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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
PP2000T
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-
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le
faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
250 Bobby Jones Expressway
Augusta, GA 30907
Copyright E2002 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
530088051
5/1/02
S Avoid dangerous environments. Do not
use in unventilated areas or where dust or
explosive vapors can build up.
DOUBLE INSULATION
CONSTRUCTION
Your powerhead should be double insulated to
help protect against electric shock. Double in-
sulation construction consists of two separate
“layers” of electrical insulation instead of
grounding. Tools and appliances built with a
double insulation system are not intended to be
grounded. Safety precautions must be ob-
served when operating any electrical tool. The
double insulation system only provides added
protection against injury resulting from an inter-
nal electrical insulation failure.
S To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use
extension cords specifically marked as
suitable for outdoor appliances. The elec-
trical rating of the cord must not be less than
the rating of the unit. The cord must be
marked with the suffix “W-A” (in Canada,
“W”). Make sure your extension cord is in
good condition. Inspect extension cord be-
fore use and replace if damaged. An under-
sized extension cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. If in doubt, use the next heavi-
er gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
WARNING: All repairs to an electric
powerhead, including housing, switch, motor,
etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by quali-
fied service personnel. Replacement parts for a
double insulated appliance must be identical to
the parts they replace. A double insulated
appliance is marked with the words “double in-
sulation” or “double insulated”. The symbol
(square within a square) may also be marked on
the appliance. Failure to have the unit repaired
by your authorized service dealer can cause the
double insulation construction to become inef-
fective and result in serious injury.
S Do not use multiple cords.
S The powerhead may have a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other); if so, it
will require the use of a polarized extension
cord. The appliance plug will fit into a polar-
ized extension cord only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully into the extension
cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does
not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension
cord. A polarized extension cord will re-
quire the use of a polarized 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
proper wall outlet. Do not change the equip-
ment plug, extension cord receptacle, or
extension cord plug in any way.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect powerhead
spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from
power source) before performing mainte-
nance.
S Inspect entire unit before each use. Re-
place damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks.
Make sure all fasteners are in place and se-
curely fastened.
S Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures.
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performed by an au-
thorized service center.
S Do not attempt to repair unit. Inspect the in-
sulation and connectors on the powerhead
and extension cord before each use. If
there is any damage, do not use until dam-
age is repaired by your authorized service
center.
S Do not pull or carry by cord; do not use cord
as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces. Do not
unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp
the plug, not the cord.
S Throw away tines that are bent, warped,
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged before using the unit.
S Use only recommended Poulan PRO!
parts and accessories. Never use wire,
wire rope, string, flailing devices, etc.
S Be sure tines stop turning when engine
idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUST-
MENTS section of powerhead manual).
S Remove the tines before making carburetor
adjustments. Hold the unit by hand.
S Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S Do not use the powerhead if the switch
does not turn the unit on and off properly.
Have the unit repaired by your authorized
service center.
S Keep the extension cord clear of operator
and obstacles at all times. Do not expose
cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges.
S Avoid any body contact with any grounded
conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes,
to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
Don’t handle plug or unit with wet hands.
S Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If
powerhead is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water, return it to your autho-
rized service center for repair.
S Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protection should be provided on the circuit
or outlet to be used for the powerhead. Re-
ceptacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
S Never start the unit with the clutch housing
removed. The clutch can fly off and cause
serious injury.
S Avoid heavy contact with solid objects that
might stop the tines. If heavy contact oc-
curs, stop the unit and inspect for damage.
S If tines strike a foreign object, follow these
steps: stop unit and disconnect spark plug
wire (or disconnect from power source), in-
spect for damage, and repair any damage
before resuming operation of the unit.
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S Never douse or squirt the attachment with
water or any other liquid. Clean unit and de-
cals with a damp sponge (see STORAGE).
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow-
ered 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 med-
ical attention. An anti-vibration system does
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
lems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condi-
tion of this unit.
CULTIVATING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be cul-
tivated before each use. Remove objects
(rocks, vines, branches, broken glass, nails,
wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown by the
tines or can wrap around the shaft.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach or stand on unstable surfaces.
S Look behind and use care when backing
up.
S Keep all parts of your body away from the
tines and muffler.
S Do not force the unit. Use only for jobs ex-
plained in this manual. Use only for cultivat-
ing. Do not abuse unit. Do not use in rain or
wet locations.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
S Stop powerhead before leaving work area.
S Allow powerhead and gearbox to cool be-
fore storing or transporting it in a vehicle.
S Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from
water heaters, electric motors or switches,
furnaces, etc.
ASSEMBLY
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-
aged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
S Store attachment so tines cannot acciden-
tally cause injury.
ASSEMBLY
S Store attachment indoors, out of reach of Your attachment is fully assembled; no as-
children.
sembly is necessary.
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
CULTIVATOR 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.
Hanger
Cutting Tines
CUTTING TINES
TINE COVER
The CUTTING TINES are designed to loosen
soil.
The TINE COVER provides partial protection
from the rotating tines.
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OPERATING THE COUPLER
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
HANGER
Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler
which enables optional attachments to be
installed. The optional attachments are:
An attachment hanger is provided for storage
when attachment is not in use.
