Page 2 - PLAN AHEAD; DANGER
2 IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS DANGER! This pruner can be dangerous! Careless or im- proper use can cause serious or even fatal injury. Read and understand the instruction manual before using the pruner. DANGER! Falling objects can cause severe head injury. Wear head protection when operating this unit...
Page 3 - Kickback
3 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...
Page 5 - ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES; FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS
5 SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the require- ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore- gon, and Washington require by law tha...
Page 8 - ASSEMBLY
8 ASSEMBLY WARNING: If received assembled, repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure. 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.It is normal for the fuel filte...
Page 9 - OPERATION
9 OPERATION KNOW YOUR PRUNER READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Primer Bulb Assist Handle Starter ...
Page 12 - Pruning technique; all the way; MAINTENANCE
12 When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto clamp, stand as shown and check for the fol- lowing: S Extend your left arm and hold assist handle with your left hand. S Hold throttle grip with your right hand with finger on throttle trigger. S Keep engine end below waist level. S Keep shoulder str...
Page 14 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; CHAIN SHARPENING
14 Remove Sawdust From Guide Bar Groove Oil Holes S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal process of rail wear. Remove these burrs with a flat file. S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to restore square edges and sides. Correct Groove Worn Groove File Rail Edges and Sides Square Replace guid...
Page 15 - STORAGE
15 11. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug in guide bar groove. Ensure all drive links are in the bar groove. 12. Now, install bar clamp making sure the adjusting pin is positioned in the lower hole in the guide bar. Adjusting Pin Lower Hole Guide Bar 13. Install bar clamp nut and finger tigh...
Page 17 - LIMITED WARRANTY; Poulan PRO; EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
17 LIMITED WARRANTY ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC. , warrants to the original purchaser that each new Poulan PRO r brand gasoline tool or at- tachment is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective gasoline product or attachment as ...