Poulan PP036 Operating Instructions, Operating The Coupler, Installing Optional Attach- Ments

Models: PP036

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OPERATING THE COUPLER

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:

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

Coupler

Primary Hole

 

Guide Recess

Upper

Locking/ Attachment

Shaft

Release

 

Button

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Make sure the locking/ release button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before op- erating the unit. All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise stated in the applicable attachment instruction manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to seri- ous injury or damage to the unit.

Secondary Hole

Locking/Release

Button in Primary Hole

Lower

LOOSEN

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

It is recommended that the engine not be

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.

operated for longer than 1 minute at full throttle.

OPERATING POSITION

ALWAYS WEAR:

Eye Protection

Long Pants

Heavy Shoes

Cut from your right to your left.

It is recommended that the engine not be WARNING: Always wear eye protec- tion. Never lean over the trimmer head. Rocks or debris can ricochet or be thrown into eyes and face and cause blindness or other serious injury.

Do not run the engine at a higher speed than necessary. The cutting line will cut efficiently when the engine is run at less than full throttle. At lower speeds, there is less engine noise and vibration. The cutting line will last longer and will be less likely to “weld” onto the spool. Always release the throttle trigger and allow the engine to return to idle speed when not cutting.

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Poulan PP036 Operating Instructions, Operating The Coupler, Removing Trimmer Attach- Ment Or Other Optional At- Tachments