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Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions
PPB150E
ENGLISH
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 PRO
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta, GA 30907
545146926 1/2/07
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
UL CLASSIFIED PRODUCT NOTICE
Only the following Gasoline Powered Combination Gardening Appliance powerhead models and their respective attachments have been Classified by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., in accordance with the applicable safety requirements.
Powerhead including trimmer attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PPB150E Optional blower attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PPB3000B Optional brushcutter attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PPB4000C
The following attachment is Listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc., in accordance with UL
Standard 1602, “Gasoline--Engine--Powered, Rigid--Cutting Member, Edgers and Edge--Trim- mers.”
Optional edger attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PPB1000E
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 |
SAFETY INFORMATION |
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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 with line trimmer attachment will increase the risk of injury.
WARNING: Trimmer line throws objects violently. You and others can be blinded/injured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating line.
Eye Protection
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Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away. Stop unit immediately if approached.
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 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.
SSecure 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.
SBeing fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
SStay 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.
S Always keep engine on the right hand side of your body.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S 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.
SKeep all parts of your body away from muffler and spinning line (or other optional at-
tachment). Keep engine below waist level. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
SKeep 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.
SUse only for jobs explained in this manual (or manuals for optional attachments).
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UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
SDisconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except carburetor adjust-
ments.
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 0.080″ (2 mm) diameter Poulan PRO brand line. Never use wire, rope, string,
etc.
SInstall required shield properly before using the unit. Use only specified trimmer head; make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened.
SMake 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.
SUse only recommended Poulan PRO accessories and replacement parts.
SHave 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 before storing or transporting in vehicle.
SEmpty 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.
SStore 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 dam-
age 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 prob-
lems. 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 an authorized service dealer.
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
trimmed 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.
SUse only for trimming, scalping, mowing and sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or hedge trimming.
SCut from your right to your left. Cutting on left 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
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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.
SBlade rotates momentarily after the trigger is released. The blade can seriously cut
you or others.
SAllow blade to stop before removing it from the cut.
SThrow 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.
SDo not attempt to remove cut material nor hold material to be cut when the engine is running or when cutting blade is moving.
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.
SAlways 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.
SCheck 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.
SNever 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.
STo avoid 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 right hand side of the coasting blade with material already cut.
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.
SInstall required shield properly before using the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal blade use.
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WARNING: 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.
SCut from your left to your right. Cutting on the right side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator.
SAlways 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.
WARNING: Inspect the area to be cultivated before starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard and sharp objects such as rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc.
SAvoid 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 properly secured.
S Keep the tines and guard clear of debris.
SAfter striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug and inspect
the cultivator for damage. Repair before restarting.
SDisconnect 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.
SDo 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 ma-
terial 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.
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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 your authorized service dealer.
S Always keep unit in front of your body. Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting blade.
SKeep the cutting blade and air vents clear of debris.
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/rotating 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.
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