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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
ENGLISH
PP446ET
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 |
Poulan PRO |
1030 Stevens Creek Road |
850 Matheson Blvd. West |
Augusta, GA 30907 |
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4 |
545177333 Rev. 3 3/5/09 BRW
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS
DANGER: To prevent electrocution, do
not use near electrical wires or power lines. Keep pruner at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from all power lines.
DANGER: Falling objects can cause severe
head injury. Wear head protection when operating this unit. Do not stand beneath branch being cut.
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. This attachment is designed for line trimmer use only. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury.
WARNING: Avoid kickback which can result in serious injury. Kickback is the back-
ward, upward or sudden forward motion of the guide bar occurring when the chain near the upper tip of the guide bar contacts any object such as a log or branch, or when the wood closes in and pinches the chain in the cut. Contacting a foreign object in the wood can also result in loss of control.
WARNING: Do not operate pruner from a ladder
or unstable support. Always cut with both feet on solid ground to prevent being pulled off balance.
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.
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IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS
Trimmer line can throw objects violently. You can be blinded or injured. Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing;
heavy, long pants, and long sleeves; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye protection marked Z87 such as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved safety hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular users should have hearing checked regularly as engine noise can damage hearing. Always use shoulder strap when operating unit.
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.
Hazard zone. Keep children, bystanders, and animals a minimum of 50 feet (15 meters) away from the work
area. Do not allow other people or animals to be near when starting or operating the pruner.
Hazard zone for thrown objects.
S Trimmer line throws objects violently.
S You and others can be blinded/injured.
SKeep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away.
Carefully plan your pruning operation in advance. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path.
Do not operate a pruner with one hand. Serious injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders or any combination of these
persons may result from one-handed operation. A pruner is intended for two-handed use.
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IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS
Assist handle to be positioned only below the arrow.
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%).
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SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting when
setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs except carburetor adjustments. Because a pruner is a high-speed wood-cutting tool, special safety precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious or even fatal injury.
PLAN AHEAD
S Read this manual carefully until you completely understand and can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions before attempting to use the unit.
SRestrict the use of your pruner to adult users who understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions found on the unit and in this manual.
INSTRUCTION |
SAFETY INFORMATION |
MANUAL |
ON THE UNIT |
PRUNER SAFETY
S Keep all parts of your body away from the chain when the engine is running.
SDo not handle or operate a pruner when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in good physical condition and mentally alert. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with
doctor before operating a pruner.
S Operate pruner only in a well-ventilated outdoor area.
SDo not use a pruner to cut down trees or any portion of the tree trunk.
S Only use for pruning limbs or branches overhead not greater than 6 inches (15 cm) in diameter.
SDo not cut small brush and saplings with the pruner. Slender matter may catch in the chain and be whipped toward you, pulling
you off balance.
SMake sure the chain will not make contact with any object while starting the engine. Never try to start the unit when the guide
bar is in a cut.
SDo not put pressure on the pruner at the end of the cut. Applying pressure can cause you
to lose control when the cut is completed. S Do not run the unit at high speed when not
pruning.
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.
SDo not operate a pruner that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. Always replace bar and chain immediately if it becomes damaged, broken or is otherwise removed.
SAlways stop the unit when work is delayed or when walking from one cutting location to another. Stop the engine before setting the
unit down.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
SUse only for jobs explained in this manual (or manuals for optional attachments).
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.
S Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear safety glasses. Stop
unit immediately if approached.
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.
SNever 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.
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.
SUse only for jobs explained in this manual (or manuals for optional attachments).
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MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT IN GOOD WORKING ORDER
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.
SMake certain the chain stops moving when the throttle trigger is released. For
correction, refer to CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS.
S Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way before using the unit.
S Never modify your unit in any way.
S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture.
S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fasteners securely tightened.
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.
SKeep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
S Use only recommended Poulan PRO accessories and replacement parts.
SHave all service performed by a qualified service dealer with the exception of the items listed in the maintenance section of this manual.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
SDo not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the unit.
