Poulan Blower 545146905 User Manual

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PPB430VS  
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WARNING:  
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using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
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Poulan PRO  
1030 Stevens Creek Road  
Augusta, GA 30907  
Poulan PRO  
5855 Terry Fox Way  
Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4  
545146905 Rev. 5 9/1/07 BRW  
 
IDENTIFICATION OF SAFETY SYMBOLS  
When using the vacuum attachment, the unit is designed to pick up dry  
material such as leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper. Do not  
vacuum stones, gravel, metal, broken glass, etc., to avoid severe dam-  
age to the impeller.  
WARNING: Fire hazard. Never mix, pour, or store gasoline or  
use the unit near a flame or sparks (including smoking, open flames, or  
work that can cause sparks).  
SAFETY RULES  
D Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.  
Keep loose hair, loose clothing, fingers, and  
all other parts of the body away from openings  
and moving parts. Hair, jewelry, loose cloth-  
ing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps,  
ties, tassels, etc., can be caught in moving  
parts.  
WARNING: Failure to follow all  
Safety Rules and Precautions can result in  
serious injury.  
KNOW YOUR UNIT  
S Read your instruction manual carefully until  
you completely understand and can follow  
all warnings and safety rules before operat-  
ing the unit.  
D Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, up-  
set, or if you are under the influence of alco-  
hol, drugs, or medication.  
D Keep children, bystanders, and animals  
away from work area a minimum of 30 feet  
(10 meters) when starting or operating unit.  
Do not point the blower nozzle in the direc-  
tion of people or pets.  
D Restrict unit to users who understand and  
will follow all warnings and safety rules in  
this manual.  
WARNING: Inspect area before start-  
ing unit. Remove all debris and hard objects  
such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can rico-  
chet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or  
damage during operation.  
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION, IT IS  
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE  
D Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (in-  
cluding smoking, open flames, or work that  
can cause sparks) intheareas where fuelis  
mixed, poured, or stored.  
Use your unit as a blower for:  
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Sweeping debris or grass clippings from  
driveways, sidewalks, patios, etc.  
Blowing grass clippings, straw, or leaves into  
piles, around joints, or between bricks.  
D
D Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store  
fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use  
an approved, marked container for all fuel  
purposes.  
Use your unit as a vacuum for:  
D
D
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Picking up dry material such as leaves,  
grass, small twigs, and bits of paper.  
For best results during vacuum use, operate  
your unit at high speed.  
Move slowly back and forth over the mate-  
rial as you vacuum. Avoid forcing the unit  
intoa pile of debris as this can clog theunit.  
Keep the vacuum tube about an inch above  
the ground for best results.  
D Do not smoke while handling fuel or while  
operating the unit.  
D Make sure the unit is properly assembled  
and in good operating condition.  
D Do not fill fuel tank while engine is hot or  
running.  
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D Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills  
before starting engine.  
PLAN AHEAD  
D Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from  
fuel and fueling site before starting engine.  
D Always store gasoline in a container ap-  
proved for flammable liquids.  
D Always wear eye protection when operat-  
ing, servicing, or performing maintenance  
on unit. Wearing eye protection will help to  
prevent rocks or debris from being blown or  
ricocheting into eyes and face which can  
result in blindness and/or serious injury.  
Eye protection should be marked Z87.  
D Always wear foot protection. Do not go  
barefoot or wear sandals.  
OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY  
WARNING: Stop the engine before  
opening the vacuum inlet door. The engine  
must be stopped and the impeller blades no  
longer turning to avoid serious injury from the  
rotating blades.  
D Always wear respirator or face mask when  
working with unit in dusty environments.  
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D Inspect unit before each use for worn,  
loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not  
use until unit is in proper working order.  
D Keep outside surfaces free of oil and fuel.  
D Never start or run engine inside a closed  
room, building or other unventilated area.  
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.  
D To avoid static electricity discharge, do not  
wear rubber gloves or any other insulated  
gloves while operating unit.  
D Do not set unit on any surface except a  
clean, hard area while engine is running.  
Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass,  
etc. could be picked up by the air intake and  
thrown out through discharge opening,  
damaging unit, property, or causing serious  
injury to bystanders or operator.  
D Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use  
in unventilated areas or where explosive  
vapors or carbon monoxide build up could  
be present.  
D Do not overreach or use from unstable sur-  
faces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes,  
rooftops, etc. Keep firmfooting andbalance  
at all times.  
D Never place objects inside the blower  
tubes; always direct the blowing debris  
away frompeople, animals, glass, andsolid  
objects such as trees, automobiles, walls,  
etc. The forceof aircan causerocks, dirt, or  
sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can  
hurt people or animals, break glass, or  
cause other damage.  
D Never run unit without the proper equip-  
ment attached. When using your unit as a  
blower, always install blower tubes. When  
using your unit as a vacuum, always install  
vacuum tubes and vacuum bag assembly.  
Make sure vacuum bag assembly is com-  
pletely zipped.  
D Check air intake opening, blower tubes,  
vacuum tubes, and elbow tube frequently,  
always with engine stopped and spark plug  
disconnected. Keep vents and discharge  
tubes free of debris which can accumulate  
and restrict proper air flow.  
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY  
WARNING: Disconnect spark plug be-  
fore performing maintenance except for carbu-  
retor adjustments.  
D Have all maintenance other than the rec-  
ommended procedures described in the in-  
struction manual performed by an autho-  
rized service dealer.  
D Use only recommended Poulan PRO re-  
placement parts; use of any other parts  
may void your warranty and cause damage  
to your unit.  
D Empty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use  
up fuel left in carburetor by starting engine and  
letting it run until it stops.  
D Do not use any accessory or attachment  
other than those recommended by manufac-  
turer for use with your unit.  
D Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area  
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an  
open flame from hot water heaters, electric  
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.  
D Store in a dry area out of reach of children.  
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-  
tions through prolonged use of gasoline pow-  
ered hand tools could cause blood vessel or  
nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and  
joints of people prone to circulation disorders  
or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold  
weather has beenlinked to blood vesseldam-  
age in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms  
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of  
strength, change in skin color or texture, or  
loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,  
discontinue the use of this tool and seek  
medical attention. An antivibration system  
does not guarantee the avoidance of these  
problems. Users who operate power tools on  
a continual and regular basis must monitor  
closely their physical condition and the condi-  
tion of this tool.  
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped  
with a temperature limiting muffler and spark  
arresting screen which meets the require-  
ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All  
U.S. forest land and the states of California,  
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ore-  
gon, and Washington require by law that  
many internal combustion engines be  
equipped witha spark arresting screen. If you  
operatein alocalewhere such regulations ex-  
ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining  
the operating condition of these parts. Failure  
to do so is a violation of the law. Refer to the  
MAINTENANCE section for information on  
maintenance of the muffler and spark arrest-  
ing screen.  
D Never place any object in the air intake open-  
ing as this could restrict proper air flow and  
cause damage to the unit.  
D Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-  
ers, or other substances which may contain  
toxic materials.  
D To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf  
or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits,  
ashtrays, etc.  
D Use only for jobs explained in this manual.  
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ASSEMBLY  
HIGH--SPEED NOZZLE ASSEMBLY  
WARNING: Stop engine and be sure  
the impeller blades have stopped turning be-  
fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at-  
tempting to insert or remove the vacuum or  
blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause  
serious injury. Always disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance or ac-  
cessing movable parts.  
When greater air speed is desired, use the  
high--speed nozzle.  
1. Align the slots on the nozzle with the tabs  
on the lower blower tube.  
High--Speed  
Nozzle  
WARNING: If you receive your unit  
assembled, check each step to insure your  
unit is properly assembled and all fasteners  
are secure. Follow all safety information in  
the manual and on the unit.  
Lower Blower  
Tab  
Tube  
Slot  
2. Slide the nozzle onto the lower blower tube.  
3. Turn the nozzle clockwise until a click is  
felt to secure the nozzle to the lower blow-  
er tube.  
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A standard screwdriver is required for as-  
sembly.  
VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY  
1. Open the zipper on the vacuum bag and  
insert the elbow tube.  
BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY  
1. Align the slots on the lower blower tube  
with the tabs on the upper blower tube.  
2. Push the small end of the elbow tube  
through the small opening in the bag.  
Elbow  
Upper Blower Tube  
Rib  
Tube  
Lower Blower Tube  
Tab  
Slot  
2. Slide the lower blower tube onto the upper  
blower tube.  
3. Turn the lower blower tube clockwise until  
a click is felt to secure the lower blower  
tube to the upper blower tube.  
Zipper  
Opening  
Small Opening  
NOTE: Make sure edge of the small opening  
is flush against the flared area of the elbow  
tube, and the rib on the elbow tube is on the  
bottom.  
NOTE: When the upper and lower blower  
tubes are assembled together properly, the  
arrows on both tubes will be aligned.  
3. Close the zipper onthe bag. Make surethe  
zipper is closed completely.  
4. Remove blower tubes from engine.  
Rib  
4. Align the rib on the upper blower tube with  
the groove in the blower outlet; slide the  
tube into place.  
Groove  
NOTE: Knob must be loose enough to allow  
blower tubes to be inserted in blower outlet.  
Loosen knob by turning counterclockwise.  
Blower
5. Insert theelbow tube into the blower outlet.  
Make sure elbow tube rib is aligned with  
the blower outlet groove.  
6. Turn knob clockwiseto secure elbow tube.  
VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY  
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WARNING: Stop engine and be sure  
the impeller blades have stopped turning be-  
fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at-  
tempting to insert or remove the vacuum or  
blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause  
serious injury.  
5. Secure the tubes by turning the knob  
clockwise.  
6. To remove the tubes, turn the knob coun-  
terclockwise to loosen the tubes; remove  
the tubes.  
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1. Insert the tip of a screwdriver into the latch  
area of the vacuum inlet.  
6. Align slanted end of lower vacuum tube as  
shown. Firmly push lower vacuum tube  
into upper vacuum tube.  
Latch Area  
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Slanted end of  
lower vacuum tube  
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HOW TO CONVERT UNIT FROM  
VACUUM USE TO BLOWER USE  
1. Remove the elbow tube and vacuum bag  
by turning the knob counterclockwise to  
loosen the elbow tube.  
Vacuum Inlet Cover  
2. Gently tilt the handle of the screwdriver to-  
ward the front of the unit to release the  
latch while pulling up on the vacuum inlet  
cover with your other hand.  
3. Hold the vacuum inlet cover open until up-  
per vacuum tube is installed.  
2. Remove the vacuum tubes by turning the  
tubes clockwise.  
3. Close the vacuum inlet cover and make  
sure it is latched closed.  
4. Reinstall the blower tubes (see BLOWER  
TUBE ASSEMBLY).  
Vacuum  
Inlet  
Cover  
SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT  
1. Hold the unit as shown with the muffler side  
facing away from your body and clothes.  
2. Pass the shoulder strap over your head  
and onto your right shoulder.  
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3. Extend your left arm toward the rear of the  
vacuum bag.  
4. Adjust shoulder strap until the vacuum  
bag/shoulder strap seam lies between  
your thumb and index finger.  
5. Make sure air flows freely from the elbow  
tube into bag. If bag is kinked, the unit will  
not operate properly.  
Vacuum Inlet  
4. Align the tabs on the inside of the vacuum in-  
let with the slots on the upper vacuum tube.  
Tab  
Slot  
5. Push the upper vacuum tube into the vac-  
uum inlet. Turn the tube counterclockwise  
until a click is felt to secure the tube to the  
blower unit.  
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OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR BLOWER  
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.  
Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls  
and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.  
Upper Vacuum Tube  
Elbow Tube  
be  
Vacuum Bag  
STOP  
Switch  
Throttle  
Trigger  
Spark  
Plug  
Upper Blower Tube  
Starter  
Rope  
Lower Blower Tube  
High--Speed  
Nozzle  
Fuel Mix  
Fill Cap  
Choke Lever  
Primer  
Button  
Vacuum Handle  
STOP SWITCH  
PRIMER BUTTON  
The STOP switch is used to stop the engine.  
