Poulan 545146921 HOW to Start Your Unit, Starting a Cold Engine, Starting a Warm Engine

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ON/OFF Switch

HOW TO START YOUR UNIT

WARNING: Avoid any contact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.

Starting Position

HELPFUL TIP

If your engine still does not start after following these instructions, please call 1-800-554-6723.

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

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.

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.

OPERATING THE COUPLER

This model is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed. The optional attachments are:

MODEL:

Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PPB1000E Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PPB2000T Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PPB3000B Brushcutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PPB4000C Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PPB5000P

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

REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH- MENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS)

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

Coupler

Shaft

Lower

LOOSEN

 

Attachment

 

TIGHTEN

Knob

2.Press and hold the locking/release button. Locking/Release

Button

Coupler

Upper Shaft

Lower Attachment

 

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

INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH- MENTS

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.

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

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Contents PPB250E Safety Rules Operator SafetyUL Classified Product Notice Fuel Safety Unit / Maintenance SafetyLine Trimmer Safety Additional Safety RulesEdger Safety BLOWER/VACUUM SafetyBrushcutter Safety Hedge Trimmer Safety Cultivator SafetyPole Pruner Safety Proboscis noseHigh speed causing injury Snow Thrower SafetyKnow how to stop quickly Keep the rotor clear of debrisInstalling Trimmer ATTACH- Ment AssemblyAdjusting the Handle Attaching the ShieldOperation Installing Optional ATTACH- Ments HOW to Start Your UnitStarting a Cold Engine Starting a Warm EngineCutting Methods Operating PositionHearing Protection Tip of the lineInspect and Clean Unit and DE- Cals MaintenanceClean AIR Filter Check for Loose Fasteners and PartsService and Adjustments Fuel System Seasonal StorageEngine OtherTroubleshooting Table Cause Remedy Ligations The U.S. Environmental Limited WarrantyIntermediate 125 hours Extended 300 hours