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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
PP6000H
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
545186848 Rev. 1 11/30/08 BRW
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SAFETY RULES
S Keep others including children, animals, by-
standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 me-
ters) away. Stop the unit immediately if you
are approached.
WARNING: When using gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions must al-
ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and
serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.
FUEL SAFETY (for gas powerheads)
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
DANGER: THIS POWER TOOL CAN
BE DANGEROUS! This unit can cause serious
injury including amputation or blindness to the
operator and others. The warnings and safety
instructions in this manual must be followed to
provide reasonable safety and efficiency in us-
ing this unit. The operator is responsible for fol-
lowing the warnings and instructions in this
manual and on the unit. Never allow children to
use this tool.
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 powerhead.
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills
before starting the powerhead.
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fueling site before starting powerhead engine.
S Stop engine and allow to cool before remov-
ing fuel cap.
S Remove fuel cap slowly.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY (for electric
powerheads)
ETY INFORMATION
THE UNIT
WARNING: Avoid a dangerous envi-
ronment. To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
do not use in rain, in damp or wet locations, or
around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not
expose to snow, rain, or water to avoid the pos-
sibility of electrical shock. Do not use on wet
surfaces. Do not handle extension cord plug or
unit with wet hands.
OPERATOR SAFETY
DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE-- B l a d e
moves momentarily after the trigger is re-
leased. Do not attempt to clear away cut ma-
terial when the blade is in motion. Make sure
the switch is in the OFF position, the spark
plug wire is disconnected, and the blade has
stopped moving before removing jammed
material from the cutting blade. Do not grab or
hold the unit by the cutting blade.
S Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses
or similar eye protection when operating, or
performing maintenance on your unit (safety
glasses are available). Eye protection should
be marked Z87.
S Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,
boots, and gloves.
S Always wear foot protection. Do not go bare-
foot or wear sandals.
S Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure
or remove loose clothing or clothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
S Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown
by blade.
S Use only a voltage supply as shown on the
nameplate of the unit.
S Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in
presence of flammable liquids or gases to
avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or
causing damage to unit.
S Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use
in unventilated areas or where dust or ex-
plosive vapors can build up.
S To reduce the risk of electric shock, the
powerhead may have a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other); if so, it will re-
quire the use of a polarized extension cord.
The appliance plug will fit into a polarized
extension cord only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully into the extension cord, re-
verse the plug. If the plug still does not fit,
obtain a correct polarized extension cord.
A polarized extension cord will require the
use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will
fit into the polarized wall outlet only one
way. If plug does not fit fully into the wall
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper walloutlet. Do not change the equip-
ment plug, extension cord receptacle, or
extension cord plug in any way.
S Stay alert. Do not operate when you are tired,
ill, upset, or under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication. Watch what you are do-
ing; use common sense.
S Wear hearing protection.
S Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
S To reduce risk of electrical shock, use ex-
tension cords specifically marked as suit-
able for outdoor appliances having electri-
cal rating not less than the rating of unit.
Cord must be marked with suffix “W--A” (in
Canada “W”). Make sure your extension
cord is in good condition. Inspect extension
cord before useand replaceif damaged. Do
not use a damaged cord. Cord insulation
must be intact with no cracks or deteriora-
S Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Do not overreach or use from unstable sur-
faces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes,
rooftops, etc. Keep firmfooting andbalance
at all times.
S Always keep unit infront of your body. Keep
all parts of your body away from the cutting
blade.
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tion. Plug connectors must be undamaged.
The extension cord used to reach the pow-
er source must be heavy enough to carry
current from the power source the full length
of the extension cord to the unit. An under-
sized extension cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. If in doubt, use the next heavi-
er gauge. The lower the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
S Maintain unit according to recommended pro-
cedures.
S Keep the cutting blade and air vents free
from debris.
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 an authorized service
dealer.
S Use only recommended Poulan PRO cut-
ting blades and replacement parts and ac-
cessories. Use of any other parts may void
your warranty and cause damage to your unit.
S Be sure blade stops turning when engine
idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUST-
MENTS section of powerhead manual).
S Hand carry the unit with the engine stopped
and the muffler and cutting blade away from
your body
S Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Never start the unit with the clutch housing re-
moved. The clutch can fly off and cause seri-
ous injury.
S If blade strikes a foreign object, follow these
steps: stop unit and disconnect spark plug
wire (or disconnect from power source), in-
spect for damage, and repair any damage be-
fore resuming operation of the unit.
