Poulan 952711961 HOW to Stop Your Unit, HOW to Start Your Unit, Starting a Flooded Engine

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clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor components, etc. Alternative fuels cause high moisture absorption into the fuel/oil mixture leading to oil and fuel separation.

HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT

SRelease the throttle trigger.

S Push and release the engine ON/STOP switch. The switch will automatically return to the ON position. Wait 5 seconds before at- tempting to restart unit to allow switch to reset.

ON/STOP 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 (or a warm engine after running out of fuel)

NOTE: DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine has started and runs.

1.Set unit on a flat surface.

2.Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.

3.Move the start lever to the START position.

Primer Bulb

Starter Handle

NOTE: Normally, the warm starting procedure can be used within 5 -- 10 minutes after the unit is turned STOP. If the unit sits for more than 10 minutes without being run, 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

Move the start lever to the RUN position and fully squeeze throttle trigger. Pull the starter handle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger until engine starts and runs. 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 TROUBLE- SHOOTING 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 Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP5000P Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP5500P

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

REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH- MENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL AT- TACHMENTS)

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 shaft

Coupler

LOOSEN

Attachment

ThrottleMuffler

Trigger Start

Lever

4.Pull starter rope handle sharply until en- gine starts and runs.

5.Allow unit to run for 10--15 seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle trigger to disen- gage the starting system.

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

Pull starter rope sharply until engine starts and runs.

TIGHTEN Knob

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

button

Coupler

Upper shaft

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).

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Identification of Safety Symbols Table of ContentsIdentification of Safety Symbols Optional Attachments Safety RulesOperator Safety Transporting and Storage Unit / Maintenance SafetyFuel Safety Line Trimmer SafetyHandlebar Edger SafetyBLOWER/VACUUM Safety Brushcutter SafetyPole Pruner Safety Cultivator SafetyHedge Trimmer Safety Head Snow Thrower SafetyHigh speed causing injury Card blades that are bent, warped, cracked or brokenAttaching Shield AssemblyInstalling Trimmer ATTACH- Ment Adjusting the Assist HandleOperation Starting a Flooded Engine HOW to Stop Your UnitHOW to Start Your Unit Installing Optional ATTACH- MentsLocking/Release Button in Primary Hole Operating PositionTrimmer Line Advance Cutting MethodsCheck for Loose Fasteners and Parts MaintenanceInspect and Clean Unit and Labels Clean AIR FilterReplacing the Line Service and AdjustmentsMuffler and Spark ARREST- ING Screen Replace Spark PlugSlot Fuel System Carburetor Idle Speed AdjustmentReplacing the Trimmer Head Seasonal StorageTrouble Cause Remedy Troubleshooting TableEngine OtherLigations The U.S. Environmental Limited WarrantyCanada, contact Poulan PRONANCE, Replacement and Repair

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