Poulan 1994-04 User Manual
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- Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 1
Do Not Throw Away !?' TRADEMARK® A DANGER: Read the Operator's Manual and Follow All Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure To Do So Can Result in Serious Injury. OPERATOR'S MANUAL: MODEL: XI" 85T GAS POWERED TRIMMER (18") Always Wear Eye Protection 10( CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 42.- .8.A0c.0-O5V - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 2
Diaphragm All Position With Adjustable Fuel Mixture Jets SERIAL NUMBER AND STARTING INSTRUCTIONS THROTTLE TRIGGER .1 HANDLE SAFETY LABELS DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING ENGINE "OFF": part. If a spark arrestor is required in your area, contact your Authorized Service Dealer for the correct kit. ;5. - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 3
CANBE DANGEROUS! This unit can cause serious injury including amputation or blindness to the operator and others. The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using the unit. The operator is responsible for following the warnings - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 4
INSTRUCTIONS support. • Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. • Use only genuine WEED EATER accessories as recommended for this unit. • Have all maintenance and service not explained in this manual performed by an Authorized Service the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 5
• Shoulder Strap with Warning Decal • Barrier Handlebar B. UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 1. After removing the contents from the carton, check the parts 8 inch, 4 point 1 * • Shoulder Strap w/Warning 1 • Operator's Manual 1 • Loose Parts Bag 1 ** LOOSE PARTS BAG CONTENTS: • Mounting Block Cover - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 6
correct and is adjusted for the operator.) A. PREPARATION This Operator's Manual has been developed to help you assemble the tool and to provide its safe operation. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with the tool before you begin assembly. If you - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 7
. 12. Turn blade by hand. If the blade binds against the shield, the blade is not centered. Reinstall the blade. 13. Proceed to "Shoulder Strap" instructions. NOTE: To remove the blade, insert the large hex wrench into aligned holes. Un-thread the hex flange nut and remove parts. Be sure to - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 8
E. SHOULDER STRAP A WARNING Proper shoulder strap and handlebar adjustments before startingthe engine are required for safe and efficient use. 1. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit and balance before starting the engine and beginning a cutting operation. 2. Place shoulder strap on your left - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 9
to read the fuel safety section on page 4 of this manual before you begin. • If you do not understand the Poulan, or Poulan Pro brand 40:1, 2 -cycle engine oil is acceptable if mixed according to the instructions on the container. 40 PARTS GASOLINE TO 1 PART OIL= 1 gallon gasoline to 3.2 fl. oz. - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 10
10 feet (3 meters) away from fuel- ing site. A WARNING The trimmer head will turn when the engine starts. • Rest engine and shield on ground, supporting trimmer head off ground. NOTE: Remove and discard the plastic shipping guard on the primer bulb (if so equipped). STARTING A COLD ENGINE OR WARM - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 11
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • When using the blade, bring the engine to full idle speed. If the blade or trimmer head on your unit turns when the engine is at idle speed, refer to "Trouble Shooting Chart." • To stop engine: • Release the throttle trigger. • Move ignition switch to the "Off" position. - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 12
using this tool! Restrict the use of this power tool to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the tool. BLADE THRUST A DANGER - BLADE THRUST When the spinning blade contacts anything it does not cut, a dangerous reaction can occur causing - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 13
See "Trouble Shooting Chart." e. Make carburetor adjustments with the lower end supported to prevent your left. h. Use only for jobs explained in this manual. Do not use the blade as an edger. The shield operator must follow the warnings and safety instructions in this section to lessen the chance - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 14
shoulder strap and keep a firm grip on the tool with both hands. A properly adjusted shoulder strap will support the weight of the tool, freeingyour arms and hands to control and guide the cutting motion. b. Keep feet comfortably spread apart and braced for the possibility of a sudden, rapid thrust - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 15
eye protection when operating, servicing, or performing maintainance on f. Make carburetor adjustments with the lower end supported to prevent the trimmer line from contacting any is running. h. Use only for jobs explained in this manual. B. TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE • The trimmer line will advance - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 16
C. CUTTING METHODS A WARNING Use minimum speed and do not crowd the line when cutting around hard objects (rock, ravel, fence posts, etc), which can damage the trimmer head, become entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a serious hazard. • The tip of the line does the cutting. You will achieve - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 17
spool when the square corners on the lugs are rounded off, reduced in size, or broken off: Figure 23 . b. To replace the spool, follow the instructions in "Installing Spool with Line." - 17 - - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 18
the spool, leaving 4-6 inches of extended line. Continue with steps "e. - i." Wrap Line on Spool as Shown by Arrow 1/8" o Line Figure 24 4. Trouble Shooting the Trimmer Head and Line • Does not advance or breaks while cutting: - Improperly wound onto spool. - Line size incorrect. - Too little - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 19
injury. 3. Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. 4. Make carburetor adjustments with the lower end supported to prevent trimmer line from contacting any object. 5. Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. 6. Be sure trimmer head - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 20
instructions, let your Authorized Service Dealer perform these adjustment& A WARNING Make carburetor adjustments with lower end supported task; it is important to follow steps in sequence as indicated. 1. TROUBLE SHOOTING SUGGESTIONS - Engine will not continue to run at idle position. See - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 21
. See "Trouble Shooting Chart." safety instructions. Trouble Shooting Suggestions" in the left column for the condition you are experiencing and follow the instructions 3. Follow instructions in " Follow instructions in 5. Follow instructions in occur. 1. Support tube so trimmer Follow instructions - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 22
and cause serious injury. If any part of pulley housing assembly is damaged other than rope, do not use tool. Take it to your Service Dealer. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire. Figure 31 . 2. Remove the screw and nut from the throttle trigger housing. Figure 31 . 3. Hold throttle trigger awayfrom foam - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 23
G. TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART SYMPTOM CAUSE Engine will not start or will run only for a few mixture 2. See "Starting Instructions." 3. Install new plug/check ignition system. 4. Clean fuel filter; inspect fuel line. 5. See "Carburetor Adjustments." 6. Contact your Service Dealer. 1. See "Carburetor - Poulan 1994-04 | User Manual - Page 24
for parts and service should be directed to your local dealer(s). The philosophy of POULAN/WEED EATER Division is to continually improve all of its products. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your product differs from those described in this Operator's Manual, please contact your
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Always
Wear
Eye
Protection
IMPORTANT
MANUAL
Do
Not
Throw
Away
!?'
TRADEMARK®
A
DANGER:
Read
the
Operator's
Manual
and
Follow
All
Warnings
and
Safety
Instructions.
Failure
To
Do
So
Can
Result
in
Serious
Injury.
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL:
MODEL:
10(
XI"
85T
CUSTOMER
GAS
POWERED
TRIMMER
(18")
ASSISTANCE
42.
SE
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8
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