User manual POULAN PRO PP5000P

[. . . ] R ENGLISH Please do not return product to retailer. Por favor, no devuelva el producto al lugar de compra. Veuillez ne pas retourner le produit au détaillant. 1-800-554-6723 Register your product online at: Registre su producto en línea en: Enregistrez votre produit en ligne à l'adresse : www. poulanpro. com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'Instructions ESPAÑOL PP5000P WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. [. . . ] Using the wrong hole could lead to serious injury or damage to the unit. Knob TIGHTEN 6 Locking/Release Button in Primary Hole SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY WARNING: Proper shoulder strap and handle adjustments are required before use. The shoulder strap clamp must be installed as shown above the assist handle on the upper shaft (powerhead end of unit). NOTE: The lower shoulder strap clamp has two spacer tabs attached. These tabs are provided to adapt this attachment for use with powerheads that have a 1 diameter upper shaft (the shoulder strap clamp will not tighten down securely on the 1 diameter upper shaft without using these spacer tabs). The tabs must be broken off completely before use and placed over the screw holes on the lower shoulder strap clamp. These tabs are not needed for powerheads with a 7/8 upper shaft. LOWER SHOULDER STRAP CLAMP Spacer Tabs 3. Secure shoulder strap clamp by tightening screws with the hex wrench. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit and balance before starting the engine or beginning a cutting operation. Insert your right arm and head through the shoulder strap and allow it to rest on your left shoulder. Make sure the danger sign is on your back and the hook is to the right side of your waist. NOTE: A one-half twist is built in the shoulder strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the shoulder. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be about 3 - 6 inches (8 - 15 cm) below the waist. Fasten the strap hook to the upper clamp and lift the tool to the operating position. Shoulder Strap Shoulder Strap Clamp ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE Spacer Tabs positioned for use on 1 diameter upper shaft WARNING: When adjusting the assist handle, be sure it remains directly above the coupler on the engine end shaft to ensure proper balancing of unit. Assist Handle 1. Place the upper shoulder strap clamp over the upper shaft above the handlebar. Position the lower shoulder strap clamp under the upper shaft and align the upper and lower clamp screw holes (use spacer tabs between upper and lower clamps if necessary to secure clamp, i. e. Upper Shoulder Strap Clamp POWERHEAD END Coupler Lower Shoulder Strap Clamp ATTACHMENT END Screws 7 OPERATION KNOW YOUR PRUNER ATTACHMENT READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR PRUNER ATTACHMENT. Compare the illustrations with your attachment to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Hanger Pruner Coupler Shaft Bar oil fill cap Chain Bar PRUNER The PRUNER is designed for removal of limbs and branches overhead not greater than 6 inches (15 cm) in diameter. CHAIN TENSION Bar nut It is normal for a new chain to stretch during first 15 minutes of operation. You should check your chain tension frequently. See CHAIN TENSION in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section. Press and hold the locking/release button. Locking/Release Button OPERATING THE COUPLER Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed. [. . . ] S Store the attachment in a dry, well ventilated area out of the reach of children. SEASONAL STORAGE Prepare attachment for storage at end of season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more. If your pruner attachment is to be stored for a period of time: S Clean the entire attachment. S Lightly oil external metal surfaces and guide bar. S Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy paper or cloth. [. . . ]