Poulan Pole Saw 545137281 User Manual

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Instruction Manual  
Manual de Instrucciones  
Manuel d’Instructions  
SM446E  
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.  
Poulan PRO  
1030 Stevens Creek Road  
Augusta, GA 30907  
545137281  
11/30/06  
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S Do not handle or operate a pruner 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  
aggravated by strenuous work, check with  
doctor before operating a pruner.  
S Carefully plan your pruning operation in  
advance. Do not start cutting until youhave  
a clear work area, secure footing, and a  
planned retreat path.  
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.  
OPERATE YOUR PRUNER SAFELY  
S Do not operate a pruner with one hand.  
Serious injury to the operator, helpers,  
bystanders or any combination of these  
persons may result from one-handed  
items listed in the maintenance section of  
this manual.  
S Make certain the chain stops moving when  
the throttle trigger is released.  
For  
correction, refer to CARBURETOR  
ADJUSTMENTS.  
S Never modify your unit in any way.  
S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil  
or fuel mixture.  
S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and  
fasteners securely tightened.  
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower  
end supported to prevent chain from  
contacting any object.  
S Keep others away when making carburetor  
adjustments.  
S Use only Poulan PRO  
accessories and  
replacement parts as recommended.  
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION  
S Do not smoke while handling fuel or while  
operating the pruner.  
S Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in  
the areas where fuel is mixed or poured.  
There should be no smoking, open flames,  
or work that could cause sparks. Allow  
engine to cool before refueling.  
S Mix and pour fuel inan outdoor area on bare  
ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well  
ventilated place; and use an approved,  
marked container for all fuel purposes.  
Wipe upall fuel spills before startingengine.  
S Moveat least 10 feet (3 meters) fromfueling  
site before starting engine.  
S Turn the engine off and let unit cool in a  
non-combustible area, not on dry leaves,  
straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap  
and refuel unit.  
operation.  
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pruner is intended for  
two-handed use.  
S Operate the pruner only in a well-ventilated  
outdoor area.  
S Do not operate pruner from a ladder or in a  
tree.  
S Donot usea pruner tocut down trees or any  
portion of the tree trunk.  
S Only use for pruning limbs or branches  
overhead not greater than 4 inches (10 cm)  
in diameter.  
S Never stand under thelimbyou arepruning.  
Always position yourself out of the path of  
falling debris.  
S Donot cut small brush and saplings with the  
pruner. Slender matter may catch in the  
chain and be whipped toward you, pulling  
you off balance.  
S Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel  
vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames  
from water heaters, electric motors or  
switches, furnaces, etc.  
S Make sure the chain will not make contact  
with any object while starting the engine.  
Never try to start the unit when the guide  
bar is in a cut.  
S Donot put pressureon the pruner at the end  
of the cut. Applying pressure can causeyou  
to lose control when the cut is completed.  
S Do not run the unit at high speed when not  
pruning.  
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  
lightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the  
guide bar up and back toward the operator.  
S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the wood  
closes in and pinches the moving chain in  
the cut along the top of the guide bar andthe  
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 If you strike or become entangled with a  
foreign object, stop the engine immediately  
and check for damage. Have any damage  
repaired by an authorized service dealer  
before 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  
damaged, broken or is otherwise removed.  
S Always stop the unit when work is delayed  
or when walking from onecutting location to  
another. Stop the engine before setting the  
unit down.  
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.  
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual  
(or manuals for optional attachments).  
MAINTAIN YOUR PRUNER IN GOOD  
WORKING ORDER  
S Have all service performed by a qualified  
service dealer with the exception of the  
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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  
stopping pulls the pruner forward and away  
from the operator and could easily cause the  
operator to lose control of the pruner.  
throttle 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.  
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF  
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES  
The following features are included on your  
pruner to help reduce the hazard of kickback;  
however, such features will not totally elimi-  
nate this danger. As a pruner user, do not rely  
only on safety devices. You must follow all  
safety precautions, instructions, and mainte-  
nance 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  
contributes to accidents.  
