Poulan 530163467, PP5000P User Manual

Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

Manuel d’Instructions

PP5000P

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL

WARNING:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury .

ADVERTENCIA:

Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves.

AVERTISSEMENT:

Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. T out défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.

Electrolux Home Products, Inc. 104 Warren Road Augusta, GA 30907

FRANÇAIS

IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS

DANGER! This pruner can

be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious or even fatal injury.

Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection.

DANGER! Falling objects can cause severe head injury. Wear head

protection when operating this unit. Do not stand beneath branch being cut.

SAFETY RULES

WARNING: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from power source) to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs except carburetor adjustments.

Because a pruner is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, special safety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious or even fatal injury.

PLAN AHEAD

S Read this manual carefully until you com-

pletely understand and can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions before attempting to use the unit.

S Restrict the use of your pruner to adult users

who understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions found on the unit and in this manual.

Read and understand the instruction manual before using the pruner.

ety Hat

Hearing

Protection

Snug Fitting

Clothing

Safety Shoes

S Keep all parts of your body away from the

chain when the engine is running.

S Keep children, bystanders, and animals a

minimum of 50 feet (15 meters) away from the work area. Do not allow other people or animals to be near when starting or operating the pruner.

HAZARDZONE

Eye Protection

Heavy Duty Gloves

Safety Chaps

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-

toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing; heavy, long pants, and long sleeves; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye protection such as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved safety hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular users should have hearing checked regularly as engine noise can damage hearing. Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove loose clothing and jewelry or clothing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.

SAFETY INFORMATION

ON THE UNIT

50 feet

(15 meters)

DANGER: Do not

use near electrical wires or power lines. Keep pruner at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from all power lines.

S Do not handle or operate a pruner when you

are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in good physical condition and mentally alert. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with doctor before operating a pruner.

S Carefully plan your pruning operation in ad-

vance. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path.

FUEL SAFETY (for gas powerheads)

S Mix and pour fuel outdoors. S Keep away from sparks or flames. S Use a container approved for fuel. S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or

the powerhead.

S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills

before starting the powerhead.

S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from

fueling site before starting powerhead engine.

S Stop engine and allow to cool before remov -

ing fuel cap.

S Remove fu el cap slowly.

ELECTRICAL SAF ETY (for e lectric powerheads)

WARNING: Avoid a dangerous envi-

ronment. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use in rain, in damp or wet locations, or around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not expose to snow, rain, or water to avoid the possibility of electrical shock. Do not handle extension cord plug or unit with wet hands. S Use only a voltage supply as shown on the

nameplate of the unit.

S Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in

presence of flammable liquids or gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to unit.

S Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use

in unventilated areas or where dust or explosive vapors can build up.

S To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use ex-

tension cords specifically marked as suitable for outdoor appliances. The electrical rating of the cord must not be less than the rating of the unit. The cord must be marked with the suffix “W-A” (in Canada, “W”). Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Inspect extension cord before use and replace if damaged. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

S Do not use multiple cords. S The powerhead may have a polarized plug

(one blade is wider than the other); if so, it will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized ex tension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If it

still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.

S Do not attempt to repair unit. Inspect the insu-

lation and connectors on the powerhead and extension cord before each use. If there is any damage, do not use until damage is repaired by your authorized service dealer.

S Do not pull or carry by cord; do not use cord

as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

S Do not use the powerhead if the switch

does not turn the unit on and off properly. Have the unit repaired by your authorized service dealer.

S Keep the extension cord clear of operator and

obstacles at all times. Do not expose cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges.

S Avoid any body contact with any grounded

conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes, to avoid the possibility of electric shock. Don’t handle plug or unit with wet hands.

S Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If

powerhead is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to your authorized service dealer for repair.

S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

protection should be provided on the circuit or outlet to be used for the powerhead. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure

of safety. Your powerhead should be double insulated to help protect against electric shock. Double insulation construction consists of two separate “layers” of electrical insulation instead of grounding. Tools and appliances built with a double insulation system are not intended to be grounded. Safety precautions must be observed when operating any electrical tool. The double insulation system only provides added protection against injury resulting from an internal electrical insulation failure.

