OPERATING THE COUPLER

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

MODEL:

Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP1000E Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP2000T Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP3000B Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP5000P Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP5500P

WARNING: Always disconnect pow- erhead spark plug before removing or instal- ling attachments.

REMOVING BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT (OR OTHER

OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS) CAUTION: When removing or installing at- tachments, place the powerhead and attach- ment on a flat surface for stability.

1.Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise.

Coupler

AttachmentLOOSEN

Knob

TIGHTEN

2.Press and hold the locking/release button.

Locking/Release

Button

Attachment

Coupler

Upper Shaft

3.While securely holding the 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) and discard.

2.Position locking/release button of attach- ment into guide recess of upper shaft 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

Locking/

Upper Release Attachment

Shaft Button

WARNING: Make sure the locking/re- lease button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before operat- ing the unit. Using the wrong hole could lead to serious injury or damage to the unit.

Locking/Release

Button in Primary Hole

INSTALLING ATTACHMENT

HANGER

An attachment hanger is provided for storage when attachment is not in use. To install hang- er on attachment:

1.Remove the shaft cap from the attach- ment (if present) and discard.

2.Press and hold the locking/release but- ton.

3.Push hanger onto the attachment until the locking/release button snaps into the hole.

OPERATING POSITION

ALWAYS WEAR:

Eye Protection

Heavy,

Long Pants

Boots

Cut from your left to your right.

NOTE: This brushcutter attachment is not designed for use with electric powerheads. When operating unit with brushcutter attach- ment, clip shoulder strap onto upper shoulder strap clamp, stand as shown and check for the following:

SWear eye protection and heavy clothing.

SKeep arms extended with right hand holding the trigger handle of powerhead.

SKeep left arm extended with left hand hold- ing the handlebar.

SKeep unit below waist level.

SShoulder strap pad should be centered on your left shoulder and danger sign centered on your back.

SMaintain full weight of tool on left shoulder. S Without bending over, keep the blade near and parallel to the ground and not crowded in-

to material being cut.

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Poulan 545212831 Operating the Coupler, Removing Brushcutter Attachment or Other, Installing Optional ATTACH- Ments