OPERATING
THE
COUPLER
This model is equipped
with a coupler
which
enables
optional attachments
to be installed.
The optional attachments
are:
MODEL:
Edger .......................
PP1000E
Cultivator
....................
PP2000T
Blower
......................
PP3000B
Brushcutter
..................
PP4000C
WAR
NIN G:
Always stop unit and dis-
connect
spark plug before removing
or instaF
ling attachments.
REMOVING
PRUNER
ATTACHMENT
(OR OTHER
OPTIONAL
ATTACH-
MENTS)
CAUTION:
When removh_g or installing at-
tachments,
ptace the unit on a flat surface
for
stability.
1.
Loosen
the coupler
by turnh_g the knob
counterclockwise.
Upper Shaft
Coupler
Lower
\
Attachment
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN
Knob
Press and hold the locking/release
button,
Locking/Release
Button
/
Lower Attachment
Upper Shaft
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.
CouPle r
Primary
Hole
Guide Recess
Upper
Locking/
Attachment
Shaft
Release
Button
="=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.
Secondary
Hole
Locking/Release
Button in Primary
Hole
INSTALLING
ATTACHMENT
HANGER
An attachment
hanger is provided for storage
when attachment
is not in use.
To install hanger on attachment:
1.
Remove
the shaft cap from the attach-
ment (if present)
and discard.
2.
Press and hold the locking/release
button.
3.
Push hanger onto the attachment
until the
locking/release
button snaps into the hole.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
It is recommended
that the engine
not be
operated
for longer
than
1 minute
at full
throttle.
OPERATING
POSITION
ALWAYS WEAR:
...._,
Head
protection
Eye
protectionJ
;Y
I 1, /
Heavy
_,
A
_t_ DANGER:
Do not extend arms above
shoulders
while
pruning.
Do not stand
be-
neath branch being cut.
WARNING:
Alwayswearhead,
eye,
hearing,
foot and body protection
to reduce
the risk of injury when operating
this unit.
When operating
unit, clip shoulder
strap onto
clamp,
stand as shown and check
for the fol-
lowing:
• Extend your left arm and hold assist handle
with your left hand.
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