Poulan Pro PPB2000T User manual

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WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en le-
siones graves.
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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
PPB2000T
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
250 Bobby Jones Expressway
Augusta, GA 30907
Copyright E2003 Electrolux Home Products, Inc. 530164258 10/3/03
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SAFETY RULES
WARNING: When using gardening
appliances,basic safety precautionsmust al-
ways befollowed to reducetherisk of fireand
serious injury. Read and follow all instruc-
tions. Failuretoso socanresultinserious in-
jury.
This power unit can be dangerous! This unit
can cause serious injury including amputa-
tion or blindness to the operator and others.
Operator is responsible for following instruc-
tions and warnings on unit and in manual.
Read entire instruction manual before using
unit! Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the
use of this unit topersons who haveread,un-
derstand and will follow the instructions and
warningsontheunitandinthemanual. Never
allow children to operatethis unit.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
OPERATOR SAFETY
DANGER: RISK OF CUT. KEEP
HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM TINES
AND CUTTING AREA. Rotating tines can
cause serious injury. Do not attempt to clear
away cut material or hold material to be cut
whentheengine/motoris running. Makesure
powerheadis stopped and spark plug wire is
disconnected (or powerheadis disconnected
from power source) when removing jammed
materialfromthetines. Donotgraborholdat-
tachment by the tines.
WARNING: Keep away from rotating
tines. You and others can be blinded/injured.
Wear eye and leg protection.
HazardZone
30 ft.
(10 m)
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 30 feet
(10 meters) away. Stop unit immediately if ap-
proached.
SDress properly. Always wear safety
glasses or similar eye protection when op-
erating,orperformingmaintenanceonyour
unit (safety glasses are available). Eye
protection should be marked Z87.
SAlways wear faceordust mask if operation
is dusty.
SAlways wear heavy, long pants, long
sleeves, boots, and gloves.
SAlways wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals.
SSecure hair above shoulder length. Se-
cure or remove loose clothing or clothing
with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels,
etc. They can be caught in moving parts.
SBeing fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning tines.
SStay alert. Do not operate when you are
tired, ill, upset, or under the influence of al-
cohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what
you are doing; use common sense.
SWear hearing protection.
SNever start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
SKeep handles free of oil and fuel.
SNeveroperatethecultivatorwithoutthetine
cover in place and properly secured.
FUEL SAFETY (for gas powerheads)
SMix and pour fuel outdoors.
SKeep away from sparks or flames.
SUse a container approved for fuel.
SDo notsmoke or allow smokingnear fuel or
the powerhead.
SAvoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel
spills beforestarting the powerhead.
SMove atleast 10feet (3meters) awayfrom
fueling site before starting powerhead en-
gine.
SStop engine and allow to cool before re-
moving fuel cap.
SRemove fuel cap slowly.
SStoreunit andfuelin an areawherefuelva-
pors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY (for electric
powerheads)
WARNING: Avoid a dangerousenvi-
ronment. To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, donotuse in rain,in dampor wetloca-
tions, or around swimming pools, hot tubs,
etc. Do not expose to snow, rain, or water to
avoid the possibility of electrical shock. Do
nothandleextensioncordplugorunitwithwet
hands.
SUse only a voltagesupply as shown onthe
nameplate of the unit.
SAvoid dangerous situations. Do not use in
presence of flammable liquids or gases to
avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or
causing damage to unit.

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SAvoid dangerous environments. Do not
use in unventilated areas or where dust or
explosive vapors can build up.
STo reduce the risk of electrical shock, use
extension cords specifically marked as
suitable for outdoor appliances. The elec-
trical ratingofthecordmustnotbeless than
the rating of the unit. The cord must be
marked with the suffix “W-A” (in Canada,
“W”). Make sure your extension cord is in
good condition. Inspect extension cord be-
foreuseandreplaceifdamaged.Anunder-
sized extension cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. Ifin doubt,usethenextheavi-
er gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
SDo not use multiple cords.
