Poulan Trimmer 545186897 User Manual

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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 sécurité. Tout défaut de le faire  
pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.  
Poulan  
1030 Stevens Creek Road  
Augusta, GA 30907  
Poulan  
850 Matheson Blvd. West  
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4  
545186897 Rev. 3 3/3/09 BRW  
 
IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS  
Never allow children to operate this unit.  
Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of the reach of  
children.  
When servicing unit, use only identical replace-  
ment parts.  
Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before  
cleaning or servicing.  
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  
40:1 (2.5%).  
SAFETY RULES  
INSTRUCTION  
MANUAL  
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 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.  
SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE UNIT  
DANGER: Never use blades or flail-  
ing devices. This unit is designed for line trim-  
mer use only. Useof 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  
youneed assistance, contact your authorized  
service dealer or call 1--800--554--6723.  
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S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel  
spills.  
OPERATOR SAFETY  
S 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.  
S Always wear face or dust mask if operation  
is dusty.  
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from  
fueling site before starting engine.  
S Stop engine and allow to cool before re-  
moving fuel cap.  
S Always store gasoline in a container ap-  
proved for flammable liquids.  
CUTTING SAFETY  
S Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves,  
boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards  
is recommended.  
S Always wear foot protection. Do not go  
barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of  
spinning line.  
S 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.  
S Being fully covered also helps protect you  
from debris and pieces of toxic plants  
thrown by spinning line.  
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.  
S 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.  
S Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing and  
sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or  
hedge trimming.  
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-  
reach.  
S 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.  
S Wear hearing protection.  
S Never start or run inside a closed room or  
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.  
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.  
S Keep all parts of your body away from muffler  
and spinning line. Keep engine below waist  
level. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.  
S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on  
right side of the shield will throw debris away  
from the operator.  
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance except  
carburetor adjustments.  
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.  
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.  
S Look for and replace damaged or loose  
parts before each use. Look for and repair  
fuel leaks before use. Keepin good working  
condition.  
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE  
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-  
porting in vehicle.  
S Empty the fuel tank before storing or trans-  
porting the unit. Use upfuel left in the carbu-  
retor by starting the engine and letting it run  
until it stops.  
S Replace trimmer head parts that are  
chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in  
any other way before using the unit.  
S Maintain unit according to recommended pro-  
cedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.  
S Use only 0.095 inch (2,4 mm) diameter  
Poulan/WEED EATER brand replacement  
line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.  
S Install required shield properly before using  
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;  
make sure it is properly installed and securely  
fastened.  
S Store unit andfuelin area where fuelvapors  
cannot reach sparks or open flames from  
water heaters, electric motors or switches,  
furnaces, etc.  
S Store unit so line limiter blade cannot acci-  
dentally cause injury. The unit can be hung  
by the shaft.  
S Store unit out of reach of children.  
S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as  
shown in this manual.  
WARNING: The engine exhaust  
from this product contains chemicals known  
totheState of California to cause cancer, birth  
defects or other reproductive harm.  
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower  
end supported to prevent line from contact-  
ing any object.  
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-  
S Keep others away when making carburetor  
adjustments.  
S Use only recommended Poulan/WEED  
EATER accessories and replacement parts.  
S Have all maintenance and service not ex-  
plained in this manual performed by an au-  
thorized service dealer.  
FUEL SAFETY  
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.  
S Keep away from sparks or flames.  
S Use a container approved for fuel.  
S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or  
the unit.  
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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  
ATTACHING SHIELD  
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.  
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.  
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  
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 shielduntil bolt passes through hole  
in bracket.  
WARNING: When adjusting the assist  
handle, be sure it remains 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.  
4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.  
Wing Nut  
Bracket  
PIVOT  
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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.  
Muffler  
Assist Handle  
Safety Label  
Trimmer  
Head  
Shaft  
Shaft Mark or Arrow  
Spark Plug  
Shield  
Primer Bulb  
Throttle Trigger  
Fuel Mix Fill Cap  
Line Limiter Blade  
STOP  
Switch  
Choke Lever  
Starter Handle  
STOP SWITCH  
CHOKE  
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.  
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.  
PRIMER BULB  
The PRIMER BULB removes air from thecar-  
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 it to return to  
its original form.  
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.  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
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.  
CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in  
your unit. This will cause permanent engine  
damage and void the limited warranty.  
FUELING ENGINE  
FUEL REQUIREMENTS  
This engine requires the use of minimum 87  
octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline.  
