ENGLISH R Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions PP5000P ESPAÑOL Electrolux Home Products, Inc. 104 Warren Road Augusta, GA 30907 Copyright E2004 Electrolux Home Products, Inc. 530163467 7/16/04 FRANÇAIS WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. ADVERTENCIA: Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad.
IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS DANGER! This pruner can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can cause serious or even fatal injury. Read and understand the instruction manual before using the pruner. Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection. DANGER! Falling objects can cause severe head injury. Wear head protection when operating this unit. Do not stand beneath branch being cut.
S Do not handle or operate a pruner when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in good physical condition and mentally alert. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with doctor before operating a pruner. S Carefully plan your pruning operation in advance. Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and a planned retreat path.
S Inspect entire unit before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place and securely fastened. S Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. S Use only recommended Poulan PRO® parts and accessories. Never use wire, wire rope, string, flailing devices, etc. S Be sure chain stops moving when engine idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS section of powerhead manual). S Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
S Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut. S Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of the bar (plunge cuts). S Watch for shifting of wood or other forces that could close a cut and pinch or fall into chain. S Use the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar and Low--Kickback Chain specified for your unit. Symmetrical Guide Bar Large Radius Tip S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with a contoured depth gauge and guard link which deflect kickback force and allow wood to gradually ride into the cutter.
ASSEMBLY NOTE: The lower shoulder strap clamp has WARNING: 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.
ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE 7. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be about 3 -- 6 inches below the waist. 8. Fasten the strap hook to the upper clamp and lift the tool to the operating position. 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.
Upper Shaft S Never use waste oil for bar and chain lubrication. S Always stop the engine before removing the oil cap. Coupler LOOSEN Lower Attachment TIGHTEN 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 attachment (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.
S Watch out for springpoles. Springpoles are small size limbs which can catch the chain and whip toward you or pull you off balance. Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs or slender material. S Watch out for branches immediately behind the branch being pruned. If the chain hits the rear branch, damage to the unit may occur. S Be alert for springback. Watch out for branches that are bent or under pressure.
1. Use a screwdriver to move chain around guide bar to ensure kinks do not exist. The chain should rotate freely. Chain Adjustment Tool Guide Bar 2. Loosen bar clamp nut until it is finger tight against the bar clamp. Adjusting Screw Bar clamp nut 3. Turn adjusting screw clockwise until chain solidly contacts bottom of guide bar rail. Then, turn adjusting screw an additional 1/4 turn. Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS A sharp chain makes wood chips.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Depth Gauge Cutters WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug wire (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before performing maintenance, service, or adjustments except for carburetor adjustments. CHAIN SHARPENING Drive Links Chain sharpening is a complicated task that requires special tools. We recommended you refer chain sharpening to a professional chain sharpener. CHAIN REPLACEMENT WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling chain.
STORAGE WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use: S Allow attachment to cool before storing or transporting. S Store attachment with all guards in place. Position attachment so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury. 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.
