Poulan 952711964 Trimmer User Manual
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1. Por favor no devuelva el producto al lugar de compra Veuillez ne pas retourner le produit au d taillant 1 800 554 6723 P Please do not return product to retailer Register your product online at Registre su producto en l nea en Enregistrez votre produit en ligne l adresse www poulan com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d Instructions P4500F For Occasional Use Only WARNING Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury ADVERTENCIA Lea el manual de instrucciones y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones de seguridad El no hacerlo puede resultar en lesiones graves AVERTISSEMENT Lire le manuel d instructions et bien respecter tous les avertisse ments et toutes les instructions de s curit Tout d faut de le faire pourrait entrainer des blessures graves Poulan Poulan 7349 Statesville Road 850 Matheson Blvd West Charlotte NC 28269 Mississauga Ontario L5V 0B4 545186897 Rev 4 3 1 10 BRW m zZ a E 7 I ol SIVONVHA IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS ADANG ER Use only specified trimmer head spool and 0 080 inch 2 mm recommended trim mer line Never use blades flailing devices wire rope string etc Unit is designed for line trimmer use only Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury Awarnine This unit can be dangerou2. not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent 3 Wash the filter in soap and water 4 Allow filter to dry 5 Replace air filter and close cover a Air Filter Air Filter Cover MUFFLER AND SPARK ARREST ING SCREEN WARNING The muffler on this prod uct contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer As your unit is used carbon deposits build up on the muffler and spark arresting screen For normal homeowner use however the muffler and spark arresting screen will not re quire any service After 50 hours of use we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by your authorized service dealer REPLACE SPARK PLUG Replace the spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better Set spark plug gap at 0 025 inch 0 6 mm Igni tion timing is fixed and nonadjustable NOTE This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES 002 1 Twist then pull off spark plug boot 2 Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard 3 Replace with Champion RCJ 6Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 3 4 inch 19 mm socket wrench 4 Reinstall the spark plug boot SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING THE LINE For unit to operate properly the cutting line should be replaced when line becomes worn to less than 3 inches in length from the edge of each side of the cutting head WARNING Use only 0 095 inch 2 4 mm diameter Poulan brand cut le
3. shield will throw debris away from the operator Use only in daylight or good artificial light Use only for jobs explained in this manual TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE Allow engine to cool before storing or trans porting in vehicle Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans porting the unit Use up fuel left in the carbu retor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc Store unit so line limiter blade cannot acci dentally cause injury The unit can be hung by the shaft e Store unit out of reach of children WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known 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 abnor mal swellings Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people If symptoms occur such as numbness pain loss of strength change in skin color or texture or loss of feeling in the fingers hands or joints discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention An anti vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems User
4. ECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use x Moderate 50 hours L Intermediate 125 hours L Extended 300 hours 14
5. Engine will not idle when the throttle is released Make adjustments with the unit supported so the cutting attachment is off the ground and will not make contact with any object Hold the unit by hand while running and making ad justments Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting attachment and muffler To adjust idle speed Allow engine to idle Adjust speed until engine runs without stalling idle speed too slow e Turn idle speed screw clockwise to increase engine speed if engine stalls or dies Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to decrease engine speed Idle Speed Screw If you require further assistance or are unsure about performing this procedure contact an authorized service dealer or call 1 800 554 6723 10 STORAGE WARNING Perform the following steps after each use e Allow engine to cool before storing or trans porting Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc Store unit with all guards in place Position unit so that any sharp object cannot acci dentally cause injury Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of children SEASONAL STORAGE Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more If your unit is to be stored for a period of time e Clean the entire unit before lengthy storage e Store in a clean dry area