S Never let the moving chain contact any  
object 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 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  
S Keep your chain sharp and properly  
tensioned. 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 with the engine  
stopped, never with the engine running.  
Make sure the bar clamp nut is securely  
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.  
Small Radius Tip  
Symm
Large Radius Tip  
S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with  
contoured depth gauge and guard link  
which deflect kickback force and allow  
wood to gradually ride into the cutter.  
Contoured Depth Gauge  
S Use extreme caution when re-entering a  
previous cut.  
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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.  
Elongated Guard Link  
Deflects  
kickback force  
and allows wood  
to gradually ride  
into cutter  
MAINTAIN CONTROL  
Low---Kickback  
Chain  
Can Obstruct Material  
No t a Lo w --- Kickback Chain  
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  
weather has beenlinked to blood vesseldam-  
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.  
S Keep a good, firm grip on the pruner with  
both hands when the engine is running and  
don’t let go. A firm grip will help you reduce  
kickback and maintain control. Keep the  
fingers of your left hand encircling and your  
left thumb under the assist handle. Keep  
your right hand completely around the  
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SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped  
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark ar-  
resting screen which meets the requirements of  
California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest  
land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine,  
Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washing-  
ton require by law that many internal combus-  
tion engines be equipped with a spark arresting  
screen. If you operate in a locale where such  
regulations exist, you are legally responsible for  
maintaining the operating condition of these  
parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law.  
For normal homeowner use, the muffler and  
spark arresting screen will not require any ser-  
vice. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that  
your muffler be serviced or replaced by an au-  
thorized service dealer.  
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet  
(15 meters) away. Stop unit immediately if ap-  
proached.  
WARNING: Inspect the area to be  
trimmed before each use. Remove objects  
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which  
can be thrown by or becomeentangled inline.  
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.  
S Cut from your right to your left. Cutting on  
left side of the shield will throw debris away  
from the operator.  
EDGER SAFETY  
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES  
FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS  
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.  
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 shaft (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.  
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.  
andlebar  
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY  
DANGER: Never use blades withline  
trimmer attachment. Never use flailing de-  
vices with any attachment. Use of any other  
accessories with line trimmer attachment will  
increase the risk of injury.  
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.  
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.  
WARNING: Trimmer line throws ob-  
jects violently. You and others can be blinded/in-  
jured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body  
parts clear of rotating line.  
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 Never place objects inside the blower  
tubes, vacuum tubes or blower outlet. Al-  
ways direct the blowing debris away from  
Eye Protection  
50 ft.  
(15 meters)  
Boots  
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people, animals, glass, and solid objects  
such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The  
forceofaircan causerocks, dirt, or sticks to  
be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt  
people or animals, break glass, or cause  
other damage.  
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.  
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  
vacuum tubes frequently, always with en-  
gine stopped and spark plug disconnected.  
Keep vents and discharge tubes free of de-  
bris which can accumulate and restrict  
proper air flow.  
S Throw away and replace blades that are  
bent, warped, cracked, broken or damaged  
in any other way.  
S Install required shield properly before using  
the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal  
blade use.  
WARNING: Only use brushcutter at-  
tachments that provide a metal shield with  
proboscis nose.  
S Never place any object inair 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.  
Proboscis  
nose  
BRUSHCUTTER SAFETY  
S Useonly 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.  
DANGER: Blade can thrust violently  
away from material it does not cut. Blade  
thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs.  
S Always use the handlebar and a properly  
adjustedshoulder strap withblade (seeAS-  
SEMBLY instructions in brushcutter attach-  
ment instruction manual).  
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 repairs.  
WARNING: Do not use trimmer head  
as a fastening device for the blade.  
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.  
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.  
S Never operate the cultivator without thetine  
cover in place and properly secured.  
S Keep the tines and guard clear of debris.  
S After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,  
disconnect the spark plug and inspect the cul-  
tivator for damage. Repair before restarting.  
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.  
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S Always wear gloves when servicing or  
cleaning the tines. The tines become very  
sharp from use.  
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.  
S Do not run unit at high speed unless culti-  
vating.  
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY  
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.  
DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP  
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE -- Blade  
moves momentarily after the trigger is re-  
leased. Do not attempt to clear away cut ma-  
terial when the blade is in motion. Make sure  
the switch is in the OFF position, the spark  
plug wire is disconnected, and the blade has  
stopped moving before removing jammed  
materialfromthe cutting blade. Donot grab or  
hold the unit by the cutting blade.  
S Direct material discharge away from glass  
enclosures, automobiles, etc.  
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.  
Blades move  
momentarily  
after the  
Allow blades to stop  
before removing  
S Make sure the rotor will spin freely before  
attaching the snowthrower to the power-  
head.  
them from the cut.  
is  
S If the rotor will not rotate freely due tofrozen  
ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before  
attempting to operate under power.  
S Keep the rotor clear of debris.  
d.  
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.  
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 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 Keep the cutting bladeand air vents clear of  
debris.  
SNOW THROWER SAFETY  
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.  
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 Let snowthrower run for a few minutes after  
clearing snow so moving parts do not  
freeze.  
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  
WARNING: If received assembled,  
Secondary Hole  
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly  
assembled and all fasteners are secure.  
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.  
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the  
empty fuel tank.  
Locking/Release  
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal  
due to carburetor adjustments and testing  
done by the manufacturer.  
Button in Primary Hole  
For optional attachments, see the AS-  
SEMBLY section of the applicable attach-  
ment instruction manual.  
SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY  
TOOLS REQUIRED  
S Hex wrench (provided)  
INSTALLING PRUNER ATTACH-  
MENT  
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap  
adjustments must be made with the engine  
completely stopped before using unit.  
1. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit  
and balance before starting the engine or  
beginning a cutting operation.  
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.  
2. Insert your right arm and head through  
the 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.  
Coupr  
LOOSEN  
Shipping  
protector  
3. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be  
about 3 -- 6 inches (8 -- 15 cm) below the  
waist.  
Knob  
TIGHTEN  
4. Fasten the strap hook to the clamp lo-  
cated between the throttle handle andthe  
assist handle and lift the tool to the oper-  
ating position.  
NOTE: It may be necessary to relocate the  
shoulder strap clamp on the shaft for proper  
balancing of unit.  
2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.  
3. Remove the shaft cap from the pruner at-  
tachment (if present).  
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.  
TO RELOCATE SHOULDER STRAP  
CLAMP:  
6. Before using theunit, tighten the knobse-  
curely by turning clockwise.  
1. Loosen and remove both clamp screws.  
2. Place the upper shoulder strap clamp  
over the upper shaft.  
Primary Hole  
Coupler  
Guide Recess  
3. Position the lower shoulder strap clamp  
under the upper shaft and align the upper  
and lower clamp screw holes.  
houlder  
amp  
Locking/ Attachment  
Release  
Button  
Upper  
Shaft  
POWERHEAD  
END  
WARNING: Make sure the locking/  
release button is locked in the primary hole  
and the knob is securely tightened before op-  
erating the unit. All attachments are designed  
to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise  
stated in the applicable attachment instruction  
manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to seri-  
ous injury or damage to the unit.  
ATTACHMENT  
Lower Shoulder  
END  
Strap Clamp  
Screws  
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4. Insert two screws into the screw holes.  
5. Secure shoulder strap clamp by tighten-  
ing screws with a hex wrench.  
balancing of unit. When adjusting the assist  
handle or handlebar during use of optional at-  
tachments, it must be repositioned between  
ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE  
the throttle trigger and the  
upper arrow  
(closest to engine) on the safety label.  
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.  
WARNING: When adjusting the as-  
sist handle, be sure it remains between the  
2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an up-  
right position; retighten wing nut.  
coupler and the  
lower arrow (closest to  
coupler) on the safety label to ensure proper  
OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR PRUNER  
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.  
Assist Handle  
FF Switch  
Shoulder strap clamp  
Starter handle  
fill cap  
Attachment Hanger  
Bar oil fill cap  
Primer  
bulb  
Chain  
ottle trigger  
Bar  
Start lever  
Bar nut  
Muffler  
system by moving the start lever to the START  
position. DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger  
until the engine has started and runs. After the  
engine starts, allow the engine to warm--up 5  
seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle trigger  
to deactivate the starting system.  
