Poulan 545154719 Trimmer User Manual
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1. Carburetor requires adjustment Crankshaft seals worn Compression low See Carburetor Adjustment in Service and Adjustments Section Contact an authorized service dealer Contact an authorized service dealer Engine will not accelerate lacks power or dies under a load D ND A Air filter dirty Spark plug fouled Carburetor requires adjustment Carbon build up on muffler outlet screen gt O wn Clean or replace air filter Clean or replace plug and regap Contact an authorized service dealer Contact an authorized service dealer BR 9N Carburetor requires adjustment Carbon build up on 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 Spark plug incorrect 2 Replace with correct spark plug Contact an authorized service dealer Contact an authorized service dealer 12 LIMITED WARRANTY Poulan a division of Husqvarna Outdoor Prod ucts Inc warrants to the original consumer pur chas2. 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 NOTE To avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions do 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 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
3. period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part DIAGNOSIS The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part is de fective if the diagnostic work is performed at CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Poulan may be liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a war ranted part still under warranty WHAT IS NOT COVERED All failures caused by abuse neglect 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 regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call Poulan at 1 800 554 6723 WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty services or repairs shall be provided at all Poulan service centers Call 1 800 554 6723 MAINTE NANCE REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS Any Poulan approved replacement part used in the performance of any warranty mainte nance or repair on emission related parts will be provided without charge to the owner if the part is under warranty EMISSION CON TROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST Carbure tor Ignition System Spark Plug covered up to maintenance schedule Ignition Module Muffler including Cata
4. 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 TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE The trimmer line will advance approximately 2 inches 5 cm each time the bottom of the trimmer head is tapped on the ground with the engine running at full throttle The most efficient line length is the maximum length allowed by the line limiter Always keep the shield in place when the tool is being oper ated To advance line e Operate the engine at full throttle e Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above the grassy area Tap the bottom of the trimmer head lightly on the ground one time Approximately 2 inches 5 cm of line will be advanced with each tap Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy area Tapping on surfaces such as concrete or as phalt can cause excessive wear to the trimmer head If the line is worn down to 2 inches 5 cm or less more than one tap will be required to ob tain the most efficient line length WARNING Use only 0 080 inch 2 mm diameter line Other sizes of line will not advance properly and can cause serious injury Do not use other materials such as wire string rope etc Wire can break off dur ing cutting and become a dangerous missile that can cause serious injury CUTTING METHODS WARNING _ Use minimum speed and do not crowd the line when c
5. 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 A Shs Primer Bulb P 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 engine 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 hol
6. 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 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 1 Press the tabs on the side of the trimmer head and remove cover and spool Ey LU ES Tab QA Tap Button 2 Remove any remaining line 3 Clean dirt and debris from all parts Re place spool if it is worn or damaged 4 Replace with a pre wound spool or re place line using a 25 feet 8 meters length of 0 080 inch 2 mm diameter Poulan WEED EATER brand line 5 When installing new line on an existing spool hold the spool as shown in the il lustration below 6 Bend the line at the midpoint and insert the bend into the slot in the center rim of the spool Ensure line snaps into position in the slot 7 With your finger between the lines wrap the lines evenly and firmly around the spool in a clockwise direction 8 Position the lines in the guide slots Guide Slot 9 Insert the ends of the lines through exit holes in the sides of the cover 10 Place the spool in the cover 11 Make sure the lines are not caught be tween the rim of the spool and the wall of the cover
7. 12 Reinstall the spool and cover onto the trimmer head Push until cover snaps into place 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 10 3 While holding the screwdriver in position remove trimmer head by turning clock wise 4 Thread replacement trimmer head onto the shaft by turning counterclockwise Tighten until secure 5 Remove the screwdriver CARBURETOR 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 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 Idle Speed Adjustment 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 e Tu
8. 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 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 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 unit adjustment 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 Engine will not idle properly
9. 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 INSTRUCTION MANUAL E 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 SOO WARNING Trimmer line throws ob jects violently You and others can be blinded in jured Wear eye and leg protection Keep body parts clear of rotating line Eye Protection Keep children bystanders and animals 50 feet 15 meters away Stop unit immediately if ap proached 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 protect
10. d 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 AL Eye protection Cut from your left to your right A WARNING Aways wear eye protec tion Never lean over the 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
11. eglect 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 a Poulan authorized re 13 pair 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 center or call Poulan at 1 800 554 6723 WAR RANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE The warranty period begins on the date the small off road engine is purchased LENGTH OF COVERAGE This warranty shall be for a pe riod of two years from the initial date of pur chase 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 you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call Pou lan at 1 800 554 6723 WARRANTY PE RIOD Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required main tenance or which is scheduled only for regu lar inspection to the effect of repair or replace as necessary shall be warranted for 2 years Any warranted part which is scheduled for re placement as required maintenance shall be warranted for the
12. er that each new Poulan brand gasoline tool or attachment is free from defects in materi al and workmanship and agrees to repair or re place under this warranty any defective gaso line product or attachment as follows from the original date of purchase 2 YEARS Parts and Labor when used for household purposes 90 DAYS Paris 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 starter springs Cutting line or rotating head parts that will wear and require replacement with reasonable use during the warranty period This warranty does not cover pre delivery setup or normal adjust ments explained in the instruction manual This warranty does not cover transportation 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 Outdoor Products Inc 1030 Stevens Creek Road Augusta GA 30907 1 800 554 6723 In Canada contact Poulan 5855 Terry Fox Way Mississau
