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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Dis connect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT: Have all
repairs other than the rec-
ommended maintenance
described in theins truction
manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.
If any dealer other than an authorized
service dealer performs work on the
product, Poulan PRO may not pay for
repairs under warranty. It is your r e-
sponsibility to maintain and perform
general maintenance.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERSAND PARTS

SSpark Plug Boot
SAir Filter
SHousing Screws
SAssist Handle Screw
SDebris Shield

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
SON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly by pushing and
releasing the switch. Make sure engine
stops. Wait5 s econds before attempting to
restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart
engineand c ontinue.
SFuel Tank-- Discontinue use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
SDebris Shield --D iscontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.

INSPECTAND CLEAN UNIT AND DE-

CALS

SAfter each use, inspect complete unit for
looseor damaged parts. Cleanthe unit and
decalsusing a damp c loth with a mild deter-
gent.
SWipeoff unit w ith 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 ev ery
5hour s of operation.
1. Cleanthe cover and the area ar ound it to
keep dirt from falling into the carburetor
chamber when the cover is removed.
2. Loosen knob by turning counterclock-
wise.Remove air filter cov er and air filter.
NOTE: Toav oid creating a fire hazard or
producingharmful ev aporative emissions, do
notc leanf ilter in gasoline or other flammable
solvent.
3. Washthe filter in soap and water.
4. Allowfilter to dry.
5. Replaceparts.
ir Filter
Air Filter Cover
Knob

INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK

ARRESTING SCREEN

WARNING : Themuffler on this prod-
uct contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
Asy our unit is used, carbon deposits build up
onthe muffler and spark arresting screen and
mustbe removed to av oid creating a fire haz-
ard or affecting engine performance.
For normal homeowner use, the muffler and
spark arresting screen will not require any
service. After 50 hours of us e, we recom-
mend that your muffler be serviced or re-
placed by an authorized service dealer.

REPLACE SPARKPLUG

Replace the spark plug each year to ensure
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set
spark plug gap at 0.025 inch (0.6 mm). Igni-
tion timing is fixed and nonadjustable.
NOTE: This spark ignition system complies
with the Canadian standard ICES--002.
1. Twist,then pull off spark plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and
discard.
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark
plugand t ighten securely with a 3/4 inch
(19 mm) socket wrench.
4. Reinstallthe spark plugboot.