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6. Reinstall spark arresting screen, exhaust
outlet cover,and nut.Tighten nutsecurely.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
The spark plug should be replaced each
year to ensure the engine starts easier and
runs better. Ignition timing is fixed and non-
adjustable.
1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.
2. Remove the cylinder cover.
3. Pull off the spark plug boot.
4. Remove spark plug from cylinder and
discard.
5. Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark
plug and tightensecurely with a
3
/
4
inch
(19mm) socket wrench. Spark pluggap
should be 0.025 inch (0,6 mm).
6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3
screws. Tighten securely.
Spark
Plug
Cylinder
Cover
Spark
Plug Boot
REPLACE FUEL FILT ER
To replace fuel filter, drain your unit by run-
ning it dry of fuel. Remove fuel cap and its
connected retainer from tank. Pull filter from
tank and remove from line. Replace and re-
assemble.
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
See CHAIN TENSION in ASSEMBLY s ec-
tion.
CHAIN SHARPENING
Chain sharpening is a complicated task and
requires special tools. We recommend that
you refer chain sharpening toa professional
chain sharpener.
CARBURETOR ADJUST MEN T
WARNING: Thechainwillbemoving
during most of this procedure. Wear your
protective equipment and observe all safety
precautions.Thechainmustnotmoveatidle
speed.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the
factory. Adjustments may be necessary if
you notice any of the following conditions:
S Chain moves at idle.See IDLE SPEED--T
adjusting procedure.
S Saw willnot idle.SeeIDLESPEED--T ad-
justing procedure.
Idle Speed--T
Allow engine to idle. If the chain moves, idle is
toofast. Iftheenginestalls,idleis tooslow. Ad-
just speed until engine runs without chain
movement (idle too fast) or stalling (idle too
slow). The idle speed screw is located in the
area above the primer bulb and is labeled T.
S Turn idle screw (T) clockwise to increase
engine speed.
S Turn idle screw (T) counterclockwise to
decrease engine speed.
If you require further assistance or are unsure
about performing t his procedure, contact your
authorized service dealer or call our customer
assistance help line at 1--800--554--6723.
STORAGE
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Allow the engine to cool, and secure the
unit before storing or transporting.
S Store chain saw and fuel in a well venti-
latedarea wherefuelvapors cannotreach
sparks o ropenflames fromwaterheaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces,etc.
S Store chain saw with all guards in place
and position chain saw so that any sharp
object cannot accidentally cause injury.
S Store chain saw well out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepareyourunitforstorageattheendofthe
season or if itwill not beused for 30days or
more.
If your chain saw is to be stored for a period
of time:
S Clean saw thoroughly before storage.
S Store in a clean dry area.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces and
guide bar.
S Oil thechainand wrap itin heavy paper or
cloth.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION section of this manua l, see message
labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of
gasohol in your chain saw.
Fuelstabilizeris anacceptablealternativein
minimizing the formation of fuel gum depos-
itsduringstorage.Addstabilizerto thegaso-
line inthe fueltank or fuel storagecontainer.
Follow themix instructions foundonstabiliz-
ercontainers. Runengine at least 5minutes
after adding stabilizer.
Poulan/Weed Eater 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil
(air cooled) is blended with fuel stabilizer. If
youdonotusethisoil,youcanaddafuelsta-
bilizer to your fuel tank.