S Do not use multiple cords.
S Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit by
the extension cord or yank extension cord
to disconnect unit. To unplug, grasp the
plug, not the cord. Do not use cord as a han-
dle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not ex-
pose cords to heat, oil, or water.
S Keep the extension cord clear of operator and
obstacles at all times. Tie cord to cord retain-
er and connect to recessed plug as shown
in this manual to prevent damage to unit
and/or extension cord and to reduce the
possibility of the extension cord discon-
necting from the unit during operation.
S Do not attempt to repair unit. Inspect the insu-
lation and connectors on the powerhead and
extension cord before each use. If there is
any damage, do not use until damage is re-
paired by your authorized service dealer.
S Do not use the powerhead if the switch
does not turn the unit on and off properly.
Have the unit repaired by your authorized
service dealer.
S Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If
powerhead is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water, return it to your autho-
rized service dealer for repair.
S Avoid unintentional starting of the unit. Nev-
er carry unit with your finger on the switch.
Be sure the switch is in the OFF position
and never touch the switch when connect-
ing extension cord.
S Unplug the unit from the power source when
not in use, before servicing, and when chang-
ing accessories and/or attachments.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Do not grasp or hold exposed blade.
S Stop powerhead before leaving work area.
S Allow powerhead and gearbox to cool before
storing or transporting it in a vehicle.
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 attachment so blade cannot accidental-
ly cause injury.
S Store attachment indoors, out of reach of
children.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow-
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people prone to circulation disorders
or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in 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 unit.
S Avoid any body contact with any grounded
conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes,
to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection should be provided on the circuit
or outlet to be used for the powerhead. Re-
ceptacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect powerhead
spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from
power source) before performing mainte-
nance.
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performed by an autho-
rized service dealer.
S Inspect entire unit before each use. Replace
damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make
sure all fasteners are in place and securely
fastened.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT. Compare the illustrations with your attachment to familiarize
yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future refer-
ence.
Angle Adjus
Fixed Screw
Blade
Angle
Adjustment
Holder
Shaft
BLADE
ANGLE ADJUSTMENT HOLDER
The ANGLE ADJUSTMENT HOLDER is
used to adjust the angle of the hedge trimmer
to suit the area you are trimming.
The BLADE is designed to cut hedges.
Upper Shaft
Coupler
OPERATING THE COUPLER
Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler
which enables optional attachments to be
installed. The optional attachments are:
LOOSEN
Lower
Attachment
MODEL:
Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP1000E
Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP2000T
Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP3000B
Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP5000P
Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP5500P
Brushcutter* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP4000C
*not designed for use with electric powerheads
TIGHTEN
Knob
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
Locking/Release
Button
WARNING: Always disconnect pow-
erhead spark plug (or disconnect powerhead
frompower source) beforeremoving or instal-
ling attachments.
REMOVING ATTACHMENT
Coupler
Lower Attachment
Upper Shaft
CAUTION: When removing or installing at-
tachments, place the powerhead and attach-
ment on a flat surface for stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
3. While securely holding the upper shaft,
pull the attachment straight out of the cou-
pler.
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INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
1. Remove the shaft capfrom theattachment
(if present) and discard.
2. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of upper shaft cou-
pler.
3. Push the attachment into the coupler until
the locking/release button snaps into the
primary hole.
4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-
curely by turning clockwise.
Primary Hole
Coupler
Guide Recess
When operating unit, stand as shown and
check for the following:
S Wear headprotection, eye protection, hear-
ing protection and heavy clothing.
S Keep right arm slightly bent with right hand
holding the trigger handle of powerhead.
S Keep left arm extended with left hand hold-
ing the handle.
Locking/ Attachment
Release
Button
Upper
Shaft
S Keep unit below waist level.
OPERATING TIPS
WARNING: Make sure the locking/
release button is locked in the primary hole
and the knob is securely tightened before op-
erating the unit. Using the wrong hole could
lead to serious injury or damage to the unit.
S Allow the engine to warm up before you begin
trimming.
S Increase the engine speed before placing the
blade in the cut. For best results, run the en-
gine at full throttle while cutting.
S Never attempt to use this hedge trimmer to
cut hedges that have any branches with a
diameter larger than 5/8″ (1.5 cm).
S To trim new growth, use a wide sweeping
motion feeding the blade teeth through the
hedge or twigs. The most effective cutting is
achieved with a slight downward tilt of the
blade.
