Poulan PPB32SST User Manual

Instruction Manual

Manual de Instrucciones

Manuel d’Instructions

For Occasional Use Only

PPB32SST

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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

545137282 11/ 3 0 /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 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.

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.

S Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,

boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards
is recommended.

SAFETY INFORMATION

ON THE UNIT

Hazard Zone

50 ft.

(15 m)

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 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.

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.

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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 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

overreach.

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; 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.

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.

ATTACHING THE ASSIST HANDLE

WARNING: When attaching the assist

handle, be sure it remains above the safety label
and below the arrow on the shaft.

1. Place unit on a flat surface.

2. Loosen and remove wing nut and bolt
from assist handle.

3. Firmly push the assist handle over the
shaft.

4. Reinstall bolt in handle. Thread wing nut
onto bolt. Tighten securely.

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.

ATTACHING THE SHIELD

WARNING: The shield must be prop-

erly installed. The shield provides partial protec­tion from the risk of thrown objects to the opera­tor and others 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

Wing Nut

Bracket

Gearbox

PIVOT

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR UNIT

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls
and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Assist Handle

Shaft

Trimmer Head

Shield

Throttle Trigger

Line Limiter
Blade

ON/OFF SWITCH

The ON/OFF switch is located on the trigger
handle and is used to stop the engine. Move the
switch to the OFF position to stop the engine.

PRIMER BULB

The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car­buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.
This allows you to start the engine with fewer
pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer
bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to
its original form.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel

information in the safety rules before you be­gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call
1-800-554-6723.

FUELING ENGINE

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly

when refueling.

HELPFUL TIP

Toobtain the correct oil mix
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of
2--cycle synthetic oil into
one gallon of fresh gas.

This engine is certified to operate on un­leaded gasoline. Before operatio n, gasoline
must be mixed with a good quality synthetic
2-cycle air-cooled engine oil designed to be
mixed at a ratio of 40:1. Poulan/WEED EATER
brand synthetic oil is recommended. Mix gas­oline and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is
obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil
with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline.

ON/OFF Switch

Starter Handle

Primer Bulb

Start Lever

START LEVER

The START LEVER helps to supply fuel to the
engine to aid in starting. Activate the starting
system by moving the start le ver to the START
position. DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger
until the engine has started and runs. After the
engine starts, allow the engine to warm--up 5
seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle trigger
to deactivate the starting system.

DO NOT USE automotive oil or marine oil.
These oils will cause engine damage. When
mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on con­tainer. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake
container momentarily to assure that the fuel
is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow
the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling
your unit.

IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during stor­age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system
of an engine while in storage. Toavoid engine
problems, empty the fuel system before stor­age for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,
start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products inthe fueltank or permanent
damage may occur.
See the STORAGE section for additional in­formation.

HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT

S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF

switch to the OFF position.

Muffler

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