Poulan PP125 User Manual

Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

Manuel d’Instructions

For Occasional Use Only

PP125

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ENGLISH ESPAÑOL

DANGER:

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

PELIGRO:

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

DANGER:

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.

Poulan PRO
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta, GA 30907

545137277 11/30/06

FRANÇAIS

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
instruction 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

DANGER: Never use blades with line

trimmer attachment. Never use flailing devices
with any attachment. This unit (when used with
supplied line trimmer attachment) is designed
for line trimmer use only. Use of any other ac­cessories or attachments with line trimmer at­tachment will increase the risk of injury.

WARNING: Trimmer line throws ob-

jects violently. You and others can be blinded/in­jured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body
parts clear of rotating line.

Eye Protection

Boots

Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet
(15 meters) away. If approached stop unit im­mediately.
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.

OPERATOR SAFET Y

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.

SAFETY INFORMATION

ON THE UNIT

Hazard Zone

50 ft.

(15 m)

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.Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
S Always keep engine on the right hand side

of your body.

S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.Keep

trimmer head (or other optional attachment)
below waist level and away from all parts of
your body. Do not raise engine above your
waist.

S Keep all parts of your body away from muffler

and spinning line (or other optional
attachment). Keep engine below waist level.
A hot muffler can cause serious burns.

S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not

overreach or use from unstable surfaces
such as ladders, trees, steep slopes,
rooftops, etc.

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

(or manuals for optional attachments).

UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAF E TY

S 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

procedures. Keep cutting line at proper
length.

S Use only 0.095″ (2.4 mm) diameter Poulan

PRO brand 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.

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S Keep others away when making carburetor

adjustments.

S Use only recommended Poulan PRO

accessories and replacement parts.

S Have all maintenance and service not

explained in this manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.

FUEL SAFETY

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

removing fuel cap.

S Always store gasoline in a container

approved for flammable liquids.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

S Allow engine to cool; secure unit before

storing or transporting in vehicle.

S Empty the fuel tank before storing or

transporting 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

accidentally cause injury. The unit can be
hung by the shaft.

S Store unit out of reach of children.

SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure 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 oper­ate 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 combustion 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. Failure
to do so is a violation of the law. 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 your autho­rized service dealer.

LINE TRIMMER 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 Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing

and sweeping. Do not use for edging,
pruning or hedge trimming.

S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on

right side of the shield will throw debris
away from the operator.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS

WARNING: For each optional at-

tachment used, read entire instruction manu­al before use and follow all warnings and in­structions in manual and on attachment.

WARNING: Ensure handlebar is

installed when using edger or brushcutter at­tachments. Attach handlebar above arrow on
safety label on the upper shaft (engine end of
unit). If your edger or brushcutter attachment
does not include a handlebar,a handlebar ac­cessory kit (#530071451) is available from
your authorized service dealer.

Handlebar

EDGER SAFETY

WARNING: Inspect the area to be

edged before each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which
can be thrown by the blade or can wrap
around the shaft.
S Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger

is released. The blade can seriously cut
you or others.

S Allow blade to stop before removing it from

the cut.

S Throw away blades that are bent, warped,

cracked, broken or damaged in any other
way. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged before using the unit.

S Do not attempt to remove cut material nor

hold material to be cut when the engine is
running or when cutting blade is moving.

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S Always keep the wheel and depth adjusting

skid in contact with the ground.

S Always push the unit slowly over the

ground. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks,
holes in the terrain, large roots, etc.

S Always use the handlebar when using

edger attachment.

BLOWER/VACUUM SAFETY

WARNING: Inspect area before

starting unit. Remove all debris and hard ob­jects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can
ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury
or damage during operation.
S Do not set unit on any surface except a clean,

hard area while engine is running. Debris
such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc., could
be picked up by the air intake and thrown out
through discharge opening, damaging unit,
property, or causing serious injury to
bystanders or operator.

S Never place objects inside the blower tubes,

vacuum tubes or blower outlet. Always direct
the blowing debris away from people,
animals, glass, and solid objects such as
trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air
can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or
to ricochet which can hurt people or animals,
break glass, or cause other damage.

S Never run unit without the proper

equipment attached. When using your unit
as a blower, always install blower tubes.

S Check air intake opening, blower tubes or

vacuum tubes frequently, always with
engine stopped and spark plug
disconnected. Keep vents and discharge
tubes free of debris which can accumulate
and restrict proper air flow.

S Never place any object in air intake opening

as this could restrict proper air flow and cause
damage to the unit.

S Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers,

or other substances which may contain toxic
materials.

S Toavoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf or

brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,
ashtrays, etc.

BRUSHCUTTER SAFETY

DANGER: Blade can thrust violently

away from material it does not cut. Blade
thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs.

WARNING: Do not use trimmer head

as a fastening device for the blade.

WARNING: The blade continues to

spin after the throttle is released or engine is
turned off. The coasting blade can throw ob­jects or seriously cut you if accidentally
touched. Stop the blade by contacting the left
hand side of the coasting blade with material
already cut.

Stop coasting
blade by contact
with cut material.

WARNING: Inspect the area to be

cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks,
broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be
thrown or become entangled in the blade or
trimmer line.
S Throw away and replace blades that are

bent, warped, cracked, broken or damaged
in any other way.

S Install required shield properly before using

the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal
blade use. Only use brushcutter attachments
that provide a metal shield with proboscis
nose.

Proboscis

nose

S Use only specified blade and make sure it is

properly installed and securely fastened.

S Cut from your right to your left.
S Always use the handlebar and a properly

adjusted shoulder strap with blade (see
ASSEMBLY instructions in brushcutter
attachment instruction manual).

