when the throttle is about performing this procedure, contact an  
released.  
authorized  
1--800--554--6723.  
service  
dealer  
or  
call  
S The trimmer head moves/spins at idle.  
STORAGE  
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in  
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits  
during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline  
in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Fol-  
low the mix instructions found on stabilizer  
container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after  
adding stabilizer.  
WARNING: Perform the following  
steps after each use:  
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-  
porting.  
S Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area  
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or  
open flames from water heaters, electric  
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.  
S Store unit with all guards in place. Position  
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-  
dentally cause injury.  
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of  
children.  
SEASONAL STORAGE  
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if  
it will not be used for 30 days or more.  
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:  
S Clean the entire unit before lengthy  
storage.  
ENGINE  
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of  
40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through  
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the  
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.  
S Replace spark plug with new one of recom-  
mended type and heat range.  
S Clean air filter.  
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,  
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,  
or worn parts.  
S At the beginning of the next season, use  
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to  
oil ratio.  
S Store in a clean dry area.  
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.  
FUEL SYSTEM  
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-  
TION section of this manual, see message la-  
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-  
sohol in your engine.  
OTHER  
S Do not store gasoline from one season to  
another.  
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the  
recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.  
TROUBLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Engine will not  
start.  
1. Move ON/OFF switch to ON.  
1. ON/OFF switch in  
OFF position.  
2. Engine flooded.  
2. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in  
Operation Section.  
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.  
4. Install new spark plug.  
3. Fuel tank empty.  
4. Spark plug not firing.  
5. Fuel not reaching  
carburetor.  
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
6. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
6. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
Engine will  
not idle  
properly.  
1. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
2. Crankshaft seals worn.  
3. Compression low.  
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Air filter dirty.  
1. Clean or replace air filter.  
2. Clean or replace plug  
and regap.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine will not  
accelerate,  
lacks power,  
or dies under  
a load.  
2. Spark plug fouled.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
5. Compression low.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine  
1. Choke partially on.  
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
1. Adjust choke.  
2. Empty fuel tank and refill with  
correct fuel mixture.  
smokes  
excessively.  
3. Air filter dirty.  
4. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
3. Clean or replace air filter.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation  
section.  
2. Replace with correct spark plug.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine runs  
hot.  
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
2. Spark plug incorrect.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,  
er predelivery setup or normal adjustments  
warrants to the original purchaser that each explained in the instruction manual.  
new Poulan PROr brand gasoline tool or at-  
tachment is free from defects in material and  
workmanship and agrees to repair or replace  
under this warranty any defective gasoline  
product or attachment as follows from the  
original date of purchase.  
2 YEARS-- Parts and Labor, when used for  
household purposes.  
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for  
commercial, professional, or income produc-  
ing purposes.  
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 CON-  
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental  
purposes.  
This warranty is not transferable and does not SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE  
cover damage or liability caused by improper LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT  
handling, improper maintenance, or the use APPLY TO YOU.  
of accessories and/or attachments not spe- The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-  
cifically recommended by ELECTROLUX  
UCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its  
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., for this tool. Addi-  
products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME  
tionally, this warranty does not cover tune- PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to  
ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting line, or rotat- change, modify, or discontinue models, de-  
ing head parts that will wear and require  
signs, specifications, and accessories of all  
replacement with reasonable use during the products at any time without notice or obliga-  
warranty period. This warranty does not cov- tion to any purchaser.  
U.S. EPA  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-  
maintenance. As the small off--road engine  
TIONS: The U. S. Environmental Protection owner, you should be aware that POULAN/  
Agency and POULAN/WEED EATER, DIVI-  
SION OF WCI OUTDOOR PRODUCTS, INC.,  
WEED EATER may deny you warranty cover-  
age if your small off--road engine or a part of it  
are pleased to explain the emissions control has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main-  
system warranty on your year 2001--2004 small tenance, unapproved modifications, or the use  
off--road engine. POULAN/WEED EATER of parts not made or approved by the original  
must warrant the emission control system on equipment manufacturer. You are responsible  
your small off--road engine for the periods of for presenting your small off--road engine to a  
time listed below provided there has been no POULAN/WEED EATER authorized repair  
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of center as soon as a problem exists. Warranty  
your small off--road engine. Your emission con- repairs should be completed in a reasonable  
trol system includes parts such as the carbure-  
amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you  
tor and the ignition system. Where a warrant- have any questions regarding your warranty  
able condition exists, POULAN/WEED EATER rights and responsibilities, you should contact  
will repair your small off--road engine at no cost your nearest authorized service center or call  
to you. Expenses covered under warranty in-  
clude diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFAC- WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE: The  
TURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any  
warranty period begins on the date the small  
POULAN/WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.  
emissions related part on your engine (as listed off--road engine is purchased. LENGTH OF  
under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a peri-  
defective or a defect in the materials or work- od of two years from the initial date of purchase.  
manship of the engine causes the failure of such WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR RE-  
an emission related part, the part will be repaired PLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repair or replace-  
or replaced by POULAN/WEED EATER.  
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILI-  
ment of any warranted part will be performed at  
no charge to the owner at an approved POU-  
TIES: As the small off--road engine owner, you LAN/WEED EATER servicing center. If you  
are responsible for the performance of the re- have any questions regarding your warranty  
quired maintenance listed in your instruction rights and responsibilities, you should contact  
manual. POULAN/WEED EATER recom-  
your nearest authorized service center or call  
mends that you retain all receipts covering POULAN/WEED EATER at 1--800--554--6723.  
maintenance on your small off--road engine, but WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part  
POULAN/WEED EATER cannot deny warran-  
which is not scheduled for replacement as re-  
ty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure quired maintenance, or which is scheduled only  
to ensure the performance of all scheduled for regular inspection to the effect of ”repair or  
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replace as necessary” shall be warranted for 2  
years. Any warranted part which is scheduled  
CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding  
your warranty rights and responsibilities, you  
for replacement as required maintenance shall should contact your nearest authorized service  
be warranted for the period of time up to the first center or call POULAN/WEED EATER at  
scheduled replacement point for that part. 1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO GET WAR-  
DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be charged  
RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-  
for diagnostic labor which leads to the deter- pairs shall be provided at all POULAN/WEED  
mination that a warranted part is defective if the EATER service centers. Call 1--800--554--6723.  
diagnostic work is performed at an approved MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND RE-  
POULAN/WEED EATER servicing center.  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: POULAN/  
PAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any  
POULAN/WEED EATER approved replace-  
WEED EATER may be liable for damages to ment part used in the performance of any war-  
other engine components caused by the failure ranty maintenance or repair on emission related  
of a warranted part still under warranty. WHAT parts will be provided without charge to the own-  
IS NOT COVERED: All failures caused by  
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance are CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Car-  
not covered. ADD--ON OR MODIFIED buretor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered  
er if the part is under warranty. EMISSION  
PARTS: The use of add--on or modified parts up to maintenance schedule), Ignition Module.  
can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner is  
POULAN/WEED EATER is not liable to cover responsible for the performance of all required  
failures of warranted parts caused by the use of maintenance as defined in the instruction  
add--on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE A manual.  
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:  
Moderate (50 hours)  
Intermediate (125 hours)  
Extended (300 hours)  
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