6. IRONMENT CANADA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB LIGATIONS The U S Environmental Protection Agency California Air Resources Board Environment Canada and Poulan are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your year 2010 and later small off road engine In California all small off road en gines must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog stan dards Poulan must warrant the emission control system on your small off road engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improp er maintenance of your small off road engine Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor the ignition system and the fuel tank Where a warrantable condition exists Poulan will repair your small off road engine at no cost to you Expenses covered under warranty include diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE If any emissions related part on your engine as listed under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List is defective or a de fect in the materials or workmanship of the en gine causes the failure of such an emission re lated part the part will be repaired or replaced by Poulan OWNER S WARRANTY RE SPONSIBILITIES As the small off road en gine owner you are responsible for the per formance of the required maintenance listed in your instruction manual Poulan recom mends th
7. Lightly oil external metal surfaces FUEL SYSTEM Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA TION section of this manual see message la beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga sohol in your engine Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage container Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer HELPFUL TIP During storage of your gas oil mixture the oil will sepa rate from the gas We recommend that you shake the gas can weekly to insure proper blending of the gas and oil ENGINE e Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40 1 2 cycle engine oil air cooled through the spark plug opening Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil Replace spark plug with new one of recom mended type and heat range Clean air filter Check entire unit for loose screws nuts and bolts Replace any damaged broken or worn parts At the beginning of the next season use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio OTHER e Do not store gasoline from one season to another e Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust 11 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE A WARNING Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the
8. above the safety label and below the mark or arrow on the shaft 1 Loosen wing nut on handle 2 Rotate the handle on the shaft to an upright position retighten wing nut ATTACHING SHIELD A WARNING The shield must be prop erly installed The shield provides partial protec tion to the operator and others from the risk of thrown objects and is equipped with a line limit er blade which cuts excess line to the proper length The line limiter blade on underside of shield is sharp and can cut you For proper orientation of shield see KNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OPERATION section 1 Remove wing nut from shield 2 Insert bracket into slot as shown 3 Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket 4 Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt Slot g Go Wing Nut ZEN TE a JV Bracket Shield 7 S En D ess OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Trimmer Shaft Safety Label M a Shield Spark Plug Line Limiter Blade stop A Switch D STOP SWITCH The STOP switch is used to stop the engine To stop the engine push and hold the switch in the STOP position until the engine stops PRIMER BULB The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car bu
9. arburetor adjustments Use only recommended Poulan WEED EATER accessories and replacement parts Have all maintenance and service not ex plained in this manual performed by an au thorized service dealer FUEL SAFETY Mix and pour fuel outdoors Keep away from sparks or flames Use a container approved for fuel Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit Avoid spilling fuel or oil Wipe up all fuel spills Move at least 10 feet 3 meters away from fueling site before starting engine Stop engine and allow to cool before re moving fuel cap Always store gasoline in a container ap proved for flammable liquids CUTTING SAFETY WARNING Inspect the area before each use Remove objects rocks broken glass nails wire etc which can be thrown by or become entangled in line Hard objects can damage the trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury e Keep others including children animals by standers and helpers at least 50 feet 15 me ters away Bystanders should be encour aged to wear safety glasses Stop engine immediately if you are approached Use only for trimming scalping mowing and sweeping Do not use for edging pruning or hedge trimming Keep firm footing and balance Do not over reach Keep all parts of your body away from muffler and spinning line Keep engine below waist level A hot muffler can cause serious burns Cut from your left to your right Cutting on right side of the
10. at you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off road engine but Poulan cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to en sure the performance of all scheduled main tenance As the small off road engine owner you should be aware that Poulan may deny you warranty coverage if your small off road engine or a part of it has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance unapproved modifications or the use of parts not made or approved by the original equipment manufac turer You are responsible for presenting your small off road engine to an Poulan authorized repair center as soon as a problem exists War ranty repairs should be completed in a reason able amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding your war ranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service cen ter call Poulan at 1 800 554 6723 or send e mail correspondence to emission warranty HCOP emission com WARRANTY COM MENCEMENT DATE The warranty period begins on the date the small off road engine is purchased LENGTH OF COVERAGE This warranty shall be for a period of two years from the initial date of purchase or until the end of the product warranty whichever is longer WHAT IS COVERED REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair or re placement of any warranted part will be per formed at no charge to the owner at an ap proved Poulan servicing center If
