Poulan 530088777 manual Spool Replacement, Carburetor Adjustment, Spark Plug, Ignition Timing

NOTE: A metal insert is located in the exit hole. As your unit wears from use, you can re- install this insert upside down to provide a new surface for the exit of the line from the trimmer head.

WARNING: When installing the metal insert, you must install from the inside of the trim- mer head. If installed on the outside of the trim- mer head, this insert can fly off and become a dangerous missile.

Metal Insert

S Once line is passed through the exit hole, place the spool in the trimmer head. Press the spool down and turn it until it locks down and does not pop up when you release it.

SMake sure the line is not caught between the rim of the spool and the wall of the trimmer head.

SReplace the tap button, and place the lock ring onto the trimmer head.

S Align the lock ring over the catches on the trimmer head. Push the ring down and turn un- til catches lock into place.

Catch

Catch

Lock

Tab

Catch Catch

SMake sure the lock ring is securely fastened by pulling on it and twisting it in both direc- tions.

WARNING: All catches must be fas- tened and lock tab latched in the lock ring. If installed incorrectly, lock ring can fly off and be- come a dangerous missile.

S Pull the line extending from the trimmer head. This will allow the spool to release from the locked position.

SPOOL REPLACEMENT

Replace the spool when the square corners on the lugs are rounded off, reduced in size, or bro- ken. Follow instructions under REPLACING THE LINE for removing and installing the spool.

Normal lug	Worn
	Lug

We recommend all service and adjustments not listed in this manual be performed by an Authorized Service Dealer.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps. Damage will occur if you turn the needles be- yond the limiter caps. Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task. We recommend that you take your unit to an Authorized Service Dealer.

SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plug yearly with a Champion RCJ-8Y plug; spark plug gap is 0.025 inches.

IGNITION TIMING

Ignition timing is fixed, non-adjustable.

Need Assistance?

Call 1-800-554-6723 for assistance.

Need Service Parts?

Contact your dealer or call 1-800-554-6723.

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