Poulan P4500 User Manual
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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
P4500F
ENGLISH ESPAÑOL
For Occasional Use Only
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. Tout défaut de le faire
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Poulan
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta, GA 30907
850 Matheson Blvd. West
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4
545186897 Rev. 3 3/3/09 BRW
Poulan
FRANÇAIS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Identification of Safety Symbols 2
Safety Rules 3
Assembly 5
Operation 5
Maintenance 8
IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS
WARNING: This unit can be dangerous! Careless or improper
use can cause serious injury.
Read the operator’s manual before use. Failure to follow instructions could
result in serious injury. Save operator’s manual.
Service & Adjustments 9
Storage 10
Troubleshooting Table 11
Limited Warranty Statement 12
Emissions Statement 12
DANGER: Use only specified trimmer head,
spool, and 0.080 inch (2 mm) recommended trimmer line. Never use blades, flailing devices, wire,
rope, string, etc. Unit is designed for line trimmer
use only. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious injury.
Hazard zone for thrown objects.
S Trimmer line throws objects violently.
S You and others can be blinded/injured.
S Keep children, bystanders, and animals
50 feet (15 meters) away.
Trimmer line can throw objects violently.
You can be blinded or injured. Always
wear hearing protection and safety
glasses marked Z87. Always wear
heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots
and gloves.
Secure hair above shoulder length.
Do not wear jewelry, loose clothing, or
clothing with loosely hanging straps,
ties, tassels, etc. They can be caught
in moving parts.
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IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS
Never allow children to operate this unit.
Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of the reach of
children.
When servicing unit, use only identical replacement parts.
Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before
cleaning or servicing.
WARNING: Fire hazard. Never mix, pour, or store gasoline or
use the unit near a flame or sparks (including smoking, open flames, or
work that can cause sparks).
Use unleaded gasoline and two--stroke oil mixed at a ratio of
40:1 (2.5%).
SAFETY RULES
WARNING: When using gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and
serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.
This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is
responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruc tion manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who
have read, understand, and will follow the
instructions and warnings on the unit and in the
manual. Never allow children to operate this
unit.
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE UNIT
DANGER: Never use blades or flail-
ing devices. This unit is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories or
attachments will increase the risk of injury.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, contact your authorized
service dealer or call 1-- 800-- 554-- 6723.
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OPERATOR SAFETY
S Dress properly. Always wear safety
glasses or similar eye protection when operating, or performing maintenance, on
your unit (safety glasses are available).
Eye protection should be marked Z87.
S Always wear face or dust mask if operation
is dusty.
S Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,
boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards
is recommended.
S Always wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of
spinning line.
S Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure
or remove loose clothing or clothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
S Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
S Stay alert. Do not operate this unit when you
are tired, ill, upset or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you
are doing; use common sense.
S Wear hearing protection.
S Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
carburetor adjustments.
S Look for and replace damaged or loose
parts before each use. Look for and repair
fuel leaks before use. Keep in good working
condition.
S Replace trimmer head parts that are
chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in
any other way before using the unit.
S Maintain unit according to recommended pro-
cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.
S Use only 0.095 inch (2,4 mm) diameter
Poulan/WEED EATER brand replacement
line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
S Install required shield properly before using
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;
make sure it is properly installed and securely
fastened.
S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower
end supported to prevent line from contacting any object.
S Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Use only recommended Poulan /WEED
EATER accessories and replacement parts.
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performed by an authorized service dealer.
FUEL SAF ETY
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 unit.
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel
spills.
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
fueling site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow to cool before re-
moving fuel cap.
S Always store gasoline in a container ap-
proved for flammable liquids.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area before
each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown
by or become entangled in line. Hard objects
can damage the trimmer head and be thrown
causing serious injury.
S Keep others including children, animals, by-
standers, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 meters) away. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear safety glasses. Stop engine
immediately if you are approached.
S Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing and
sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or
hedge trimming.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach.
S Keep all parts of your body away from muffler
and spinning line. Keep engine below waist
level. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on
right side of the shield will throw debris away
from the operator.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-
porting in vehicle.
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-
porting the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run
until it stops.
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from
water heaters, electric motors or switches,
furnaces, etc.
S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot acci-
dentally cause injury. The unit can be hung
by the shaft.
S Store unit out of reach of children.
WARNING: The engine exhaust
from this product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
SAFETY NOTICE: Ex posure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather
has been linked to blood vessel damage in
otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur
such as numbness, pain, loss of strength,
change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling
in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the
use of this tool and seek medical attention. An
anti- -vibration system does not guarantee the
avoidance of these problems. Users who oper-
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ate power tools on a continual and regular basis
must monitor closely their physical condition
and the condition of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of
California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest
land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine,
Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by law that many internal combus-
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the
empty fuel tank.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal
due to carburetor adjustments and testing
done by the manufacturer.
ADJUSTING TH E HANDLE
WARNING: When adjusting the assist
handle, be sure it remains above the safety label
and below the mark or arrow on the shaft.
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an upright
position; retighten wing nut.
tion engines be equipped with a spark arresting
screen. If you operate in a locale where such
regulations exist, you are legally responsible for
maintaining the operating condition of these
parts.Failuretodosoisaviolationofthelaw.
For normal homeowner use, the muffler and
spark arresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that
your muffler be serviced or replaced by an authorized service dealer.
ATTACHING SHIEL D
WARNING: The shield must be prop-
erly installed. The shield provides partial protection to the operator and others from the risk of
thrown objects, and is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper
length. The line limiter blade (on underside of
shield) is sharp and can cut you.
For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW
YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OPERATION
section.
1. Remove wing nut from shield.
2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole
in bracket.
4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.
Slot
Shield
Gearbox
Wing Nut
Bracket
PIVOT
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