Warning – Poulan Pro PP5500P User Manual

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Avoid 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.

Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use

in unventilated areas or where dust or ex-

plosive vapors can build up.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, the unit

may have a polarized plug (one blade is

wider than the other); if so, it will require the

use of a polarized extension cord. The ap-

pliance plug will fit into a polarized exten-

sion cord only one way. If the plug does not

fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the

plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a

correct polarized extension cord. A polar-

ized extension cord will require the use of a

polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into

the polarized wall outlet only one way. If

plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, re-

verse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a

qualified electrician to install the proper wall

outlet. Do not change the equipment plug,

extension cord receptacle, or extension

cord plug in any way.

To reduce risk of electrical shock, use exten-

sion cords specifically marked as suitable for

outdoor appliances having electrical rating not

less than the rating of unit. Cord must be

marked with suffix “W--A” (in Canada “W”).

Make sure your extension cord is in good

condition. Inspect extension cord before use

and replace if damaged. Do not use a dam-

aged cord. Cord insulation must be intact with

no cracks or deterioration. Plug connectors

must be undamaged. The extension cord

used to reach the power source must be

heavy enough to carry current from the power

source the full length of the extension cord to

the unit. An undersized extension cord will

cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of

power and overheating. If in doubt, use the

next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge

number, the heavier the cord.

Do not use multiple cords.

Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit by

the extension cord or yank extension cord

to disconnect unit. To unplug, grasp the

plug, not the cord. Do not use cord as a han-

dle, close a door on cord, or pull cord

around sharp edges or corners. Do not ex-

pose cords to heat, oil, or water.

Keep the extension cord clear of operator and

obstacles at all times.

Tie cord to cord retainer and connect to re-

cessed plug as shown in this manual to pre-

vent damage to unit and/or extension cord

and to reduce the possibility of the exten-

sion cord disconnecting from the unit during

operation.

Do not attempt to repair unit. Inspect the insu-

lation and connectors on the unit and exten-

sion cord before each use. If there is any

damage, do not use until damage is repaired

by your authorized service dealer.

Do not use the unit if the switch does not

turn the unit on and off properly. Have the

unit repaired by your authorized service

dealer.

Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If

unit is not working as it should, has been

dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or

dropped into water, return it to your autho-

rized service dealer for repair.

Avoid unintentional starting of the unit. Nev-

er carry unit with your finger on the switch.

Be sure the switch is in the off position and

never touch the switch when connecting

extension cord.

Unplug the unit from the power source when

not in use, before servicing, and when chang-

ing accessories and/or attachments.

Avoid any body contact with any grounded

conductor, such as metal fences, or pipes,

to avoid the possibility of electric shock.

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

protection should be provided on the circuit

or outlet to be used for the unit. Receptacles

are available having built-in GFCI protec-

tion and may be used for this measure of

safety.

UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY

WARNING:

Always stop unit and dis-

connect spark plug wire (or disconnect unit

from power source) before performing mainte-

nance.
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Inspect entire unit before each use. Replace

damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make

sure all fasteners are in place and securely

fastened.

Maintain unit according to recommended pro-

cedures.

Use only recommended Poulan PRO parts

and accessories.

Be sure chain stops moving when engine

idles (see CARBURETOR ADJUST-

MENTS section of original manual).

Keep others away when making carburetor

adjustments.

Never start the unit with the clutch housing re-

moved. The clutch can fly off and cause seri-

ous injury.

Keep the handles driy, clean, and free of oil or

fuel mixture.

Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fasteners

securely tightened.

Have all maintenance and service not ex-

plained in this manual performed by an autho-

rized service dealer.

OPERATE YOUR PRUNER SAFELY

Operate the pruner only in a well-ventilated

outdoor area.

Do not use a pruner to cut down trees or any

portion of the tree trunk.

Only use for pruning limbs or branches

overhead not greater than 6 inches (15 cm)

in diameter.

Do not cut small brush and saplings with the

pruner. Slender matter may catch in the chain

and be whipped toward you, pulling you off

balance.

Make sure the chain will not make contact

with any object while starting the engine.

Never try to start the unit when the guide

bar is in a cut.