Secondary Hole
S Wear gloves when trimming thorny or prickly
growth. When trimming new growth, use a
wide sweeping action so that the stems are
fed directly into the cutting blade. Older
growth will have thicker stems and will be
trimmed easiest by using a sawing move-
ment.
Locking/Release
Button in Primary Hole
OPERATING POSITION
S Do not rush the work, but work steadily until
all the branches have been cut back cleanly.
S Use a horizontal cutting position to even the
tops of bushes, shrubs or hedges.
S Use a vertical cutting position to trim the
sides of shrubs, bushes or hedges. Always
cut upward from the bottom.
WARNING: Keep the blade area
clean. Always release the throttle trigger,
move the powerhead ON/OFF switch to the
OFF position, disconnect the spark plug (or
disconnect powerhead from power source),
and make sure the blade has completely
stopped moving before cleaning.
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ADJUSTING THE CUTTING ANGLE
Angle Adjustment
Tr
WARNING: Never attempt to adjust
the cutting angle when the engine is running.
Always release the throttle trigger, wait until
the blade stops moving, move thepowerhead
ON/OFF switch to the OFF position, and dis-
connect spark plug (or disconnect from pow-
er source) before making adjustments.
Adjust the angle of the trimmer to suit the area
you are trimming. Adjust the blade as follows:
1. Use one hand to grasp the angle adjust-
ment holder.
Fi
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2. Loosen the fixed screw by using a wrench
to turn it counterclockwise.
3. When the blade is in the desired position,
turn the fixed screw clockwise to secure
the blade.
Angle Adjustment Holder
MAINTENANCE
S For easier operation and longer blade life,
lubricate the blade before and after each
use.
S Apply a light machine oil along the edge of
the top strap as shown.
WARNING: Always stop unit anddis-
connect spark plug wire (or disconnect pow-
erheadfrompower source) before performing
maintenance.
BLADE MAINTENANCE
WARNING: The blade moves mo-
mentarily after the trigger is released.. To
avoid serious injury, make sure the blade has
stopped moving and disconnect the spark
plug (or disconnect powerhead from power
source) before performing work on the blade.
OIL
Top Strap
WARNING: Always replace a blade
that is bent, warped, cracked, broken, or
damaged in any other way. Never attempt to
straighten and reuse a damaged blade. Use
only specified replacement blade. Wear pro-
tective gloves when handling or performing
maintenance on the blade to help avoidinjury.
STORAGE
If your hedge trimmer attachment is to be
stored for a period of time:
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Clean the entire attachment.
S Allow attachment and gearbox to cool be-
fore storing or transporting.
S Store in a clean dry area.
S Clean all parts and check for damage.
Have damaged parts repaired or replaced
by an authorized service dealer.
S Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces, includ-
ing the blade.
S Position attachment so that any sharp ob-
ject cannot accidentally cause injury.
S Store the attachment in a dry, well venti-
lated area out of the reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare attachment for storage at end of sea-
son or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Poulan PRO, a division of Husqvarna Consum-
In Canada, contact:
er Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to the
original consumer purchaser that each new
Poulan PRO brand gasoline tool or attachment
is free from defects in material and workman-
ship and agrees to repair or replace under this
warranty any defective gasoline product or at-
tachment as follows from the original date of
purchase.
Poulan PRO
850 Matheson Blvd. West
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4
Giving the model number, serial number and
date of purchase of your product and the name
and address of the authorized dealer from
whom it was purchased.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTH-
ER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO
STATE.
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIM-
ITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU.
This is a limited warranty within the meaning of
that term as defined in the Magnuson--Moss Act
of 1975.
2 YEARS - Parts and Labor, when used for
household purposes.
90 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for
commercial, professional, or income producing
purposes.
30 DAYS - Parts and Labor, if used for rental
purposes.
This warranty is not transferable and does not
cover damage or liability caused by improper
handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or
the use of accessories and/or attachments not
specifically recommended by Poulan PRO for
this tool. This warranty does not cover tune--up,
spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, starter springs,
cutting line, or rotating head parts that will wear
and require replacement with reasonable use
during the warranty period. This warranty does
not cover pre--delivery setup or normal adjust-
ments explained in the instruction manual. This
warranty does not cover transportation costs.In
the event you have a claim under this warranty,
you must return the product to an authorized
service dealer.
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.
Should you have any unanswered questions
concerning this warranty, please contact:
Poulan PRO, a division of Husqvarna
Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta, GA 30907
1--800--554--6723
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