11. clothing or clothing with loosely hanging ties straps tassels etc They can be caught in moving parts Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line Stay alert Do not operate this unit when you are tired ill upset or under the influence of al cohol drugs or medication Watch what you are doing use common sense Wear hearing protection Never start or run inside a closed room or building Breathing exhaust fumes can kill Keep handles free of oil and fuel UNIT MAINTENANCE SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except carburetor adjustments Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use Look for and repair fuel leaks before use Keep in good working condition Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped cracked broken or damaged in any other way before using the unit Maintain unit according to recommended pro cedures Keep cutting line at proper length Use only 0 095 inch 2 4 mm diameter Poulan WEED EATER brand replacement line Never use wire rope string etc Install required shield properly before using the unit Use only specified trimmer head make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened Make sure unit is assembled correctly as shown in this manual Make carburetor adjustments with lower end supported to prevent line from contact ing any object Keep others away when making c
12. costs In the event you have a claim under this warran ty you must return the product to an authorized service dealer Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this warranty please contact Poulan a division of Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N A Inc 7349 Statesville Road Charlotte NC 28269 1 800 554 6723 In Canada contact Poulan 850 Matheson Blvd West Mississauga Ontario L5V 0B4 12 Giving the model number serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY HAVE OTH ER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIM ITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU This is a limited warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson Moss Act of 1975 The policy of Poulan is to continuously im prove its products Therefore Poulan re serves the right to change modify or discon tinue models designs specifications and accessories of all products at any time with out notice or obligation to any purchaser U S EPA CALIFORNIA ENV
13. e starts allow it to run 10 se conds then move the choke lever to the RUN position Allow the unit to run for 30 more seconds at RUN before releasing the throttle trigger NOTE If engine dies with the choke le ver in the RUN position move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the rope until engine runs but no more than 6 pulls STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1 Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position 2 Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until the engine runs smoothly 3 Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs but no more than 6 pulls 4 Allow engine to run 15 seconds then move the choke lever to the RUN posi tion NOTE If engine has not started pull starter rope 5 more pulls If engine still does not run it is probably flooded STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Flooded engines can be started by placing the choke lever in the RUN position then pull the rope to clear the engine of excess fuel This could require pulling the starter handle many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded If the unit still doesn t start refer to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1 800 554 6723 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS It is recommended that the engine not be operated for longer than 1 minute at full throttle OPERATING POSITION ALWAYS WEAR A AN Eye protection Cut from your left to your right A WARNING Aways wear eye protec tion Never lean over the
14. ine stops If engine does not stop move choke lever to FULL CHOKE position HOW TO START YOUR UNIT A WARNING The trimmer head will turn while starting the engine Avoid any con tact with the muffler A hot muffler can cause serious burns HELPFUL TIP If your engine still does not start after following these instructions please call 1 800 554 6723 STARTING A COLD ENGINE or a warm engine after running out of fuel Set unit on a flat surface Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold through all remaining steps Primer Bulb A Shs Starter Handle 5 Pull starter rope handle sharply until engine sounds as if it is trying to start but do not pull rope more than 6 times 6 As soon as engine sounds as if itis trying to start move choke lever to HALF CHOKE position 7 Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs but no more than 6 pulls NOTE If the engine doesn t start after 6 pulls at the HALF CHOKE position move the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position and press the primer bulb 6 times Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2 more times Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the start er rope until the engine runs but no more than 6 pulls If the engine still doesn t start it is probably flooded Proceed to STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE 8 Once the engin
