User manual POULAN CHDR500E

[. . . ] AVERTISSEMENT: Lire le manuel d'instructions et bien respecter tous les avertissements et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire pourrait entraîner des blessures graves. Poulan PRO 1030 Stevens Creek Road Augusta, GA 30907 FRANÇAIS 545137276 11/30/06 SAFETY RULES When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Operator is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruction manual before using unit! [. . . ] Muffler Assist Handle Coupler Trimmer Head Shaft Spark Plug Shield Throttle Trigger Primer Bulb Line Limiter Blade Start Lever ON/OFF Switch Starter handle ON/OFF SWITCH The ON/OFF switch is located on the trigger handle and is used to stop the engine. Move the switch to the OFF position to stop the engine. START LEVER PRIMER BULB The PRIMER BULB removes air from the carburetor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel. This allows you to start the engine with fewer pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to its original form. The START LEVER helps to supply fuel to the engine to aid in starting. Activate the starting system by moving the start lever to the START position. DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine has started and runs. After the engine starts, allow the engine to warm-up 10-15 seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle trigger to deactivate the starting system. COUPLER The COUPLER enables optional attachments to be installed on the unit. mixing 3. 2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive oil or marine oil. When mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on container. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container momentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Move the start lever 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 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 call 1-800-554-6723. until the engine has started and runs. Move the start lever to the START position. Primer Bulb STARTING A COLD ENGINE NOTE: DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger OPERATING THE COUPLER This model is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed. The optional attachments are: MODEL: Edger . PP5000P WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before removing or installing attachments. REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACHMENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS) CAUTION: When removing or installing at- Start Lever tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for stability. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise. Upper Shaft Coupler Lower Attachment LOOSEN Starter Handle TIGHTEN Knob 9 2. Press and hold the locking/release button. Locking/Release Button OPERATING POSITION ALWAYS WEAR: Eye Protection Coupler Upper Shaft Lower Attachment 3. While securely holding the engine and upper shaft, pull the attachment straight out of the coupler. Long Pants Heavy Shoes Cut from your right to your left. INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS 1. [. . . ] Poulan PRO must warrant the emission control system on your small off-road engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of your small off-road engine. Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor, the ignition system and the fuel tank (California only). Where a warrantable condition exists, Poulan PRO will repair your small off-road engine at no cost to you. Expenses covered under warranty include diagnosis, parts and labor. [. . . ]