Poulan 331 Trimmer User Manual


 
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operate in alocale wheresuch regulations ex-
ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining
the operating condition of these parts. Failure
to do so is a violation of the law. For normal
homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest-
ing screen will not require any service. After
50 hours of use, we recommend that your
muffler beserviced orreplaced byyour autho-
rized service dealer.
ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS
Check car ton contents for the following:
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brushcutter
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blade shield screws (4)
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cupped washer
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large nut for installing blade
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long hex wrench
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metal shield
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plastic shield
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shoulder strap with warning
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weed blade
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trimmer head (assembled on unit)
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handlebar (assembled on unit)
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container of oil
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 i s normal for the fuel filter to rattle in t he empty
fuel tank.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muf fler is normal
due t o carburetor adjustments and testing done
by the manufacturer.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Always stop unit anddis-
connect spark plug before performing any as-
sembly procedures.
WARNING:
Make sure your unit is
properly assembled and all fasteners are se-
cure.
TOOLS REQUIRED
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Hex wrench (provided)
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Adjustable wrench
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Phillips screwdriver
ADJUST AND SECURE THE HAN-
DLEBAR
DANGER:
During blade usage, the
barrier portion of the handlebar must be ad-
justed and remain installed as shown to pro-
vide a barrier between operator and the spin-
ning blade. The handlebar clamp must be
positioned between the arrows on the handle-
bar decal.
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Lift handlebar to upright position.
Handlebar
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Rotate handlebar/clamp counterclockwise
toward engine until c lamp falls i nto groove
of clamp base.
Handlebar
Handlebar
Clamp
Clamp
Knob
Clamp
Base
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Place the handlebar in a comfortable oper-
ating position.
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Retighten handlebar by turning clamp knob
clockwise until handlebar issecure andsta-
tionary in clamp base (clamp knob can not
be overtightened).
ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER STRAP
WARNING:
Proper shoulder strap
and handlebar adjustments before starting the
engine are requir ed.
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Tr y on s houlder strap and adjust for fit and
balance before starting the engine or begin-
ning a cutting oper ation.
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Insert your right arm and head through the
shoulder strap and allow it to rest on your
left shoulder. Make sure the danger sign is
on your back and t he hook is to the right
side of your waist.
NOTE:
A one-half twist is built in the shoulder
strap to a llow t he st r ap to rest flat on t he shoul-
der.
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Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be
about 6 inches below the waist.
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Fasten the strap hook to the clamp l ocated
between the trigger handle and the handle-
bar clamp base and lift the tool to the oper-
ating position.
CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT
You can configure your unit using a cutting
head for grass and light weeds, or a weed
blade for cutting grass, weeds, and brush up
to 1/2 inch in diameter. To assemble your unit,
go to the section for t he desired configuration
and follow the instructions.