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly  
when refueling.  
IMPORTANT  
HELPFUL TIP  
To obtain the correct oil mix  
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of  
2-cycle synthetic oil into  
one gallon of fresh gas.  
Use of alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or  
using ethanol or methanol) can cause major en-  
gine performance and durability problems.  
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.  
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. Poulan/WEED 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  
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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.  
HELPFUL TIP  
If your engine switch reads  
“push to stop”, it is always  
in the ON position.  
6. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying to  
start, move choke lever to HALF CHOKE  
position.  
7. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 6 pulls.  
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT  
S To stop the engine, push and hold the STOP  
switch in the STOP position until the engine  
stops.  
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.  
S If engine does not stop, move choke lever  
to FULL CHOKE position.  
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT  
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.  
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 COLD ENGINE (or a  
warm engine after running out of  
fuel)  
osition  
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.  
1. Set unit on a flat surface.  
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.  
3. Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE  
position.  
4. Allow engine to run 15 seconds, then  
move the choke lever to the RUN posi-  
tion.  
4. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold  
through all remaining steps.  
Prim
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.  
hoke  
ever  
Starter Handle  
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S The line will easily remove grass and  
weeds fromaround walls, fences, trees and  
flower beds, but it also can cut the tender  
bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences.  
S For trimming or scalping, use less than full  
throttle to increase line life and decrease  
head wear, especially:  
OPERATING POSITION  
ALWAYS WEAR:  
Eye protection  
S During light duty cutting.  
S Near objects around which the line can  
wrap such as small posts, trees or fence  
wire.  
S For mowing or sweeping, use full throttlefor  
a good clean job.  
Long pants  
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.  
Heavy shoes  
Trimming  
Cut from your left to your right.  
WARNING: Always 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.  
3 inches (8 cm)  
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  
tipof the linetostrike theground around trees,  
posts, monuments, etc. This technique in-  
creases line wear.  
Always release the throttle trigger and allow the  
engine to return to idle speed when not cutting.  
To stop engine:  
S Release the throttle trigger.  
S Push and hold the STOP switch in the  
STOP position until the engine stops.  
Scalping  
CUTTING METHODS  
WARNING: Use minimum speed  
and do not crowdthe linewhen cutting around  
hard objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.),  
whichcan damage thetrimmer head, become  
entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a  
serious hazard.  
S 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.  
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.  
Tip of the line  
does the cutting.  
Line crowded into  
work area.  
Mowing  
Right  
Wrong  
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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  
carburetor chamber when the cover is  
opened.  
WARNING: Disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance except  
for carburetor adjustments.  
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.  
HELPFUL TIP  
IMPORTANT: Have all  
repairs other than the rec-  
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.  
4. Allow filter to dry.  
5. Replace air filter and close cover.  
ommended maintenance  
described in the instruction  
manual performed by an  
authorized service dealer.  
Button  
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. It is your responsibility to maintain  
and perform general maintenance.  
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CHECK FOR LOOSE  
FASTENERS AND PARTS  
S Spark Plug Boot  
r  
S Air Filter  
S Housing Screws  
S Assist Handle Screw  
S Debris Shield  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR  
MUFFLER AND SPARK ARREST-  
ING SCREEN  
WORN PARTS  
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-  
placement of damaged or worn parts.  
S 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.  
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel  
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.  
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if  
debris shield is damaged.  
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.  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE-  
CALS  
S After each use, inspect complete unit for  
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and  
decals using a damp cloth with a milddeter-  
gent.  
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.  
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.  
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and  
discard.  
S 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.  
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark  
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch  
(19 mm) socket wrench.  
1. Clean the air filter cover and the area  
around it to keep dirt from falling into the  
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
2. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned  
REPLACING THE LINE  
holes. This will keep the shaft from turning  
while removing and installing trimmer head.  
For unit to operate properly, the cutting line  
should be replaced when line becomes worn  
toless than 3inches in length fromthe edge of  
each side of the cutting head.  
WARNING: Use only 0.095 inch (2,4  
mm) diameter Poulan brand cut length 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 guideholes  
on front of cutting head.  
Screwdriv
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  
Guide  
Hole  
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 benecessary if you  
notice any of the following conditions:  
S Engine will not idle when the throttle is  
released.  
Guide  
Hole  
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.  
4. Continue to feed line through the guide  
holes until the line is fully extended  
through the side exit holes.  
To adjust idle speed:  
Side Exit Hole  
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine  
runs without stalling (idle speed too slow).  