SEliminate all sources of sparks or flame in the areas where fuel is mixed or poured. There should be no smoking, open flames,
or work that could cause sparks. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
SMix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on bare ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; and use an approved, marked container for all fuel purposes.
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine. S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fueling
site before starting engine.
S Turn the engine off and let unit cool in a non-combustible area, not on dry leaves, straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap and refuel unit.
SStore the unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Stop engine and allow to cool before removing fuel cap.
S Always store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids.
KICKBACK
WARNING: Avoid kickback which can result in serious injury. Kickback is the backward, upward or sudden forward motion of the guide bar occurring when the chain near the upper tip of the guide bar contacts any object such as a log or branch, or when the wood closes in and pinches the chain in
the cut. Contacting a foreign object in the wood can also result in loss of control.
S Rotational Kickback can occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper tip of the guide bar. This contact can cause the chain to dig into the object, which stops the chain for an instant. The result is a lightning fast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back toward the operator.
SPinch-Kickback can occur when the wood closes in and pinches the moving chain in the cut along the top of the guide bar and the chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden stopping of the chain results in a reversal of the chain force used to cut wood and causes the pruner to move in the opposite direction of the chain rotation. The pruner is
driven straight back toward the operator. S Pull-In can occur when the moving chain
contacts a foreign object in the wood in the cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden stopping pulls the pruner forward and away from the operator and could easily cause the operator to lose control of the pruner.
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK
SRecognize that kickback can happen. With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce the element of surprise which
contributes to accidents.
S Never let the moving chain contact any
object at the tip of the guide bar.
S Keep the working area free from obstructions such as other trees, branches, rocks, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid any obstruction that your chain could hit while you are cutting. When cutting a branch, do not let the guide bar contact branch or other objects around it.
S Keep your chain sharp and properly tensioned. A loose or dull chain can increase the chance of kickback occurring. Follow manufacturer’s chain sharpening and maintenance instructions. Check tension at regular intervals with the engine
stopped, never with the engine running. Make sure the bar clamp nut is securely tightened after tensioning the chain.
SBegin and continue cutting at full speed. If the chain is moving at a slower speed, there
is greater chance of kickback occurring. S Cut one branch at a time.
S Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut.
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SDo not attempt cuts starting with the tip of the bar (plunge cuts).
SWatch for shifting of wood or other forces that could close a cut and pinch or fall into chain.
SUse the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar and Low--Kickback Chain specified for your unit.
MAINTAIN CONTROL
SKeep a good, firm grip on the pruner with both hands when the engine is running and don’t let go. A firm grip will help you reduce kickback and maintain control. Keep the fingers of your left hand encircling and your left thumb under the assist handle. Keep your right hand completely around the
throttle handle whether your are right handed or left handed.
S Stand with your weight evenly balanced on both feet.
SStand slightly to the left side of the pruner to keep your body from being in a direct line with the cutting chain.
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
The following features are included on your pruner to help reduce the hazard of kickback; however, such features will not totally eliminate this danger. As a pruner user, do not rely only on safety devices. You must follow all safety precautions, instructions, and maintenance in this manual to help avoid kickback and other
forces which can result in serious injury.
SReduced--Kickback Guide Bar, designed with a small radius tip which reduces the size of the kickback danger zone on the bar
tip.
Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar
Small Radius Tip
Symmetrical
Large Radius Tip
S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with a contoured depth gauge and guard link
which deflect kickback force and allow wood to gradually ride into the cutter.
Contoured Depth Gauge 
Elongated Guard Link
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Deflects |
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Low--- Kickback |
kickback force |
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and allows wood |
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Chain |
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to gradually ride |
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into cutter |
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Can Obstruct Material |
Not a Low--- Kickback Chain
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: 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 problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condi-
tion of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the require-
ments 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.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS
WARNING: For each optional attachment 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 brushcutter attachment. Attach handlebar above arrow on safety label on the upper shaft (engine end of unit). If your brushcutter attachment does not include a
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