If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
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 Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP5000P
WARNING: Always stop unit anddis- 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 Shaft
Coupler
WARNING: Make sure the locking/ release button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before op- erating the unit.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
It is recommended that the engine not be operated for longer than 1 minute at full throttle.
OPERATING POSITION
ALWAYS WEAR:
Hearing 
Protection
Eye Protection
Heavy,
Long Pants
Boots
Cut from your left to your right.
When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto
Lower Attachment
LOOSEN
clamp, stand as shown and check for the fol- lowing:
SWear eye protection and heavy clothing.
S Extend your left arm and hold handlebar grip with your left hand.
SHold throttle grip with your right hand with
finger on throttle trigger.
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.
Coupler | Primary Hole |
| Guide Recess |
| Locking/ |
Upper | Release Attachment |
Shaft | Button |
|
SKeep unit below waist level.
SKeep shoulder strap pad centered on your left shoulder and danger sign centered on your back.
S Maintain full weight of tool on your left shoulder.
S Without bending over, keep the blade or trimmer head near and parallel to the ground and not crowded into material being cut.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE WITH TRIMMER HEAD
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.
Beforetrimming, bring engineto a speed suffi- cient to cut material to be trimmed.
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.
To stop engine:
SRelease the throttle trigger.
SMove the ON/OFF switch to the OFF posi- tion.
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