To stop the engine, push and hold the STOP  
switch in the STOP position until the engine  
stops.  
The PRIMER BUTTON removes air from the  
carburetor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.  
This allows you to start the engine with fewer  
pulls on the starter rope. Activate primer button  
by pressing it and allowing it to return to its origi-  
nal position.  
THROTTLE TRIGGER  
CHOKE LEVER  
The THROTTLE TRIGGER is used to select  
the desired engine speed.  
The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine  
to aid in cold starting. Activate the choke by  
moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE  
position. After engine attempts to start, move the  
choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position.  
Once engine starts, move choke lever to the  
RUN position.  
OPERATING POSITION  
OPERATING TIPS  
S While vacuuming or blowing debris, hold  
the unit with the muffler side facing away  
from your body and clothes (see OPERAT-  
ING POSITION illustration above).  
S To reduce the risk of hearing loss  
associated with sound level(s), hearing  
protection is required.  
S To reduce the risk of injury associated with  
contacting rotating parts, stop the engine be-  
fore installing or removing attachments. Do  
not operate without guard(s) in place.  
S Operate power equipment only at reasonable  
hours--not early in the morning or late at night  
when people might be disturbed. Comply with  
times listed in local ordinances. Usual recom-  
mendations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,  
Monday though Saturday.  
S To reduce noise levels, limit the number of  
pieces of equipment used at any one time.  
Blower  
Vacuum  
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S To reduce noise levels, operate power  
blowers at the lowest possible throttle  
speed to do the job.  
HOW TO STOP YOUR ENGINE  
D Release the throttle trigger.  
S Push and hold the STOP switch in the  
S Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris be-  
fore blowing.  
STOP position until the engine stops.  
HOW TO START YOUR ENGINE  
S In dusty conditions, slightly dampen sur-  
faces or use a mister attachment when wa-  
ter is available.  
S Conserve water by using power blowers  
instead of hoses for many lawn and garden  
applications, including areas such as gutters,  
screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.  
S Watchout for children, pets, openwindows,  
or freshly washed cars. Blow debris away  
safely.  
WARNING: You MUST make sure  
the tubes are secure before using the unit.  
D
Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 me-  
ters) away from the fueling site.  
Hold the unit in the starting position as  
shown. Make sure the blower end is di-  
rected away from people, animals, glass,  
and solid objects.  
D
S Use the full blower nozzle extension so the  
air stream can work close to the ground.  
S After using blowers and other equipment,  
CLEAN UP! Dispose of debris in trash re-  
ceptacles.  
STARTING POSITION  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel  
information in the safety rules before you be-  
gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,  
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call  
1-800-554-6723.  
FUELING ENGINE  
Vacuum  
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly  
when refueling.  
WARNING: When starting engine,  
hold the unit as illustrated. Do not set unit on any  
surface except a clean, hard area when starting  
engine or while engine is running. Debris such  
as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be  
picked up by the air intake and thrown out  
through the discharge opening, damaging the  
unit or property, or causing serious injury to by-  
standers or the operator.  
HELPFUL TIP  
To obtain the correct oil mix  
ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of  
2-cycle synthetic oil into  
one gallon of fresh gas.  
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded  
gasoline. Before operation, gasoline must be  
mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle  
air-cooled engine oil designed to be mixed at a  
ratio of 40:1. Poulan PRO brand synthetic oil is  
recommended. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of  
40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2  
ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gallon (4 liters) of  
unleaded gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive  
oil or marine oil. These oils will cause engine  
damage. When mixing fuel, follow instructions  
printed on container. Once oil is added to  
gasoline, shake container momentarily to  
assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always  
read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel  
before fueling your unit.  
HELPFUL TIP  
If your engine still does not  
start after following these  
instructions, please call  
1 -800 -554-6723.  
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or warm  
engine after running out of fuel)  
1. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.  
2. Move choke lever to the FULL CHOKE posi-  
tion.  
3. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold  
through all remaining steps.  
