Starting a Warm Engine, Operating the Coupler

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.

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.

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.

If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-554-6723.

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

WARNING: Always stop unit and dis- connect spark plug before removing or instal- ling attachments.

REMOVING PRUNER ATTACHMENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACH- MENTS)

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

3.While securely holding the engine and upper tube, pull the attachment straight out of the coupler.

INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH- MENTS

1.Remove the tube 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.

4.Before using the unit, tighten the knob se- curely by turning clockwise.

Coupler	Primary Hole
	Guide Recess
Upper	Locking/ Attachment
Tube	Release
	Button

WARNING: Make sure the locking/ release button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before op- erating the unit.

INSTALLING ATTACHMENT

HANGER

An attachment hanger is provided for storage when attachment is not in use.

To install hanger on attachment:

1.Remove the tube 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 POSITION

ALWAYS WEAR:

Head

Protection Eye

Protection

Lower

LOOSEN

Attachment

TIGHTEN Knob

Long Pants

Heavy Shoes

2. Press and hold the locking/release button.

Locking/Release		DANGER: Do not extend arms above
Button		shoulders while pruning. Do not stand be-
		neath branch being cut.
Coupler	Upper Tube	WARNING: Always wear head, eye,
Lower Attachment	Upper Tube	hearing, foot and body protection to reduce
		hearing, foot and body protection to reduce
		the risk of injury when operating this unit.
		the risk of injury when operating this unit.