15. ler other than an authorized service dealer performs work on the product Poulan WEED EATER may not pay for repairs under warranty It is your responsibility to maintain and per form general maintenance CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS e Spark Plug Boot e Air Filter e Housing Screws e Assist Handle Screw e Debris Shield CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for re placement of damaged or worn parts STOP Switch Ensure STOP switch functions properly by pushing and holding the switch in the STOP position Make sure engine stops Restart engine and continue Fuel Tank Discontinue use of unit if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks Debris Shield Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE CALS e After each use inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts Clean the unit and decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter gent e Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth CLEAN AIR FILTER A dirty air filter decreases engine perform ance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions Always clean after every 5 hours of operation 1 Clean the air filter cover and the area around it to keep dirt from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is opened 2 Open air filter cover by pushing button see illustration Remove air filter E To avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions do
16. nearest authorized service center call Poulan at 1 800 554 6723 13 or send e mail correspondence to emission warranty HCOP emission com WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty ser vices or repairs shall be provided at all Poulan service centers Call 1 800 554 6723 or send e mail correspondence to emission warranty HCOP emission com MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMIS SION RELATED PARTS Any Poulan ap proved replacement part used in the perfor mance of any warranty maintenance or repair on emission related parts will be provided without charge to the owner if the part is under warranty EMISSION CONTROL WARRAN TY PARTS LIST Carburetor air filter Covered up to maintenance schedule ignition system spark plug covered up to maintenance sched ule ignition module muffler including catalyst if equipped fuel tank MAINTENANCE STATEMENT The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance as defined in the instruction manual The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified Example Year EPA and or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION THIS ENGINE MEETS EXH AND EVAP EMISSIONS REGULATIONS FOR SHALL OFF ROAD ENGINES POULAN WEED EATER 2010 US EPA CALIF FAMILY DISP MODEL COMPLIANCE PERIOD HOURS BAR CODE THE AIR INDEX OF THIS ENGINE IS THE LOWER THE AIR INDEX THE LESS POLLUTION REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SP
17. ngth line Never use wire rope string etc which can break off and become a dangerous missile 1 Remove and discard worn line before installing new line 2 Clean entire surface of cutting head 3 Insert ends of line into the two guide holes on front of cutting head 4 Continue to feed line through the guide holes until the line is fully extended through the side exit holes Side Exit Hole g wy a TON Side Exit Hole 5 Pullends ofline until line is tight Correctly installed line will be the same length on both ends REPLACING THE CUTTING HEAD 1 Align hole in the dust cup with the hole in the side of the gearbox by rotating the dust cup 2 Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes This will keep the shaft from turning while removing and installing trimmer head Screwdriver x a B 3 While holding the screwdriver in position remove trimmer head by turning clock wise looking from bottom of unit 4 Thread replacement trimmer head onto the shaft by turning counterclockwise Tighten until secure 5 Remove the screwdriver CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT A WARNING Keep others away when making idle speed adjustments The trimmer head will be spinning during this procedure Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety precautions The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory Adjustments may be necessary if you notice any of the following conditions e
18. o reduce the risk of fire and serious injury Read and follow all instructions This power unit can be dangerous Operator is responsible for following instructions and warn ings on unit and in manual Read entire instruc tion manual before using unit Be thoroughly fa miliar with the controls and the proper use of the unit Restrict the use of this unit to persons who have read understand and will follow the instructions and warnings on the unit and in the manual Never allow children to operate this unit naa E MANUAL gt Za SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE UNIT A DANGER Never use blades or flail ing devices This unitis designed for line trim mer use only Use of any other accessories or attachments will increase the risk of injury If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment If you need assistance contact your authorized service dealer or call 1 800 554 6723 OPERATOR SAFETY Dress properly Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when op erating or performing maintenance on your unit safety glasses are available Eye protection should be marked Z87 Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty Always wear heavy long pants long sleeves boots and gloves Wearing safety leg guards is recommended Always wear foot protection Do not go barefoot or wear sandals Stay clear of spinning line Secure hair above shoulder length Secure or remove loose