SThe powerhead may have a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other);if so, it
will requiretheuse ofapolarizedextension
cord. Theapplianceplugwill fitintoapolar-
ized extension cord only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully into the extension
cord, reverse theplug. If theplug still does
not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension
cord. A polarized extension cord will re-
quiretheuseofapolarizedwall outlet. This
plugwill fit intothepolarizedwall outletonly
oneway. Ifplugdoesnotfitfullyintothewall
outlet,reversethe plug. Ifit still doesnotfit,
contact a qualified electrician to install the
properwalloutlet. Donotchangetheequip-
ment plug, extension cord receptacle, or
extension cord plug in any way.
SDonotattempttorepairunit. Inspectthein-
sulation and connectors on the powerhead
and extension cord before each use. If
there is any damage, do not use until dam-
age is repaired by your authorized service
center.
SDonotpull orcarryby cord;donotusecord
as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces. Do not
unplugby pulling on cord.To unplug,grasp
the plug, not the cord.
SDo not use the powerhead if the switch
does not turn the unit on and off properly.
Have the unit repaired by your authorized
service center.
SKeep the extension cord clear of operator
and obstacles at all times. Do not expose
cords to heat,oil, water, or sharp edges.
SAvoid any body contact with any grounded
conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes,
to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
Don’t handle plug or unit with wet hands.
SDo not use with damaged cord or plug. If
powerhead is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water, return it to your autho-
rized service center for repair.
SGround Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protectionshould beprovidedonthecircuit
oroutlet tobe usedforthepowerhead. Re-
ceptacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
DOUBLE INSULATION
CONSTRUCTION
Your powerhead should be double insulated to
help protect against electric shock. Double in-
sulation construction consists of two separate
“layers” of electrical insulation instead of
grounding. Tools and appliances built with a
doubleinsulation system are not intended tobe
grounded. Safety precautions must be ob-
served when operating any electrical tool. The
double insulation system only provides added
protection against injury resulting from an inter-
nal electrical insulation failure.
WARNING: All repairs to an electric
powerhead, including housing, switch, motor,
etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by quali-
fied service personnel. Replacement parts for a
double insulated appliance must be identical to
the parts they replace. A double insulated
appliance is marked with thewords “double in-
sulation”or “double insulated”. Thesymbol
(squarewithinasquare)may alsobe markedon
the appliance. Failure to have the unit repaired
by your authorized service dealer can cause the
double insulation construction to become inef-
fective and result in serious injury.
UNIT/MAINTENANCESAFETY
WARNING: Disconnect powerhead
spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from
power source) before performing mainte-
nance.
SInspect entire unit before each use. Re-
placedamagedparts. Checkforfuelleaks.
Makesureall fastenersareinplaceandse-
curely fastened.
SMaintain unit according to recommended
procedures.
SHave all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performedby an au-
thorized service center.
SThrow away tines that are bent, warped,
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged beforeusing the unit.
SUse only recommended Poulan PRO!
parts and accessories. Never use wire,
wire rope, string, flailing devices, etc.
SBe sure tines stop turning when engine
idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUST-
MENTS section of powerheadmanual).
SRemovethetinesbeforemakingcarburetor
adjustments. Hold the unit by hand.
SKeepothers away whenmakingcarburetor
adjustments.
SNever start the unit with theclutch housing
removed. The clutch can fly off and cause
serious injury.
SAvoid heavy contact with solid objects that
might stop the tines. If heavy contact oc-
curs, stopthe unit and inspect fordamage.
SIf tines strike a foreign object, follow these
steps: stopunit anddisconnect spark plug
wire (or disconnect from power source),in-
spect for damage, and repair any damage
before resuming operation of the unit.

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SNever douse or squirt the attachment with
wateroranyotherliquid. Cleanunitandde-
cals withadampsponge(seeSTORAGE).
CULTIVATING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be cul-
tivated before each use. Remove objects
(rocks, vines, branches, broken glass, nails,
wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown by the
tines or can wrap around the shaft.
SHold the unit firmly with both hands.
SKeepfirmfootingandbalance. Donotover-
reach or stand on unstable surfaces.
SLook behind and use care when backing
up.
SKeep all parts of your body away from the
tines and muffler.
