Operation, Warning – Poulan Pro PP5000P User Manual

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7. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be

about 3 -- 6 inches below the waist.

8. Fasten the strap hook to the upper clamp

and lift the tool to the operating position.

Shoulder Strap

Shoulder

Strap

Clamp

ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE

WARNING:

When adjusting the as-

sist handle, be sure it remains directly above

the coupler on the engine end shaft to ensure

proper balancing of unit.

Assist Handle

Coupler

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR PRUNER ATTACHMENT

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

PRUNER ATTACHMENT. Compare the illustrations with your attachment to familiarize yourself with

the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Shaft

Coupler

Pruner

Chain

Bar

Bar oil fill cap

Bar nut

Hanger

PRUNER

The PRUNER is designed for removal of

limbs and branches overhead not greater

than 4 inches in diameter.

CHAIN TENSION

It is normal for a new chain to stretch during

first 15 minutes of operation. You should

check your chain tension frequently. See

CHAIN TENSION in the SERVICE AND AD-

JUSTMENTS section.

OPERATING THE COUPLER

Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler

which enables optional attachments to be

installed. The optional attachments are:

MODEL:

Edger

PP1000E

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cultivator

PP2000T

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Blower

PP3000B

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brushcutter

PP4000C

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WARNING:

Always disconnect pow-

erhead spark plug (or disconnect powerhead

from power source) before removing or instal-

ling attachments.

REMOVING PRUNER ATTACHMENT

(OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACH-

MENTS)

CAUTION:

When removing or installing at-

tachments, place the powerhead and attach-

ment on a flat surface for stability.

1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob

counterclockwise.

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