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.  
PRIMER BULB  
The PRIMER BULB removes air from thecar-  
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  
bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to  
its original form.  
COUPLER  
The COUPLER enables optional attach-  
ments to be installed on the unit.  
CHAIN TENSION  
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.  
START LEVER  
The START LEVER helps to supply fuel to the  
engine to aid in starting. Activate the starting  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
HELPFUL TIP  
To obtain the correct oil mix  
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of  
2 -cycle synthetic oil into  
one gallon of fresh gas.  
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.  
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  
FUELING ENGINE  
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly  
when refueling.  
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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 marine oil. These oils will cause engine  
damage. When mixing fuel, follow instructions  
printed on container. Once oil is added to  
gasoline, shake container momentarily to  
assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always  
read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel  
before fueling your unit.  
Starting Position  
HELPFUL TIP  
If your engine still does not  
start after following these  
instructions, please call  
1 -800 -554-6723.  
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION  
The bar and chain require lubrication. The chain  
oiler provides continuous lubrication to the chain  
and guide bar. Be sure to fill the bar oil tank  
when you fill the fuel tank (Capacity = 4.6 fl. oz.).  
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 discolor-  
ation of the bar. The oil output is automatically  
metered during operation. Always fill the bar oil  
tank when you fill the fuel tank.  
Genuine Poulan or Poulan PRO bar and  
chain oil is recommended to protect your unit  
against excessive wear from heat and fric-  
tion. Poulan or Poulan PRO oil resists high  
temperature thinning. If Poulan or Poulan  
PRO bar and chain oil is not available, use a  
good grade SAE 30 oil.  
S Never use waste oil for bar and chain  
lubrication.  
S Always stop the engine before removing  
the oil cap.  
STARTING A COLD ENGINE  
NOTE: DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger  
until the engine has started and runs.  
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 the start lever to the START posi-  
tion.  
Starter Handle  
Start  
Lever  
Primer Bulb  
IMPORTANT  
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 system before stor-  
age for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,  
start the engine and let it run untilthe fuellines  
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next  
season. Never use engine or carburetor  
cleaner products in the fueltank or permanent  
damage may occur. See the STORAGE sec-  
tion for additional information.  
Muffler  
5. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-  
gine starts and runs.  
6. Allow unit to run for 5 seconds, then fully  
squeeze the throttle trigger to disengage  
the starting system.  
STARTING A WARM ENGINE  
1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position.  
2. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger.  
Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until  
engine runs smoothly.  
3. Pull starter rope sharply while squeezing  
throttle trigger until engine runs.  
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT  
S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF  
switch to the OFF position.  
NOTE: Normally, the warm starting proce-  
dure can be used within 5--10 minutes after  
the unit is turned OFF. If the unit sits for more  
than 10 minutes without being ran, it will be  
necessary to start the unit by following the  
steps under STARTING A COLD ENGINE or  
following the starting instruction steps shown  
on the unit.  
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE  
Flooded engines can be started by placing  
the ON/OFF switch in the ON position. Move  
the start lever to the RUN position and fully  
squeeze throttle trigger. Pull the starter han-  
dle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger  
until engine starts and runs. This could re-  
quire pulling the starter handle many times,  
depending on how badly the unit is flooded.  
If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to  
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call  
1-800-554-6723.  
ON/OFF Switch  
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT  
WARNING: Make sure the chain will  
not make contact with any object while start-  
ing the engine. Never try to start the unit when  
the guide bar is in a cut. Avoid any contact  
with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause seri-  
ous burns.  
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OPERATING THE COUPLER  
This model is equipped with a coupler which  
enables optional attachments to be installed.  
The optional attachments are:  
WARNING: Make sure the locking/  
release button is locked in the primary hole  
and the knob is securely tightened before op-  
erating the unit. All attachments are designed  
to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise  
stated in the applicable attachment instruction  
manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to seri-  
ous injury or damage to the unit.  
