• 1-800-554-6723 www.poulan-pro.com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'lnstructions PP258TP For Occasional Use Only DANGER: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PELIGRO: Lea et manual de instrucciones y siga todas +as advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resuttar en Iesiones graves.
be dangerous! Carefess or improper use can This cause DANGER! pruner can serious or even fatal injury AIways wear appropriate Read and understand the instruction manual before using the pruner. _--_ ear protection, eye protection and head protection. DANGER! protection cut. Failing objects can cause severe head injury. Wear head when operating this unit.
• Do not handleor operatea prunerwhen you are fatigued, ill, or upset,or ifyou have taken a_cohef, drugs,ormedication You must be in good physicalcond_Jonand mentallyalert. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with doctor before operating a pruner. • Carefully plan your pruning operation in advance Do notstartcutting untilyou have a clear work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path.
• Pull-th can occur when the moving chain contacts a foreign object in the wood in the cut atong the bottom of the guide bar and the chain _s sudden_/ stopped This sudden stopping pulls the pruner forward and away from the operator and could easily cause the operator to lose control of the pruner. REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK • Recognizethatkickbackcanhappen. With a basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce the element of surprise which contributes to accidents.
ical attention. An anti-vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regutar basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this took SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of Cal_ornia Codes 4442 and 4443.
etc., could bepicked upbytheairintake Stop coasbng and thrown outthrough discharge opening, blade by contact damaging unit_ property, orcausing serious with cut material iniury tobystanders oroperator • Never place objects inside theblower tubes, vacuum tubes orblower oubet. Always direct the blowing debris away from peopIe, animals, glass, and solid obiects such as trees, automobiies, wails, etc.
• Never operate the cuItivator wit hout the tine cover _n place and properly secured. • Keep the tines and guard clear of debris. • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, d_sconnect the spark plug and inspect the cultivator for damage.
_ItWARNING: If receivedassembled, repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and alI fasteners are secure. Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts NOTE: if you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723. It is normaI for the fuel fiIter to rattle in the empty fuel tank.
g. 5. Insert two screws into the screw holes. Secure shouider strap clamp by tightening screws with a hex wrench. ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE balancing of unit. When adjusting the assist handle or handlebar during use of optional attachments, it must be repositioned between the throttle trigger and the _, upper arrow (closest to engine) on the safety label 1. Loosen wing nut on handle 2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an upright position; retighten wing nut.
recommended. Mixgasoline and oilataratio of40:1. A4-0:1 ratio isobtained bymixing 32 ounces (95ml)ofoilwith 1gallon (4liters) of unleaded gasoline. OONOT USE automotive oiIormarine oilThese oilswillcause engine damage When mixing fi.iel, follow instructions printed oncontainer Once oilisadded to gasoline, shake container momentarily to assure that thefuel isthoroughly mixed.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Flooded engines can be started by placing the ON/OFF switch in the ON position. Move the start _ever to the RUN position and fully squeeze throttle trigger Pull the starter handle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger until engine starts and runs. This could require pu$1ing 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 call 1-800-554-6723.
_k DANGER: Do not extend arms above shoulders while pruning. Do not stand beneath branch being cut. _k WARNING: Always wear head, eye, • Long branches should be removed in several pieces. PRUNING TECHNIQUE When ready to cut, accelerate to futl throttle and apply a light cutting pressure. DO NOT use back and forth sawing action. hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit.
Chain Adjustment Tool ,IIWAIdNINB: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. Bar 2. Loosen bar clamp nut untitJt is finger tight against the bar clamp.
CLEAN AIR FILTER A dirty air filter decreases engine performance and increases fuel consumpfion and harmful emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours of operation. 1. OIean the cover and the area around it to keep dirt from failing into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed. 2. Remove parts by pressing button to release air filter cover NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions, do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent 3.
RepIace the old chain when it becomes worn or damaged. Use only the Low-Kickback replacement chain specified in the repair parts list. TO REPLACE CHAIN: 1. Move ON/OFF switch to the OFF position and disconnect spark p}ug. 2. Remove bar clamp nut. 3. Remove bar clamp. 4-. Turn adjusting screw by hand counterclockwise until adjusting pin just touches the stop. 5. Slide guide bar behind sprocket until guide bar stops against sprocket. 8. Remove theold chain. 7. Carefully remove new chain from package.
ilWAI-ININLi: Perform the following steps after each use: • Allow engine to cool before stodng or transporting. • Store unit and fue_ in a welI ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or sw_tches, furnaces, etc. • Store unit with all guards in place. Position unit so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury. • Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of children.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE _[k WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of tile remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit. recommended TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not start. 1. ON/OFF switch in OFF position. 2. Engine flooded. t 2 See "Starting a Flooded Engine" in Operation Section. 3 Fill tank with correct fuel mixture 4. Install new spark plug.
In the event you have a claim under this warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service dealer.
ADD-ON OR MODIFIED PARTS: The use of add-on or modified parts can be grounds for disaIIowing a warranty claim. Poulan PRO is not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add-on or modified parts. ROW TO FILE A CLAIM: If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact your nearest authorized service center or cell PouJan PRO at 1-800-554-6723.
