Poulan XT 600 Replacing the Line, Replacing the Cutting Head, Carburetor Adjustment, Fuel System

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REPLACING THE LINE

1.Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap button.

2.Clean entire surface of hub and spool.

3.Replace with a pre-wound spool, or cut two lengths of 12-1/2feet of 0.080! (2 mm) di- ameter Weed Eaterr brand line.

WARNING: Never use wire, rope, string, etc., which can break off and become a dangerous missile.

4.Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1 cm) into the small holes on the inside of spool.

Spool

Small

Holes

Line exit holes

 

Line in Notch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Line in Notch

Hub

5.Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the spool. Wind in the direction of the arrows found on the spool.

6.Push the lines into the notches, leaving 3 to 5 inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.

7.Insert the lines into the the exit holes in the hub as shown in the illustration.

8.Align the notches with the line exit holes.

9.Push spool into hub until it snaps into place.

10.Pull the lines extending outside of the hub to release the lines from the notches.

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 turn- ing while removing and installing trimmer head.

Screwdriver

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

Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps. Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task. We recommend that you take your unit to an au- thorized service dealer. Damage will occur if you turn the needles beyond the limiter stops.

WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use:

SAllow engine to cool before storing or trans-

porting.

SStore 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.

SStore unit with all guards in place. Position

unit so that any sharp object cannot acci- dentally cause injury.

SStore 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: S Clean the entire unit before lengthy

storage.

SStore in a clean dry area.

S 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. Fol- low the mix instructions found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer.

ENGINE

SRemove 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.

SReplace spark plug with new one of recom- mended type and heat range.

SClean air filter.

S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Operator Safety Unit / Maintenance SafetyFuel Safety Eye Protection Hazard ZoneCutting Safety Adjusting the HandleTransporting and Storage Attaching ShieldON/OFF Switch HOW to Stop Your UnitKnow Your Trimmer Primer BulbHOW to Start Your Unit Starting a Warm EngineStarting a Flooded Engine Operating PositionTrimmer Line Advance Cutting MethodsClean AIR Filter Inspect and Clean Unit and DECheck for Loose Fasteners and PartsCarburetor Adjustment Replacing the LineReplacing the Cutting Head Seasonal StorageTroubleshooting Table Other Trouble Cause RemedyAgency and POULAN/WEED EATER, Divi