MODEL:  
Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP1000E  
Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP2000T  
Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP3000B  
Brushcutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP4000C  
WARNING: Always stop unit anddis-  
connect spark plug before removing or instal-  
ling attachments.  
Secondary Hole  
REMOVING PRUNER ATTACHMENT  
(OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACH-  
MENTS)  
CAUTION: When removing or installing at-  
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for  
stability.  
Locking/Release  
Button in Primary Hole  
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob  
counterclockwise.  
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT  
Upper Shaft  
HANGER  
An attachment hanger is provided for storage  
when attachment is not in use.  
Coupler  
To install hanger on attachment:  
LOOSEN  
Lower  
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 until the  
locking/release button snaps into the hole.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
It is recommended that the engine not be  
operated for longer than 1 minute at full  
throttle.  
TIGHTEN  
Knob  
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.  
Locking/Release  
OPERATING POSITION  
Button  
ALWAYS WEAR:  
Head  
Coupler  
Lower Attachment  
Upper Shaft  
protection Eye  
protection  
3. While securely holding the engine and  
upper shaft, pull the attachment straight  
out of the coupler.  
INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH-  
MENTS  
Long pants  
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.  
Heavy  
shoes  
4. Before using theunit, tighten the knobse-  
curely by turning clockwise.  
DANGER: Do not extend arms above  
shoulders while pruning. Do not stand be-  
neath branch being cut.  
Primary Hole  
Coupler  
Guide Recess  
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:  
Locking/ Attachment  
Release  
Button  
Upper  
Shaft  
S Extend your left arm and hold assist handle  
with your left hand.  
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S Hold throttle grip with your right hand with  
finger on throttle trigger.  
S Keep engine end below waist level.  
S Keep shoulder strap pad centered on your  
left shoulder and danger sign centered on  
your back.  
S Maintain full weight of tool on your left  
shoulder.  
Second cut  
Third cut  
Always release the throttle trigger and allow the  
engine to return to idle speed when not pruning.  
To stop engine:  
S Release the throttle trigger.  
S Move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF posi-  
tion.  
Collar  
PRUNING  
First cut  
Pruning technique  
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.  
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.  
IMPORTANT POINTS  
S Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly  
gripped on the pruner. Maintain secure  
footing and balance.  
S Plan cut carefully. Check direction branch  
will fall.  
S 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.  
S Watch out for branches immediately behind  
the branch being pruned. If the chain hits the  
rear branch, damage to the unit may occur.  
S 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 fibers  
is released.  
Foot  
S Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear  
branches out of the way to avoid tripping  
over them.  
S Long branches should be removed in  
several pieces.  
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, makea final cut leaving a 1 -- 2 inch  
(2.5 -- 5 cm) collar from the trunk of the  
tree to avoid damage to the tree.  
PRUNING TECHNIQUE  
When ready to cut, accelerate to full throttle  
and apply a light cutting pressure. DO NOT  
use back and forth sawing action.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Chain Adjustment T
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance except  
for carburetor adjustments.  
ide  
Bar  
HELPFUL TIP  
IMPORTANT: Have all  
repairs other than the rec-  
2. Loosen bar clamp nut until it is finger tight  
against the bar clamp.  
ommended maintenance  
described in the instruction  
manual performed by an  
authorized service dealer.  
If any dealer other than an authorized  
service dealer performs work on the  
product, Poulan PRO may not pay for  
repairs under warranty. It is your re-  
sponsibility to maintain and perform  
general maintenance.  
Adjusting Screw  
Bar clamp nut  
3. Turn adjusting screw clockwise until  
chain solidly contacts bottomof guide bar  
rail. Then, turn adjusting screw an addi-  
tional 1/4 turn.  
CHECK FOR LOOSE  
FASTENERS AND PARTS  
S Spark Plug Boot  
Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn  
S Air Filter  
S Housing Screws  
4. Using bar tool, roll chain around guide bar  
to ensure all links are in bar groove.  
