Poulan Pro PP25E - Manual (Page 12)

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4. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-
gine starts and runs.
5. Allow unit to run for 10--15 seconds, then
fully squeeze the throttle trigger to disen-
gage the starting system.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger.
Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until
engine runs smoothly.
2. Pull starter rope sharply while squeezing
throttle trigger until engine runs.
NOTE: Normally, the warm starting procedure
can be used within 5--10 minutes after the unit is
turned off. If the unit sits for more than 10 min-
utes without being ran, it will be necessary to
start the unit by following the steps under
STARTING A COLD ENGINE or following the
starting instruction steps shown on the unit.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by placing
the start lever to the RUN position. Fully
squeeze throttle trigger. Pull the starter han-
dle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger
until engine starts and runs. This could re-
quire pulling the starter handle many times,
depending on how badly the unit is flooded.
If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-554-6723.
OPERATING THE COUPLER
This model is equipped with a coupler which
enables optional attachments to be installed.
The optional attachments are:
MODEL:
Cultivator PP2000T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blower PP3000B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brushcutter PP4000C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pruner PP5000P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pruner PP5500P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WARNING:
Always stop unit and dis-
connect spark plug before removing or instal-
ling attachments.
REMOVING LINE TRIMMER ATTACH-
MENT, EDGER ATTACHMENT OR
OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS
CAUTION: When removing or installing at-
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for
stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
Coupler
Knob
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN
Upper Shaft
Attachment
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
Locking/Release
Button
Coupler
Upper Shaft
Attachment
3. While securely holding the engine and
upper shaft, pull the attachment straight
out of the coupler.
INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH-
MENTS
1. Remove the shaft cap from the attach-
ment (if present).
2. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of coupler.
3. Push the attachment into the coupler until
the locking/release button snaps into the
primary hole.
4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-
curely by turning clockwise.
Coupler Primary Hole
Upper
Shaft
Locking/
Release
Button
Attachment
Guide Recess
WARNING:
Make sure the locking/
release button is locked in the primary hole
and the knob is securely tightened before op-
erating the unit. All attachments are designed
to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise
stated in the applicable attachment instruction
manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to seri-
ous injury or damage to the unit.
Locking/Release
Button in Primary Hole
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
It is recommended that the engine not be
operated for longer than 1 minute at full
throttle.