SDo not force the unit. Use only for jobs ex-
plainedinthismanual. Useonlyforcultivat-
ing. Donotabuseunit. Donotuseinrainor
wet locations.
SUse only in daylight or goodartificial light.
TRANSPORTINGAND STORAGE
SStop powerheadbefore leaving work area.
SAllow powerhead and gearbox to cool be-
fore storing or transporting it in a vehicle.
SStoreunitandfuelinareawherefuelvapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from
water heaters,electric motors or switches,
furnaces, etc.
SStore attachment so tines cannot acciden-
tally cause injury.
SStore attachment indoors, out of reach of
children.
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgment. If
you need assistance, call 1-800-554-6723.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolongeduse of gasoline pow-
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people proneto circulation disorders
or abnormalswellings. Prolongeduse in cold
weatherhasbeenlinkedtobloodvesseldam-
agein otherwise healthypeople. Ifsymptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
discontinuetheuseofthis toolandseekmed-
ical attention. An anti-vibration system does
not guarantee the avoidance of these prob-
lems. Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical conditionand thecondi-
tion of this unit.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-
aged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
ASSEMBLY
Your attachment is fully assembled; no as-
sembly is necessary.
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT. Compare the illustrations with your attachment to familiarize yourself
with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Cutting Tines
Shaft
Hanger
Tine Cover
CUTTING TINES
TheCUTTINGTINESaredesignedtoloosen
soil.
TINE COVER
TheTINE COVER provides partial protection
from the rotating tines.

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OPERATING THE COUPLER
Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler
which enables optional attachments to be
installed. The optional attachments are:
MODEL:
Edger PPB1000E......................
Blower PPB3000B.....................
Brushcutter PPB4000C................
WARNING: Always disconnect pow-
erheadspark plug(or disconnectpowerhead
frompowersource)beforeremovingorinstal-
ling attachments.
REMOVING ATTACHMENT
CAUTION: When removing or installing at-
tachments, place the powerheadand attach-
ment on a flat surfacefor stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
Coupler
Knob
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN
Upper Shaft
Lower
Attachment
2. Pressandholdthelocking/releasebutton.
Locking/Release
Button
Coupler Upper Shaft
Lower Attachment
3. While securely holding the upper shaft,
pull the attachmentstraightoutofthecou-
pler.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
1. Removetheshaftcapfromtheattachment
(if present) and discard.
2. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment intoguiderecess ofuppershaftcou-
pler.
Coupler Primary Hole
Upper
Shaft Locking/
Release
Button
Attachment
Guide Recess
3. Push theattachment into the coupler until
the locking/release button snaps into the
primary hole.
4. Before using the unit, tighten the knobse-
curely by turning clockwise.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
HANGER
An attachmenthanger is provided forstorage
when attachment is not in use.
To install hanger on attachment:
1. Removetheshaftcapfromtheattachment
(if present) and discard.
2. Press andholdthelocking/releasebutton.
3. Push hangeronto the attachment until the
locking/releasebuttonsnapsintothehole.
OPERATING POSITION
Heavy Shoes
Long Pants
Eye Protection
ALWAYS WEAR:
WARNING: To avoid personalinjury,
never carry the cultivator while theunit is run-
ning.
WARNING: The gearbox gets very
hot after extended periods of use. To avoid
burns, do not touch the gearbox until it has
been allowed to cool.
CULTIVATING
1. Move the cultivator to the work area prior to
starting the engine/motor.
2. With the engine/motor running and the
tines off the ground,press the throttletrig-
ger to increase the engine speed.
3. Hold triggerhandle andassist handlefirm-
ly. Slowly lower the cultivator until the
tines make contact with the ground.
4. As unit begins cultivating, pull back on the
unit so that the tines can penetrate the
ground.

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5. Oncethegroundhasbeenbroken,contin-
ueatamoderatepaceuntilyouarefamiliar
with the controls and the handling of the
cultivator.
6. Pull the cultivator backwards to improve
thedepthofcultivationandreduceyouref-
fort.
7. To cultivate in confined areas or narrow
rows, remove the left and right outer tines
(see TINE REPLACEMENT).