19. retor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel This allows you to start the engine with fewer pulls on the starter rope Activate the primer bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to its original form BEFORE STARTING ENGINE A WARNING Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you be gin If you do not understand the safety rules do not attempt to fuel your unit Call 1 800 554 6723 FUELING ENGINE A WARNING Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling HELPFUL TIP To obtain the correct oil mix ratio pour 3 2 ounces of 2 cycle synthetic oil into one gallon of fresh gas This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline Before operation gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic 2 cycle air cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40 1 PoulanWEED EATER brand synthetic oil is recommended Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40 1 A 40 1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3 2 fluid ounces 95 ml of oil with 1 gallon 4 liters of unleaded gasoline DO NOT USE automotive oil or marine oil These oils will cause engine damage When mixing fuel follow Assist Handle Starter Handle Muffler X Shaft Mark or Arrow 4 Primer Bulb Throttle Trigger A Fuel Mix Fill Cap CHOKE The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine to aid in cold starting Activate the choke by moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position After the engine attempts to s
20. s Careless or improper use can cause serious injury AWARNING Read the operator s manual before use Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury to the operator and or bystanders Save operator s manual Hazard zone for thrown objects e Trimmer line throws objects violently e You and others can be blinded injured e Keep children bystanders and animals 50 feet 15 meters away Trimmer line can throw objects violently You can be blinded or injured Always wear hearing protection and safety glasses marked Z87 Always wear heavy long pants long sleeves boots and gloves Secure hair above shoulder length Do not wear jewelry loose clothing or clothing with loosely hanging straps ties tassels etc They can be caught in moving parts e Par Never allow children to operate this unit IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS children 40 1 2 5 Store unit indoors in a high dry place out of the reach of When servicing unit use only identical replace ment paris Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before cleaning or servicing A WARNING Fire hazard Never mix pour or store gasoline or use the unit near a flame or sparks including smoking open flames or work that can cause sparks Use unleaded gasoline and two stroke oil mixed at a ratio of SAFETY RULES A WARNING When using gardening appliances basic safety precautions must al ways be followed t
21. s who oper ate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool SPECIAL NOTICE This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark ar resting screen which meets the requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443 All U S forest land and the states of California Idaho Maine Minnesota New Jersey Oregon and Washing ton require by law that many internal combus tion engines be equipped with a spark arresting screen If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist 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 arresting screen will not require any ser vice After 50 hours of use we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by an au thorized service dealer ASSEMBLY WARNING If received assembled repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure 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 is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty fuel tank Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments and testing done by the manufacturer ADJUSTING THE HANDLE A WARNING When adjusting the assist handle be sure it remains
22. tart move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position Once engine has started move the choke lever to the RUN position instructions printed on container Once oil is added to gasoline shake container momentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed Always read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit CAUTION Never use straight gasoline in your unit This will cause permanent engine damage and void the limited warranty FUEL REQUIREMENTS This engine requires the use of minimum 87 octane R M 2 clean gasoline IMPORTANT Use of alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can cause major en gine performance and durability problems A 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 leading to oil and fuel separation HELPFUL TIP If your engine switch reads push to stop it is always in the ON position HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT e To stop the engine push and hold the STOP switch in the STOP position until the eng