S Assist Handle Screw  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR  
WORN PARTS  
5. Lift up tip of guide bar to check for sag.  
Release tip of guide bar, then turn adjust-  
ingscrew 1/4 turn clockwise. Repeat until  
sag does not exist.  
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.  
6. While lifting tip of guide bar, tighten bar  
clamp nut securely with the bar tool.  
S Fuel tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel  
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.  
S Oil tank -- Discontinue use of unit if oil tank  
shows signs of damage or leaks.  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA-  
BELS  
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.  
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.  
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.  
CHECK CHAIN TENSION  
9. If chain is too loose, it will sag below the  
guide bar and needs to be tightened fol-  
lowing above procedure.  
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  
and refuel 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.  
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.  
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.  
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S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to  
CLEAN AIR FILTER  
restore square edges and sides.  
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-  
ance and increases fuel consumption and  
harmful emissions. Always clean after every  
5 hours of operation.  
File Rail Edges  
and Sides  
Square  
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.  
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. Replace parts.  
Worn Groove  
Correct Groove  
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  
replacement is necessary, use only the guide  
bar specified for your pruner in the repair  
parts list.  
LUBRICATION  
Bar Oil  
Fill Cap  
Button  
Air Filter  
S See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL under  
the OPERATION section.  
Air Filter Cover  
BAR MAINTENANCE  
MUFFLER AND SPARK ARREST-  
ING SCREEN  
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, ensure ON/OFF switch is in  
the OFF position, then clean all sawdust from  
the guide bar and sprocket hole.  
WARNING: The muffler on this prod-  
uct contains chemicals known to the State of  
California to cause cancer.  
As your unit is used, carbon deposits build up  
on the muffler and spark arresting screen.  
For normal homeowner use, however, the  
muffler and spark arresting screen will not re-  
quire any service. After 50 hours of use, we  
recommend that your muffler be serviced or  
replaced by your authorized service dealer.  
To maintain guide bar:  
S Move ON/OFF switch to the OFF position  
and disconnect spark plug.  
S Loosen and remove bar clamp nut and  
chain brake. Remove bar and chain from  
pruner.  
REPLACE SPARK PLUG  
S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after  
each 5 hours of operation.  
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure  
the engine starts easier and runs better. In-  
spect spark plug every 25 hours of usage.  
Cleanand/or replace as necessary. Set spark  
plug gap at 0.025 inch (0.6 mm). Ignition tim-  
ing is fixed and nonadjustable.  
Remove Sawdust From  
Guide Bar Groove  
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.  
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and  
discard.  
Oil Holes  
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark  
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch  
(19 mm) socket wrench.  
S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal  
process of rail wear. Remove these burrs  
with a flat file.  
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
CHAIN REPLACEMENT  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance, service, or  
adjustments except for carburetor adjustments.  
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.  
CHAIN SHARPENING  
Chain sharpening is a complicated task that  
requires special tools. We recommended you  
refer chainsharpening to a professionalchain  
sharpener.  
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Replace the old chain when it becomes worn or  
damaged. Use only the Low-Kickback replace-  
ment chain specified in the repair parts list.  
TO REPLACE CHAIN:  
Lower  
Hole  
1. MoveON/OFF switch to the OFF position  
and disconnect spark plug.  
2. Remove bar clamp nut.  
3. Remove bar clamp.  
Adjusting Pin  
4. Turn adjusting screw by hand counter-  
clockwise until adjusting pin just touches  
the stop.  
Guide Bar  
13. Install bar clamp nut and finger tighten  
only. Do not tighten any further at this  
point. Proceed to the CHAIN ADJUST-  
MENT section.  
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT  
See CHECK CHAIN TENSION in MAINTE-  
NANCE section.  
5. Slide guide bar behind sprocket until  
guide bar stops against sprocket.  
6. Remove the old chain.  
7. Carefully remove new chain from pack-  
age. Hold chain with the drive links as  
shown.  
Cutter  
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT  
Tip of  
Bar  
WARNING: Keep others away when  
making idle speed adjustments. The chain  
will be moving during most of this procedure.  