Starter  
Handle  
IMPORTANT  
Experience indicates that alcohol blended  
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or  
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to  
separation and formation of acids during  
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel  
system of an engine while in storage. Toavoid  
engine problems, empty the fuel system  
before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the  
gas tank, start theengine and let it run until the  
fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh  
fuel next season. Never use engine or  
carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or  
permanent damage may occur.  
Choke  
Lever  
Primer  
Bulb  
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4. Pull starter rope handle sharply until engine  
sounds as if it is trying to start, but do not pull  
rope more than 6 times.  
the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE posi-  
tion and pull the rope until engine runs, but  
no more than 6 pulls.  
5. As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying to  
start, move choke lever to HALF CHOKE  
position.  
STARTING A WARM ENGINE  
1. Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE  
position.  
6. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 6 pulls. NOTE: If the en-  
gine doesn’t start after 6 pulls (at the HALF  
CHOKE position), move the choke lever to  
the FULL CHOKE position and press the  
primer bulb 6 times. Squeeze and hold the  
throttle trigger and 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 pulls. If the engine still doesn’t start,  
it is probably flooded. Proceed to START-  
ING A FLOODED ENGINE.  
7. Once the engine starts, allow it to run 10 se-  
conds, then move the choke lever to the  
RUN position. Allow the unit to run for 30  
more seconds at RUN before releasing the  
throttle trigger. NOTE: If engine dies with  
the choke lever in the RUN position, move  
2. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold  
through all remaining steps.  
3. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs,  
but no more than 6 pulls.  
4. Allow engine to run 15 seconds, then move  
the choke lever to RUN.  
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull starter  
rope 5more pulls. If engine still does not run, it  
is probably flooded.  
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE  
Flooded engines can be started by placing the  
choke lever in the RUN position; then, pull the  
rope to clear the engine of excess fuel. This  
could require pulling the starter handle many  
times depending on how badly the unit is  
flooded. If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to  
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call  
1-800-554-6723.  
MAINTENANCE  
CHECK FOR LOOSE  
WARNING: Avoid touching muffler  
unless engine and muffler are cold. A hot  
muffler can cause serious burns.  
FASTENERS AND PARTS  
S Muffler  
S Spark Plug Boot  
S Air Filter  
S Housing Screws  
WARNING: Stop engine and be sure  
the impeller blades have stopped turning be-  
fore opening the vacuum inlet door or at-  
tempting to insert or remove the vacuum or  
blower tubes. The rotating blades can cause  
serious injury. Always disconnect the spark  
plug before performing maintenance or ac-  
cessing movable parts.  
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN  
PARTS  
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-  
placement of damaged or worn parts.  
S Fuel Tank -- Do not use unit if fuel tank shows  
signs of damage or leaks.  
S Vacuum Bag -- Do not use vacuum bag if it  
is torn or damaged.  
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND  
DECALS  
HELPFUL TIP  
S After each use, inspect complete unit for  
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and  
decals using a damp cloth with a mild deter-  
gent.  
IMPORTANT: Have all  
repairs other than the rec-  
ommended maintenance  
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.  
described in the instruction  
manual performed by an  
CLEAN AIR FILTER  
authorized service dealer.  
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-  
ance and increases fuel consumption and  
harmful emissions. Always clean or replace  
air filter after every 5 hours of operation or  
yearly, whichever comes first.  
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 maintain and perform  
general maintenance.  
Button  
Air Fil
Cover  
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS  
The warranty on this unit does not cover items  
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.  
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Cleaning the air filter:  
CHECK MUFFLER MOUNTING  
1. Clean the cover and the area around it to  
keep debris from falling into the carburetor  
chamber when the cover is removed.  
SCREWS  
Once each year, ensure muffler mounting  
screws are tightened securely to prevent  
damage.  
NOTE: Move choke lever to RUN position  
before opening air filter cover.  
2. Open air filter cover by pushing button  
(see illustration). Remove air filter.  
NOTE: Do not clean filter in gasoline or other  
flammable solvent. Doing so can create a fire  
hazard or produce harmful evaporative emis-  
sions.  
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.  
4. Allow filter to dry.  
5. Apply a few drops of oil to the filter;  
squeeze filter to distribute oil.  
6. Replace parts.  
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REPLACE SPARK PLUG  
Replace 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, nonadjustable.  
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.  
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-  
card.  
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK  
ARRESTING SCREEN  
WARNING: The muffler on this prod-  
uct contains chemicals known to the State of  
California to cause cancer.  
As the unit is used, carbon deposits build up  
on the muffler and spark arresting screen,  
and must be removed to avoid creating a fire  
hazard or affecting engine performance.  
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark  
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch  
(19 mm) socket wrench.  
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.  
REPLACE FUEL FILTER  
Toreplace fuel filter, drain unit by running it dry  
of fuel, then remove fuel cap/retainer assem-  
bly from tank. Pull filter from tank and remove  
it fromthe fuel line. Install new fuelfilter on fuel  
line; reinstall parts.  
Muffler Cover  
Spark  
Arresting  
Screen  
Hood  
Fuel Filte
Fuel Line  
Screws  
Replace the spark arresting screen every 50  
hours of operation or if any damage or breaks  
in the screen are noted.  
NOTE: Do not attempt to clean the spark ar-  
resting screen.  
1. Remove 3 screws from muffler cover.  
Remove muffler cover.  
2. Loosen and remove 4 screws from the  
muffler hood.  
3. Remove the muffler hood and spark arrest-  
ing screen.  
4. Install new spark arresting screen.  
5. Reinstallmuffler hood and4 screws. Tight-  
en screws securely.  
6. Reinstall muffler cover and 3 screws.  
Tighten securely.  
NOTE: If any part of the muffler is cracked,  
broken or damaged, we recommend that the  
muffler be replaced.  
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Idle Speed Screw  
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT  
The carburetor has been carefully set at the  
factory. Adjustments may benecessary if you  
notice any of the following conditions:  
S Engine will not idle when the throttle is re-  
leased.  
Idle Speed Adjustment  
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine  
runs without stalling (idle speed too slow).  
S Turn idle speed screw clockwise to in-  
crease engine speed if engine stalls or dies.  
S Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to  
decrease engine speed.  
Air  
Filter  
Cover  
If you require further assistanceor are unsure  
about performing this procedure, contact an  
authorized  
service  
dealer  
or  
call  
1--800--554--6723.  
STORAGE  
HELPFUL TIP  
WARNING: Perform the following  
steps after each use:  
During storage of your gas/  
oil mixture, the oil will sepa-  
rate from the gas.  
S Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit  
before storing or transporting.  
We recommend that you  
shake the gas can weekly  
to insure proper blending of  
the gas and oil.  
S Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area  
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or  
open flames from water heaters, electric  
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.  
S Store unit with all guards in place. Position  
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-  
dentally cause injury.  
ENGINE  
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of  
40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through  
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the  
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.  
S Replace spark plug with new one of recom-  
mended type and heat range.  
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of  
children.  
SEASONAL STORAGE  
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if  
it will not be used for 30 days or more.  
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:  
S Clean the entire unit before lengthy stor-  
age.  
S Clean air filter.  
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,  
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,  
or worn parts.  
S At the beginning of the next season, use  
only fresh fuel having the proper gasolineto  
oil ratio.  
S Store in a clean dry area.  
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.  
FUEL SYSTEM  
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-  
TION section of this manual, see messagela-  
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-  
sohol in your engine.  
OTHER  
S Do not store gasoline from one season to  
another.  
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.  
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in  
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits  
during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel  
tank or fuel storage container. Follow the mix  
instructions found on stabilizer container. Run  
engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE  
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing any of the  
recommended remedies below other than remedies that require operation of the unit.  
TROUBLE  
Engine will not  
start.  
CAUSE  
1. Engine flooded.  
REMEDY  
1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine”  
in Operation section.  
2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.  
3. Install new spark plug.  
2. Fuel tank empty.  
3. Spark plug not firing.  
4. Fuel not reaching  
carburetor.  
