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WARNING: Alternative fuels (not gas-
oline) such as E--15 (15% alcohol), E--20 (20%
alcohol), E--85 (85%alcohol)are NOT classified
as gasoline and are NOT approved for use in
2--stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative
fuels will cause problems such as: improper
clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock,
power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration
of fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor
components, etc. Alternative fuels cause high
moisture absorption into the fuel/oil mixture
leadin g to oil and fuel separation.
HOW TO S TOP YOUR UNIT
S Release the throttle trigger .
S Push and release the engine ON/STOP
swit ch. T h e swit ch wi l l automat i ca l l y ret u rnto
the ON position. Wait 5 seconds before at-
temptingtorestart unitto allow switch toreset.
ON/STOP Switch
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
WARNING: Avoid anycontact withthe
muffler . A hot muf fler can cause serious burns.
Starting Position
HELPFUL TIP
If your engine still does not
start after following these
instructions, pleas e call
1--800--554--6723.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
NOTE:
DO NOT squeeze the throttletrigger
until the engine has started and runs.
Muffler
Start
Lever
Starter Handle
Primer Bulb
Throttle
Trigger
1. Set unit on a f lat surface.
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
3. Move the start lever to the START p osition.
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
Pull starter rope sharply until engine starts
and runs.
NOTE:Normally, the warm starting procedure
can b e used within 5 -- 10 minutes a fter the unit
is t urned STOP. If the unit sits for more than 1 0
minutes without bei ng run,it will benecessary to
start the unit by following the steps under
STARTINGACOLDENGINEorfollowingthe
starting instruction steps shown on the unit.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Move the start lever to the RUN position and
fully squeeze throttle trigger. Pull the starter
handle repeatedly while squeezing throttle
trigger untilenginestarts andruns.This could
require pulling thestarter handle many times,
depending on how badly the unit is flooded.
If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to TROUBLE-
SHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-554-6723.
OPERATING THE COUPLER
This model is equipped with a coupler which
enables optional attachments t o be installed.
The optional attachments are:
MODEL:
Edger PP1000E.....................
Cultivator PP2000T..................
Blower PP3000B....................
Pruner PP5000P....................
Pruner PP5500P....................
WARNING: Always stopunit anddis-
connect spark plug beforeremoving orinstal-
ling attachments.
REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH -
MENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL
ATTACHMENTS)
CAUTION:
When removing or installing at-
tachments, place the unit on aflat surface for
stability .
1. Loo sen the coupler by turning the knob
counterclockwise.
Attachment
Coupler
Knob
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN
2. Press and hold the locking/release button.
Locking/Release
Button
Coupler
Upper Shaft
Attachment