Poulan 952711961 Replacing the Trimmer Head, Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment, Seasonal Storage

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REPLACING THE TRIMMER HEAD

1.Hold the dust cup with a wrench to keep the shaft from turning while removing and installing trimmer head.

Dust Cup

2.Remove trimmer head by turning coun- terclockwise (looking from bottom of unit).

3.Thread replacement trimmer head onto the shaft by turning clockwise. Only tighten hand tight!

CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT

WARNING: Keep others away when making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer head or any optional attachment will be spin- ning during most of this procedure. Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety precautions. After making adjustments, the trimmer head or any optional attachment must not move/spin at idle speed.

The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory. Adjustments may be necessary if you notice any of the following conditions:

S Engine will not idle when the throttle is released.

S The trimmer head or any optional attachment moves/spins at idle.

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.

To adjust idle speed:

Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine runs without trimmer head or any optional at- tachment moving or spinning (idle too fast) or engine stalling (idle speed too slow).

STurn idle speed screw clockwise to increase engine speed if engine stalls or dies.

STurn idle speed screw counterclockwise to decrease engine speed if trimmer head or any optional attachment moves or spins at idle.

WARNING: Recheck the idle speed after each adjustment. The trimmer head or any optional attachment must not move or spin at idle speed to avoid serious injury to the operator or others.

Idle Speed Screw

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:

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.

SLightly 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.

Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Table of Contents Identification of Safety SymbolsIdentification of Safety Symbols Operator Safety Safety RulesOptional Attachments Unit / Maintenance Safety Fuel SafetyLine Trimmer Safety Transporting and StorageEdger Safety BLOWER/VACUUM SafetyBrushcutter Safety HandlebarHedge Trimmer Safety Cultivator SafetyPole Pruner Safety Snow Thrower Safety High speed causing injuryCard blades that are bent, warped, cracked or broken HeadAssembly Installing Trimmer ATTACH- MentAdjusting the Assist Handle Attaching ShieldOperation HOW to Stop Your Unit HOW to Start Your UnitInstalling Optional ATTACH- Ments Starting a Flooded EngineOperating Position Trimmer Line AdvanceCutting Methods Locking/Release Button in Primary HoleMaintenance Inspect and Clean Unit and LabelsClean AIR Filter Check for Loose Fasteners and PartsService and Adjustments Muffler and Spark ARREST- ING ScreenReplace Spark Plug Replacing the LineSlot Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment Replacing the Trimmer HeadSeasonal Storage Fuel SystemTroubleshooting Table EngineOther Trouble Cause RemedyLimited Warranty Canada, contactPoulan PRO Ligations The U.S. EnvironmentalNANCE, Replacement and Repair

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