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Poulan 545186845 instruction manual Service and Adjustments, Muffler and Spark ARREST- ING Screen

Models: 545186845

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Air Filter

Knob

Air Filter Cover

MUFFLER AND SPARK ARREST- ING SCREEN

WARNING: The muffler on this prod- uct contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.

As your unit is used, carbon deposits build up on the muffler and spark arresting screen. For normal homeowner use, however, the muffler

and spark arresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recom- mend that your muffler be serviced or re- placed by your authorized service dealer.

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace the spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. Inspect spark plug every 25 hours of usage. Clean and/or replace as necessary. Set spark plug gap at 0.025 inch (0.6 mm). Ignition tim- ing 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 (19 mm) socket wrench.

4.Reinstall the spark plug boot.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

REPLACING THE LINE

1. Press the tabs on the side of the trimmer

 

head and remove cover and spool.

Cover

 

Spool

TabTab

2. Remove any remaining line.

3. Clean dirt and debris from all parts. Re-

place spool if it is worn or damaged.

4. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or re- place line using a 25 feet (8 meters) length of 0.080 inch (2 mm) diameter Poulan PRO brand line.

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

5. When installing new line on an existing spool, hold the spool as shown.

6. Bend the line at the midpoint and insert the bend into the slot in the center rim of the spool. Ensure line snaps into position in the slot.

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545186845 specifications

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