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REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set
spark plug gapat 0.025 inch. Ignition timing 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
socket wrench.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
REPLACING THE LINE
1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap
button.
2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool.
3. Replacewith apre-w ound spool,or cut tw o
lengths of
12-1/2
feet of 0.080
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(2 mm) di-
ameter Poulan PRO
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brand line.
WARNING:
Never use wire, rope,
string, etc., which canbreak offand become a
dangerous missile.
4. Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1
cm) into the small holes on the inside of
spool.
Small
Holes
Spool
Hub
Line in Notch
Line in Notch
Line exit holes
5. Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the
spool. Wind in the direction of the arrows
found on the spool.
6. Push the lines into the notches, leaving 3
to 5 inches (7 -- 12 cm) unwound.
7. Insert the lines into the the exit hol es in
the hub as shown in the illustration.
8. Align the notches with the line exit holes.
9. Push spool into hub until it snaps into
place.
10. Pull thelines extending outside ofthehub
to release the lines from the notches.
REPLACING THE CUTTING HEAD
1. Align hole in the dust cup with the hole in
the side of the gearbox by rotating the
dust cup.
2. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned
holes. This will keep the shaft from turn-
ing while removing and installing trimmer
head.
Screwdriver
3. While holding thescrewdriver inposition,
remove trimmer head by turning clock-
wise.
4. Thread replacement trimmer head onto
the shaft by turning counterclockwise.
Tighten until secure.
5. Remove the screwdriver.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING:
Keep others away when
making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer
head will be spinning during this procedure.
Wear your protective equipment andobserve
all safety precautions.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the
factory.Adjustments maybenecessary ifyou
notice any of the following conditions:
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Engine will not idle when the throttle is
released.
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 byhand while running and making ad-
justments. Keep all parts of your body away
from the cutting attachment and muffler.
Idle Speed Adjustment
Allow engine toidle. Adjust speed until engine
runs without stalling (idle speed too slow).
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Turn idle speed screw clockwise to
increase engine speed if engine stalls or
dies.
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Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to
decrease engine speed.
Idle Speed
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If yourequire further assistance orareunsure
about performing this procedure, contact an
authorized service dealer or call
1--800--554--6723.