Hedge Trimmer Instruction Manual

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START ING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by placing
the ON/OFF switch in the ON position. Move
the start lever to the RUN position and fully
squeeze throttle trigger. Pull the starter han-
dle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger
until engine starts and runs. This could re-
quire pulling the starter handle many times,
depending on how badly the unit is flooded.
If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or c all
1-800-554-6723.
OPERATING THE COUPLER
This model 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 stop unit and dis-
connect spark plug before removing or instal-
ling attachments.
REMOVING PRUNER ATTACHMENT
(OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACH-
MENTS)
CAUTION:
When removing or installing at-
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for
stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
Coupler
Knob
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN
Upper Shaft
Lower
Attachment
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
L
ocking
/
Release
Button
Coupler
Upper Shaft
Lower Attachment
3. While securely holding the engine and
upper shaft, pull the attachment straight
out of the coupler.
INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH -
MENTS
1. Remove the shaft cap from the attach-
ment (if present).
2. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of coupler.
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
WARNING: Make sure the locking/
release button is locked in the primary hole
and the knob is securely tightened before op-
erating the unit. Al l attachments a r e de sign ed
to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise
stated in the applicable attachment instruction
manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to seri-
ous injury or damage to the unit.
Locking/Release
Button in Primary Hole
Secondary Hole
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
HANGER
An attachment hanger is provided for storage
when attachment is not in use.
To install hanger on attachment:
1. Remove the shaft cap from the attach-
ment (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.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
It is recommended that the engine not be
operated for longer than 1 minute at full
throttle.
OPERATING POSITION
Eye
protection
ALWAYS WEAR:
Long pants
Head
protection
Heavy
shoes