Poulan PPB330, 545186798 instruction manual Operation

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER

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

 

Coupler

 

 

 

Trimmer

Shaft

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

head

 

 

 

 

ON/STOP switch

 

Shield

Primer bulb

 

 

 

 

 

 

Muffler

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Line limiter

Throttle trigger

 

 

 

blade

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Choke lever

 

Starter handle

 

 

 

 

 

ON/STOP SWITCH

CHOKE

The ON/STOP switch is used to stop engine. To

The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine

stop the engine, push and release the engine

to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by

ON/STOP switch.

moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE

PRIMER BULB

position. After the engine attempts to start, move

The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car-

the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.

Once engine has started, move the choke lever

buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.

to the RUN position.

This allows you to start the engine with fewer

COUPLER

pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer

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.

 

 

 

 

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow

 

 

 

 

instructions printed on container. Once oil is

WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel

added to gasoline, shake container momentarily

information in the safety rules before you begin.

to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed.

If you do not understand the safety rules, do not

Always read and follow the safety rules relating

attempt to fuel your unit. Call 1-800-554-6723.

to fuel before fueling your unit.

CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in

FUELING ENGINE

your unit. This will cause permanent engine

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly

damage and void the limited warranty.

FUEL REQUIREMENTS

when refueling.

This engine requires the use of minimum 87

 

 

 

 

 

HELPFUL TIP

 

octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline.

 

To obtain the correct oil mix

 

IMPORTANT

 

ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of

 

Use of alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

 

2-cycle synthetic oil into

 

using ethanol or methanol) can cause major en-

 

one gallon of fresh gas.

 

gine performance and durability problems.

This engine is certified to operate on unleaded

 

WARNING: Alternative fuels (not gas-

gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be

oline) such as E--15 (15% alcohol), E--20 (20%

mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle

alcohol), E--85 (85% alcohol) are NOT classified

air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a

as gasoline and are NOT approved for use in

ratio of 40:1. Poulan/WEED EATER brand

2--stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative

synthetic oil is recommended. Mix gasoline and

fuels will cause problems such as: improper

oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by

clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock,

mixing 3.2 fluid ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1

power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration

gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT

of fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor

USE automotive oil or marine oil. These oils will

components, etc. Alternative fuels cause high

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Table of Contents Identification of Safety SymbolsIdentification of Safety Symbols Operator Safety Safety RulesOptional Attachments Line Trimmer Safety Unit / Maintenance SafetyFuel Safety Transporting and StorageBrushcutter Safety Edger SafetyBLOWER/VACUUM Safety Running or when cutting blade is movingPole Pruner Safety Cultivator SafetyHedge Trimmer Safety Away from the operatorHead Snow Thrower SafetyKnow how to stop quickly Essary before restarting unitAdjusting the Assist Handle AssemblyInstalling Trimmer ATTACH- Ment Attaching ShieldOperation Starting a Warm Engine HOW to Stop Your UnitHOW to Start Your Unit Starting a Flooded EngineTrimmer Line Advance Installing Optional ATTACH- MentsOperating Position Cutting MethodsCheck for Loose Fasteners and Parts MaintenanceCheck for Damaged or Worn Parts Service and Adjustments Page Seasonal Storage Carburetor Idle Speed AdjustmentReplacing the Trimmer Head Fuel SystemOther Troubleshooting TableEngine Trouble Cause RemedyCanada, contact Limited WarrantyLigations The U.S. Environmental Intermediate 125 hours Extended 300 hours

545186798, PPB330 specifications

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