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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
PPB100
ForOccasionalUseOnly
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 le-
siones graves.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse-
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ULCLASSIFIED PRODUCTNOTICE Only the following Gasoline PoweredCombination Gardening Appliance powerheadmodels and their respective attachments have been Classified by UnderwritersLaboratories,Inc., in accordance with the applicable safety requirements. Powerhead including trimmer attachment ........................... PPB100 Optional blower attachment ......................................... PPB3000B Optional brushcutter attachment ................................... PPB4000C The following atta
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weatherhas beenlinked toblood vessel dam- UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms S Disconnect the spark plug before perform- occur such as numbness, pain, loss of ing maintenance except carburetor adjust- strength, change in skin color or texture, or ments. loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, S Look for and replace damaged or loose discontinue the use of this tool and seek med- parts before each use. Look for and repair ical attention. An anti--vibra
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S Never place any object in air intake opening EDGER SAFETY as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit. WARNING: Inspect the area to be S Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz- edged before each use. Remove objects ers, orother substances which may contain (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which toxic materials. can be thrown by the blade or can wrap S To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf around the shaft. or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,
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terial when the blade is in motion. Make sure the switch is in the OFF position, the spark WARNING: Only use brushcutterat- tachments that provide a metal shield with plug wire is disconnected, and the blade has stopped moving before removing jammed proboscis nose. materialfrom thecutting blade. Do not grabor hold the unit by the cutting blade. Proboscis nose Blades move Allow blades to stop momentarily before removing after the them from the cut. trigger is released. S Use only specified bladea
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WARNING: Never lean over dis- charge chute. Rocks or debris could be throwninto the eyes and face and cause seri- ous 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 To prevent serious inju- WARNING: objects may be hidden by fallen snow -- be ry, do not use more than one boom extension alert for the possibility. with a pole pruner attachment. S Direct material discharge away from glass enclosures, automobil
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ASSEMBLY WARNING: If received assembled, WARNING: Make sure the locking/ repeatall steps to ensure your unit is properly release button is locked in the primary hole assembled and all fasteners are secure. and the knob is securely tightened before op- Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam- erating the unit. All attachments aredesigned to be used in the primary hole. aged parts. NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts For optional attachments, see the AS- SEMBLY section of the applicable at
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRIMMER 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 Coupler Shaft Trimmer Head ON/OFF Switch Starter Handle Shield Primer Bulb Line Limiter Throttle Trigger Blade Choke Muffler Lever ON/OFF SWITCH CHOKE The ON/OFF switch is located on the trigger The CHOKE helps to supply
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6. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en- HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT gine sounds as if it is trying to start, butdo S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF not pull rope more than 6 times. switch to the OFF position. 7. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying S If engine does not stop, move choke lever to start, move choke lever to HALF to FULL CHOKE position. CHOKE by aligning lever with position shown on decal (see illustration below). ON/OFF Switch Choke position decal HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
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Primary Hole STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Coupler Flooded engines can be started by placing Guide Recess the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position; then, pull the rope to clear the engine of ex- cess fuel. This could requirepulling thestarter handle many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded. Locking/ Attachment Upper If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to Release Shaft TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call Button 1-800-554-6723. OPERATING THE COUPLER This model is equipped with a coupler whi
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S Tap the bottom of the trimmer head lightly on TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer the ground one time. Approximately 2 inches head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground (5 cm) of line will be advanced with each tap. and at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy make contact. Do not force trimmer line into area. Tapping on surfaces such as concrete work area. or asphalt can cause excessive wear to the Trimming trimmer head. If the line is wor
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MAINTENANCE 1. Clean the cover and the area around it to keep dirt from falling into the carburetor WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except chamber when the cover is removed. 2. Remove parts by pressing button to re- for carburetor adjustments. lease air filter cover. HELPFUL TIP NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions, do IMPORTANT: Have all not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable repairs other than the rec- solven
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Make adjustments with the unit supported so Line exit holes Line in Notch the cutting attachment is off the ground and will not make contact with any object. Hold the unit by hand while runningand making ad- justments. Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting attachment and muffler. Idle Speed Adjustment Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine Line in Notch runs without trimmer head or any optional at- Hub tachment moving or spinning (idle too fast) or engine stalling (idle spee
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ENGINE OTHER S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of S Do not store gasoline from one season to 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through another. the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust. starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil. S Replace spark plug with new one of recom- mended type and heat range. S Clean air filter. S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts. S At the beginning
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LIMITED WARRANTY ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC warrants to the original purchaser that each LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE new Poulan PROr brand gasoline tool or at- OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM tachment is free from defects in material and STATE TO STATE. workmanship and agrees to repair or replace NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR under this warranty any defective gasoline OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED, product or attachment as follows from the AND THERE ARE NO
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ranted part will be performed at no charge to the use of add--on or modified parts can be grounds owner at an approved ELECTROLUX HOME for disallowing a warranty claim. ELECTRO- PRODUCTS,INC.,servicing center.If you LUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., is not liable to have any questions regarding your warranty cover failures of warranted parts caused by the rights and responsibilities, you should contact use of add--on or modified parts. HOW TO FILE your nearest authorized service center or call ACLAIM: If
