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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR EDGER ATTACHMENT

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EDG-

ER 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.

Depth Adjustment Knob

Blade Shield

Gearbox

Wheel

Edger Blade

Shaft

Hanger

BLADE

The BLADE is designed to cut sod.

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB

The DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB is used

to adjust the wheel for blade cutting depth.

OPERATING THE COUPLER

Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler

which enables optional attachments to be

installed. The optional attachments are:

MODEL:

Cultivator

PPB2000T

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Blower

PPB3000B

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

Pruner

PPB5000P

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

Brushcutter*

PPB4000C

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

*not designed for use with electric powerheads

WARNING:

Always disconnect pow-

erhead spark plug (or disconnect powerhead

from power source) before removing or instal-

ling attachments.

REMOVING ATTACHMENT

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.

Attachment

Coupler

Knob

LOOSEN

TIGHTEN

2. Press and hold the locking/release button.

Locking/Release

Button

Coupler

Upper Shaft

Attachment

3. While securely holding the upper shaft,

pull the attachment straight out of the cou-

pler.

INSTALLING ATTACHMENT

1. Remove the shaft cap from the attachment

(if present) and discard.

2. Position locking/release button of attach-

ment into guide recess of upper shaft cou-

pler.

3. Push the attachment into the coupler until

the locking/release button snaps into the

primary hole.

4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-

curely by turning clockwise.

Coupler Primary Hole

Upper

Shaft

Locking/

Release

Button

Attachment

Guide Recess

Summary of Contents for 545167665

Page 1: ...bien respecter tous les avertisse ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves Référez vous à votre manuel original pour des Avertissements et des Instructions d Uti lisation additionnels ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS PPB1000E Poulan PRO 7349 Statesville Road Charlotte NC 28269 545167665 Rev 3 6 15 10 BRW R Please do not return product to ...

Page 2: ...s 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 thor oughly familiar with the controls and the prop er use of the unit Restrict the use of this unit to persons who have read understand and will follow the instructions and warnings on t...

Page 3: ...arized wall outlet This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way If plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the properwalloutlet Donotchange theequip ment plug extension cord receptacle or extension cord plug in any way S To reduce risk of electrical shock use ex tension cords specifically ma...

Page 4: ...footing and balance Do not over reach or stand on unstable surfaces S Always keep the wheel in contact with the ground S Keep all parts of your body away from the blade and muffler S Always push the unit slowly over the ground Stay alert for uneven sidewalks holes in the terrain large roots etc S Do not force the unit Use only for jobs ex plained in this manual Use only for edging Do not abuse uni...

Page 5: ...RNING Always disconnect pow erhead spark plug or disconnect powerhead frompowersource beforeremoving or instal ling attachments REMOVING ATTACHMENT 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 Attachment Coupler Knob LOOSEN TIGHTEN 2 Press and hold the locking release b...

Page 6: ... Conditions such as depth of cut and material being cut will regu late the speed and time required for your edg ing job S Allow the engine to warm up before you begin edging S Increase the engine speed before placing the blade in the cut For best results run the en gine at full throttle while cutting S Always work going away from people and solid objects such as walls large stones trees automobile...

Page 7: ...e blade over see BLADE REPLACEMENT in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section S Check blade for flatness periodically Lay the blade on a flat surface to inspect for flat ness Throw away a blade that is not flat SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BLADE REPLACEMENT WARNING The blade will continue to spin after the engine stops or after the throttle trigger has been released To avoid serious injury make sure the bl...

Page 8: ...e or liability caused by improper handling improper maintenance or alteration or the use of accessories and or attachments not specifically recommended by Poulan PRO for this tool This warranty does not cover tune up spark plugs filters starterropes starter springs cutting line or rotating head parts that will wear and require replacement with reasonable use during the warranty period This warrant...

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