WARNING: All repairs to an electric

powerhead, including housing, switch, motor, etc., must bediagnosed andrepaired by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace. A double insulated appliance is marked with the words “double insulation” or “double insulated”. The symbol be marked on the appliance. Failure to have the unit repaired by your authorized service dealer can cause the double insulation construction to become ineffective and result in serious injury.

(square within a square) may also

UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY

WARNING: Disconnect powerhead

spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before performing maintenance.

S Inspect entire unit before each use. Replace

damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place and securely fastened.

S Maintain unit according to recommended pro-

cedure s.

S Use only recommended Poulan PRO®

parts and accessories. Never use wire, wire rope, string, flailing devices, etc.

S Be sure chain stops moving when engine

idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS section of powerhead manual).

S Keep others away when making carburetor

adjustments.

S Never start the unit with the clutch housing re-

moved. The clutch can fly off and cause serious injury.

S Keep the handles driy, clean, and free of oil or

fuel mixture.

S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fasteners

securely tightened.

S Have all maintenance and service not ex-

plained in this manual performed by an authorized service dealer.

OPERATE YOUR PRUNER SAFELY

S Do not operate a pruner with one hand. Se-

rious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders or any combination of these persons may result from one-handed operation. A pruner is intended for twohanded use.

S Operate the pruner only in a well-ventilated

outdoor area.

S Do not operate pruner from a ladder or in a

tree.

S Do not use a pruner to cut down trees or any

portion of the tree trunk.

S Only use for pruning limbs or branches

overhead not greater than 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter.

S Never stand under the limb you are pruning.

Always position yourself out of the path of falling debris.

S Do not cut small brush and saplings with the

pruner. Slender matter may catch in the chain and be whipped toward you, pulling you off balance.

S Make sure the chain will not make contact

with any object while starting the engine. Never try to start the unit when the guide bar is in a cut.

S Do not put pressure on the pruner at the end

of the cut. Applying pressure can cause you to lose control when the cut is completed.

S Do not run the unit at high speed when not

pruning.

S If you strike or become entangled with a for-

eign object, stop the engine immediately and check for damage. Have any damage repaired by an authorized service dealer before attempting further operations.

S Do not operate a pruner that is damaged, im-

properly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. Always replace bar and chain immediately if it becomes damaged, broken or is otherwise removed.

S Always stop the unit when work is delayed or

when walking from one cutting location to

another. Stop the engine before setting the

unit down.

S Use only in daylight or good artificial light. S Use only for jobs explained in this manual (or

manuals for optional attachments).

KICKBACK

WARNING: Avoid kickback which

can result in serious injury. Kickback is the backward, upward or sudden forward motion of the guide bar occurring when the chain near the upper tip of the guide bar contacts any object such as a log or branch, or when the wood closes in and pinches the chain in the cut. Contacting a foreign object in the wood can also result in loss of control.

S Rotational Kickback can occur when the

moving chain contacts an object at the upper

tip of the guide bar. This contact can cause

the chain to dig into the object, which stops

the chain for an instant. The result is a light-

ning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the

guide bar up and back toward the operator. S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the wood

closes in and pinches the moving chain in

the cut along the top of the guide bar and the

chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden

stopping of the chain results in a reversal of

the chain force used to cut wood and

causes the pruner to move in the opposite

direction of the chain rotation. The pruner is

driven straight back toward the operator. S Pull-In can occur when the moving chain

contacts a foreign object in the wood in the cut

along the bottom of the guide bar and the

chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden stop-

ping pulls the pruner forward and away from

the operator and could easily cause the oper-

ator to lose control of the pruner.

REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK

S Recognize that kickback can happen. With

a basic understanding of kickback, you can

reduce the element of surprise which con-

tributes to accidents. S Never let the moving chain contact any ob-

ject at the tip of the guide bar. S Keep the working area free from obstruc-

tions such as other trees, branches, rocks,

stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid any

obstruction that your chain could hit while

you are cutting. When cutting a branch, do

not let the guide bar contact branch or other

objects around it. S Keep your chain sharp and properly ten-

sioned. A loose or dull chain can increase

the chance of kickback occurring. Follow

manufacturer’s chain sharpening and

maintenance instructions. Check tension

at regular intervals with the engine stopped,

never with the engine running. Make sure

the bar clamp nut is securely tightened after

tensioning the chain. S Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If

the chain is moving at a slower speed, there

is greater chance of kickback occurring. S Cut one branch at a time.

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