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to increase  
engine speed if engine stalls or dies.  
S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to  
decrease engine speed.  
Side Exit  
Hole  
Idle Speed Screw  
5. Pull ends of lineuntilline is tight. Correctly  
installed line will be the same length on  
both ends.  
Air Filter Cover  
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.  
If you require further assistanceor are unsure  
about performing this procedure, contact an  
authorized  
service  
dealer  
or  
call  
1--800--554--6723.  
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STORAGE  
Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer  
container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after  
adding stabilizer.  
WARNING: Perform the following  
steps after each use:  
S Allow engine to cool before storing or trans-  
porting.  
HELPFUL TIP  
S 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.  
S Store unit with all guards in place. Position  
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-  
dentally cause injury.  
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.  
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of  
children.  
ENGINE  
S 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.  
S Replace spark plug with new one of recom-  
mended type and heat range.  
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:  
S Clean the entire unit before lengthy  
storage.  
S Clean air filter.  
S Store in a clean dry area.  
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.  
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,  
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,  
or worn parts.  
FUEL SYSTEM  
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-  
TION section of this manual, see messagela-  
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-  
sohol in your engine.  
S At the beginning of the next season, use  
only fresh fuel having the proper gasolineto  
oil ratio.  
OTHER  
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.  
S Do not store gasoline from one season to  
another.  
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the  
recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.  
TROUBLE  
CAUSE  
REMEDY  
Engine will not  
start.  
1. Engine flooded.  
1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” in  
Operation Section.  
2. Fuel tank empty.  
3. Spark plug not firing.  
4. Fuel not reaching  
carburetor.  
2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.  
3. Install new spark plug.  
4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
5. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine will  
not idle  
properly.  
1. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
1. See “Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment”  
in Service and Adjustments Section.  
2. Crankshaft seals worn. 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
3. Compression low.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Air filter dirty.  
1. Clean or replace air filter.  
2. Clean or replace plug  
and regap.  
Engine will not  
accelerate,  
lacks power,  
or dies under  
a load.  
2. Spark plug fouled.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
5. Compression low.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine  
1. Fuel mixture incorrect. 1. Empty fuel tank and refill with  
correct fuel mixture.  
smokes  
excessively.  
2. Air filter dirty.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
2. Clean or replace air filter.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation  
section.  
Engine runs  
hot.  
2. Spark plug incorrect.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Carbon build-up on  
muffler outlet screen.  
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.  
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 costs.  
In the event you have a claim under this warran-  
ty, you must return the product to an authorized  
service dealer.  
2 YEARS - Parts and Labor, when used for  
household purposes.  
Should you have any unanswered questions  
concerning this warranty, please contact:  
Poulan, a division of Husqvarna  
Consumer Outdoor Products N.A., Inc.  
1030 Stevens Creek Road  
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,  
Augusta, GA 30907  
1--800--554--6723  
In Canada, contact:  
Poulan  
850 Matheson Blvd. West  
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 0B4  
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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.  
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.  
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-  
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 2009 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--roadengine.  
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 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,  
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 fromthe initial date of purchase. WHAT  
IS COVERED: REPAIR OR REPLACE-  
MENT OF PARTS. Repair or replacement of  
any warranted part will be performed at no  
charge to the owner at an approved Poulan  
servicing center. If you have any questions  
regarding your warranty rights and responsi-  
bilities, you should contact your nearest au-  
thorized service center, call Poulan at  
1--800--554--6723, or send e-mail correspon-  
dence  
to  
emission.warranty@HCOP--  
emission.com. WARRANTY PERIOD: Any  
warranted part which is not scheduled for re-  
placement as requiredmaintenance, 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 maintenanceshallbe 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: Pou-  
lan 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, 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 nearest authorized  
service center, call Poulan at 1--800--554--6723,  
or send e-mail correspondence to emission.  
warranty@HCOP--emission.com.  
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WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:  
Warranty services or repairs shall be provided  
at all Poulan service centers. Call:  
1--800--554--6723 or send e-mail correspon-  
dence to emission.warranty @HCOP--emis-  
sion.com. MAINTENANCE, REPLACE-  
MENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION  
RELATED PARTS: Any Poulan approved re-  
placement part used in the performance of  
any warranty maintenance or repair on emis-  
sion related parts will be provided without  
charge to the owner if the part is under war-  
ranty. EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY  
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.  
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:  
Moderate (50 hours)  
Intermediate (125 hours)  
Extended (300 hours)  
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