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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing m aintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORT ANT: H ave all
repairs other than the rec-
ommended maintenance
described in the instruction
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 re-
sponsibility to ma intain and perform
general maintenance.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PART S
S Spark Plug Boot
S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle Screw
S Debris Shield
S Blade Nut
CHECK FOR DAMA GED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S ON/STOP Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly by pushing and
releasing the switch. Make sure engine
stops. Wait 5 seconds before attempting to
restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart
engine and continue.
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is dam aged.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
looseor damagedparts. Clean theunitand
labels using adamp cloth with a milddeter-
gent.
S Wipe 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 thecover andthe areaaround 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
producingharmful evaporative em issions,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.
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Air Filter Cover
Air Filter
MUFFLER AND SPARK ARREST-
ING SCREEN
WARNING: T he muf fler on this prod-
uct contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer .
As your unitis used, carbon deposits buildup
on the muffler and spark arresting screen.
For normal homeowner use, however , the
mufflerand spark arresting screen will not re-
quire any service. After 50 hours of use, we
recommend that your m uffler be serviced or
replaced by your authorized service dealer.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
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.
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 m m) socket wrench.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
EDGER BLADE MAINTENANCE
WARNING: The blade will continue
to spin after the engine stops or after the
throttle trigger has been released. To avoid
serious injury, make sure the blade has
stopped coasting and disconnect the spark
plug before performing work on the blade.
WARNING: Always replace a blade
that is bent, warped, cracked, broken, or
damaged in any other way. Never attempt to
straighten and reuse a damaged blade. Use
only specified replacement blade. Wear pro-
tective gloves when handling or performing
maintenance onthebladetohelpavoidinjury .
S The blade is reversible. When the cutting
edge on one side becomes worn, turn the
blade over (see BLADE REPLACEMENT
in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
section).
S Check blade for flatness periodically. Lay
the blade on a flat surface to inspect for
flatness.Throwaway abladethatisnotflat.