Poulan Pro PR22WT Operator's Manual

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WHEELED WEEDTRIMMER

115648927 Rev. 2 01.12.16 BY Printed in U.S.A.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Rules ......................................... 2-3

Assembly ..................................................4

Operation ............................................. 5-7

Maintenance Schedule ............................8

SAFETY RULES

The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign objects thrown into
the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety
glasses or eye shields while operating your trimmer or per form ing any
adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a
wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

Look for this symbol to point out im por­ tant safety precautions. It means
CAU TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFE TY IS INVOLVED.

WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci­ den tal starting when setting up, trans port­ ing, ad just ing or making repairs, always
dis con nect spark plug wire and place wire
where it can not contact plug.

CAUTION: Muffler and
other engine parts become
extremely hot during
operation and remain hot
after engine has stopped.
To avoid severe burns
on contact, stay away from these areas.

WARNING: This trimmer is equipped
with an internal com bus tion engine and
should not be used on or near any un im­ proved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-cov ered land unless the engine’s
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be main tained in effective working
order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on federal lands. A spark ar­rester for the muffler is available through
your nearest Sears Service Centre/Depart­ment in Canada (see the REPAIR PARTS
section of this manual).

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions on the machine and in the

manual before starting. Be thor ough ly

familiar with the controls and the proper

use of the machine before starting.

Maintenance ....................................... 8-11

Service and Adjustments ................. 11-12

Storage ............................................. 12-13

Troubleshooting .....................................14

• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts.

• Keep all parts of your body away from
muffler and spinning line. A hot muffler
can cause serious burns.

• Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the instructions, to
operate the machine.

• Stay away from breakable objects, such
as house windows, auto glass, green­ hous es, etc.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,
wire, bones, sticks, etc., which could be
picked up and thrown by the spinning lines.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before trimming, particularly small chil­dren and pets. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.

• Wear appropriate clothing such as a long­sleeved shirt or jacket. Also wear long
trousers or slacks. Do not wear shorts.

• Do not wear loose clothing which could
get caught in this equipment.

• Do not operate the machine when bare­foot or wearing open sandals. Always
wear work gloves and sturdy footwear.
Leather work shoes or short boots work
well for most people. These will protect
the operator’s ankles and shins from
small sticks, splinters, and other debris,
and improve traction.

• Do not pull machine backwards unless
absolutely necessary. Always look
down and behind before and while
moving backwards.

• Do not operate the machine without
proper guards, plates or other safety
protective devices in place.

• See manufacturer’s instructions for
proper operation and installation of
accessories. Only use accessories ap­proved by the manufacturer.

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TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed
to a qualified service center.

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Does not start 1. Dirty air filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank.

3. Stale fuel. 3. Empty fuel tank and refill
with fresh, clean gasoline.

4. Water in fuel. 4. Empty fuel tank and refill
with fresh, clean gasoline.

5. Spark plug wire is 5. Connect wire to spark plug.
disconnected.

6. Bad spark plug. 6. Replace spark plug.

7. Throttle control lever not 7. Move throttle lever to FAST
in correct position position.
(if equipped).

Loss of power 1. Dirty air filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Buildup of grass, leaves, 2. Clean underside of trimmer
and trash under trimmer. and trimmer head.

3. Too much oil in engine. 3. Check oil level.

4. Walking speed too fast. 4. Trim at slower walking
speed.

Excessive 1. Lines uneven or broken. 1. Check trimmer lines.
Vibration 2. Loose nuts or bolts. 2. Check all hardware,

including engine bolts.

3. Damaged trimmer head. 3. Check/repair trimmer head.

Starter rope 1. Bent engine crankshaft. 1. Contact a qualified
hard to pull service center.

Loss of 1. Belt not driving. 1. Put belt on pulleys or
head drive replace belt if broken.

Hard to push 1. Handle height position not 1. Adjust handle height

right for you. to suit.

Poor trimming 1. Trimmer line length is 1. If line is worn or broken to
performance too short. half of original length,

replace line.

2. Throttle control lever not 2. Move throttle lever to FAST
in correct position position.
(if equipped).

Trimmer head 1. Trimmer line not 1. Follow instructions in
does not properly installed. Maintenance section.
retain line 2. Broken line retainer clip. 2. Replace string carrier plate

assembly.

3. Incorrect size of 3. Use correct diameter
trimmer line. trimmer line.

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• Never use blades, wire, or flailing devices.
This unit is designed for line trimmer use
only. Use of other ac ces so ries or attach­ments will increase the risk of injury.

• Stop the rotating trimmer head when
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
Wait for the cutting lines to stop rotat­ing.

• Stop the engine (motor) whenever
you leave the equipment and allow it
to cool, before cleaning, repairing or
inspecting the unit. Be sure the trim­mer head and all moving parts have
stopped.

• Operate only in daylight or good artifi­cial light.

• Do not operate the machine while un­der the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Never operate machine in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
firm hold on the handle and walk; never
run.

• If the equipment should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor)
and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.

• Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when op er at­ ing machine.

• Vibration levels reported in this manual
are not adjusted for worker exposure to
vibrations. Employers should calculate
the 8-hour equivalent exposure values
(Aw) and limit worker exposure accord­ingly.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip and
fall accidents which can result in severe
injury. All slopes require extra caution. If
you feel uneasy on a slope, do not trim it.

DO:

• Trim across the face of slopes: never up
and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.

DO NOT:

• Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments. The operator could lose
footing or balance.

• Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

• Do not trim on wet grass. Reduced foot­ing could cause slipping.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Chil dren are often attracted to the ma chine
and the trimming activity. Never assume
that children will remain where you last
saw them.

• Keep children out of the trimming area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.

• Before and while moving backwards, look
behind and down for small chil dren.

• Never allow children to operate the
machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable and
vapors are explosive.

- Use only an ap proved con tain er.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

en gine to cool before refueling.
Do not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine in doors.

- Never store the machine or fuel
con tain er inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heat er.

- Move away from fueling site before

starting engine.

• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent ac ci den­ tal starting.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially trimmer
head and engine bolts, tight and keep
equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
cleaning or storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.

• Do not change the engine governor set­ting or overspeed the engine.

• Clean and replace safety and in struc­ tion decals as necessary.

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