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Alwaysstopunitanddis-
connect spark plug wire (or disconnect pow-
erheadfrompowersource)beforeperforming
maintenance.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service center for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
STineCover-- Discontinueuseofcultivatorif
tine cover is damaged.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
SClevis pins
SHitch pin clips
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS
SAfter each use, inspect complete unit for
looseordamagedparts. Cleantheunitand
decals usingadampcloth withamilddeter-
gent.
SWipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
TINE MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Thetineswill continueto
spin after theenginestops or afterthe throttle
trigger has been released. To avoid serious
injury, make sure the tines have stopped
coasting and disconnect the spark plug (or
disconnect powerhead from power source)
before performing work on the tines.
WARNING: Always replace tines
that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or
damaged in any other way. Never attempt to
straighten and reuse a damaged tine. Use
only specified replacement tines. Wear pro-
tective gloves when handling or performing
maintenanceonthetines to help avoidinjury.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TINE REPLACEMENT
WARNING: The tines will continueto
spin after theenginestops or afterthe throttle
trigger has been released. To avoid serious
injury, make sure the tines have stopped
coasting and disconnect the spark plug (or
disconnect powerhead from power source)
before performing work on the tines.
WARNING: Wear protective gloves
when handling or performing maintenance on
the tines to avoid
injury. The tines become very sharp from use.
1. Removethehitch pinclips andclevis pins.
Hitch Pin Clip
Clevis Pin
2. Remove the tines and felt cushions from
the shaft.
3. Clean and oil the shaft.
4. Replace the tines and the felt cushions.

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5. Repeat previous steps on opposite side.
6. Reinstall clevis pins and hitch pin clips.
NOTE: When installed correctly, the hubs
on the tines will face each other. The letters
“R” stamped on the tines will be on the right
side of thecultivator andthe letters “L” will be
on the left side.
STORAGE
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
SAllow attachment and gearbox to cool be-
fore storing or transporting.
SPosition attachment so that any sharp ob-
ject cannot accidentally cause injury.
SStore the attachment in a dry, well venti-
lated area out of the reach of children.
SEASONALSTORAGE
Prepareattachmentforstorageatendofsea-
sonorifitwillnotbeusedfor30daysormore.
Ifyour cultivator attachmentis tobestoredfor
a period of time:
SClean the entire attachment.
SInspect the tine cover area and clean any
dirtordebristhathascollected. Inspectthe
tines; replace tines that are bent, warped,
cracked, broken or damaged in any other
way.
SLightly oil external metal surfaces.
SCheck entire attachment for loose screws
or nuts. Replace any damaged, worn or
broken parts.
SAt the beginning of the next season, use
only freshfuelhavingthepropergasolineto
oil ratio.
LIMITED WARRANTY
ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC.,
warrants to the original purchaser that each
newPoulanPRO!
!!
!brand gasoline tool orat-
tachment is free from defects in material and
workmanship andagrees to repair or replace
under this warranty any defective gasoline
product or attachment as follows from the
original date of purchase.
2 YEARS -- Parts and Labor, when used for
household purposes.
90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for
commercial, professional, or income produc-
ing purposes.
30 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, if used forrental
purposes.
Thiswarrantyisnottransferableanddoesnot
cover damageor liability caused by improper
handling, improper maintenance, or the use
of accessories and/or attachments not spe-
cifically recommended by ELECTROLUX
HOME PRODUCTS,INC., forthis tool.Addi-
tionally, this warranty does not cover tune-
ups, spark plugs, filters, cutting line, or rotat-
ing head parts that will wear and require
replacement with reasonable use during the
warranty period. This warranty does not cov-
er predelivery setup or normal adjustments
explained in the instruction manual.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON-
SEQUENTIALDAMAGES, SO THEABOVE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.
The policy of ELECTROLUX HOME PROD-
UCTS, INC., is to continuously improve its
products. Therefore, ELECTROLUX HOME
PRODUCTS, INC., reserves the right to
change, modify, or discontinue models, de-
signs, specifications, and accessories of all
products at any time without notice or obliga-
tion to any purchaser.