23. trimmer head Rocks or debris can ricochet or be thrown into eyes and face and cause blindness or other serious injury Do not run the engine at a higher speed than necessary The cutting line will cut efficiently when the engine is run at less than full throttle At lower speeds there is less engine noise and vibration The cutting line will last longer and will be less likely to weld onto the spool Always release the throttle trigger and allow the engine to return to idle speed when not cutting To stop engine e Release the throttle trigger e Push and hold the STOP switch in the STOP position until the engine stops CUTTING METHODS WARNING Use minimum speed and do not crowd the line when cutting around hard objects rock gravel fence posts etc which can damage the trimmer head become entangled in the line or be thrown causing a serious hazard The tip of the line does the cutting You will achieve the best performance and minimum line wear by not crowding the line into the cutting area The right and wrong ways are shown below Tip of the line Line crowded into does the cutting work area The line will easily remove grass and weeds from around walls fences trees and flower beds but it also can cut the tender bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences For trimming or scalping use less than full throttle to increase line life and decrease head wear especially e During light duty cu
24. tting e Near objects around which the line can wrap such as small posts trees or fence wire For mowing or sweeping use full throttle for a good clean job TRIMMING Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches 8 cm above the ground and at an angle Allow only the tip of the line to make contact Do not force trimmer line into work area Trimming PE 3 inches 8 cm 3 A above ground SCALPING The scalping technique re moves unwanted vegetation Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches 8 cm above the ground and at an angle Allow the tip ofthe line to strike the ground aroundtrees posts monuments etc This technique in creases line wear Scalping A MOWING Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach In the mowing position keep the line parallel to the ground Avoid pressing the head into the ground as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool SWEEPING The fanning action of the rotat ing line can be used for a quick and easy clean up Keep the line parallel to and above the surfaces being swept and move the tool from side to side Sweeping MAINTENANCE WARNING Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments HELPFUL TIP IMPORTANT Have all repairs other than the rec ommended maintenance described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer If any dea
25. unit 2 Spark plug incorrect 3 Carburetor requires adjustment 4 Carbon build up on muffler outlet screen TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not 1 Engine flooded 1 See Starting a Flooded Engine in start Operation Section 2 Fuel tank empty 2 Fill tank with correct fuel mixture 3 Spark plug not firing 3 Install new spark plug 4 Fuel not reaching 4 Check for dirty fuel filter replace carburetor Check for kinked or split fuel line repair or replace 5 Carburetor requires 5 Contact an authorized service dealer adjustment Engine will 1 Carburetor requires 1 See Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment not idle adjustment 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 Fuel mixture incorrect 1 Empty fuel tank and refill with smokes correct fuel mixture excessively 2 Air filter dirty 2 Clean or replace air filter 3 Carburetor requires 3 Contact an authori
26. you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center call Pou lan at 1 800 554 6723 or send e mail corre spondence to emission warranty HCOP emission com WARRANTY PERIOD Any warranted part which is not scheduled for re placement as required maintenance or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of repair or replace as necessary shall be warranted for 2 years Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as re quired maintenance shall be warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled re placement point for that part DIAGNOSIS The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an approved Poulan servicing center CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Poulan may be liable for damages to other en gine components caused by the failure of a war ranted part still under warranty WHAT IS NOT COVERED All failures caused by abuse ne glect or improper maintenance are not covered ADD ON OR MODIFIED PARTS The use of add on or modified parts can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim Poulan is not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add on or modified parts HOW TO FILE A CLAIM If you have any questions re garding your warranty rights and responsibili ties you should contact your
27. zed service dealer adjustment Engine runs 1 Fuel mixture incorrect 1 See Fueling Engine in Operation hot section 2 Replace with correct spark plug 3 Contact an authorized service dealer 4 Contact an authorized service dealer LIMITED WARRANTY Poulan a division of Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N A Inc warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new Poulan brand gasoline tool or attachment is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this war ranty any defective gasoline product or attach ment as follows from the original date of pur chase 2 YEARS Parts and Labor when used for household purposes 90 DAYS Parts and Labor when used for commercial professional or income producing purposes 30 DAYS Parts and Labor if used for rental purposes This warranty is not transferable and does not cover damage or liability caused by improper handling improper maintenance or alteration or the use of accessories and or attachments not specifically recommended by Poulan for this tool This warranty does not cover tune up spark plugs filters starter ropes cutting line or rotating head parts that will wear and require re placement with reasonable use during the war ranty period This warranty does not cover pre delivery setup or normal adjustments explained in the instruction manual This warranty does not cover transportation
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