Wear your protective equipment and observe  
all safety precautions. After making adjust-  
ments, the chain must not move at idlespeed.  
The carburetor has been carefully set at the  
factory. Adjustment to the idle speed may be  
necessary if you notice any of the following  
conditions:  
Drivelink  
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN  
DIRECTION OF ROTATION  
S Engine will not idle when the throttle is re-  
leased.  
Depth Gauge  
Cutters  
S The chain moves at idle.  
Make adjustments with the unit supported so  
the pruner is off the ground and the chain will  
not make contact with any object. Hold the  
unit by hand while running and makingadjust-  
ments. Keep all parts of your body away from  
the chain and muffler.  
Drive Links  
Idle Speed Screw  
IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT  
Allow engine to idle. Adjust idlespeed until en-  
gine runs without chain moving (idle too fast)  
or stalling (idle speed too slow).  
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to in-  
crease enginespeed if enginestalls or dies.  
S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to  
decrease engine speed if chain moves at idle.  
8. Place chain over 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.  
WARNING: Recheck the idle speed  
after each adjustment. The chain must not  
move at idle speed to avoid serious injury to  
the operator or others.  
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.  
12. Now, install bar clamp making sure the  
adjusting pin is positioned in the lower  
hole in the guide bar.  
If you require further assistance or are unsure  
about performing this procedure, contact your  
authorized  
service  
dealer  
or  
call  
1--800--554--6723.  
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STORAGE  
HELPFUL TIP  
WARNING: Perform the following  
During storage of your gas/  
oil mixture, the oil will sepa-  
rate from the gas.  
steps after each use:  
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-  
porting.  
We recommend that you  
shake the gas can weekly  
to insure proper blending of  
the gas and oil.  
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.  
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 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.  
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 gasolineto  
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 messagela-  
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.  
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.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plugbefore 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. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in  
Operation Section.  
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.  
4. Install new spark plug.  
2. Engine flooded.  
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. Idle speed set too high  
or too low.  
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.  
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.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine  
1. Choke partially on.  
1. Adjust choke.  
smokes  
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
2. Empty fuel tank and refill with  
correct fuel mixture.  
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.  
Engine runs  
hot.  
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
2. Replace with correct spark plug.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
2. Spark plug incorrect.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Chain moves at  
idle speed.  
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in  
Service and Adjustments Section.  
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Idle speed requires  
adjustment.  
2. Clutch requires repair.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
Poulan PRO warrants to the original pur-  
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-  
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE  
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT  
APPLY TO YOU.  
The policy of Poulan PRO is to continuously  
improve its products. Therefore, Poulan  
PRO reserves the right to change, modify, or  
discontinue models, designs, specifications,  
and accessories of all products at any time  
without notice or obligation to any purchaser.  
chaser that each new Poulan PRO brand  
gasoline tool or attachment is free from de-  
fects in material and workmanship and  
agrees to repair or replace under this war-  
ranty any defective gasoline product or at-  
tachment 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.  
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental  
purposes.  
This warranty is not transferableand does not  
cover damage or liability caused by improper  
handling, improper maintenance, or the use  
of accessories and/or attachments not spe-  
cifically recommended by Poulan PRO for  
this tool. Additionally, this warranty does not  
cover tune-ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting  
line, or rotating head parts that will wear and  
require replacement with reasonable use dur-  
ing the warranty period. This warranty does  
not cover predelivery setup or normal adjust-  
ments explained in the instruction manual.  
U.S. EPA/CALIFORNIA/ENVIRONMENT CANADA  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB-  
LIGATIONS: The U.S. Environmental  
Protection Agency, California Air Resources  
Board, Environment Canada and Poulan  
PRO are pleased to explain the emissions con-  
trol system warranty on your year 2007 and lat-  
er small off--road engine. In California, all small  
off--road engines must be designed, built, and  
equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti--  
smog standards. Poulan PRO must warrant  
the emission control system on your small  
off--road engine for the periods of time listed  
below provided there has been no abuse, ne-  
glect, or improper maintenance of your small  
off--road engine. Your emission control system  
includes parts such as the carburetor, the igni-  
tion system and the fuel tank (California only).  
