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STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move the ON/OFF switch to the ON posi-
tion.
SERVICE
WARNING: Ensure ON/OFF switch
is in the OFF position and 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 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-
spons ibility to maintain and perform
general maintenance.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Thewarranty on thisunit does notcoveritems
that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, the operator must maintain unit as
instructed in this manual. Various adjust-
ments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Spark Plug Boot
• Air Filter
• Housing Screws
CHECK FO R DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
• ON/OFF Switch -- Ensure ON/OFF switch
functions properly by moving theswitch tothe
OFF position. Make sure engine stops; then
restart engine and continue.
• Fuel Tank -- Do not use unit if fuel tank shows
signs of damage or leaks.
• Gearbox -- Do not use if the gearbox shows
signs of damageor leaks. After 50 hours of
use, we recommend that your gearbox be
serviced by an authorized service dealer.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
• Before and after each use, inspect com-
plete unit for loose or damaged parts. After
each use, clean th
e unit and labels using a
damp cloth with a mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
Air Filter
Cover
Air Filter
7. Once the engine starts, allow engine to run
10 to 30 seconds, then pull trigger to op-
erate. Choke lever will automatically move
to RUN position.
NOTE:
If the engine doesn’t start after 6 pulls
(at the HALF CHOKE position), check to ma-
ke sure the ON/OFF switch is in the ON posi-
tion. Move the choke lever to the FULL CH-
OKE position andpress theprimer bulb 6 tim-
es; pull the starter rope 2 more times.
Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE
position and pull the starter rope until the
engine runs, but no more than 6 more pulls.
If the engine still doesn’t start, it is probably
flooded. Proceed to STARTING A FLOOD-
ED ENGINE.
NOTE:
If engine dies with the choke lever
in the RUN position, move the
choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position
and pull the rope until the engine runs, but
no more than 6 pulls.
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 10 times.
5.
3. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
4. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,
but no more than 5 pulls.
Once the engine starts, allow engine to
run 10 seconds, then pull trigger to
operate. Choke lever will automatically
move to RUN position
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by placing
the ON/OFF switch inthe ONposition andthe
choke lever in the RUN position;
then, pull the rope to clear the engine of excess
fuel. Starting could require pulling the starter
rope many times depending on how badly the
unit is flooded. If the unit still doesn’t start, refer
to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-554-6723.
NOTE:
If engine has not started, pull start-
er rope 5 more pulls. If engine still does not
run, it is probably flooded. Proceed to STAR-
TING A FLOODED ENGINE.
5. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
starts.
6. Pull starter rope sharply until engine