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MUFFLER AND SPARK ARREST-
ING SCREEN
WARNING: The muffler on this prod-
uct contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer .
As your unit is used, carbondeposits build up
on the muffler and spark arresting screen.
For normal homeowner use, however , the
muffler andspark arresting screen will n ot 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
Replacet hespar kplugeac hy eartoens ure
the engine starts easier and runs better.
Inspec tspark plugev ery 25hoursofusage.
Cleanand/or replaceas necessary.Setspark
plug gap at 0.025 inch (0.6 mm). Ignition tim-
ing is fixed and nonadjustable.
1. Twist, then pull of f 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.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
REPLACING THE LINE
1. Press the tabs on the side of the trimmer
head an d remove cover and spool.
Tab
Cover
Tap Button
2. Remove any remaining line.
3. Clean dirt and debris from all parts. Re-
place spool if it is worn or damaged.
4. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or re-
place line using a 25 feet (8 meters)
length of 0.080 inch (2 mm) diameter
Poulan PRO brand line.
5. When installing new line on an existing
spool, hold the spool as shown in the il-
lustration below.
6. Bend the line at the m idpoint and insert
the bend into the slot in the center rim of
the spool. Ensure linesnaps into position
in the slot.
Slot
Spool
7. With your finger between the lines, wrap
the lines evenly and firmly around the
spool in a clockwise direction.
8. Position the lines in the guide slots.
Guide
Slot
Guide Slot
9. Insert the ends of the lines through exit
holes in the sides of the cover.
10. Place the spool in the cover.
Spool
Cover
11. Make sure the lines are not caught be-
tween the rim of thespool and the wall of
the cover.
12. Reinstall the spool and cover onto the
trimmerhead.Push untilcover snapsinto
place.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: K eepothers away when
making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer
head or any optional attachment will be spin-
ningduringmostofthis procedure. Wearyour
protective equipment and observe all safety
precautions. After m aking adjustments, the
trimmer head or any optional attachment
must not move/spin at idle speed.
The carburetor has been carefully set at the
factory .Adjustments maybenecessary ifyou
notice any of the following conditions: