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Instruction Manual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d’Instructions
ESPAÑOL
PP258TP
DANGER:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before
using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
PELIGRO:
Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e
instrucciones de seguridad. El no hacerlo puede resultar en le-
siones graves.
DANGER:
Lire le manuel d’instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse-
ments et toutes les instructions de sécurité. Tout défaut de le
FRANÇAIS
WARNING: Avoid kickback which can result in serious injury. Kickback is the back-
ward, upward or sudden forward motion of the guide bar occurring when the chain near the
upper tip of the guide bar contacts any object such as a log or branch, or when the wood
closes in and pinches the chain in the cut. Contacting a foreign object in the wood can also
result in loss of control.
Trimmer line can throw objects violently. You can be blinded or injured. Wear protective
gear. Always use steel-toed safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing;
heavy, long pants, and long sleeves; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye protection marked
Z87 such as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved safety hard hat; and
sound barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular users should have
hearing checked regularly as engine noise can damage hearing. Always use shoulder
strap when operating unit.
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SAFETY RULES
OPERATE YOUR PRUNER SAFELY
WARNING: Always disconnect spark S Operate the pruner only in a well-ventilated
plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact outdoor area.
spark plug to prevent accidental starting when S Do not use a pruner to cut down trees or any
setting up, transporting, adjusting or making re- portion of the tree trunk.
pairs except carburetor adjustments. S Only use for pruning limbs or branches
Because a pruner is a high-speed wood-cutting overhead not greater than 6 inches (15 cm)
tool, special safety precautions must be ob- in diameter.
served to reduce the risk of accidents. Careless S Do not cut small brush and saplings with the
or improper use of this tool can cause serious or pruner. Slender matter may catch in the
even fatal injury. chain and be whipped toward you, pulling
PLAN AHEAD you off balance.
S Read this manual carefully until you S Make sure the chain will not make contact
completely understand and can follow all with any object while starting the engine.
safety rules, precautions, and operating Never try to start the unit when the guide
instructions before attempting to use the unit. bar is in a cut.
S Restrict the use of your pruner to adult users S Do not put pressure on the pruner at the end
who understand and can follow safety rules, of the cut. Applying pressure can cause you
precautions, and operating instructions found to lose control when the cut is completed.
on the unit and in this manual. S Do not run the unit at high speed when not
pruning.
S If you strike or become entangled with a
foreign object, stop the engine immediately
and check for damage. Have any damage
INSTRUCTION SAFETY INFORMATION repaired by an authorized service dealer
MANUAL ON THE UNIT before attempting further operations.
S Do not operate a pruner that is damaged,
S Keep all parts of your body away from the improperly adjusted, or not completely and
chain when the engine is running. securely assembled. Always replace bar
S Do not handle or operate a pruner when you and chain immediately if it becomes
are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have taken damaged, broken or is otherwise removed.
alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in S Always stop the unit when work is delayed
good physical condition and mentally alert. If or when walking from one cutting location to
you have any condition that might be another. Stop the engine before setting the
aggravated by strenuous work, check with unit down.
doctor before operating a pruner. S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
If situations occur which are not covered in S Use only for jobs explained in this manual
this manual, use care and good judgment. If (or manuals for optional attachments).
you need assistance, contact your authorized
service dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.
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Deflects
kickback force
Low--- Kickback and allows wood
Chain to gradually ride Handlebar
into cutter
Not a Low--- Kickback Chain DANGER: Never use blades with line
trimmer attachment. Never use flailing de-
vices with any attachment. Use of any other
WARNING: The engine exhaust accessories with line trimmer attachment will
from this product contains chemicals known increase the risk of injury.
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations
through prolonged use of gasoline powered
hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
people prone to circulation disorders or ab-
normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel dam-
age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture, or
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ASSEMBLY
2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.
WARNING: If received assembled, 3. Remove the shaft cap from the pruner at-
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly tachment (if present).
assembled and all fasteners are secure. 4. Position locking/release button of attach-
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam- ment into guide recess of coupler.
aged parts. 5. Push the attachment into the coupler until
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts the locking/release button snaps into the
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723. primary hole.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the 6. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-
empty fuel tank. curely by turning clockwise.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal
due to carburetor adjustments and testing Coupler Primary Hole
done by the manufacturer. Guide Recess
TOOLS REQUIRED
S Hex wrench (provided)
INSTALLING PRUNER ATTACH-
MENT Locking/
CAUTION: When removing or installing at- Upper Release Attachment
tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for Shaft Button
stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise. WARNING: Make sure the locking/
release button is locked in the primary hole
Coupler and the knob is securely tightened before op-
erating the unit. All attachments are designed
to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise
Shipping stated in the applicable attachment instruction
protector LOOSEN manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to seri-
ous injury or damage to the unit.