CULTIVATOR SAFETY

WARNING: Rotating tines can cause

serious injury. Keep away from rotating tines.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug
before unclogging tines or making repairs.

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WARNING: Inspect the area to be

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lowbl

cultivated before starting the unit. Remove all
debris and hard and sharp objects such as
rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc.
S Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that

might stop the tines. If heavy contact occurs,
stop the engine and inspect the unit for
damage.

S Never operate the cultivator without the tine

cover in place and prop erly secure d.

S Keep the tines and guard clear of debris.
S After striking a foreign object, stop the

engine, disconnect the spark plug and
inspect the cultivator for damage. Repair
before restarting.

S Disconnect attachment from the drive engine

before cleaning the tines with a hose and
water to remove any build- -up. Oil the tines to
prevent rust.

S Always wear gloves when servicing or

cleaning the tines. The tines become very
sharp from use.

S Do not run unit at high speed unless

cultivating.

HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY

DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP

HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE - - Blade moves
momentarily after the trigger is released. Do not
attempt to clear away cut material when the
blade is in motion. Make sure the switch is in the
OFF position, the spark plug wire is discon­nected, and the blade has stopped moving be­fore removing jammed material from the cutting
blade. Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting
blade.

Bladesmove

momentarily

after the

trigger is

released.

WARNING: Inspect the area before

starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard
objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that
can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause
injury or damage during operation.
S Do not use a cutting blade that is bent,

warped, cracked, broken or damaged in any
other way. Have worn or damaged parts
replaced by an authorized service dealer.

S Always keep unit in front of your body.

Keep all parts of your body away from the
cutting blade.

S Keep the cutting blade and air vents clear of

debris.

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before removing
them from the cut.

POLE PRUNER SAFETY

WARNING: The reciprocating blade/

rotating chain can cause severe injury. In­spect the unit before use. Do not operate unit
with a bent, cracked or dull blade or dull chain.
Keep away from the blade/chain.

WARNING: The reciprocating blade/

rotating chain is sharp. Do not touch. To pre­vent serious injury, always stop engine and
ensure blade/chain has stopped moving, dis­connect spark plug, and wear gloves when
changing or handling the blade or chain.

WARNING: A coasting blade/rotat-

ing chain can cause injury while it continues to
move after the engine is stopped. Maintain
proper control of the unit until the blade/chain
has completely stopped moving. Keep
hands, face and feet at a distance from all
moving parts. Do not attempt to touch or stop
the blade or chain when it is moving.

WARNING: Falling objects can

cause severe head injury. Wear head protec­tion when operating this unit with a pole prun­er attachment.

WARNING: To prevent serious injury,

do not use more than one boom extension with
a pole pruner attachment.

WARNING: Keep the pruner away

from power lines or electrical wires.
S Only use for pruning limbs or branches

overhead up to 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter.

S Do not operate the unit faster than the

speed needed to prune. Do not run the unit
at high speed when not pruning.

S Always stop the unit when work is delayed

or when walking from one cutting location to
another.

S If you strike or become entangled with a

foreign object, stop the engine immediately
and check for damage. Have any damage
repaired by an authorized service dealer
before attempting further operations.
Discard blades that are bent, warped,
cracked or broken.

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S Stop the unit immediately if you feel excessive

vibration. Vibration is a sign of trouble. Inspect
thoroughly for loose nuts, bolts or damage
before continuing. Contact an authorized
service dealer for repair or replacement of
affected parts as necessary.

SNOW THROWER SAFETY

WARNING: Keep hands and feet

away from the rotor when starting or running
the engine. Never attempt to clear the rotor
with the engine/motor running. Stop engine
and disconnect spark plug before unclogging
snow or debris from discharge chute or when
adjusting vanes.

WARNING: Never lean over dis-

charge chute. Rocks or debris could be
thrown into the eyes and face and cause seri­ous injury or blindness.

WARNING: Inspect the area where

the unit is to be used. Remove objects that
could be thrown or damage the unit. Some
objects may be hidden by fallen snow -- be
alert for the possibility.
S Direct material discharge away from glass

enclosures, automobiles, etc.

S Do not run engine at high speed while not

removing snow.

S Be attentive when using the snowthrower,

and stay alert for holes in the terrain and other
hidden hazards.

S Make sure the rotor will spin freely before

attaching the snowthrower to the powerhead.

S If the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen

ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before
attempting to operate under power.

S Keep the rotor clear of debris.
S Do not throw snow near other people. The

snow thrower could propel small objects at
high speed causing injury.

S After striking a foreign object, stop the

engine, disconnect spark plug and inspect
the snowthrower for damage and repair if
necessary before restarting unit.

S Never operate the snowthrower near glass

enclosures, automobiles and trucks.

S Never attempt to use the snowthrower on a

roof.

S Never operate the snowthrower near

window wells, dropoffs, etc.

S Never discharge snow onto public roads or

near moving traffic.

S Clear snow from slopes by going up and

down; never across. Use caution when
changing directions. Never clear snow from
steep slopes.

S Let snowthrower run for a few minutes after

clearing snow so moving parts do not
freeze.

S Look behind and use care when backing up.

Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating in reverse.

S Know how to stop quickly.

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.

INSTALLING TRIMMER ATTACH­MENT
CAUTION:

ment, place the unit on a flat surface for stabil­ity.

1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.

When installing trimmer attach-

Coupler

Shipping
protector

2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.

3. Remove the shaft cap from the trimmer at­tachment (if present).

4. Position locking/release button of attach­ment into guide recess of coupler.

5. Push the attachment into the coupler until
the locking/release button snaps into the
primary hole.

6. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se­curely by turning clockwise.

TIGHTEN

LOOSEN

Knob

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