Where a warrantable condition exists, Poulan  
PRO will repair your small off--road engine at  
no cost to you. Expenses covered under war-  
ranty include diagnosis, parts and labor.  
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COV-  
ERAGE: If any emissions relatedpart onyour  
engine (as listed under Emissions Control  
Warranty Parts List) is defective or a defect in  
the materials or workmanship of the engine  
causes the failure of such an emission related  
part, the part will be repaired or replaced by  
Poulan PRO. OWNER’S WARRANTY RE-  
SPONSIBILITIES: As the small off--road en-  
gine owner, you are responsible for the per-  
formance of the required maintenance listed  
in your instruction manual. Poulan PRO rec-  
ommends that you retain all receipts covering  
maintenance on your small off--road engine,  
but Poulan PRO cannot deny warranty solely  
for the lack of receipts or for your failure to en-  
sure the performance of all scheduled main-  
tenance. As the small off--road engine owner,  
you should be aware that Poulan PRO may  
deny you warranty coverage if your small off--  
road engine or a part of it has failed due to  
abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, un-  
approved modifications, or the use of parts  
not made or approved by the original equip-  
ment manufacturer. You are responsible for  
presenting your small off--road engine to an  
Poulan PRO authorized repair center as soon  
as a problem exists. Warranty repairs should be  
completed in a reasonable amount of time, not  
to exceed 30 days. If you have any questions  
regarding your warranty rights and responsi-  
bilities, you should contact your nearest autho-  
rized service center or call Poulan PRO at  
1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY COM-  
MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period  
begins on the date the small off--road engine  
is purchased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE:  
This warranty shall be for a period of two  
years fromthe initial date of purchase. WHAT  
IS COVERED: REPAIR OR REPLACE-  
MENT OF PARTS. Repair or replacement of  
any warranted part will be performed at no  
charge to the owner at an approved Poulan  
PRO servicing center. If you have any ques-  
tions regarding your warranty rights and re-  
sponsibilities, you should contact your near-  
est authorized service center or call Poulan  
PRO at 1--800--554--6723.  
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WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part  
which is not scheduled for replacement as re-  
quired maintenance, or which is scheduled  
only for regular inspection to the effect of “re-  
pair or replace as necessary” shall be war-  
ranted for 2 years. Any warranted part which  
is scheduled for replacement as required  
maintenance shallbe warranted for the period  
of time up to the first scheduled replacement  
point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner  
shall not be charged for diagnostic labor  
which leads to the determination that a war-  
ranted part is defective if the diagnostic work  
is performed at an approved Poulan PRO  
servicing center. CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-  
AGES: Poulan PRO may be liable for dam-  
ages to other engine components caused by  
the failure of a warranted part still under war-  
ranty. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: All failures  
caused by abuse, neglect, or improper main-  
tenance are not covered. ADD -ON OR MO-  
DIFIED PARTS: The use of add--on or modi-  
fied parts can be grounds for disallowing a  
warranty claim. Poulan PRO is not liable to  
cover failures of warranted parts caused by the  
use of add--on or modified parts.  
HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If you have any ques-  
tions regarding your warranty rights and respon-  
sibilities, you should contact your nearest autho-  
rized service center or call Poulan PRO at  
1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO GET WAR-  
RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-  
pairs shall be provided at all Poulan PRO  
service centers. Call: 1--800--554--6723.  
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND  
REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED  
PARTS: Any Poulan PRO approved re-  
placement part used in the performance of  
any warranty maintenance or repair on  
emissionrelatedparts willbe providedwith-  
out charge to the owner if the part is under  
warranty. EMISSION CONTROL WARRAN-  
TY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, Ignition Sys-  
tem: Spark Plug (covered up to maintenance  
schedule), Ignition Module, Muffler including  
catalyst, Fuel Tank (California only). MAINTE-  
NANCE STATEMENT: The owner is respon-  
sible for the performance of all required main-  
tenance as defined in the instruction manual.  
The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.  
Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.  
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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