Poulan 530163731 Check for Loose Fasteners and Parts, Check for Damaged or Worn Parts

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

SSpark Plug Boot S Air Filter

S Housing Screws

S Assist Handle Screw S Debris Shield

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.

SON/OFF Switch -- Ensure ON/OFF switch functions properly by moving the switch to the OFF position. Make sure engine stops;

then restart engine and continue.

SFuel 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.

1. Clean the cover and the area around it to keep dirt from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed.

2. Remove parts by pressing button to re- lease air filter cover.

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.Add a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze the filter to distribute oil.

6.Replace parts.

Button AirFilter

Air Filter

Cover

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA- BELS

S After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter- gent.

SWipe 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.

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. Ignition 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 socket wrench.

4.Reinstall the spark plug boot.

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 Poulan/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.

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