To install hanger on attachment:
1. Remove the tube cap from the attachment
(if present) and discard.
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
3. Push hanger onto the attachment until the
locking/release button snaps into the hole.
MODEL:
Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PP1000E
Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PP3000B
Brushcutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PP4000C
WARNING: Always disconnect pow-
erhead spark plug (or disconnect powerhead
from power source) before removing or instal-
ling attachments.
OPERATING POSITION
ALWAYS WEA
Eye Protection
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.
Long Pa
Upper Tube
Coupler
Heavy Sho
LOOSEN
Lower
Attachment
WARNING: To avoid personal injury,
never carry the cultivator while the unit is run-
ning.
TIGHTEN
Knob
WARNING: The gearbox gets very
hot after extended periods of use. To avoid
burns, do not touch the gearbox until it has
been allowed to cool.
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
Locking/Release
Button
CULTIVATING
1. Move the cultivator to the work area prior to
starting the engine/motor.
2. With the engine/motor running and the
tines off the ground, press the throttle trig-
ger to increase the engine speed.
3. Hold trigger handle and assist handle firm-
ly. Slowly lower the cultivator until the
tines make contact with the ground.
Coupler
Lower Attachment
Upper Tube
3. While securely holding the upper tube, pull
the attachment straight out of the coupler.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
1. Remove the tube cap from the attachment
(if present) and discard.
2. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of upper tube cou-
pler.
Primary Hole
Coupler
Guide Recess
Locking/ Attachment
Release
Button
Upper
Tube
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.
4. As unit begins cultivating, pull back on the
unit so that the tines can penetrate the
ground.
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5. Once the ground has been broken, contin-
ue at a moderate pace until you are familiar
with the controls and the handling of the
cultivator.
6. Pull the cultivator backwards to improve
the depth of cultivation and reduce your ef-
fort.
7. To cultivate in confined areas or narrow
rows, remove the left and right outer tines
(see TINE REPLACEMENT).
MAINTENANCE
TINE MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Always stop unit and dis-
connect spark plug wire (or disconnect pow-
erhead from power source) before performing
maintenance.
WARNING: The tines will continue to
spin after the engine stops or after the throttle
trigger has been released. To avoid serious
injury, make sure the tines have stopped
coasting and disconnect the spark plug (or
disconnect powerhead from power source)
before performing work on the tines.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service center for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S Tine Cover -- Discontinue use of cultivator if
tine cover is damaged.
WARNING: Always replace tines
that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or
damaged in any other way. Never attempt to
straighten and reuse a damaged tine. Use
only specified replacement tines. Wear pro-
tective gloves when handling or performing
maintenance on the tines to help avoid injury.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Clevis pins
S Hitch pin clips
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TINE REPLACEMENT
WARNING: The tines will continue to
spin after the engine stops or after the throttle
trigger has been released. To avoid serious
injury, make sure the tines have stopped
coasting and disconnect the spark plug (or
disconnect powerhead from power source)
before performing work on the tines.
Clevi
WARNING: Wear protective gloves
when handling or performing maintenance on
the tines to avoid
injury. The tines become very sharp from use.
1. Remove the hitch pin clips and clevis pins.
2. Remove the tines and felt cushions from
the shaft.
3. Clean and oil the shaft.
4. Replace the tines and the felt cushions.
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5. Repeat previous steps on opposite side.
6. Reinstall clevis pins and hitch pin clips.
NOTE: When installed correctly, the hubs
on the tines will face each other. The letters
“R” stamped on the tines will be on the right
side of the cultivator and the letters “L” will be
on the left side.
STORAGE
S Clean the entire attachment.
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Inspect the tine cover area and clean any
dirt or debris that has collected. Inspect the
tines; replace tines that are bent, warped,
cracked, broken or damaged in any other
way.
S Allow attachment and gearbox to cool be-
fore storing or transporting.
S Position attachment so that any sharp ob-
ject cannot accidentally cause injury.
S Store the attachment in a dry, well venti-
lated area out of the reach of children.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
S Check entire attachment for loose screws
or nuts. Replace any damaged, worn or
broken parts.
S At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to
oil ratio.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare attachment for storage at end of sea-
son or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your cultivator attachment is to be stored for
a period of time:
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 PRO! 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
under this warranty any defective gasoline
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
product or attachment as follows from the AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
original date of purchase.
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
2 YEARS-- Parts and Labor, when used for
household purposes.
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for
commercial, professional, or income produc- RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
ing purposes.
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used for rental SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
purposes.
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
This warranty is not transferable and does not APPLY TO YOU.
cover damage or liability caused by improper The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-
handling, improper maintenance, or the use UCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its
of accessories and/or attachments not spe- products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
cifically recommended by ELECTROLUX
HOME PRODUCTS, INC., for this tool. Addi-
PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to
change, modify, or discontinue models, de-
tionally, this warranty does not cover tune- signs, specifications, and accessories of all
ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting line, or rotat- products at any time without notice or obliga-
ing head parts that will wear and require
replacement with reasonable use during the
warranty period. This warranty does not cov-
er predelivery setup or normal adjustments
explained in the instruction manual.
tion to any purchaser.
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