Poulan 545154698 Trimmer User Manual


 
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Scalping
MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal for mowing
in places conventional lawn m owers cannot
reach. In the mowing position, keep the line
parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the
head into the ground as this can scalp the
ground and damage the tool.
Mowing
SWEEPING -- Thefanning action ofthe rotat-
inglinecanbeusedtoblow away loosedebris
from an area. Keep the line parallel to and
above the area surface and swing the tool
from side to side.
Sweeping
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT: Have all
repairs other than the rec-
ommended maintenance
described in the instruction
manual p erformed b y an
authorized service dealer.
If any dealer other than an authorized
service dealer performs work on the
product, Poulan PRO may not pay f o r
repairs under warranty. It is your re-
sponsibility to maintain and perform
general maintenance.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS A ND PARTS
S Spark Plug Boot
S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle Screw
S Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S ON/OFF Switch -- Ensure ON/OFF switch
functions properly by moving the switch to
the OFF position. Make sure engine stops;
then restart engine and continue.
S Fuel Tank -- D iscontinue use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
INSPECT AND CLEANUNIT ANDDE-
CALS
S After each use, i nspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
decals u sing a damp cloth w ith a mild deter-
gent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dr y cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine per form-
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 r e-
lease air filt er cover.
NOTE: To avoid c reating a fire hazard or
producing harmful evaporative emissions, d o
not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable
solvent.
3. Wash the filter in soap and w ater.
4. Allow filter to dry.
5. Replace parts.
Button
Air Filter Cover
Air Filter