Poulan XT 600 Clean AIR Filter, Check for Loose, Fasteners and Parts, Check for Damaged or, Cals

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.

	WARNING: Disconnect the spark	CLEAN AIR FILTER
		A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-
plug before performing maintenance except		ance and increases fuel consumption and
for carburetor adjustments.		harmful emissions. Always clean after every
CHECK FOR LOOSE		5 hours of operation.
FASTENERS AND PARTS		1.	Clean the cover and the area around it to
			keep dirt from falling into the carburetor
S	Spark Plug Boot
			chamber when the cover is removed.
S	Air Filter
		2.	Remove parts as illustrated.
S	Housing Screws
		NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or
S	Assist Handle Screw
		producing harmful evaporative emissions, do
S	Debris Shield
		not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
		solvent.
WORN PARTS		3.	Wash the filter in soap and water.
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-		4.	Allow filter to dry.
placement of damaged or worn parts.		5.	Add a few drops of oil to the filter;
S ON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP			squeeze the filter to distribute oil.
	switch functions properly by pushing and	6.	Replace parts.
	releasing the switch. Make sure engine			Air Filter
	stops. Wait 5 seconds before attempting to
	restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart				Screws
	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			Air Filter Cover
	debris shield is damaged.
		REPLACE SPARK PLUG
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE-
		Replace the spark plug each year to ensure
CALS
		the engine starts easier and runs better. Set
S After each use, inspect complete unit for		spark plug gap at 0.025 in. Ignition timing is
	loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and	fixed and nonadjustable.
	decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter-	1.	Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
	gent.	2.	Remove spark plug from cylinder and
S	Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.		discard.
		3.	Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark
			plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
			socket wrench.
		4.	Reinstall the spark plug boot.

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