User manual POULAN PRO PPB4000C

[. . . ] ENGLISH ESPAÑOL R Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d'Instructions PPB4000C NOT DESIGNED FOR USE WITH ELECTRIC POWERHEADS NO ESTA DISEÑADO PARA EL USO CON CABEZAS DE MOTOR ELÉCTRICO NON CONÇU POUR L'USAGE AVEC BLOC-- MOTEURS ÉLECTRIQUES DANGER: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product. PELIGRO: Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad. DANGER: 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. Electrolux Home Products, Inc. [. . . ] All other fasteners mentioned in the following assembly steps are in the parts bag. Make sure the raised part of the retaining washer is facing the gearbox and the raised area fits into the hole in the center of the blade. Install the blade nut by threading onto the shaft counterclockwise. Gearbox Shield NOTE: Remove the trimmer head and plastic shield before attaching the metal shield and installing the weed blade. To remove the trimmer head, align hole in the dust cup with the hole in the side of the gearbox by rotating the dust cup. This will keep the shaft from turning while loosening the trimmer head. See INSTALLATION OF THE TRIMMER HEAD and ATTACHING THE PLASTIC SHIELD for illustrations. Never use the trimmer head with the metal blade installed. ATTACHING THE METAL SHIELD WARNING: The metal shield must be properly installed on the tool anytime the tool is used with a blade. The forward tip of the metal shield helps to reduce the occurrence of blade thrust which can cause serious injury such as amputation to the operator or bystanders. Failure to install the shield in the position shown can result in serious injury to the operator. The length of the shield must be aligned with the length of the shaft. Place the metal shield under the gearbox, and align the screw holes. Dust Cup Threaded Shaft Gearbox Retaining Washer Cupped Washer Nut Blade Shield 2. Insert and thread the 4 mounting screws through the holes of the gearbox and the metal shield. Tighten evenly and securely with the hex wrench provided. trated, and the blade is sandwiched between the dust cup and the retaining washer. There should be no space between the blade and the dust cup or the retaining washer. Align hole in dust cup with hole in side of gearbox by rotating the blade. This will keep the shaft from turning while tightening the blade nut. NOTE: Make sure all parts are in place as illus- 7 Screwdriver Tighten blade nut firmly with a wrench while holding screwdriver in position. If the blade binds against the shield, or appears to be uneven, the blade is not centered, and you must reinstall. Be sure to store parts and instructions for future use. 9. OPERATION KNOW YOUR BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Hanger Shaft Gearbox Trimmer Shield Trimmer Head Blade Shield Blade BLADE The BLADE is designed for cutting grass, weeds, and brush up to 1/2 inch (1 cm) in diameter. BLADE SHIELD The BLADE SHIELD provides protection from the spinning blade. TRIMMER HEAD TRIMMER SHIELD The TRIMMER HEAD holds cutting line and is designed for cutting grass and light weeds. The TRIMMER SHIELD provides protection from the spinning trimmer line. Upper Shaft Coupler Lower Attachment LOOSEN OPERATING THE COUPLER Your powerhead is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed. PPB3000B WARNING: Always disconnect powerhead spark plug before removing or installing attachments. REMOVING BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS) CAUTION: When removing or installing attachments, place the powerhead and attachment on a flat surface for stability. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise. TIGHTEN 2. Knob Press and hold the locking/release button. [. . . ] Throw away a blade that is not flat. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S Blade nut S Fasteners INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DECALS S After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING THE LINE 1. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or cut two lengths of 12-1/2 feet of 0. 080 (2 mm) diameter Weed Eaterr brand line. Spool Small Holes WARNING: Never use wire, rope, string, etc. , which can break off and become a dangerous missile. [. . . ]