Knob
TIGHTEN
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Upper Shoulder
Locking/Release Strap Clamp
Button in Primary Hole
POWERHEAD
For assembly of optional attachments (see END
list on page 13), refer to the ASSEMBLY sec-
tion of the applicable attachment instruction
manual.
SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY ATTACHMENT
Lower Shoulder
Strap Clamp END
WARNING: Proper shoulder strap Screws
adjustments must be made with the engine
completely stopped before using unit. 4. Insert two screws into the screw holes.
1. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit 5. Secure shoulder strap clamp by tighten-
and balance before starting the engine or ing screws with a hex wrench.
beginning a cutting operation.
2. Insert your right arm and head through ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE
the shoulder strap and allow it to rest on
your left shoulder. Make sure the danger WARNING: When adjusting the as-
sign is centered on your back and the sist handle, be sure it remains between the
hook is to the right side of your waist. coupler and the lower arrow (closest to
NOTE: A one-half twist is built in the shoul- coupler) on the safety label to ensure proper
der strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the balancing of unit. When adjusting the assist
shoulder. handle or handlebar during use of optional at-
3. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be tachments, it must be repositioned between
about 3 -- 6 inches (8 -- 15 cm) below the the throttle trigger and the upper arrow
waist. (closest to engine) on the safety label.
4. Fasten the strap hook to the clamp lo- 1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
cated between the throttle handle and the 2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an up-
assist handle and lift the tool to the oper- right position; retighten wing nut.
ating position.
NOTE: It may be necessary to relocate the
shoulder strap clamp on the shaft for proper
balancing of unit.
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Coupler
Bar oil fill cap
Throttle Trigger
Chain Spark Plug
Primer Bulb
Bar Bar nut ON/STOP
Switch
Attachment Hanger
Coupler Head
Upper Shaft protection Eye
Lower Attachment protection
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- Long pants
ment (if present).
2. Position locking/release button of attach-
ment into guide recess of coupler. Heavy
3. Push the attachment into the coupler until shoes
the locking/release button snaps into the
primary hole.
4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob se-
curely by turning clockwise. DANGER: Do not extend arms above
Coupler Primary Hole shoulders while pruning. Do not stand be-
Guide Recess neath branch being cut.
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Engine will 1. Idle speed set too high 1. See “Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment”
not idle or too low. in Service and Adjustments Section.
properly. 2. Crankshaft seals worn. 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
3. Compression low. 3. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine will not 1. Air filter dirty. 1. Clean or replace air filter.
accelerate, 2. Spark plug fouled. 2. Clean or replace plug
lacks power, and regap.
or dies under 3. Carburetor requires 3. Contact an authorized service dealer.
a load. adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on 4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
muffler outlet screen.
5. Compression low. 5. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine 1. Choke partially on. 1. Adjust choke.
smokes 2. Fuel mixture incorrect. 2. Empty fuel tank and refill with
excessively. correct fuel mixture.
3. Air filter dirty. 3. Clean or replace air filter.
4. Carburetor requires 4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
adjustment.
Engine runs 1. Fuel mixture incorrect. 1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation
hot. section.
2. Spark plug incorrect. 2. Replace with correct spark plug.
3. Carburetor requires 3. Contact an authorized service dealer.
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on 4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
muffler outlet screen.
Chain moves at 1. Idle speed requires 1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
idle speed. adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Clutch requires repair. 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Poulan PRO, a division of Husqvarna Consum- 30 DAYS - Parts and Labor, if used for rental
er Outdoor Products N.A., Inc., warrants to the purposes.
original consumer purchaser that each new This warranty is not transferable and does not
Poulan PRO brand gasoline tool or attachment cover damage or liability caused by improper
is free from defects in material and workman- handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or
ship and agrees to repair or replace under this the use of accessories and/or attachments not
warranty any defective gasoline product or at- specifically recommended by Poulan PRO for
tachment as follows from the original date of this tool. This warranty does not cover tune--up,
purchase. spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, cutting line, or
2 YEARS - Parts and Labor, when used for rotating head parts that will wear and require re-
household purposes. placement with reasonable use during the war-
90 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for ranty period. This warranty does not cover pre--
commercial, professional, or income producing delivery setup or normal adjustments explained
purposes.
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The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.
Example: (Year) EPA and/or CALIFORNIA.
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