4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
5. Compression low.  
1. Fuel not reaching  
1. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
Engine will not  
idle properly.  
carburetor.  
2. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
3. Crankshaft seals worn.  
4. Compression low.  
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Clean or replace air filter.  
2. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.  
Check for kinked or split fuel line;  
repair or replace.  
1. Air filter dirty.  
2. Fuel not reaching  
carburetor.  
Engine will not  
accelerate,  
lacks power, or  
dies under a  
load.  
3. Clean or replace spark plug  
and re-gap.  
3. Spark plug fouled.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
5. Carbon build up.  
6. Compression low.  
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
6. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
1. Choke partially on.  
1. Adjust choke.  
Engine smokes  
excessively.  
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
2. Empty fuel tank and refill with  
correct fuel mixture.  
3. Air filter dirty.  
4. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
3. Clean or replace air filter.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
Engine runs hot.  
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation  
section.  
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.  
2. Replace with correct spark plug.  
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
2. Spark plug incorrect.  
3. Carburetor requires  
adjustment.  
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.  
4. Carbon build up.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
Poulan PRO, a division of Husqvarna Outdoor  
In Canada, contact:  
Products Inc., warrants to the original consumer  
purchaser that each new Poulan PRO brand  
gasoline tool or attachment is free from defects  
in material and workmanship and agrees to re-  
pair or replace under this warranty any defective  
gasoline product or attachment as follows from  
the original date of purchase.  
Poulan PRO  
5855 Terry Fox Way  
Mississauga,Ontario L5V3E4  
Giving the model number, serial number and  
date of purchase of your product and the name  
and address of the authorized dealer from  
whom it was purchased.  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTH-  
ER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO  
STATE.  
NO CLAIMS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR  
OTHER DAMAGES WILL BE ALLOWED,  
AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS  
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THOSE EX-  
PRESSLY STIPULATED HEREIN.  
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-  
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR-  
RANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR  
LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-  
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIM-  
ITATIONS OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY  
TO YOU.  
This is a limited warranty within the meaning of  
that term as defined in the Magnuson--Moss Act  
of 1975.  
2 YEARS - Parts and Labor, when used for  
household purposes.  
90 DAYS - Parts and Labor, when used for  
commercial, professional, or income producing  
purposes.  
30 DAYS - Parts and Labor, if used for rental  
purposes.  
This warranty is not transferable and does not  
cover damage or liability caused by improper  
handling, improper maintenance or alteration, or  
the use of accessories and/or attachments not  
specifically recommended by Poulan PRO for  
this tool. This warranty does not cover tune--up,  
spark plugs, filters, starter ropes, starter springs,  
cutting line, or rotating head parts that will wear  
and require replacement with reasonable use  
during the warranty period. This warranty does  
not cover pre--delivery setup or normal adjust-  
ments explained in the instruction manual. This  
warranty does not cover transportation costs.  
In the event you have a claim under this warran-  
ty, you must return the product to an authorized  
service dealer.  
Should you have any unanswered questions  
concerning this warranty, please contact:  
The policy of Poulan PRO is to continuously  
improve its products. Therefore, Poulan  
PRO reserves the right to change, modify, or  
discontinue models, designs, specifications,  
and accessories of all products at any time  
without notice or obligation to any purchaser.  
Poulan PRO, a division of  
Husqvarna Outdoor Products Inc.  
1030 Stevens Creek Road  
Augusta, GA 30907  
1--800--554--6723  
U.S. EPA/CALIFORNIA/ENVIRONMENT CANADA  
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-  
TIONS: The U.S. Environmental Protection  
Agency, California Air Resources Board, En-  
vironment Canada and Poulan PRO are  
pleased to explain the emissions control sys-  
tem warranty on your year 2007 and later  
small off--road engine. In California, all small  
off--road engines must be designed, built, and  
equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti--  
smog standards. Poulan PRO must warrant  
the emission control system on your small  
off--road engine for the periods of time listed  
below provided there has been no abuse, ne-  
glect, or improper maintenance of your small  
off--road engine. Your emission control sys-  
tem includes parts such as the carburetor, the  
ignition system and the fuel tank (California  
only). Where a warrantable condition exists,  
Poulan PRO will repair your small off--road  
engine engine at no cost to you. Expenses  
covered under warranty include diagnosis,  
parts and labor.  
