Poulan PP136E instruction manual Service and Adjustments

SDebris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE- CALS

S After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and decals 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.

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.Replace parts.

Button

Air Filter

Air Filter Cover

INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK ARRESTING 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 and must be removed to avoid 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 use, we recom- mend that your muffler be serviced or re- placed by an authorized service dealer.

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace the spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. In- spect 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

Tab

Tap Button

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 15 feet (4.5 meters) length of 0.095 inch (2.4 mm) diameter Poulan PRO brand line.

5.When installing new line on an existing spool, hold the spool as shown in the il- lustration below.

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.

Slot

Spool

7.With your finger between the lines, wrap the lines evenly and firmly around the spool in a clockwise direction.

8.Position the lines in the guide slots.

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