Poulan 966423701, 115244926 instruction manual Operation

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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

 

ON/STOP switch

 

 

Coupler

 

 

Pruner

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Line trimmer

Shaft

Shoulder strap clamp

 

 

 

 

 

attachment

 

 

 

 

Starter handle

 

 

 

 

 

 

Attachment hanger

 

Primer bulb

 

Shield

 

 

 

 

Muffler

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bar oil fill cap

Throttle

Start

 

 

Chain

 

trigger

 

 

 

 

lever

 

 

 

 

 

 

Extension shaft

 

 

 

 

(Pruner use only)

Bar

Bar nut

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON/STOP SWITCH

system by moving the start lever to the START

The ON/STOP switch is located on the trigger

position. DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger

handle and is used to stop the engine. To stop

until the engine has started and runs. After the

the engine, push and release the engine ON/

engine starts, allow the engine to warm--up 5

STOP switch.

 

seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle trigger

PRIMER BULB

 

to deactivate the starting system.

 

COUPLER

 

 

The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car-

 

 

buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.

The COUPLER enables optional attach-

This allows you to start the engine with fewer

ments to be installed on the unit.

pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer bulb

CHAIN TENSION

by pressing it and allowing it to return to its origi-

It is normal for a new chain to stretch during

nal form.

 

 

first 15 minutes of operation. You should

START LEVER

 

 

check your chain tension frequently. See

The START LEVER helps to supply fuel to the

CHAIN TENSION in the SERVICE AND AD-

engine to aid in starting. Activate the starting JUSTMENTS section.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

This engine is certified to operate on

WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel

unleaded gasoline. Before operation,

gasoline must be mixed with a good quality

information in the safety rules before you be-

synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil

gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,

designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1.

do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call

Poulan/WEED EATER brand synthetic oil is

1-800-554-6723.

 

recommended. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio

FUELING ENGINE

of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2

fluid ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4

 

 

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly

liters) of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE

automotive oil or marine oil. These oils will

when refueling.

cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow

HELPFUL TIP

 

instructions printed on container. Once oil is

To obtain the correct oil mix

 

added to gasoline, shake container momentarily

 

to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed.

ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of

 

 

Always read and follow the safety rules relating

2-cycle synthetic oil into

 

 

to fuel before fueling your unit.

one gallon of fresh gas.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions English Español FrançaisIdentification of Safety Symbols Hazard zone for thrown objects Identification of Safety Symbols Safety Rules Pruner SafetyLine Trimmer Safety Plan AheadMaintain Your Unit in Good Working Order Handle Fuel with CautionKickback Reduce the Chance KickbackKickback Safety Features Maintain ControlFor Optional Attachments TipEdger Safety BLOWER/VACUUM SafetyBrushcutter Safety Running or when cutting blade is movingCultivator Safety Hedge Trimmer SafetySnow Thrower Safety Away from the operatorAssembly Tools RequiredFreeze Hex wrench providedShoulder Strap Assembly Adjusting the Assist HandleTo Relocate Shoulder Strap Clamp Attaching Shield for Line Trimmer AttachmentOperation HOW to Stop Your Unit HOW to Start Your UnitFuel Requirements BAR and Chain LubricationInstalling Optional ATTACH- Ments Installing Attachment HangerLocking/Release Button Attachment Coupler Pruning Important Points Pruning TechniqueSecond cut Third cut Collar First cut FootTrimmer Line Advance Cutting MethodsWays are shown below Tip of the Line Does The Cutting Work AreaMaintenance Service and Adjustments Chain Replacement To Sharpen ChainTo Replace Chain Chain Adjustment Replacing the LineReplacing the Trimmer Head Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment StorageSeasonal Storage Fuel SystemTroubleshooting Table Other EngineTrouble Cause Remedy Empty fuel tank and refill withLimited Warranty Statesville RoadCanada, contact Ligations The U.S. EnvironmentalIntermediate 125 hours Extended 300 hours