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVER-  
AGE: If any emissions related part on your en-  
gine (as listed under Emissions Control Warran-  
ty Parts List) is defective or a defect in the mate-  
rials or workmanship of the engine causes the  
failure of such an emission related part, the part  
will be repaired or replaced by Poulan PRO.  
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILI-  
TIES: As the small off--road engine engine own-  
er, you are responsible for the performance of  
the required maintenance listed in your instruc-  
tion manual. Poulan PRO recommends that you  
retain all receipts covering maintenance on your  
small off--road engine, but Poulan PRO cannot  
deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or  
for your failure to ensure the performance of all  
scheduled maintenance. As the small off--road  
engine engine owner, you should be aware that  
Poulan PRO may deny you warranty coverage  
if your small off--road engine engine or a part of it  
has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main-  
tenance, unapproved modifications, or the use  
of parts not made or approved by the original  
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equipment manufacturer. You are responsible  
for presenting your small off--road engine to an  
Poulan PRO authorized repair center as soon  
as a problem exists. Warranty repairs should be  
completed in a reasonable amount of time, not  
to exceed 30 days. If you have any questions  
regarding your warranty rights and responsibili-  
ties, you should contact your nearest authorized  
service center or call Poulan PRO at  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Poulan PRO  
may be liable for damages to other engine com-  
ponents caused by the failure of a warranted  
part still under warranty. WHAT IS NOT COV-  
ERED: All failures caused by abuse, neglect, or  
improper maintenance are not covered. ADD-  
ON OR MODIFIED PARTS: The use of add--on  
or modified parts can be grounds for disallowing  
a warranty claim. Poulan PRO is not liable to  
cover failures of warranted parts caused by the  
use of add--on or modified parts.  
1--800--554--6723.  
WARRANTY  
COM-  
MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period be-  
gins on the date the small off--road engine is  
purchased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This  
warranty shall be for a period of two years from  
the initial date of purchase. WHAT IS COV-  
ERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF  
PARTS. Repair or replacement of any war-  
ranted part will be performed at no charge to the  
owner at an approved Poulan PRO servicing  
center. If you have any questions regarding your  
warranty rights and responsibilities, you should  
contact your nearest authorized service center  
or call Poulan PRO at 1--800--554--6723. WAR-  
RANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part which is  
not scheduled for replacement as required  
maintenance, or which is scheduled only for  
regular inspection to the effect of “repair or re-  
place as necessary” shall be warranted for 2  
years. Any warranted part which is scheduled  
for replacement as required maintenance shall  
be warranted for the period of time up to the first  
scheduled replacement point for that part.  
DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be  
charged for diagnostic labor which leads to  
the determination that a warranted part is de-  
fective if the diagnostic work is performed at  
an approved Poulan PRO servicing center.  
HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If you have any ques-  
tions regarding your warranty rights and respon-  
sibilities, you should contact your nearest autho-  
rized service center or call Poulan PRO at  
1--800--554--6723. WHERE TO GET WAR-  
RANTY SERVICE: Warranty services or re-  
pairs shall be provided at all Poulan PRO ser-  
vice centers. Call 1--800--554--6723. MAINTE-  
NANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF  
EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any Poulan  
PRO approved replacement part used in the  
performance of any warranty maintenance or  
repair on emission related parts will be provided  
without charge to the owner if the part is under  
warranty. EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY  
PARTS LIST: Carburetor, Ignition System:  
Spark Plug (covered up to maintenance sched-  
ule), Ignition Module, Muffler including Catalyst,  
Fuel Tank (California only). MAINTENANCE  
STATEMENT: The owner is responsible for the  
performance of all required maintenance as de-  
fined in the instruction manual.  
The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.  
Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.  
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:  
Moderate (50 hours)  
Intermediate (125 hours)  
Extended (300 hours)  
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