13. ga Ontario L5V3E4 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 ENVIRONMENT 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 2007 and later small off road engine In California all small off road en gines must be designed built and equipped to meet the Sta
14. ion Do not go barefoot or wear sandals Stay clear of spinning line Secure hair above shoulder length Secure or remove loose 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 Disconnect the spark plug before perform ing maintenance except carburetor adjust ments 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 0 080 inch 2 mm diameter Poulan WEED EATER brand replacement line Nev er 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 carb
15. 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 Assist Handle Spark Plug Shaft Mark or Arrow Y i ppa Primer Bulb Throttle Trigger E po Vy Choke Lever Starter Handle 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 start move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position Once engine has started move the choke lever to the RUN position mixing 3 2 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 instructions printed on container Once oil is added
16. ly 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 above the safety label and below the mark or arrow on the shaft 1 Loose
17. lyst Fuel Tank Califor nia only MAINTENANCE STATEMENT The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance as defined in the instruction manual an approved Poulan servicing center The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified Example Year EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and or CALIFORNIA FAMILYDISP SERIAL MODEL EMISSION THE AIR DEX a He ENGINE IS 3 Lar l 10 THE LOWER THE IENA D TE E LESS POLLUTION REFER TO OW ANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use Xx Moderate 50 hours O Intermediate 125 hours L Extended 300 hours 14
18. m zZ a E 7 x Por favor no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra Veuillez ne pas retourner l outil au d taillant 1 800 554 6723 www poulan com 9 Please do not return unit to retailer Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d Instructions P4500 LON LEE 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 entra ner des blessures graves Poulan Poulan 1030 Stevens Creek Road 5855 Terry Fox Way Augusta GA 30907 Mississauga Ontario L5V 3E4 545154719 Rev 1 11 01 07 BRW SIV NVyUJ 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 Y 9 result in serious injury AWARNING This unit can be dangerous Careless or improper Use can cause serious injury Read the operators manual before use Failure to follow i
19. n 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 Remove wing nut from shield Insert bracket into slot as shown Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt e Wing Nut e ON gt 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 Head y ae y Y Shield Line Limiter Blade Safety Label 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 buretor 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
20. nstructions could result in serious injury Save operator s manual Hazard zone for thrown objects e Trimmer line throws objects violently 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 287 Always wear heavy long pants long sleeves boots and gloves Secure hair above shoulder length Do not wear jewelry loose clothing or clothing with loosing hanging straps ties tassels etc They can be caught in moving parts A 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 to 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
21. our 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 dealer other than an authorized service dealer performs work on the product Electrolux Home Products Inc may not pay for repairs under war ranty Itis your responsibility to maintain and perform general maintenance CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS Spark Plug Boot Air Filter Housing Screws Assist Handle Screw Debris Shield CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact an authorized service dealer for re placement of damaged or worn parts e STOP Switch Ensure STOP switch func tions properly by pushing and holding the switch in the STOP position Make sure en gine stops Restart engine and continue e Fuel Tank Discontinue use of unit if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks e
22. rn idle speed screw counterclockwise to decrease engine speed Idle Speed Screw yA Air Filter Cover If you require further assistance or are unsure about performing this procedure contact an authorized service dealer or call 1 800 554 6723 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 e Lightly oil external metal surfaces FUEL SYSTEM Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA TION section ofthis 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 Fol low the mix instructions found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer
23. rtificial 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 Users who oper ate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor close
24. te 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 California only Where a warrant able condition exists Poulan will repair your small off road engine at no cost to you Ex penses covered under warranty include diag nosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE If any emissions related part on your engine as listed under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List is de fective or a defect in the materials or workman ship of the engine causes the failure of such an emission related part the part will be repaired or replaced by Poulan OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the small off road engine owner you are responsible for the per formance of the required maintenance listed in your instruction manual Poulan recom mends that 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 n
25. 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 IMPORTANT Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separa tion and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems empty the fuel system before stor age for 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur See the STORAGE sec tion for additional information HELPFUL TIP If your engine switch reads push to stop it is always in the ON position HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT e Tostop the engine push and hold the STOP switch in the STOP position until the engine stops e 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
26. uretor adjustments with lower end supported to prevent line from contact ing any object Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments Use only recommended PoulanWEED 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 e Avoid spilling fuel or oil Wipe up all fuel spills e 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 e 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 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 shield will throw debris away from the operator Use only in daylight or good a
27. utting 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 line does the cutting Line crowded into work area e 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 cutting 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 atan angle Allow only the tip ofthe line to make contact Do not force trimmer line into work area Trimming pee A 3 inches 8 cm above ground Y 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 of the line to strike the ground around trees posts monuments etc This technique in creases line wear Scalping MOWING Y
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